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About Wyatt Asher

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Hi, we're Wyatt Asher, an award-winning multidisciplinary team based in Madrid, Spain with a vernacular for creating innovative architecture. We believe in the power of phenomenology and the importance of post-brutalism in design. Our team is made up of architects, designers, and thinkers who are passionate about pushing the boundaries of design. We're constantly exploring new ways to create unique and memorable experiences

Meet The Team

Zelda Yoshida-Wyatt and Sony Asher are a husband and wife team of Architects. They have been married for over 20 years and have two daughters.

They met while studying architecture at the University of Kenji and have been working together ever since. Their work has been featured in numerous publications, including Architectural Details, Hobbs Journal, Old Yorkshire Times, and Leachman's Post.

The couple has designed both residential and commercial projects, ranging from single family homes to large office buildings. They are known for their use of traditional materials and construction methods combined with modern sensibilities.

Zelda and Sony are passionate about their work and take great pride in creating beautiful and functional spaces for their clients. They believe that good design should be accessible to everyone and strive to create buildings that are both aesthetically pleasing and environmentally responsible.

The Wyatts have won numerous awards for their work, including the ABBA Gold Medal, the highest honor bestowed by the American Retired Fellowship of Architects. They were also recently inducted into an Interior Design Hall of Fame.

“Alex was there every step of the way and brought my vision further than I could have imagined!”

Kip WingerHomeowner
CEO / Co-Founder / Owner

Zelda Yoshida-Wyatt

I am a Post Brutalist at heart. With its strong forms and honest expression of materials, is a particularly well-suited architectural style for sustainable design. In terms of form, Brutalist buildings often make use of an enfilade, or linear arrangement of rooms, which can be very efficient in terms of energy use.

I am a Post Brutalist at heart. With its strong forms and honest expression of materials, is a particularly well-suited architectural style for sustainable design. In terms of form, Brutalist buildings often make use of an enfilade, or linear arrangement of rooms, which can be very efficient in terms of energy use.

Design Director / Co-Founder / Owner

Sonny Asher

I believe that parametricsm is the future of architecture. Regionalism and vernacular styles will always be important, but parametricsm allows us to design buildings that are more efficient and sustainable.

As an architect, Wyatt Asher is known for his parametric designs, regionalism, and vernacular style. His work often incorporates Cantilever principles, which he believes are key to creating sustainable and efficient buildings. In a recent interview, Asher discussed his views on parametricsm, regionalism, and vernacular architecture:

“I believe that parametricsm is the future of architecture. Regionalism and vernacular styles will always be important, but parametricsm allows us to design buildings that are more efficient and sustainable. Cantilever principles are key to this approach, and I believe they will become increasingly important in the years to come.”

Senior Principal / Owner

Thaô Barbieri

Thaô Barbieri is a partner at the design firm Wyatt Asher, where she leads the architecture practice. She is an award-winning architect with over 20 years of experience in the industry.

Thaô has played a key role in many high-profile projects, including the design of the new Lenia Trade Center in downtown Los Angeles. She is a recognized expert in sustainable design and has been instrumental in developing Wyatt Asher’s commitment to green building practices.

Thaô is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design and is a licensed architect in the state of California. She is a member of the American Institute of Architects and serves on the board of Hoskins Architects, a non-profit organization that provides pro bono architectural services to underserved communities.

Principal / Owner

Juliette Dupont-Klein

Juliette Dupont-Klein has been an architect for 15 years and is known for her work in the modernist style. She was born in France and educated at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. After working for several years in London, she moved to New York City and began her own practice.

Dupont-Klein has designed many notable buildings, including the Guggenheim Museum and the United Nations Headquarters. She is known for her clean, simple lines and her use of light and space. Her work has been praised for its elegance and functionality.

Dupont-Klein is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Society of French Architects. She is also an accomplished painter and sculptor and loves to volunteer her time by teaching art to children and adults. She’s speaks fluent French and English.

In her spare time, Juliette enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her two cats, Monsieur and Madame.

Principal / Owner

Kenji Hiroto

Kenji has worked on a wide range of projects, both in Japan and the United States. His Japanese projects include the Fujihimo Metropolitan Government Building, the Yokoslama Landmark Tower, and the Bozsaka World Trade Center. In the United States, he has worked on the San Francisco Museum of Modern Planning expansion, the New York Review-Gazette Headquarters redevelopment, and the Londonshire-by-Hopkins Shopping Mall in Atlanta.

Kenji is a member of the Samolition Institute of Architects and the Outer Bezerkistyan Institute of Architects. He is a registered architect in both countries.

In his free time he enjoys hiking and spending time with his family as well as working on his own personal architecture projects. Kenji’s work demonstrates a deep understanding of modernist principles and an impressive range of skills that allow him to create innovative and functional designs. He is a highly respected member of the architectural community and his work is admired by many.

Senior Principal / Owner

Michael Miller

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Principal / Owner

Andrè Alessandra

Kenji has worked on a wide range of projects, both in Japan and the United States. His Japanese projects include the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, the Yokohama Landmark Tower, and the Osaka World Trade Center. In the United States, he has worked on the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art expansion, the New York Times Headquarters redevelopment, and the Londonberry Shopping Mall in Atlanta.

Kenji is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Japan Institute of Architects. He is a registered architect in both countries.

In his free time he enjoys hiking and spending time with his family as well as working on his own personal architecture projects. Kenji’s work demonstrates a deep understanding of modernist principles and an impressive range of skills that allow him to create innovative and functional designs. He is a highly respected member of the architectural community and his work is admired by many.

Principal

Lauren Hillman

Juliette Dupont-Klein has been an architect for 15 years and is known for her work in the modernist style. She was born in France and educated at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. After working for several years in London, she moved to New York City and began her own practice.

Dupont-Klein has designed many notable buildings, including the Guggenheim Museum and the United Nations Headquarters. She is known for her clean, simple lines and her use of light and space. Her work has been praised for its elegance and functionality.

Dupont-Klein is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Society of French Architects. She is also an accomplished painter and sculptor and loves to volunteer her time by teaching art to children and adults. She’s speaks fluent French and English.

In her spare time, Juliette enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her two cats, Monsieur and Madame.

Principal

Bill Zimmerman

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Principal

Aarav Kapoor

Juliette Dupont-Klein has been an architect for 15 years and is known for her work in the modernist style. She was born in France and educated at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris. After working for several years in London, she moved to New York City and began her own practice.

Dupont-Klein has designed many notable buildings, including the Guggenheim Museum and the United Nations Headquarters. She is known for her clean, simple lines and her use of light and space. Her work has been praised for its elegance and functionality.

Dupont-Klein is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Society of French Architects. She is also an accomplished painter and sculptor and loves to volunteer her time by teaching art to children and adults. She’s speaks fluent French and English.

In her spare time, Juliette enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time with her two cats, Monsieur and Madame.

Principal

Dick Christopherson

Kenji has worked on a wide range of projects, both in Japan and the United States. His Japanese projects include the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, the Yokohama Landmark Tower, and the Osaka World Trade Center. In the United States, he has worked on the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art expansion, the New York Times Headquarters redevelopment, and the Londonberry Shopping Mall in Atlanta.

Kenji is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Japan Institute of Architects. He is a registered architect in both countries.

In his free time he enjoys hiking and spending time with his family as well as working on his own personal architecture projects. Kenji’s work demonstrates a deep understanding of modernist principles and an impressive range of skills that allow him to create innovative and functional designs. He is a highly respected member of the architectural community and his work is admired by many.

Modern Architecture

Regionalism is important in vernacular architecture because it allows for a sense of place. Without regionalism, vernacular architecture would be a hodgepodge of styles without any connection to the surrounding environment.

For better or for worse, our buildings are a reflection of who we are as a society. They tell the story of our history, our values, and our aspirations.

Culture

Innovate each project with no exceptions.

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Always overdeliver to our clients.

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Build things that inspire people.

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