Press
Stories about architecture, cities, people, and inspiration. Through words, images and video, learn more about the impact of KPF's work in the built environment.
News
601 West Pender Street in Vancouver Gains Key City Approval
Situated adjacent to Vancouver’s historic Rogers Building, 601 West Pender Street interweaves elements of nature with architecture to create an urban oasis within the city.
Press
KPF Environmental Design Director Featured on Design:ED Podcast
Carlos Cerezo Davila discussed how KPF is implementing sustainable design strategies, the story of his career path, and the value of an international perspective in the architecture industry.
Awards
Two KPF-Designed Rosewood Hotels Named Finalists in the Hospitality Design Awards
Chosen from nearly 750 entries, the Rosewood Bangkok was shortlisted in the Luxury Hotel category and the Rosewood Hong Kong in the Event Spaces category.
Projects
KPF Receives Planning Consent for Lucan Place in Chelsea
The mixed-use design provides new homes, nursery and specialist educational accommodation. Alongside 31 new homes, the building will provide social and community group uses, including a new nursery and a specialist children’s education and care facility.
Events
James von Klemperer Discusses COVID-19’s Impact on Real Estate with Metropolis
On Tuesday, April 28, the KPF President will join the magazine’s webinar series Metropolis Forums to discuss what the current pandemic means for real estate.
Projects
Edge at 30 Hudson Yards Opens
The highest outdoor observation deck in the western hemisphere, Edge cantilevers 80 feet from the 100th floor of the supertall tower to provide views in all directions, including below through a glass floor.
Projects
Planning Approved for KPF’s Bermondsey Project
On Friday 21 February, KPF’s revised scheme for Grosvenor’s build to rent neighbourhood in Bermondsey, London was granted planning consent.
Projects
Spring City 66 Opens
A mixed-use development in Kunming, China, Spring City 66's design reconnects the city’s pedestrian pathways as it nods to the unique landscape of Yunnan Province.
Press
James von Klemperer Featured on Design:ED Podcast
The KPF President and Design Principal discusses the design of One Vanderbilt, the constraints of working in the historic Grand Central Station district, and his path to becoming an architect.
Projects
KPF and The Chiofaro Company Unveil Boston Harbor Tower, The Pinnacle at Central Wharf
The Pinnacle at Central Wharf will reconnect Downtown Boston to the waterfront with new public space, and advance the Climate Ready Boston initiative through significant sustainable and resilient design elements.
Awards
55 Hudson Yards and 18 Robinson Win AIA New York Design Awards
The winning projects will be recognized at an exhibition at the Center for Architecture opening on April 16 and a luncheon ceremony the following day.
Press
Three KPF Architects Contribute to "Where Architects Sleep"
Forth Bagley, Josh Chaiken, and Marianne Kwok shared their recommendations for hotels around the world in Phaidon’s recent publication.
Awards
Hudson Yards and 30 Hudson Yards Named 2020 ULI New York Award of Excellence Finalists
Recognized for Excellence in Mixed-Use Development and Excellence in Office Development, the projects transform a previously desolate and under-utilized site into a vibrant new neighborhood with cutting-edge, energy efficient office space.
Events
KPF Adds a Hotel to London's Gingerbread City
KPF’s London office has embraced a new medium, turning its focus from the skyline to the sugarscape to participate in Gingerbread City. The annual exhibition invites the public to connect with architecture and urban design as well as raising money to support the Museum of Architecture.