It's Keigo Yoshida's 14th year with the practice!  Keigo reflects on his time at ACME to date...

Most challenging ACME project?
Stratford Pavilion: Highly complex in terms of coordination, with everything being bespoke and nothing repetitive.

Most enjoyable projects at ACME?

A few highlights include:
Nollendorfplatz: We won 2nd prize in the international design competition, and this project became a milestone and a trigger for ACME to design more with stone.
H1 Elephant Park: Designing our largest timber building and detailing the complex facade with simple logic.
Swansea Arena: Designing elements that could only be done at the Swansea Arena.

Most rewarding project to date?
Leeds MSCP: This was my first built project, and I was involved from beginning to end. The work has been celebrated with numerous industry awards.

What are you currently working on?
Goetheplatz 1: a new office building in the heart of Frankfurt

3 things you most admire about the practice
In 2010, ACME hired me even though I could not communicate in English!
ACME provides ongoing opportunities for everyone to challenge themselves.
We take on unique projects that not everyone can do.

Thank you for your 14 years of service, Keigo.

Mamsha Gardens draws inspiration from the natural surroundings of the island and boasts signature landscaped gardens in which residents can relax and unwind. The gardens will feature water-efficient irrigation systems and a selection of native plant species, ensuring that the landscape thrives with minimal resource consumption.

The development features seven residential buildings comprising 493 homes thoughtfully designed with premium finishes and fittings. The development features a range of amenities, including two centrally located pavilions with gyms, yoga, Pilates and meditation rooms, as well as swimming pools, kids’ play areas, a multi-use games area, underground parking, bike storage, and residents’ lounges with workspaces and lounge seating. 

Mamsha Gardens will also include restaurants with outdoor dining terraces and shops, as well as a community theatre and separate retail underground parking. The locations of each of these spaces have been strategically designed to attract foot traffic and provide a vibrant social space while affording residents the utmost privacy.

In line with Aldar’s goals to promote sustainable living and building practices, the development is targeting a 3 Pearl Estidama rating and a 3-star rating from Fitwel - the world’s leading certification system for optimising building health and wellness outcomes. 50% of both retail and residential parking will be EV ready, and residents will have several pedestrian routes to explore.

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