David Chipperfield

UK | 1953

Born in 1953 in London, British architect David Chipperfield’s career has been characterized by a commitment to simplicity, functionality, and a deep appreciation for the historical context of his projects. His architectural designs are celebrated for their elegant and minimalist aesthetic, often utilizing high-quality materials and craftsmanship.

Chipperfield’s portfolio encompasses a diverse range of projects, from museums and galleries to residential and commercial buildings. The architect’s notable works including the Neues Museum in Berlin and the Hepworth Wakefield art gallery in England. His work reflects a deep understanding of the interplay between architecture and its surroundings.

Awards

RIBA Royal Gold Medal (2011)

Pritzker Prize (2023)

Portfolio Highlights


Jumex Museum, Mexico City, Mexico (2013)

Jumex Museum by David Chipperfield © Fundación Jumex CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Amorepacific Headquarters, Seoul, South Korea (2017)

Amorepacific Headquarters © kallerna CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Royal Academy of Arts Renovation, London, UK (2018)

Royal Academy of Arts, Renovation by by David Chipperfield © Anthony CC BY-SA 2.0CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Inagawa Cemetery, Hyogo, Japan (2017)


James Simon Galerie, Berlin, Germany (2018)

James Simon Galerie by David Chipperfield © A.Savin CC BY-SA 1.0CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Kunsthaus, Zürich, Switzerland (2020)

Kunsthaus by David Chipperfield © Iolanda Pensa CC BY-SA 4.0CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Neue Nationalgalerie Renovation, Berlin, Germany (2021)

Neue Nationalgalerie, Restoration by David Chipperfield © Froni CC BY-SA 4.0CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons

Procuratie Vecchie Renovation , Venice, Italy (2022)

Procurate Vecchie, Renovation by David Chipperfield © Wolfgang Moroder CC BY-SA 3.0CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia Commons