Aenki

Aenki (Enki) was the god of creation and crafts in Sumerian mythology. Enki literally translates to Lord of the Earth who additionally was God of (fresh)water + fertility, wisdom and magic. While searching for a name for our office, Michael and Julia loved the idea of a creator who seemed to be able to produce abundance, integrate worlds and cultures, and produce compassionate visions, nurturing our planet with wisdom….

We Are

As designers, we focus on tailored solutions that not only create economic value, but also spark positive social impact through innovative spatial qualities. With over 20 years of international experience, we continually seek exciting collaborations with clients and craftsmen to broaden our perspectives. We are a team of creative professionals committed to innovative design for the natural and built environment. Our services range from early conceptualisation through to construction and finishing of buildings, landscaping, energy and innovation, and building management techniques.

Code Of Practise

STAY SIMPLE

Especially in the context of fast-changing cities and planning laws, we have learnt to stick to the basics to avoid extra time delays, unavailable materials and too many companies on site. We remove unnecessary luxury.

ACTIVATION

Activate space to increase human interaction -

we try to activate pockets of intense exchange in our built environments. Food courts, children's corners, shared gyms, community micro-gardens - anything that allows neighbours to meet and encourages new encounters.

SOCIAL RELEVANCE

We want to improve our immediate environment as much as possible. In each project, we aim to explore a specific problem-solving approach that can contribute to a larger context (natural ventilation + cooling systems, energy efficient organisms in buildings, etc.).

WORKABLE INFRASTRUCTURE

We prefer independent energy and water sources, light-weight, modular infrastructure without large overhead: ready to grow or shrink to need. Access to spare parts, repair-ability and cost are constantly in discussion to avoid overheating, excessive materiality and overcharge.

Our Core Team

Julia Mauser

General Manager

Yayehirad Gezu

Landscape + Community work

Michael W. Negatu

Deputy Manager

Maraki Getachew

Architect

Contact Us

Addis Office:

Aenki Architecture Plc

Yeka Subcity, Woreda 06

Addis Ababa

+ 251 929 436 736

mail@aenki.net

TIN number: 0054 30 31 04

Berlin Office: