Shigeru Ban Architects

Shigeru Ban Architects is a renowned multidisciplinary design firm founded in 1985 with offices in Tokyo, Paris, and New York. With over 150 projects across 6 continents, the firm has established itself as a global leader in contemporary mass timber design. Notable projects include the Centre Pompidou-Metz in France and the Swatch and Omega Campus in Switzerland, one of the largest hybrid mass timber building projects globally.

Specializing in conceptual clarity and innovative use of space and materials, their design approach is underpinned by a commitment to environmental sustainability and human comfort. The firm is also involved in humanitarian efforts through the Voluntary Architects' Network (VAN), reflecting their ethos that architects can elevate the quality of life for all by assisting those in need.