ABOUT THE ARCHITECT
Founded by Chinese architect Ma Yansong in 2004, MAD Architects is a global architecture firm committed
to developing futuristic, organic, technologically advanced designs that embody a contemporary interpreta-
tion of the Eastern affinity for nature. With its core design philosophy of Shanshui City–a vision for the city
of the future based on the spiritual and emotional needs of residents–MAD endeavors to create a balance
between humanity, the city, and the environment.
Globally recognized as a creative pioneer, founding principal Ma Yansong is a central figure in the worldwide
dialogue on the future of architecture. Ma was named one of the "10 Most Creative People in Architecture"
by Fast Company in 2009. He received the prestigious "International Fellowship" from Royal Institute of
British Architects (RIBA) in 2011, and was selected as a "Young Global Leader (YGL)" by the World Economic
Forum (Davos Forum) in 2014.
In 2014, MAD was selected as principal designer for the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Chicago, USA,
becoming the first China-based architecture firm to design an overseas cultural landmark. In 2006, MAD
won the design competition for the Absolute Towers in Mississauga, Canada. MAD Architects is led by Ma
Yansong, Dang Qun and Yosuke Hayano. MAD has offices in Beijing, Los Angeles and New York.
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