Sep 2019

Pablo Bronstein & DKA

DKA is collaborating with artist Pablo Bronstein on an installation at Ickworth House in Suffolk for the National Trust. The classical house is renowned for its central rotunda which is undergoing a major refurbishment. Taking inspiration from the design of the original house, the project will gather fragments of classical architecture to create a new temporary façade. For more information, visit the National Trust website here.

OAT 2019

DKA is participating in the Oslo Architecture Triennale 2019 which opens 26th September at the Norwegian National Museum of Architecture. Ten years after DKA was a finalist in the Arts Council England's competition to design the 'Arts Space of the Future,' we asked the original team to consider whether the carbon-neutral proposal was still fit for purpose. The round table discussion between DKA, engineer Jane Wernick, sustainability expert Nick Cramp, artist Pablo Bronstein and graphic designer Mark El-khatib can be heard on our website here.

DKA Senior Hires

DKA welcomes three new colleagues to the senior team: Philip Dring joins with a wealth of construction-delivery experience to oversee live projects; Marine Mérindol joins from leading the growth of Magnum Photos Agency in Asia to lead new business acquisition; Elizabeth Rabineau joins following a career in arts management that includes roles at Tate, Christie's and the National Gallery to become practice manager.

DKA @ AA

David Kohn is returning to teaching, leading a Diploma Unit with Bushra Mohamed at the Architectural Association. The unit will play a central role in the research of the practice, addressing contemporary issues such as the climate crisis, public space and the language of architecture. This year's research will be based in Birmingham and in collaboration with Gavin Wade and Celine Condorelli of local artist-run multiverse, Eastside Projects. Visit the AA website for more information.