November 3 2010

The Japanese practice of Kengo Kuma & Associates, together with Cre8 Architecture, have emerged victorious in the V&A at Dundee design competition.

One of six proposals to be shortlisted at a public exhibition in the city, Kuma’s win culminates an international hunt for a landmark building to anchor Dundee’s waterfront regeneration.

Lesley Knox, Chair of the V&A at Dundee project, said: “Kengo Kuma’s proposal was the unanimous choice of the jury panel and is a worthy winner ; a building that will delight visitors and encourage them to revisit it again and again.

“It demonstrates a clear understanding of the city, offers a new experience of the river, and will be as exciting internally as it will be externally.”

Of the scheme Kengo Kuma said, “It will be an exciting endeavour that will combine the tradition and heritage of the Victoria and Albert Museum and our new ideas.

“Furthermore, we are enthusiastic about the amazing site, the city and environment - it is our intention to find a balanced approach to nature and the city life of Dundee. We wish to bring our best efforts forward, with vigour and passion."

Kengo Kuma’s team for the V&A at Dundee project includes the Scottish firms cre8architecture, Optimised Environments Ltd, and CBA, and the engineering firm Arup, which has offices across Scotland, including in Dundee.

Work is expected to commence on site in Autumn 2012.

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