Ma Yansong | |
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Born | 1975 Beijing |
Nationality | Chinese |
Alma mater | Yale University, Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture, |
Occupation | Architect |
Awards | The World’s Most Innovative People Awards, 2016 World Summit on Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) International Fellowship, Fast Company’s 2023 Most Innovative Companies. |
Practice | MAD architects |
Buildings | Harbin Opera House, Yue Cheng Kindergarten Courtyard, Jiaxing Train Station, Quzhou Sports Park, FENIX Museum, Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, Tunnel of Light, Shenzhen Bay Culture Park |
Projects | Harbin Opera House, Yue Cheng Kindergarten Courtyard, |
Ma Yansong (Chinese: 马岩松; pinyin: Mǎ Yánsōng); is the principal architect and founder of MAD Architects, a global design practice with offices located in Los Angeles, Rome, and Beijing. Renowned for his bold designs, Ma has led MAD in the creation many significant structures around the world, including the Lucas Museum of Narrative Arts, Harbin Opera House, Quzhou Stadium, FENIX Museum, The Yue Cheng Courtyard Kindergarten, Jiaxing Train Station, Shenzhen Bay Culture Park and the Tunnel of Light. His design approach emphasizes a harmonious integration of urban landscapes, natural elements, and human experiences.
He shares his knowledge as an adjunct professor and visiting professor at University of Southern California, Beijing University of Civil Engineering and Architecture and , Tsinghua University.