As a global practice of over 300 architects at the heart of Arup, we harness imagination, technical rigour, and deep experience to create innovative and remarkable outcomes for our clients.
“Architecture is about creating the world we want to live in. We draw on diverse voices, applying an integrated approach to help our clients with their greatest challenges ”
Nille Juul-Sørensen Global Architecture Leader
Great architecture always starts with people. It’s something that’s guided us for more than 50 years, based on our ethos of ‘Total Architecture’ to shape a better world through buildings, places and spaces that enhance the human experience.
We believe in embracing development that’s regenerative, on projects that leave the world a better, more resilient place. Our approach prioritises design that is purposeful, simple, efficient and beautiful. These four priorities help us to shape all kinds of buildings, from stadiums to bridges to metro stations or work places. Whatever the project, our design is fundamentally informed by a commitment to the experience of people, community needs and sustainable development principles.
Our areas of architecture expertise
From lead design to technical specialist architecture, we have expertise in a wide range of sectors and design across all scales and types. Our teams help clients create exhilarating sporting venues, bring greener futures to commercial developments, connect communities through more intuitive and efficient transport systems, and deliver cutting edge scientific and industrial facilities.
Our work
We help our clients realise their ambitions through architecture that starts with people, their experiences and their environments, applying our integrated expertise and the most advanced digital tools to unlock the potential in every project. Together with our urban designers and landscape experts, we work on every kind of project, from designing new public realms to bold urban greening schemes, from commercial buildings to much-loved cultural facilities.
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Designing cities for women
Our new report 'Cities Alive: Designing cities that work for women' explores how we can create more equitable spaces.
Our new report 'Cities Alive: Designing cities that work for women' explores how we can create more equitable spaces.