A site at the center Guoco Tower resides at the intersection of several prominent neighborhoods in Singapore. Sited amid the Central Business District, the historic Chinatown, and rapidly developing neighborhoods to the south and east, the tower marks a gateway to the waterfront city. Its design realizes the shared vision of the Singapore Urban Redevelopment … Continued
Inland Steel The Inland Steel Building is one of modern architecture’s most epochal structures. The first Chicago high-rise built after the Great Depression, Inland Steel was the paradigm for SOM’s principle that high-rise form at its best does, indeed, follow function. Inland Steel changed the way towers are constructed, and helped transform American office culture … Continued
Poly Skyline Plaza is a mixed-use complex that embraces the spirit of its place in Pazhou, an emerging commercial district in Guangzhou. At this significant site along the Pearl River, the design responds to the region’s challenging climate and to the commercial demands of its office, hotel, and residential components. Two towers are distinguished by … Continued
Evoking wonder and excitement among students, the distinctive design for the Koch Center for Science, Math and Technology grew out of Deerfield Academy’s commitment to become a leader in science and math education. The programming emerged from extensive research combined with a visionary symposium involving faculty members, architects, educators, alumni, and experts in related fields. … Continued
Creating a vibrant vertical community With expansive public spaces, offices, retail, a hotel, and luxury residences, 8 Shenton Way is poised to become one of Singapore’s most identifiable landmarks, offering a diverse mix of functions and amenities befitting a preeminent international city. It will anchor the intersection of Singapore’s Central Business District and Marina Bay, … Continued
A system for illuminating urban environments Neri has been producing lighting collections with an eye for modern design solutions and technology since 1962. The company’s products can be seen in most Italian cities and 60 countries worldwide. In 2019, SOM partnered with Neri to develop an outdoor lighting system that can be used in myriad … Continued
The creation of the Cedar Creek Waterway Master Plan for downtown Abilene, Texas, is an early step in realizing the voter-supported bond initiative to improve the area between South 11th and North 10th streets. Starting with the Abilene Downtown Central Park — which will host a variety of areas for recreation and respite — the … Continued
A workplace designed for comfort, connection, and performance Located in the Qianhai District of Shenzhen, the 30-story WeBank Headquarters is home to China’s first digital-only bank. The new building merges technology, sustainability, and wellness to support a digitally connected, collaborative workforce. Rather than build to the site’s maximum height, SOM’s competition-winning design focuses on generous, … Continued
Planning the future of the West Coast’s busiest airport More than runways and terminals, airports are vast, complex networks of transportation and logistics that support businesses and connect cities. Since 2013, SOM has worked with Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) to develop Vision and Design Guidelines for improving operational efficiency and the passenger experience at … Continued
The 32-story-tall Mashreq Bank Headquarters, with its boldly cantilevered form, will be a new landmark in the Dubai skyline. In contrast to the futuristic glass and steel towers of Dubai, this is a simple form clad in stone panels. The L-shaped typical floor plate opens to the north with its orientation allowing offices on both … Continued