Architecture firm ArchXenus marked its 15th anniversary in Accra, Ghana, with a two-day celebration held on November 10 and 11, 2026. The event, hosted at Christ Temple East—a building designed and managed by the firm—served as the launchpad for the Xenus Impact Foundation and a new publication titled GeneXus. According to MyJoyOnline, the anniversary gathering brought together architects and stakeholders to examine the future of cities, climate-responsive buildings, and investment in the built environment.
The newly established Xenus Impact Foundation aims to extend the firm’s influence beyond commercial projects through impact initiatives and corporate social responsibility. The foundation operates through four primary channels: publishing via AX Press, executing impact projects, convening gatherings such as the African Urban Futures Conclave, and showcasing work through exhibitions. The full Conclave is scheduled for April 2027 and will be held biennially to facilitate collaboration among stakeholders from Ghana and across West Africa. Prior to the main event, ArchXenus has partnered with the Ghana Institute of Architects to invite professionals to present solutions for urban challenges.
During the celebration, partners Nana Akua Oppong-Birmeh and Agnes Ofosu-Appiah emphasized the firm’s model of partnership, particularly for women balancing careers and family life. "When one person is down or out, the other steps in," Ofosu-Appiah stated, according to MyJoyOnline. The firm reported completing more than 140 projects over the past 15 years, citing the development of professional capacity as a key achievement alongside physical structures. The GeneXus book documents 12 selected projects, intended to provide local inspiration for students and practitioners. "The GeneXus book brings together 12 selected ArchXenus projects," the publication noted, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign architectural references.
Discussions at the event highlighted significant gaps in Ghana’s housing market. Ofosu-Appiah pointed out that while a construction boom exists, it largely serves luxury and affordable housing sectors, leaving a deficit for middle-income earners. The firm estimates this gap at approximately 1.8 million units. To address this, the foundation’s pilot project, CoSpace, explores affordable housing options in established neighborhoods closer to work and schools. Oppong-Birmeh called for stronger coordination in city planning, arguing that architects often work within defined plots without a broader urban vision. The firm also addressed climate-responsive construction and the need to move from urban plans to practical implementation during the "Conversations & Connections" sessions.