Designing Tomorrow: A Conversation with Snøhetta’s Co-Founder

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In Asia Society’s Our Common Future talk, Kjetil Trædal Thorsen, founding partner of architectural firm Snøhetta, and Asia Society Hong Kong Centre executive director Alice Mong will explore the global firm’s distinctive philosophy of sustainable architecture and design that fosters human interaction and strengthens connections with both natural and built environments. 

The conversation will highlight Snøhetta’s landmark projects, from the Library of Alexandria in Egypt to the Norwegian National Opera and Ballet and the energy-positive Powerhouse series of buildings. Snøhetta is also known for its work across Asia, including the Beijing Library and Airside Hong Kong.

Since co-founding Snøhetta in 1989, Thorsen has earned accolades such as the Mies van der Rohe Award and the Aga Khan Award Global Award for Sustainable Architecture. He is a frequent lecturer and jury member of design competitions.

On 9 October, registration begins at 18:15, followed by a presentation by Thorsen at 18:35. A fireside chat will then take place from 19:15 to 20:00.