Clifford A. Pearson

The Chengdu-based architect is the second Pritzker Prize laureate hailing from China.

The Beijing-based founder of Turenscape reflects on his upbringing and career in landscape architecture, while stressing the urgent change needed within the profession to address new challenges posed by climate change.

Five years after César Pelli’s death, his namesake firm is ushering in a new generation of leaders–including six new partners—while staying true to its DNA.