Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture

Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture (AS+GG) designs high-performance, energy-efficient, and sustainable architecture on an international scale, applying their approach to everything from low to mid-rise residential buildings, mixed-use supertall towers, and cultural centers. Their studio is designed to foster creativity and interdisciplinary teamwork, aligning with their focus on high-performance, energy-efficient architecture. AS+GG’s Chicago studio stretches across the entire 4th floor of the historic glass and stainless-steel Inland Steel Building, which was the first tall building to be completed in the Loop after the Great Depression. AS+GG’s office maintains the innovative column-free floor layout that makes the iconic building a Modernist landmark. Natural light is maximized through large windows, and the space is organized into zones for focused work, collaborative meetings, and informal gatherings. The design incorporates sustainable materials and energy-efficient lighting mirroring the firm’s ethos of environmental responsibility.