At SOM, we design more than just buildings. Our recent industrial design project—a retreat for pups—was just shortlisted for the annual UK Barkitecture competition at Goodwoof. Our Hover design caters to the various ways dogs sit, sleep, and lounge, inspired by the principles of weightlessness, flexibility, and comfort. Crafted from sustainable and recycled materials, the … Continued
The new hub for media and performance will bring together two schools in a single, state-of-the-art facility that creates an engaging gateway to campus Temple University and Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) are celebrating the groundbreaking of the Caroline Kimmel Pavilion for Arts and Communication, a state-of-the-art media hub and performance venue designed for learning, … Continued
In the summer 2025 issue of Green Building & Design magazine, Mulva Cultural Center is profiled for its civic mission, environmental performance, and role in shaping a new cultural hub in De Pere, Wisconsin. Described as “the new cultural destination of the Midwest,” the project reflects a vision for architecture that invites community, supports cultural … Continued
In the latest issue of Great Lakes by Design magazine, Design Partner Scott Duncan shares the story behind Mulva Cultural Center—a transformative new destination for arts, education, and civic life in De Pere, Wisconsin. Commissioned by local philanthropists James and Miriam Mulva, the 73,800-square-foot institution is envisioned as a lasting gift to their hometown. “It … Continued
Recently, two SOM projects in California’s Bay Area were named 2025 Honor Award finalists by the International Interior Design Association (IIDA) Northern California Chapter. Our update and refresh of Carmel Valley Manor was awarded in the Heal category while Jackson Square Workplace Renovation was awarded in the Work Medium category. The 2025 IIDA Northern California … Continued
Global design platform Archello recently profiled our full-scale transformation of Moscone Center, San Francisco’s premier convention venue, into one of the most efficient and sustainable convention centers in the United States, calling it “an efficient model for green urban hubs engaging communities.” Located in the downtown cultural district surrounding Yerba Buena Gardens and owned by … Continued
In partnership with AKDO, SOM debuted a new marble mosaic tile collection, Dyad, at this week’s HD Expo + Conference. A thoughtful reinterpretation of traditional Eastern motifs, Dyad distills centuries of design heritage into clean lines and refined symmetry. Ideal for both commercial and residential interiors, it offers the flexibility to complement bold statements or … Continued
Established in 2021 amid rising anti-Asian hate crimes, SOM’s Asian Alliance provides a platform for cultural dialogue, mentorship, and professional growth. Four years later—as we honor Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month—our efforts are still critical in cultivating leadership, fostering community, and elevating the visibility of the Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific … Continued
As Earth Month comes to an end, we recognize the year-round work of our Sustainable Engineering Studio (SES) and welcome the arrival of Pournamasi Rath as Regional Sustainability Lead in our New York studio. SES is an interdisciplinary engineering studio creating and implementing solutions for a sustainable future. Working as an agile in-house consultancy, the … Continued
Decades in the making, Manhattan West is one of the largest and most complex developments in recent history in New York City—a feat that has earned it the Excellence in Urban Open Space award from the Urban Land Institute of New York. The awards program recognizes outstanding development projects across New York State that best … Continued