Kerstin Thompson

Kerstin Thompson is founding Principal and Design Director of Kerstin Thompson Architects. Committed to design-based research and education, she is also Adjunct Professor at RMIT and Monash Universities. In recognition for the work of her practice, contribution to the profession and tertiary education, Kerstin was elevated to Life Fellow by the Australian Institute of Architects in 2017, and more recently named Honorary Fellow by the American Institute of Architects. In 2022 she was appointed the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) and in 2023 was awarded the Gold Medal, the Australian Institute of Architects’ highest honour. Located in Melbourne Australia, KTA was founded by Kerstin in 1994 and has established itself as a significant and innovative reference point in Australian architecture and urban design. The practice focus is on architecture as a civic endeavour with an emphasis on user experience and enjoyment of place.