Toshihiro Oki Architect
Toshihiro Oki Architecture, based in New York City, was founded in 2009 by Toshihiro Oki following formative years at SANAA, where he contributed to landmark projects such as the New Museum of Contemporary Art in NYC and the Toledo Museum of Art Glass Pavilion. A licensed architect in New York, Oki brings an unconventional design process to each commission, drawing on his experience bridging international teams and cultural contexts. His practice emphasizes “thinking globally, acting locally” by assembling bespoke teams of trusted associates, engineers, and builders tailored to every project’s unique conditions.
Committed to expanding human imagination, Toshihiro Oki Architecture approaches each commission without preset formulas, instead fostering open perspectives alongside rigorous focus. This dynamic methodology—shaped by Oki’s teaching stints at Columbia and Princeton—encourages flexible partnerships and iterative exploration. The result is architecture that transcends everyday conventions and uncovers new possibilities, translating bold ideas into built reality with precision and creativity.
LOCATION: New York
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