Martin Knuijt, founding partner of OKRA, has been instrumental in shaping cities with socially relevant and climate-resilient designs. Among many projects, He led OKRA to victory in the design competition for Shenshan’s coastal area in China, creating a 19 square km nature-based design incorporating historical water strategies and Dutch approaches. Under Knuijt’s leadership, OKRA also transformed Utrecht’s Defensieterrein, the first phase of the ambitious Merwedekanaal zone development. Embracing the principles of ‘Healthy Living’, his work prioritizes pedestrians, cyclists, and a range of community activities, underscoring his commitment to vibrant, sustainable urban living.