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Shelley
McNamara
Shelley McNamara (born 1952) is an Irish architect and co-founder of Grafton Architects, known for her context-sensitive, materially rich designs. She has led acclaimed projects such as the Universita Luigi Bocconi in Milan, the Toulouse School of Economics, and the Town House at Kingston University, which won the RIBA Stirling Prize (2021). Her work emphasizes spatial generosity, natural light, and a deep respect for local environments. In 2020, she and Yvonne Farrell received the Pritzker Prize for their contributions to human-centered, sustainable architecture. As an educator and designer, McNamara continues to shape contemporary architectural discourse.

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