Last week, San Mateo County formally celebrated the opening of 500 County Center, the first net-zero civic building constructed with mass timber in the U.S. Attended by more than 700 visitors, the building dedication and unveiling took place in Redwood City, California—part of the “Celebrating Our Story” event hosted by the County and the San … Continued
On May 14, we celebrated the grand opening of the Ningbo Center—now the tallest building in Ningbo and across China’s Zhejiang Province. SOM Managing Partner Xuan Fu and Principal Inho Rhee joined clients, city officials, and representatives from Ritz-Carlton, Marriott, and the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) for the ceremony, which included the … Continued
Designed by SOM, a new mixed-use development in Taipei City introduces a new focal point for a burgeoning cultural district. Prominently located next to the Taipei Music Center, the Taiwan Power Nangang Development will integrate lushly planted public spaces, retail, and efficient, open-plan offices with exceptional views. SOM’s design responds to the site and climate, … Continued
Following her relocation from SOM’s New York office to join our growing team in Dubai last year, Principal Emily Mottolese joined the aForm Show Podcast to share insights on SOM’s expanding presence across the Middle East, particularly in Dubai and Riyadh, and to spotlight several exciting new projects in the region. Among these is Atelis … Continued
At SOM, we design more than just buildings. Our recent industrial design project—a retreat for pups—was just shortlisted for the annual UK Barkitecture competition at Goodwoof. Our Hover design caters to the various ways dogs sit, sleep, and lounge, inspired by the principles of weightlessness, flexibility, and comfort. Crafted from sustainable and recycled materials, the … Continued
The new hub for media and performance will bring together two schools in a single, state-of-the-art facility that creates an engaging gateway to campus Temple University and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) are celebrating the groundbreaking of the Caroline Kimmel Pavilion for Arts and Communication, a state-of-the-art media hub and performance venue designed for learning, … Continued
In the summer 2025 issue of Green Building & Design magazine, Mulva Cultural Center is profiled for its civic mission, environmental performance, and role in shaping a new cultural hub in De Pere, Wisconsin. Described as “the new cultural destination of the Midwest,” the project reflects a vision for architecture that invites community, supports cultural … Continued
In the latest issue of Great Lakes by Design magazine, Design Partner Scott Duncan shares the story behind Mulva Cultural Center—a transformative new destination for arts, education, and civic life in De Pere, Wisconsin. Commissioned by local philanthropists James and Miriam Mulva, the 73,800-square-foot institution is envisioned as a lasting gift to their hometown. “It … Continued
Recently, two SOM projects in California’s Bay Area were named 2025 Honor Award finalists by the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Northern California Chapter. Our update and refresh of Carmel Valley Manor was awarded in the Heal category while Jackson Square Workplace Renovation was awarded in the Work Medium category. The 2025 IIDA Northern California … Continued
Global design platform Archello recently profiled our full-scale transformation of Moscone Center, San Francisco’s premier convention venue, into one of the most efficient and sustainable convention centers in the United States, calling it “an efficient model for green urban hubs engaging communities.” Located in the downtown cultural district surrounding Yerba Buena Gardens and owned by … Continued