September 2018 - Native Narrative on CNN discussing three upcoming Learning Centers for Filipino Children in rural areas.
About
We believe considered architectural design raises standards of living and should be accessible for everyone, this is why we founded Native Narrative at the beginning of 2017, mainly out of the frustrations we experienced in designing and delivering projects in London’s commercial design industry. We were inspired to build more impactful buildings. For us, this meant relocating to the Philippines and focusing our efforts on serving people first.
We pushed the boundaries of what we previously knew about the roles of architects and project managers. During our first two years in practice, we operated on a non-profit basis and lived in the office of our Filipino NGO collaborator. We lobbied with the local government, sourced funds, coordinated with local contractors and carpenters, and completed 4 learning center projects which affected local policy for children. Several other projects are in the making.
We are now operating out of Copenhagen, Denmark, simultaneously focussing on the commercial industry and non-profit projects. Common for all our projects is the aim to strengthen local communities by delivering considered architectural design.
We enjoy learning from our collaboration partners and supporting other architects who strive to realize like-minded projects.
If you have a project in mind or like to know more, please reach out!
TEAM
Jakob Gate -
Architect MAA
Prior to starting Native Narrative Jakob worked for leading design studios in the U.K. China & Indonesia on projects ranging in scale from masterplanning to furniture.
Design studios Jakob have worked with includes but is not limited to: Heatherwick Studio, Softroom, Foster & Partners.
As a founding partner Jakob is leading architectural design development in collaboration with our key consultants. Read more about Jakob here.
Cecilie Wang -
Project Lead
Prior to starting Native Narrative Cecilie managed international High-end Exhibition projects from early brief and conceptual development to site management and finished inhabited construction.
Cecilie has successfully delivered projects in the following cities: London, Berlin, Brussels, Barcelona, Vancouver, Washington, Seoul and in her native Copenhagen.
As a founding partner Cecilie is responsible for all project mangement & business growth. Read more about Cecilie here.