Kenyo’s interest in architecture took shape early, rooted in a curiosity about how spaces are made, adapted, and used in everyday life. Growing up in Nigeria, he was surrounded by people who built, repaired, and improvised constantly, which gave him a practical understanding of design as something shaped by lived experience rather than abstract theory. His parents encouraged that curiosity by giving him basic tools and introducing him to CAD programs at a young age. He moved to Canada in 2017 for undergraduate studies in Environmental Design at the University of Manitoba, then completed his Master of Architecture at the University of Waterloo. His thesis, “Decolonizing Disability: Access Without Erasure,” studied accessibility through the lens of Nigerian open-air markets. The work challenged conventional institutional notions of accessibility, earning him an Ontario Graduate Scholarship. Kenyo’s roles at Giannone Petricone Associates and MJMA strengthened his understanding of multi-residential work, community-focused institutional design, and the detailed production required for permit and construction. At MSS, Kenyo is excited to deepen his skills, learn from a collaborative studio, and contribute to projects that balance clarity, context, and thoughtful design. Outside of the office, Kenyo plays in local soccer leagues, has previously coached Galt F.C., and hopes to see Arsenal F.C. play at the Emirates Stadium one day.

“I’m drawn to environments where informality, culture, and community overlap, and motivated to find design strategies that support those relationships.”