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.

Warren Techentin Architecture stands as a distinguished representative of contemporary California architectural practice, founded by Warren Techentin, FAIA. Under the leadership of principal architect Warren Techentin and core team members Dana Lydon, Michaela Cho, Dylan Perkinson, Bryan Chen, and Can Derman, it has established a pioneering reputation in contemporary residential design, multi-family housing, and interdisciplinary design approach innovation. This Los Angeles-based practice redefines contemporary California architects' role in international design discourse through coordinated integration of design and technical precision.

TETRO Arquitetura, founded in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, operates as a globally engaged architectural practice led by principals Carlos Maia, Débora Mendes, and Igor Macedo. The firm's methodology centers on rigorous site analysis and client-specific programming, producing singular architectural responses that resist replication. This approach has earned the studio significant international recognition, including third place in Architizer's "30 Best Architecture Firms in Brazil" and inclusion in Architectural Digest's prestigious AD100 2023 list.

MRDK, founded in 2013, operates as a nominal partnership integrating two independent Montreal practices under one collaborative space, Guillaume Ménard Design and David Dworkind Architect, having established a pioneering reputation in commercial interior design, residential architecture, and detail-oriented architectural language innovation since its founding. This practice with offices in Montreal, Canada redefines contemporary architects' role in North American design discourse through coordinated integration of design respect for site, client, craftsmen, and materiality.

Founded in 2016 and based in Midland, Ontario, Daymark Design Incorporated has established itself as a distinguished residential architecture practice specializing in contemporary design that harmonizes with the Canadian landscape. Under the leadership of Founding Principal Adrian Worton, an architect with 20 years of experience, the firm has cultivated a reputation for creating minimal yet sophisticated spaces that respond sensitively to their natural contexts. Daymark's design philosophy centers on site-specific solutions that merge modern forms with traditional building techniques, utilizing natural materials to create residences that embody a profound sense of place. The practice draws inspiration from diverse Canadian landscapes, from the rustic terrain of Northern Ontario to the windswept Atlantic coastline, translating regional character into refined architectural expressions.

RooMoo Design Studio, founded in Shanghai in 2017 by Tao Zhang, Ray Zhang, and Marine Bois, has established itself as a benchmark in international interior design. Today, the three founding creative directors lead a dynamic multicultural team, operating from studios in Shanghai and near Montpellier, France. The firm's design philosophy centers on combining industrialization with craftsmanship, transcending conventional dining space limitations to pursue the creation of spaces with emotional resonance and unique experiences. Their design methodology emphasizes treating each project as a fresh exploration, thoughtfully redefining materials, creating custom-designed furniture and lighting for projects, establishing balance between functionality and aesthetics through design ingenuity to achieve sustainability and visual excellence. The studio's commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship, along with deep respect for local craftsmanship, manifests in every design concept.

Sommet, established and led by Sebastián Fernández de Córdova, Erika Peinado Vaca Diez, and Mariano Donoso Rea in 2008, has distinguished itself as a leading architectural practice renowned for simplicity, sobriety, and architectural honesty. Based in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, the firm has evolved into a comprehensive design firm with a team of 20 dedicated professionals, successfully delivering over 60 projects spanning residential to institutional typologies.

Peter Braithwaite Studio, founded in 2014, has established itself as a distinguished architecture and construction firm committed to design excellence and exceptional craftsmanship. Led by principal architect Peter Braithwaite, the interdisciplinary team includes associate Lucien Landry, project manager Abby Lawson, designer Jam Basilio, and student intern Keegan Gray, collectively bringing decades of expertise in both architectural design and construction execution. Based in Nova Scotia, Canada, the studio specializes in thoughtful, context-driven residential work, delivering comprehensive services from conceptual design through construction completion.

Established in 1983 by founder Len Hayball, Hayball has emerged as a leading national architectural practice in Australia, building a distinguished reputation over more than 40 years with a strong focus on culture, community, and learning. Operating from studios in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, and Canberra, the firm has evolved into an architectural force with distinctive insights into social value, environmental sustainability, and community wellbeing.

AtelierM, established in 2020 by Matias Mosquera in Buenos Aires, Argentina, has distinguished itself as a leading architectural practice committed to circular economy principles and sustainable design innovation. The studio operates as a collaborative creative workshop, engaging in constant experimentation across diverse scales and typologies while maintaining rigorous attention to environmental responsibility and material durability.

Design Associates Nakamura (DAN) represents a unique intergenerational architectural practice that bridges traditional Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary design thinking across its Nagasaki and Tokyo offices. Founded in March 1981 by Hiromi Nakamura in Nagasaki, the firm established its foundation in timber-centric architecture deeply responsive to natural contexts. This four-decade legacy expanded significantly in October 2020 when So Nakamura, who was born in Isahaya, Nagasaki in 1986, established the Tokyo office after serving as senior architect at Kengo Kuma and Associates from 2013 to 2020.

Founded by partners Aleris Rodgers and Francesco Valente-Gorjup, Studio VAARO is a Toronto-based architectural practice that synthesizes formalist rigor with experimental, research-driven methodologies. Both principals bring over a decade of international experience from acclaimed firms including Herzog & de Meuron, Johnston Marklee, and Renzo Piano Building Workshop, having contributed to large-scale cultural institutions, museums, and residential towers across Los Angeles, Switzerland, and Hong Kong before establishing their practice in Canada.

ARKITITO Arquitetura stands as a distinguished representative of contemporary Brazilian architectural practice, founded in São Paulo in 2009 by siblings and architects Chantal and Tito Ficarelli, having established a pioneering reputation in contemporary residential, commercial and corporate design, and contextually sensitive architectural language innovation since its founding. This São Paulo-based practice redefines contemporary Brazilian architects' role in international design discourse through coordinated integration of design and urban demands.

Wittman Estes stands as a distinguished representative of contemporary American architectural practice, founded in West Seattle in 2012 by architect Matt Wittman, AIA, LEED AP, and architect Jody Estes, having established a pioneering reputation in contemporary residential, multifamily, and institutional design, and landscape architectural language innovation since its founding. This Seattle-based practice operating from its studio in the historic Georgetown neighborhood redefines contemporary American architects' role in international design discourse through coordinated integration of design and natural landscapes.

Bull O'Sullivan Architecture stands as one of New Zealand's most distinguished design practices, led by founding partners Andrew Bull and Michael O'Sullivan. The firm operates from dual offices in Auckland and Lyttelton, maintaining an unwavering commitment to quality that extends across residential, educational, public, and commercial projects regardless of scale.

Akb Architects was founded in 2004 by Robert Kastelic and Kelly Buffey, is a Toronto-based residential architecture studio distinguished by its rigorous commitment to conceptual clarity and material refinement. The practice has established itself as a leading voice in contemporary Canadian residential design through a holistic methodology that seamlessly integrates architecture, interior design, and landscape into unified spatial experiences.

BENT Architecture was founded in 2003 by Paul and Merran Porjazoski in Brunswick, Melbourne. Over two decades, the practice has built a solid reputation in residential design, sustainable architecture, and landscape integration. BENT Architecture's design philosophy rests on three pillars: people, environment, and delight. They believe architecture must first serve its users, creating healthy and comfortable living spaces; second, respect the environment using passive design principles to reduce energy consumption; and finally, good architecture should bring surprise and joy rather than being dull and boring.

Boniface Oleksiuk Politano Architects, established in 2019 and led by principals Alan Boniface, Shane Oleksiuk, and Adrian Politano, has distinguished itself as a leading Canadian practice renowned for its innovative approach to contemporary residential and mixed-use projects. Based in Vancouver, with operations extending to projects throughout North America, the firm demonstrates exceptional design excellence.