The Japanese architect replaces Marlon Blackwell, who was first selected for the project in July 2023. 

Employing Bates Smart, the same architect as the original, the new headquarters for Australia’s diplomatic mission in the U.S. captures the character of the Land Down Under.

Following six years of renovation, a revitalized National Air and Space Museum with a new facade and building systems will reopen later this year.

The Chicago-based firm’s design concept triumphed over shortlisted proposals from Höweler + Yoon, MOS with Hood Design Studio, and NADAAA.

Curated by Leonard Marcus, the new exhibition uses children’s literature to explore architecture, design, and engineering.