In South Yarra, a vibrant inner-city suburb of Melbourne, Australia, construction is underway on the historic Jam Factory site. Located on Chapel Street, one of Melbourne’s most iconic shopping and dining precincts, the site has played a key role in the city’s industrial and cultural history for over 160 years. Originally built as a brewery … Continued
At SOM, we approach our interior work from the inside out and the outside in—creating a curated journey that’s just as memorable from the interior as it is from the exterior of a building. It’s how we design human-centric environments while continually decarbonizing across all our projects. On Friday, January 24, catch SOM Partner Julia … Continued
In the wake of Dubai’s newly unveiled Walk Master Plan, Arabian Gulf Business Insight interviewed Doug Voigt, SOM urban planning partner, to discuss the transformative impact of similar initiatives worldwide and their potential to reshape the capital city of the UAE. In the article, Voigt underscores the importance of prioritizing the quality of public spaces … Continued
March 12-13, representatives from SOM’s New York studio will participate in the New York Build 2025 Expo. Held at the Javits Center in Manhattan, the two-day event will feature panel discussions, workshops, and sessions focused on contemporary issues in the construction industry. March 12 “Designing for Sustainability, Resiliency, and Public Space Rejuvenation: The Hangzhou Wangchao … Continued
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has elevated Principal, Airports Practice Leader Derek A.R. Moore, Ph.D, FAIA, to its College of Fellows—a prestigious honor awarded to members who have made significant contributions to the profession. Early in his career at SOM, Moore pioneered a distinct role that combines design, technical, and planning to meet the … Continued
On February 20, 2025, SOM Design Partner Scott Duncan took the stage at Zak World of Façades Australia in Sydney to present “Explorations in Structural Skins and Carbon Reduction.” The event brought together industry leaders to discuss advancements in high-performance façade design, emphasizing the critical role of both operational and embodied energy in sustainable architecture. … Continued
We are pleased to share that SOM has been included yet again on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2024-2025 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), the foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring corporate policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality in the U.S. We are especially proud to have achieved a score of 100—earning the recognition … Continued
MELBOURNE, Australia—Global architecture, urban design, and engineering firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has opened a new studio in Melbourne to support its expanding portfolio of work in Australia and across the region. “This studio marks a significant milestone in our commitment to Australia, after more than 50 years of working here,” said SOM Partner … Continued
After 17 years of planning and an 18-month renovation, the SOM-designed Appleton Public Library has officially reopened, unveiling a modern, light-filled space designed for the future. The ribbon-cutting ceremony brought together local and state dignitaries, project partners, and community members to celebrate this milestone. Speakers included Library Director Colleen Rortvedt, Appleton Mayor Jake Woodford, Appleton … Continued
SOM welcomes technology strategist and designer Shane Burger as Chief Design Technology Officer (CDTO), leading the global design technology strategy and directing the workflows and softwares that empower every member of our team to bring efficiency and innovation to their design work. With expertise in BIM, design computation, digital fabrication, building performance, VR/AR, and more, … Continued