UNStudio

UNStudio, founded in Amsterdam in 1988 by Ben van Berkel, has established itself as a pioneer in international architecture and design consultancy. Over 35 years of practice, this Amsterdam-based firm has evolved from a singular vision into a global network of over 400 professionals across seven offices in Amsterdam, Austin, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Melbourne, and Shanghai.

Under the creative direction of founder and principal architect Ben van Berkel, UNStudio operates as a multidisciplinary practice integrating architecture, urban planning, interior design, and product development. The firm's methodology transcends traditional architectural boundaries, employing behavioral research and technological innovation to uncover latent opportunities within each project brief. This approach positions UNStudio as masters of the unseen, delivering design solutions that address social, psychological, and environmental needs simultaneously.

The firm's design philosophy centers on creating socially, sustainably, and ethically responsible environments while maintaining acute awareness of economic constraints and commercial viability. Their design methodology emphasizes cultivating "creative friction," a collaborative approach where diverse expertise converges to generate innovative solutions for contemporary societal challenges. The studio's commitment to integrating technology with human creativity, along with deep research that transcends cosmetic innovation, manifests in every design concept.

Notable achievements include landmark projects honored with the German Design Award 2025 for Excellent Architecture Conceptual Architecture (Hiwell Amber Centre), Dezeen Awards China 2024 for Retail Interior of the Year Award (Huawei TKL Flagship Store), CTBUH Innovation Award of Excellence (Hanwha Facade Remodelling), DGNB German Sustainable Building Council Diamond Award (Eclipse Dusseldorf), Prêmio Master Imobiliário 2024 Residential Development category (EZ Parque da Cidade), International Architecture Awards 2024 The Chicago Athenaeum Bridges and Infrastructure (Chamartin Station), Fast Company Innovation Design Awards Honorable Mention (Booking.com City Campus), and Designverse Awards Jury Grand Prize (FlySolo Rehabilitation Medical Centre).

UNStudio has established new paradigms in global architectural design through a diverse portfolio spanning urban infrastructure, transportation hubs, commercial complexes, residential developments, and mixed-use projects, demonstrating consistent commitment to innovation, sustainability, human-centered design, and technological integration. The studio's experienced architect teams and project management teams dedicate themselves to providing complete and excellent service throughout the entire project process, with each project supervised and managed by founder and principal architect Ben van Berkel, aiming not only to meet client needs but to exceed expectations, contributing to a greener, healthier, and smarter built environment.