Projects
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
IBM Moves into Flagship Office at One Madison Avenue
The leading technology company held an opening ceremony at the KPF-designed adaptive reuse office building on Madison Square Park, the site of its new headquarters space.
Press
One Vanderbilt Featured in Smithsonian Channel Series “How Did They Build That?”
Airing on Sunday September 8, the fourth episode of the new season is dedicated to exploring the engineering and design behind KPF’s transit-oriented supertall.
Press
Bloomberg CityLab Dubs KPF’s 8 Canada Square the “World’s Most Ambitious Skyscraper Renovation”
The publication interviewed KPF Principal Elie Gamburg about KPF’s plan to carve sections out of the outdated office tower, transforming it into a sustainable, mixed-use destination workplace.
Events
Archtober Visits 520 Fifth Avenue for Building of the Day Site Tour
On Wednesday October 2, KPF-designed 520 Fifth Avenue will host architecture and construction enthusiasts on a tour of the mixed-use supertall.
Press Releases
KPF Unveils University of Birmingham 2045 Campus Vision
As part of the masterplan framework, KPF analysed and evaluated the University of Birmingham’s portfolio of more than 300 buildings, with the strategic goal of attracting and retaining world-class students, researchers, and staff. The 2045 Campus Vision identifies opportunities for buildings to be retained, refurbished, transformed, or replaced – ultimately enabling the University’s mission to create a net zero, future-proof institution.
Awards
K11 Musea Wins 2024 Singapore Good Design Award
The KPF-designed cultural and retail landmark was recognized in the Architecture category.
Press
ArchDaily Highlights 176-178 York Way as an Exemplary Cultural and Educational Project
The project is recognized among other unbuilt for its contribution to the evolving role of architecture in shaping education and cultural landscapes.
Press
Huamu Lot 10 is Spotlighted by Architizer as an Example of Engaging Office Design
As professional spaces are reimagined in response to a rapidly changing global workplace culture, highly flexible, amenity-rich buildings, including the KPF-designed development in Shanghai, are meeting new demands.
Press
Hudson Yards Is Emblematic of the Reimagined CBD, Says ArchDaily
In a recent article outlining the evolution of the central business district (CBD), ArchDaily highlights how the KPF-designed development creates a lively neighborhood that meets the needs of an increasingly flexible professional culture.
Press
320 Granville Shortlisted for Dezeen Best Skyscraper Contest
With public voting now open, the KPF-designed tower in Vancouver is one of the “10 most significant tall buildings from the past 12 months.”
Projects
KPF’s Columbia University Laboratory Building to Be Named the Vagelos Innovation Laboratories
The university announced that the lab building, which is currently under construction, will be named for philanthropists Roy and Diana Vagelos who recently donated $400 million to support the university’s biomedical science programs.
Press
Fast Company Cites One Vanderbilt as a Sign of Terra Cotta’s Resurgence
The age-old cladding material is having a renaissance in cities around the world. Part of the reason—its sustainable bona fides.
News
KPF Presents Covent Garden Master Plan at Urban Renewal Forum
Frank Fan, Associate Principal, presented the master plan at the forum themed ‘Urban Regeneration, Organic Renewal’ in Shanghai.
Press
Fast Company Features KPF’s Resilient Design for HKUST(GZ)
The publication delves into designs that harness the wind for passive cooling, citing KPF’s applied research into thermal microclimates.