Building off of the framework of the site we designed and developed for Olson Kundig in 2019, we reimagined how to bring their digital presence into a new era for the firm – with an evolved global reach, new offices in New York and Chicago, an expanded ownership/leadership group, and an intentional focus on storytelling – from the inside-out.
Our new website [is] inviting the public into our offices and our projects; it’s an intentional, authentic illustration of what it’s really like to work with us, and for us.Alan Maskin
Principal/Owner
Visitors can watch videos or listen to podcasts from the “Play” library featuring Olson Kundig team members while seamlessly browsing related case studies.
Throughout the site we created opportunities for the Olson Kundig team to tell the stories that happen behind-the-scenes, the pieces of the process, the “messy stuff.”
The timeline we designed and built lifts the curtain on the firm’s 50+ year history to highlight their many firsts and firm milestones.
The “Play” section takes cues from streaming service experiences to deliver video and audio content created by or about Olson Kundig.
The expanded biography pages allow for the creation of “microsites” that highlight talks, conference, and podcast appearances, etc., along with related case studies, and extended storytelling of philosophy and approach to design and architecture.
There are distinct parallels between designing a building and designing a website.Tom Kundig
Principal / Owner & Founder
Over the years we’ve had the opportunity to get to know the Olson Kundig team, their process, and even their clients through their events, studio and project site visits, and our research process.
Early conceptual sketching for structure and UX.
In order to maximize the cinematic storytelling opportunities throughout the site, we designed and developed a array of custom layout modules that are easy to insert into case studies and other site pages.
Information Architecture planning for enhanced storytelling and cinematic experiences.
Information Architecture planning for the homepage experience.
Olsonkundig.com was honored by the Webby Awards as a nominee for Websites and Mobiles sites – Architecture, Art & Design – 2025
Olsonkundig.com was also featured in the Webby Awards Crafted with Code web series.
Visit olsonkundig.com to learn more.
Olson Kundig
Designing with Principles
Olson Kundig is a global design practice that bridges the built and natural landscapes. In 2022, the firm underwent a period of significant growth, expanding their offices and leadership, and redefining their guiding principles. We needed to reimagine their website through the lens of these principles, and revisited everything – from the structure to the aesthetic, content to features. We collaborated closely with their team to craft a cinematic experience that mirrors the warmth, sophistication, and bold experimentation of their work and studio culture. A dynamic and personalized timeline traces key moments in the firm’s journey, offering a look back at the origins leading to its founding up thru today. A standout feature is the immersive “Play” section, where we designed a streaming-like experience for rich media. Visitors can easily browse podcasts, interviews, home tours, and the firm’s speaker series.