Liu Jiakun, the 2025 Pritzker Prize winner, has transformed Chinese architecture by harmoniously blending social engagement with personal memory. His designs reflect the everyday lives of people, showcasing a deep understanding of local culture and materials. Jiakun emphasizes adaptability over a rigid architectural style, asserting that each project should respond to its environment. His approach balances history with modern needs, creating spaces that encourage human connection and interaction. Jiakun’s philosophy integrates local craftsmanship into architecture, allowing built structures to evolve naturally within their surroundings, addressing rapid urbanization effectively.
Liu Jiakun's architecture combines utopia with function, reflecting ordinary lives while adapting to their context, ultimately redefining Chinese architecture for the modern era.
His work integrates history with contemporary urban needs, fostering interaction and spirituality while offering solutions to rapid urbanization's challenges.
Rejecting a fixed style, Jiakun employs a strategy tailored to specific contexts, ensuring that his designs grow naturally from their surroundings.
Embracing density without sacrificing openness, Jiakun creates revitalizing spaces that enhance community interaction and reflect users’ lifestyles.
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