Palinda Kannangara Architects

Palinda Kannangara Architects is known for an experiential architecture that hinges on simplicity, and connection with the natural environment. The firm’s work has been recognized for contextual sensitivity, crafted material use and a minimalism reflective of the Sri Lankan ethos. Their portfolio spans the breadth of Sri Lanka, from the dry zone, to the wetlands, to the coast on a diverse palette of projects. The firm has been the recipient of several prestigious national and international awards in its 18 years of practice. Their own Studio at Rajagiriya is one of the winners of the RIBA International Awards for Excellence in Architecture 2018 and they have most recently won the RIBA International Award for Excellence 2021 for their project Artist Retreat at Pittugala and the 5th Triennial Geoffrey Bawa Award for Excellence in Architecture 2020/2021 for their project the Frame Holiday Structure at Imaduwa. The firm’s work has been featured in the recent El Croquis monograph 212.

Palinda Kannangara

Architect Palinda Kannangara has a background in Mathematics and Architecture. As a student Palinda trained under Sri Lankan modernist architect Anura Rantavibhushana, who had worked with Geoffrey Bawa for 16 years. Palinda established independent practice in 2005.