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James von Klemperer Speaks to Fast Company on Building Height Limits in China
With the firm’s extensive supertall portfolio in the region, the KPF President spoke with Nate Berg on the urban, economic, and aesthetic reasoning and impacts of the new restrictions.
People
Andrew Klare Contributes Bench Design to FISU World University Games in Chengdu, China
The KPF Design Director drew inspiration from Chengdu’s surrounding landscape and the Games’ spirit of gathering to inform the “Energy of Chengdu” bench design.
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One Shenzhen Bay Featured in Architectural Practice Magazine
The KPF-mixed-use development earned a spotlight in the magazine’s issue on international design firms in China.
News
KPF Ranked Among Architectural Record’s Top 25 Firms
The firm earned the 13th spot in the publication’s 2021 list, improving on its position as 17th in 2020.
News
KPF Reviews Bio-Integrated Design at UCL
KPF experts participated in a Second Year project review for the Masters in Bio-Integrated Design (Bio-ID) at the Barlett School of Architecture at UCL.
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KPF Announces Recipients of the 2021 Paul Katz Fellowship
The winners of this year’s award created in honor of late KPF Principal Paul Katz are Genevieve Mateyko of Colombia University, Kofi Akakpo of Harvard University, Cynthia Deng of Harvard University, and Araceli Lopez of Yale University.
Projects
Progressing Ahead of Schedule, Demolition Work Completes at One Madison Avenue
Progress continues on the KPF-renovation project in the Flatiron District, with New York YIMBY releasing new images of the construction.
People
Lauren Schmidt Shares Career Advice with Design Voice Podcast
In the episode, “Lessons in Leadership with Lauren Schmidt”, the KPF Principal outlines experiences that have helped guide her and gives advice to those emerging in the field.
Press
James von Klemperer Addresses Changes in Post-Pandemic Workplace Design
In an article published by Architectural Record, the KPF President noted that clients are now prioritizing amenities and access to outdoor space to improve the health of employees.
Events
Jorge Mendoza Speaks at "Rise of the Boston Seaport" Event Focused on KPF-planned Innovation District
On July 15th, the KPF Director will speak in the Bisnow panel titled “Reimagining the Seaport’s Post-Pandemic Live and Play Hubs.”
People
Speaking to Fast Company, William Pedersen Discusses the Firm’s Accomplishments and Next Generation
With the release of his new book, Gesture and Response, Bill highlights the firm’s influence on city skylines and the new generation of designers.