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Adjaye Associates, founded by Ghanaian-British architect Sir David Adjaye in 2000, is an acclaimed international architectural firm known for its innovative and diverse approach to design. The firm has gained a reputation for creating culturally sensitive, yet, contemporary, architectural solutions that respond to the unique histories and contexts of their locations. With a portfolio that spans across various scales and types of projects, including museums, libraries, private residences, and public spaces, Adjaye Associates’ work is characterized by its creative use of materials, light, and the exploration of the social and cultural dimensions of architecture.
“We dream of cities where humanity and nature are interwoven and not segregated.” – Sir David Adjaye
Ruby City is a striking example to the power of architecture to inspire and engage a community. This 14,000-square-foot contemporary art center, located in San Antonio, Texas, serves as a…
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The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) bridges cultural heritage with contemporary architecture. Situated on Constitution Avenue in Washington, D.C., this monumental building narrates centuries of…
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SEVEN, located off Park Avenue in New York City, is a project by Adjaye Associates that redefines the interplay between historical preservation and modern intervention. Originally a 1897 carriage house,…
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130 William is the first high-rise residential tower designed by Adjaye Associates in the United States. Located in Manhattan, it stands at 800 feet with 66 stories. The project reflects…
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Located in the bustling district of Shoreditch, the Dirty House stands as a testament to David Adjaye’s architectural philosophy, blending the mundane with a personal touch. Originally a public house,…
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