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2021

Pritzker Architecture Prize
Edition 432 results

Winner

Anne Lacaton

Anne Lacaton

آن لاکاتون

Based in: ParisBorn: 1955

French architect and co-founder of Lacaton & Vassal. Known for her philosophy of 'never demolish, never remove — always add, transform, reuse.' Notable works include the transformation of Tour Bois-le-Prêtre social housing, the Palais de Tokyo in Paris, and the FRAC Nord-Pas de Calais.

Jean-Philippe Vassal

Jean-Philippe Vassal

ژان-فیلیپ واسال

Based in: ParisBorn: 1954

French architect and co-founder of Lacaton & Vassal. Known for economical, sustainable architecture that maximizes space and light while minimizing cost. Advocates renovation over demolition of social housing.