Toshiko Mori Architect is known for over twenty years of innovative and influential work in a diverse body of projects that have received numerous design awards. Mori’s intelligent approach to ecologically sensitive siting strategies, historical context, and innovative use of materials reflects a creative integration of design and technology. Her designs demonstrate a thoughtful sensitivity to detail and involve extensive research into the site conditions and surrounding context. The work of TMA combines a strong conceptual and theoretical approach with a thorough study of programmatic needs and practical conditions to achieve a design that is both spatially compelling and pragmatically responsive.
Toshiko Mori Architect has worked on a broad range of programs including civic, institutional, cultural, residential, museum and exhibition design. The firm’s work includes a visitor center for Frank Lloyd Wright’s Darwin D. Martin House and institutional projects for Syracuse University and Brown University. The firm was selected twice for the New York City’s Department of Design and Construction’s Design and Construction Excellence program, and won four competitions for the program’s public and urban infrastructure projects. Other work includes a park visitor center for the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, and residential projects in New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, Florida, Taiwan and Mongolia. TMA is also included on the design team for NYU’s strategic masterplan.
Toshiko Mori’s strong research-based approach to design has been commended in awards, invitations to lectures, and exhibitions around the world. Toshiko Mori Architect continues to engage in an architecture of material exploration, technological invention and theoretical provocation.
Toshiko Mori Architect is certified as a Women-Minority-Owned Business Enterprise in New York City and in the state of New York.