Pierre de
Meuron

Pierre de Meuron (born 1950) is a Swiss architect and co-founder of Herzog & de Meuron, a globally acclaimed firm known for material experimentation and innovative urban architecture. Alongside Jacques Herzog, he has designed iconic projects such as the Tate Modern in London, the Beijing National Stadium ("Bird’s Nest"), and the Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg. His work combines artistic expression with technological innovation, often transforming industrial spaces into cultural landmarks. Awarded the Pritzker Prize (2001), de Meuron continues to influence contemporary architecture, blending context-driven design with cutting-edge construction techniques.