Designed for the future of biomedical research Since its initial creation in the early 2000s, Biopolis has become the heart of a thriving biomedical industry in Singapore. Over several phases of development, the research hub has expanded into a vibrant campus, located at the convergence of commercial and residential neighborhoods in Buona Vista. Elementum, a … Continued
Enhancing a prominent site Situated at the edge of the Imperial Palace in a bustling urban center, the design for Otemachi One balances its neighborhood’s historic fabric and commercial identity. The project comprises two towers featuring offices, retail, an event hall, a Four Seasons Hotel, and new public space, each building responding directly to its … Continued
The Nihonbashi 2-Chome Development revitalizes Tokyo’s historic, flagship Takashimaya Shopping Center as a pedestrian-oriented, mixed-use destination. Leveraging the surrounding streets, the project transforms an underutilized, multi-block site into an interconnected, three-building complex. It adds public green space where none existed before, densifies the neighborhood in congruence with recent developments, and expands the department store – … Continued
The Long Beach City Hall and Port Headquarters buildings are the defining elements of the Long Beach Civic Center Master Plan, along with the Billie Jean King Main Library. SOM designed the master plan to revitalize 22 acres of the city’s downtown area by creating a vibrant, mixed-use district and reactivating the historic Lincoln Park. … Continued
The Long Beach Civic Center Master Plan revitalizes 22 acres of downtown Long Beach, creating a vibrant mixed-use district. The plan includes a new City Hall and Port Headquarters, the Billie Jean King Main Library, and the reactivation of historic Lincoln Park. It also establishes design guidelines for new residential units and commercial development, and … Continued
Enriching education with engaging design UC Law SF, formerly UC Hastings, has historically operated across multiple, disconnected buildings in San Francisco’s Civic Center neighborhood, with some facilities separated by busy streets. The university’s Long Range Campus Plan 3.0 calls for a phased approach to developing an improved, more cohesive campus. The first completed building in … Continued
Introducing refined luxury Working with a team of local and international design firms, SOM led the design of THE ESSE Sukhumvit 36, a luxury residential tower that brings a distinct and powerful architectural vision to Bangkok. Located in Thong Lo, one of the city’s most desirable neighborhoods, the building comprises 338 residential units and a … Continued
Scaling up a sustainable campus The University of California, Merced is the youngest campus in the UC system and the first North American research university to be established in the 21st century. Its mission is to cultivate a community bound by learning, discovery, and engagement, while also celebrating the heritage of the San Joaquin Valley … Continued
Poly International Plaza was envisioned by the China Poly Group as a landmark for the emerging Dawangjing district, a new hub for global business. Its innovative design responds to the geography and climate of Beijing—a region prone to extreme seasonal climate, pollution, and high seismicity. From its user experience to its environmental impact and construction, … Continued
Redesigning New York’s front door SOM has played a central role in reimagining New York City’s Penn Station, the busiest train station in the Western Hemisphere and a hub for the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR), New Jersey Transit, Amtrak, and two subway lines. SOM’s work spans multiple blocks, from the adaptive reuse of the … Continued