The architect was recognized for embodying similar values as the award’s namesake, a tireless proponent of climate-adaptive design and public education.
The two planned museums will join Centre Pompidou x Jersey City as the newest satellite locations for the Paris-based modern and contemporary art powerhouse.
Heralded for his “subtle yet powerful, subdued yet elegant” work, the 52nd Pritzker laureate is the first British architect to be awarded the prize since Richard Rogers in 2007.
Born in Montevideo, the architect garnered praise—and some controversy—for projects including the Tokyo International Forum, Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, and 20 Fenchurch Street in London.
Led by Diamond Schmitt, Selldorf Architects, and Two Row Architect, the project will add at least 13 new galleries dedicated to modern and contemporary art spread across 40,000 square feet.
The AIA-applauded move removes a major barrier on the road to licensure that disproportionately impacts women and candidates from diverse ethnic backgrounds.
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