We’re honored to return to one of SOM’s most defining projects, the John Hancock Center (now 875 N. Michigan Avenue), where we’ve been entrusted with the redesign of its iconic 95th and 96th floors. This collaboration with Magnicity, the parent company of 360 CHICAGO, presents a unique opportunity to refresh and elevate this historic space—known … Continued
At the U.S. DOT Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, our Graphics + Brand studio developed a comprehensive signage and wayfinding strategy that not only makes the building easy to navigate, but also reflects the institution’s identity as a transportation research center. And for it, the project won two awards, the 365: American Institute of Graphic … Continued
Applications are now open for the next edition of SOM’s annual Winter Shadowship, taking place January 13-17, 2025. This week-long program offers an immersive professional experience, mentorship, and guidance to students planning careers in architecture, engineering, urban planning, graphic design, or interior design and who share a passion for advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion in … Continued
We’re celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden, the Smithsonian’s national museum of modern and contemporary art, and one of our most significant legacy projects. Led by Gordon Bunshaft, we created a unique structure for a singular art collection with an open, circular design that intrigues visitors along the National Mall … Continued
We have a long history of revitalizing the urban landscape of Lower Manhattan. Most recently, we returned to two of our historic office buildings, and the New York Post reported on our latest renovation work. With the Financial District having evolved into a 24-hour mixed-use neighborhood, we returned to 28 Liberty—formerly One Chase Manhattan Plaza—to … Continued
Kansas City International Airport is one of six airports to be recognized by Prix Versailles in this year’s “World Most Beautiful Airports” list. The awards program, organized in association with UNESCO, honors projects across the globe that have left extraordinary imprints on their environments. The final winners will be announced in December. As the largest … Continued
On September 20, the Chicago Architecture Center hosted a panel discussion on the design of Satellite One at O’Hare International Airport. The program, “Taking Flight: Transforming O’Hare for Today’s Traveler,” invited lead architects from the SOM-led team to join Related Midwest’s Executive Vice President and panel moderator Ann Thompson to discuss the passenger experience envisioned … Continued
A pilot version of the UK’s first cross-industry standard for net zero carbon-aligned buildings launched today. The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard is a free-to-access technical standard that will enable the construction industry to robustly prove that built assets align with the UK’s carbon and energy budgets. Developed for anyone who wants to fund, … Continued
Today, alongside V-Leader and Ironside, we celebrated the start of construction on 189 Toorak Road in South Yarra, marking a significant milestone in the transformation of the Victorian landmark. Our project will convert the South Yarra Coffee Palace into a new, mixed-use development that honors its 137-year legacy while introducing contemporary elements. Constructed in 1887 as … Continued
Two recent completions have been recognized with Merit Awards by the 2024 AIA California Design Awards program as projects that “celebrate the value exceptional design has on the fabric of society.” Completed in 2022, the International Arrivals Facility (IAF) at Seattle Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most complex endeavor in the airport’s history. The … Continued