The Africa Institute in Sharjah has cancelled David Adjaye's work on a monolithic campus for the organisation after the architect was accused of sexual assault and harassment.
The project, a 31,882-square-metre campus made from red-hued concrete that was being designed for downtown Sharjah, UAE, would comprise five high-rise blocks and incorporate the existing home of The Africa Institute, Africa Hall.
However, following allegations of sexual misconduct against Adjaye by three women last week The Africa Institute, which is dedicated to the study, research and documentation of Africa, has decided to cancel the project.
The Africa Institute "deeply troubled" by allegations
"The Africa Institute is deeply troubled by the recently reported allegations regarding David Adjaye, and we have made the decision to cancel the building project with Adjaye Associates," president of the Africa Institute Hoor Al Qasimi said in a statement shared with Dezeen. The institute was being designed for Sharjah, UAE
"Our decision will not impact our robust research and educational programming at The Institute's current facilities," she added.
"The Africa Institute remains as committed as ever to our fellows, faculty, and staff, and to our mission of training a new generation of critical thinkers in African and African diaspora studies, serving as a model of excellence in research, teaching, and documentation."
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