PROFILE
Symbion: 4O Years of Architectural Excellence
Villa Rosa Kempinski
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hen the history of architecture in Kenya is finally written, the name Symbion will be firmly engraved therein. For it is incomprehensible to discuss the architectural sector in Kenya without mentioning Symbion Architects and the role the renowned studio has played in shaping the built environment in this country and beyond. Indeed, numerous major landmarks in Kenya and the larger East Africa region bear Symbion’s signature. From hospitality to highrise commercial complexes, health to education, residential to mixed use developments, Symbion has featured constantly. The firm has undertaken projects in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, South Sudan, Botswana, Mozambique and Seychelles and maintains a regional presence with offices in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kampala. This year, the firm that has built itself a reputation for greatness is celebrating 40 years. It was on 8th September 1980 that two architects,
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