An installation designed by SOM in collaboration with Artemide, the storied manufacturer of high-design lighting, is featured in a special exhibition during Milan Design Week. Organized by Interni Magazine as a centerpiece of the Fuorisalone program—a series of events and exhibitions taking place across the city during Salone del Mobile—the exhibition, titled Cre-Action, includes contributions … Continued
Just 3 percent of members of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) hold the prestigious designation of ASCE Fellow, and we’re proud to recognize Structural Engineering Principal Preetam Biswas for this recent advancement. The news follows yet another recent fellowship advancement. In January, Biswas also became a Fellow of the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI), … Continued
The MIT Stephen A. Schwarzman College of Computing has been recognized for its high performance in resilience and sustainability with a LEED Platinum certification—the highest mark of excellence for sustainability as awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council. In collaboration with Arup, we prioritized both sustainability and wellness through key strategies, including healthy material selections, … Continued
“Indian airports are some of the most beautiful in the world,” writes The Economist as Principal Derek Moore shares his insights into our designs for Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru and Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport in Mumbai. Both serve as international gateways that embody the culture and heritage of India. “[We] wanted to ensure … Continued
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of former Chairman David M. Childs, FAIA, who died peacefully at home yesterday at the age of 83 surrounded by his family. David joined the firm in Washington, D.C., in 1971 and was instrumental in some of SOM’s most impactful projects, including a master plan … Continued
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Campus Instructional Facility (CIF) recently received the U.S. Green Building Council’s 2024 Local Market Leadership Award in Illinois for Design + Construction, an award that recognizes projects, people, and partners for their excellence in creating better buildings and improving the lives of all in their local communities. Designed as a … Continued
We are proud to present our third annual Climate Action Report—a survey of our ongoing work to confront the climate crisis through action, innovation, and collaboration. Over the past year, we have continued to reduce carbon emissions in our projects while pursuing high-impact partnerships and research, using our influence in the industry to accelerate the … Continued
“There’s never been a more important moment to work together in solving these most pressing issues and challenges facing our cities, and, as designers, really advocate for holistic solutions that address planetary health,” said Urban Design & Planning Partner Doug Voigt. In a recent episode of the Green Urbanist Podcast, Voigt spoke with host Ross … Continued
How do you plan a new future for a New York City icon while honoring its 90-year history and cultural legacy? In a story for The New York Times, Principal Frank Mahan explains how we are bringing the landmark Waldorf Astoria back to its former grandeur with the past, present, and future in mind. “Only … Continued
Every project presents an opportunity to develop greener ways of building, and that mindset guides our approach to design and engineering. Efficiency lies at the core of our structural engineering practice, from finding ways to solve complex site challenges to minimizing the carbon impact of construction. SOM is excited to share this expertise in the … Continued