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SOM has a long history of tackling tall buildings; the firm was founded in 1930s America and rose to prominence with its sleek take on the classic glass-walled office tower. Today, SOM is one of the world’s pre-eminent architectural practices, a pillar of the design establishment. SOM Thinkers is a new publishing venture, exploring – without censure or self-interest – some of the key issues of the day.