Introducing Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)

Who is Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM)?

SOM is a global practice of architects, designers, engineers, and urban planners, responsible for some of the world’s most technically and environmentally advanced buildings and significant public spaces.

From a strategic regional plan to a piece of furniture, SOM’s designs anticipate change in the way we live, work and communicate, and have brought lasting value to communities around the world.

The firm’s approach is highly collaborative, and its interdisciplinary team is engaged in a wide range of international projects, with creative studios based across the globe. SOM is a carbon neutral business.

Why do you support More Than a Building?

“At SOM, we believe that building greater equity is a collective effort. It involves colleagues across our global firm participating in both formal and informal networks, supporting and collaborating with each other, as well as with external groups and broader communities. We are thrilled to be a part of the More Than A Building network, supporting projects across the Global South by providing our interdisciplinary expertise and working with an inspiring and committed team.”

Kent Jackson, Partner, SOM.

Image credit: © Nick Guttridge.

You can find out more about SOM's work here.