In a revelation by Architectural Digest's global editor-in-chief, Amy Astley, via email to CNN, the freshly curated AD100 list for 2024 showcases trailblazing designers and architects set to shake up the industry. Astley emphasizes that the "old rules no longer apply," and the list demonstrates an abundance of evidence supporting this statement.
Featured among these visionaries is the Pritzker Prize winner, Francis Kéré, a renowned architect famed for his work in Africa and Europe. Kéré's designs are known for their innovative and sustainable approach, often integrating nature into intricate and captivating designs. In 2024, Kéré will become the latest addition to Architectural Digest's prestigious Hall of Fame.
Joining him in the Hall of Fame is David Rockwell, the CEO and founder of Rockwell Group, a specialized firm renowned for its hotel design. Collaborating on projects spanning the globe, Rockwell's firm combines theatricality, performance, and architecture to create distinct narratives for each project. With numerous accolades to his name, including the National Design Award from the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum, and even Emmy Awards and Tony Awards for his scenic designs, Rockwell's impact on the design scene is undeniable.
Rounding out the new Hall of Fame members are celebrated design innovators such as Jeffrey Bilhuber, Waldo Fernandez, Veere Grenney, and Tino Zeludach. Furthermore, the "Hotel hitmaker," Bryan O'Sullivan, whose portfolio encompasses hotels, restaurants, and luxury apartment buildings across Europe and New York, has also earned a spot on the 2024 AD100 list. Also recognized is Joshua Ramus, the founder of REX, a firm responsible for designing several prominent performance venues like the Perelman Center for the Performing Arts in Lower Manhattan.
As Astley notes, the 2024 AD100 list features a multitude of paths to professional success in the world of architecture and design, with notable figures including social media sensations like Sarah Sherman-Samuel and Ryan Lawson, as well as industry heavyweights such as Yinka Ilori, Thomas Bercy, and Calvin Chen and Laura Gonzalez from Bercy Chen Studio in Texas – a beloved collaborator of many luxury brands.
The grand unveiling of the 2024 AD100 list, dubbed "Legends Only," is anticipated in the January issue of Architectural Digest.
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In addition to those mentioned, the search results offer further insights into David Rockwell, whose firm, Rockwell Group, has been acknowledged by Architectural Digest as part of their AD100 Hall of Fame. Rockwell Group is renowned for pushing the boundaries in the fields of architecture and design by blending theater, performance, and architecture to craft singular stories for their projects. Their work spans various sectors, including hotels, restaurants, theaters, cultural and educational institutions, set designs, products, and exhibitions.
Rockwell, a prolific honoree, has received numerous accolades for his contributions to the industry, such as the AIANY President’s Award, the National Design Award from the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum, two Emmy Awards, a Tony Award for Best Scenic Design, and a citation in the annual World's 50 Most Innovative Companies issue published by Fast Company.
For up-to-date information on other new additions to Architectural Digest's Hall of Fame, consult the latest editions or updates from Architectural Digest.
