Ash Sakula Architects
British architectural firm
Ash Sakula Architects is a small architecture practice based in London, founded in 1996. The practice is known for projects that are community-focused, environmentally sustainable and materials-driven.
Ash Sakula was formed by architects Cany Ash and Robert Sakula. Ash previously worked for the Greater London Council and Burrell Foley Fischer, and in Berlin and New York. She is an external examiner for Cambridge University. Sakula graduated from Liverpool University before working for Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, David Lea and DEGW Architects.
Key projects and awards
Birdwing Conservatory, London (1997) - the smallest project to ever win a Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) Award.
Leicester Creative Business Depot, Leicester - RIBA East Midland Award winner, 2005.
Hothouse, Hackney, London - RIBA London Award and Civic Trust Award, 2009.
Chapter Arts Centre, Cardiff (2009) - RIBA Wales Award 2010.
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