Skidmore, Owings & Merrill is pleased to announce the release of The Future of Public Space, the second volume in the SOM Thinkers series. Routine discussions on public space omit a gamut of possibilities ripe for critical discussion. In a collection of short but intellectually invigorating reads, The Future of Public Space reflects on these possibilities beyond typical contexts. The eight … Continued
Tensile fabric structures have existed for a very long time in the form of simple tent-like shelters; together, guy ropes and tent poles provide pre-tension to a fabric, allowing the greater structure to withstand the loads of wind, rain and snow. … Grounded in these advancements, today’s architects are harnessing tensile fabric structures in the … Continued
With an introduction by Allison Arieff and visuals provided by Lawrence Weiner, this book delves into notions of public space that are often overlooked through multiple takes. Rachel Monroe’s point of view is sparked by issues of surveillance; China Miéville writes a fictional piece through a detective lens; mythologies surrounding public art are explored by … Continued
Designed by Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM), Egypt’s New National Cancer Institute (NNCI) will stretch across a nine million square foot campus just outside of Cairo. Intended to strengthen the institute’s position as the largest comprehensive cancer centre across the Middle East, Europe and Africa, the facility will be able to offer medical services to 1.7 … Continued
In the fourth essay in a five-part series for Casabella on Gordon Bunshaft, architectural historian Nicholas Adams examines 9 West 57th Street. Also known as the Solow Building, the 49-story tower features a distinctive, curved facade. This bold design faced early criticism following its completion in 1974, earning the building monikers like “the ski-slope building” and “the … Continued
New development is occurring at a breakneck pace throughout New York City, and while much of it is happening on the individual level, a not-inconsequential portion of it is also lumped into megaprojects rising all over the five boroughs. Entire stretches of land are giving rise to new and recreated neighborhoods, as seen with Hudson … Continued
… On October 18 at the New York offices of SOM, Metropolis‘s director of design innovation Susan S. Szenasy led a conversation about how innovations in technology can be harnessed to best support the city’s growth. As the city continues to expand—the NYC Department of City Planning estimates the population will grow from 8.5 million in … Continued
On Thursday, February 8th, SOM Consulting Partner Philip Enquist was honored with the Legacy Award at the 2018 Chicago Architecture Foundation (CAF) Gala for his contributions to urban design in Chicago and around the world. The Legacy Award is the CAF’s most prestigious honor, recognizing the outstanding work of Chicagoans in architecture. In naming Enquist as this year’s winner, the CAF cited the Chicago Tribune‘s 2009 selection of Enquist … Continued
… Just a few paces from the old City Hall, a new one is rising as part of a nearly $900-million innovative makeover of the public heart of Long Beach that will also introduce apartments, stores, restaurants and perhaps a hotel. … But the mega project is notable for more than reconceiving the notion of … Continued
Whether it’s welcoming home family and friends, or tearful goodbyes as a loved one jets off into the sunset, airports have increasingly become places that celebrate travel and allow us to explore the wider world. However, just because they are stopping points for our next adventures, that doesn’t mean that airports shouldn’t be interesting, innovative … Continued