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Diébédo Francis Kéré (born 10 April 1965) is a Burkinabé-German architect, recognized for creating innovative works that are often sustainable and collaborative in nature. In 2022, he became the first African to receive the Pritzker Architecture Prize .
Founded by Francis Kéré in 2005, with a dual focus on design and social commitment, the studio's scope encompasses building, design and knowledge sharing. Building Driven by a commitment to understanding the particular needs of a given context, we fine-tune our way of building for each of our projects, using local knowledge and resources as ...
Diébédo Francis Kéré is a Burkinabé architect who won the Pritzker Prize in 2022 for his innovative and socially responsible designs. Explore his biography, selected works, jury citation, images and videos on the official website.
Mar 15, 2022 · 1. Born in the village of Gando, Burkina Faso, in 1965, Diébédo Francis Kéré is the eldest son of his village chief. The village had no access to public water or electricity, and...
Mar 17, 2022 · Burkino Faso-born architect, Diébédo Francis Kéré, has become the first African to win the prestigious Pritzker Prize, which is often referred to as the Nobel Prize of architecture.
Mar 16, 2022 · Learn about the Pritzker Prize-winning architect's works in Burkina Faso and beyond, from schools and clinics to parks and pavilions. See how he uses local materials, climate-responsive design and social engagement to create distinctive and sustainable buildings.
May 26, 2022 · Ambling through the grounds of Berlin’s defunct Tempelhof airport late last summer, the architect Diébédo Francis Kéré looked out across the sweeping landscape.
