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  "id": 13164228,
  "title": "Adjaye Associates opens new Accra studio with public space for cultural exchange",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/09/adjaye-associates-opens-new-accra-studio-with-public-space-for-13164228",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-09T17:03:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
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    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/adjaye-associates-opens-new-accra-studio-with-public-space-for-cultural-exchange/"
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  "account": "Adjaye Associates, the renowned global architecture firm founded by Ghanaian-British architect David Adjaye, has inaugurated a new studio in Accra, Ghana. This new base expands the practice's presence in the city while fostering cultural exchange and creative dialogue. The ground floor of the four-storey building, situated in the historic Cantonments district, has been purposefully designed to serve as a versatile public space for talks, exhibitions, gatherings, and other forms of community engagement. Its adaptable layout allows for a wide range of activities, from intimate workshops to large-scale public events, demonstrating the firm's intent for the space to evolve organically over time. Built using sustainable materials like rammed earth and low-carbon concrete, the studio embodies Adjaye Associates' commitment to environmental stewardship and the integration of local resources. Kofi Bio, CEO of the firm's Ghana office, emphasizes that the Accra studio joins the architect's existing locations in London and New York, forming a cohesive network of creative collaboration across the African continent. As Adjaye Associates continues to develop its architectural vision in Accra, the new studio stands as a testament to the practice's dedication to nurturing cultural dialogue and architectural innovation in the heart of the city.",
  "summary": "Adjaye Associates has opened a new studio in Accra, creating a new base for the practice while establishing a public-facing space for cultural conversations and creative exchange. The studio reflects the continued development of the firm’s presence in the city and its commitment to engaging with the wider creative community. A substantial ground-floor space has […]",
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        "title": "Adjaye Associates opens new Accra studio with public space for cultural exchange",
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