Atelier Ko joins the Wallpaper* Architects Directory 2026 – welcome this young Benin practice into our annual round-up of exciting emerging architecture studios. (Image credit: Courtesy Atelier Ko)Atelier Kọ works across both residential and hospitality projects, and their approach is rooted in the systematic application of bioclimatic principles. (Image credit: Courtesy Atelier Ko)The main facade has been renovated without altering its original configuration and finished in a pink Siena earth coating. (Image credit: Courtesy Atelier Ko)Why: Architects Directory 2026When the Wallpaper* Architects’ Directory was conceived in 2000, it was built as our bespoke international index of emerging architectural talent. (Image credit: Courtesy Atelier Ko)atelier-ko.com