An independent practice with discipline.

Aokoh is run by architect, Jakob Uhlenhopp and development manager and architect, Violeta de la Rosa. One accountable contact, full ownership of every deliverable, and a trusted interplay of architecture and client-led decision-making at every corner of the process.

BUILDING PERMITS DONE
15+
Projects built
10+
WE DO
Residential Corporate Civic Retail Infrastructural Renovations

Work list available upon request.

The Aokoh team — two architects standing side by side against a soft white backdrop

Photo by Eguono E. Edjere

Position

Strategy first.  Architecture to serve it.

For whom

We work for landowners, small developers, family offices, and investors who see the potential in their property. Clients who value effective design and clarity over theory.

How we work

Our top priority is to simplify the complex process of planning and building by work with clear phases, outlined by SIA standards. Whether you just need something small or don't know where to start, we deliver by single phase or full service. From feasibility study to completed project — our top priorities are your priorities.

Background

Design training. Business rigor.

FORMAL EDUCATION
MSc Arch. AAM Mendrisio MAS ETH Zürich MSc Arch. ETSAB Barcelona BA Carnegie Mellon University
INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE
E2A Architects, Zürich Büro Krucker, Zürich Ricardo Bofill, Barcelona Perkins Eastman, New York Vantieghem Talebi, Los Angeles Fastned Switzerland AG PureGym Group AG
CERTIFICATIONS
Real Estate Economics & Finance London School of Economics Certified Passive House Consultant MAS in Housing ETH Principles of Spatial Planning ETH
WE WORK IN
English German Spanish French Italian

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