SOM Sustainability Director Mina Hasman has been included in TIME100 Climate, TIME’s inaugural list of 100 of the world’s most influential leaders driving climate action in business. Honored among leaders from multiple industries, Mina is recognized for her role in developing innovative climate action measures for the built environment. At SOM, Mina leads the firm’s … Continued
Julie Michiels joins the International Ferderation of Interior Architects/Designers’s Global Awards Program (IFI GAP) jury for 2023-2024! Jurors representing major design institutions consider nominations for IFI’s highest honor, the IFI PRIZE and the IFI Design Journalism Award (IFI DJA), both of which recognize the exemplary contribution of individuals in strengthening and progressing Interior Architecture/Design.
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) is participating in “Mission Spatiale,” a new permanent exhibition at the Cité des sciences et de l’industrie in Paris, France. The exhibition presents space exploration through an immersive visitor experience whilst providing an overview of current and future research, technology and discussion about space missions. The exhibition opens on October … Continued
We are honored to announce that SOM has received multiple awards at this year’s AIA Chicago Awards. Our Chicago Studio Renovation won the Honor Award in the Interior Architecture Large category and was a finalist in the Office category for the Lerch Bates People’s Choice Awards. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Campus Instructional Facility (CIF) … Continued
Principal Benton Johnson spoke at the Chicago Architecture Center (CAC) on the “Talking Timber: Designing Future Cities in Wood.” His presentation focused on the benefits and techniques of mass timber construction for the COB3 office building in San Mateo, California, and Billie Jean King Library in Long Beach. A part of the Talking Timber lecture … Continued
For the past six years, AN Interior has been acknowledging the Top 50 architecture and design firms operating within North America, with a focus on interiors. The companies featured in this year’s lineup go beyond mere creativity and imagination; they are driven by a commitment to putting their philosophies into practice, infusing every design detail … Continued
Applications have opened for SOM’s 2024 Winter Shadowship program, taking place from January 8-12. Sponsored by SOM’s Arquitectos, Asian Alliance, NOMA, Pride, and Women’s Initiative groups, this week-long program offers an immersive professional experience, mentorship, and guidance to students of all backgrounds. The program is open to applicants who are planning careers in architecture, engineering, … Continued
SOM will have a big presence at the 2023 CTBUH International Conference in Singapore. Five towers—8 Shenton Way, Urban Sequoia, Pearl River Tower, 800 Fulton Market, and Suzhou Supertall, which all received Awards of Excellence in July—are set to compete in a series of presentations to be named the best overall project in their respective … Continued
Bio-Block™ Spiral has opened to the public at 167 Green Street for the fifth edition of the Chicago Architecture Biennial (CAB5). Constructed out of algae-based Bio-Blocks™ developed in partnership with Prometheus Materials, the Bio-Block Spiral echoes the shell-like material by creating a public space for gathering and contemplation in Chicago’s Fulton Market District. Reflecting on … Continued