Today, SOM welcomes Dennis Ho to our Hong Kong studio as Director of Strategic Development for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. “The most successful projects, whether it’s a commercial development, a new transit hub, or a large-scale master plan, bring a multidisciplinary perspective to the process,” said Dennis. “That’s exactly how SOM approaches every project, and … Continued
In Singapore, we’ve moved into Guoco Tower—a building we designed that currently stands as the city’s tallest. The new space gives us a direct vantage point overlooking the construction of 8 Shenton Way, which is set to become the nation’s first supertall tower when it’s completed in 2028. Beyond keeping us close to that site, … Continued
It is with deep sadness that we share that Robert L. Wesley has passed away at the age of 88. An architect who joined SOM in 1964 and became the firm’s first Black partner in 1984, Wesley made a lasting impact through both his built work and many years of committed civic leadership. Wesley developed … Continued
Last spring, SOM was one of five architecture and engineering practices selected to participate in the inaugural Advanced Manufacturing in Architecture and Design (AMAD) workshop. Hosted by Space/Craft, Cemex, and Thornton Tomasetti, AMAD brought together interdisciplinary teams to explore how advanced manufacturing techniques and emerging building materials can drive innovation in architecture and design. Our … Continued
At University of California, Berkeley, a new exhibition and symposium documents the first 20 years of University of California, Merced—from its initial planning through its evolution into the first triple net-zero research university in North America. “From the Ground Up: Building UC Merced” is an exhibition hosted by the University of California, Berkeley, that explores … Continued
As part of a larger vision for Washington D.C., we developed a comprehensive plan to convert underutilized federal buildings and campuses into highly sustainable and livable neighborhoods—a proposal that won an AIA DC Unbuilt Washington Award. Today, the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) campus is situated in Southwest Federal Center—a centrally located, yet disconnected … Continued
From reimagining inclusivity and accessibility in air travel at Kansas City International Airport to investing in the future of mobility with 3,000 new bus shelters in Los Angeles, inclusive design is about uplifting our communities and creating spaces that serve everyone. On Wednesday, January 21, Partner Julia Murphy will lead a timely conversation at the … Continued
SOM has been appointed to lead the assessment and design of the T3A West Terminal at King Abdulaziz International Airport (KAIA) in Jeddah. As the original designers of the iconic Hajj Terminal, completed in 1981, our firm returns to a landmark that has profoundly influenced global airport design. The Hajj Terminal remains one of SOM’s … Continued
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) welcomes Kashyap Bhimjiani as Design Principal and Airports Practice Leader, based in our New York studio. Kashyap brings two decades of professional experience on aviation projects of all scales around the world—from master planning to terminal design. Prior to joining SOM, he served as a Principal, Aviation Leader, and Chair … Continued
SOM was named 2025 Firm of the Year by the SoCal chapter of the National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA), honoring our steadfast commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in the industry and our longstanding partnership. Additionally, Associate Principal Kristin Akin-Zimmerman was named Member of the Year at the SoCal NOMA 2025 Chapter Awards ceremony … Continued