The Miami University Art Museum, completed in 1979, rises from the crest of its five-acre site like a sculpturesque sequence of changing architectural forms. The proportion and scale of the building elements are geometrically organized both horizontally and vertically and are highlighted by constantly changing light and shadow throughout the day. The 24,000-square-foot museum was … Continued
Design for diplomacy For more than half a century, the Turtle Bay neighborhood of Manhattan has been a center of international diplomacy. The neighborhood’s transformation began with the completion of the United Nations headquarters in 1950, and continued with permanent missions to the UN from countries around the world. Located along Dag Hammarskjold Plaza, the … Continued
Situated on 19 acres fronting Austin’s Lady Bird Lake, the 305 South Congress development will introduce new mixed-use amenities including space for office, hotel, retail, entertainment and public uses. The revitalization of this prime lakefront location invites Austin locals and visitors alike to enjoy improved access to the district’s sprawling shoreline. SOM’s master plan envisions … Continued
Bringing Nashville back to the river Across the river from downtown Nashville, the Riverside will bring five million square feet of places to live, work, play, dine, and enjoy the riverfront, woven together by three new public parks spanning more than 25 acres. Guided by an equitable and inclusive process that has engaged groups across … Continued
Under Mayor Lori Lightfoot’s INVEST South/West initiative, Englewood Connect will expand upon recent neighborhood investments to create a local commerce and culinary ecosystem, greater connectivity and pedestrian access, and flexible public spaces. The project is designed to improve the quality of life for Englewood residents through a mixed-use, phased development strategy focused around a flexible … Continued
Design inspired by regional landscapes Jinan, the capital city of Shandong Province on China’s eastern coast, is known for its rich variety of natural landscapes — its springs, Daming Lake, and the nearby Mount Tai and Yellow River. As the master planner, architect, and landscape designer for Jinan’s new central business district, SOM took inspiration … Continued
The Zhengzhou Public Realm Improvement Plan establishes a series of upgrades for the Dragon Lake New District in Zhengzhou, China. It includes safer main crossing streets in busy residential neighborhoods, public realm improvements for the Ruyi Canal South area, and design guidelines for the public realm along Ruyi Canal North corridor. The Dragon Lake area … Continued
Located in the new Lusail Marina development north of Doha, this 25-story tower sits adjacent to the Arabian Gulf and includes both hotel and office components. The tower’s striking form was largely driven by sustainability concerns. By eroding the building mass, SOM created deeply shaded areas and terraces that offer sweeping views of the Gulf. … Continued
Situated on a prominent waterfront site, the Busan Lotte Town Tower is poised to become the new gateway to East Asia. Standing at more than 510 meters, the supertall skyscraper holds a vast, 362,000-square-meter program consisting of offices, condos, a hotel, retail and entertainment space, and underground parking. The streetscape is enlivened by a vibrant … Continued
San Francisco’s Transit Center District is one of the most important development opportunities in the city’s history, and its transformation presents a bold vision for the South of Market Street neighborhood. Once isolated by residual 20th-century freeway infrastructure, the redesigned district—now a vibrant, fully integrated, mixed-use neighborhood—is a model for high density redevelopment. The centerpiece … Continued