Francis Kéré: building for the future

Francis Kéré is an internationally renowned architect whose work focuses on sustainability and collaboration. Born in the village of Gando in Burkina Faso, he came late to architecture, winning a scholarship at the age of 30 to the Technical University of Berlin. Since then, he has trodden a stellar career path, designing projects in both West Africa and Europe. Earlier this year he became the first African architect to be awarded the Pritzker Prize, architecture’s highest honour. Güntner is honoured that he has brought his concept of Tugunora to our booth at this year’s Chillventa, creating a unique space for exchanging ideas.