Richard Olcott on DESIGN:ED

Ennead Design Principal Richard Olcott joined host Aaron Prinz on Architectural Record’s podcast, DESIGN:ED, to discuss how Ennead balances our design ethos with the practical realities of client needs at every scale, from a single research building to citywide development. The episode explores the firm’s approach to urban development in New York City, e-Lab, and […]
Ennead Projects Recognized in Grands Prix du Design

The Delacorte Theater, ByteDance Houhai Center, and The Rose Center for Earth and Space have been recognized by Grands Prix du Design with Gold Certificates. The Grands Prix du Design Awards is an international competition that celebrates the excellence and talent of creative professionals and firms. All three projects are also eligible for the Grands Prix du Design People’s […]
MAS NYC To Recognize Richard Olcott with Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Medal

Ennead is excited to share that this September The Municipal Art Society of New York will recognize Richard Olcott, along with Betsy Smith, and Rick Cotton, during the 2026 Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Medal Celebration. The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Medal is awarded annually to individuals who, through vision, leadership, and philanthropy, have made an extraordinary contribution to New […]
A Hub for What’s Next: Princeton University Environmental Studies and School of Engineering and Applied Science complex

The most recent issue of Princeton Alumni Weekly features their new Environmental Studies and School of Engineering and Applied Science complex (ES and SEAS). Designed by Ennead Architects, is the largest construction project in Princeton’s history at 666,000 square feet. The article explores Briger Hall, the Commons, and Sarofim Pavillion in depth. “When faculty and administrators talk about […]
Ennead Projects Are Architizer A+ Finalists!

Ennead is excited to share that The Delacorte Theater and ByteDance Houhai Center have been selected as finalists in the Architizer A+ Awards! Help us win by voting here. The Delacorte Theater in Central Park is home to The Public Theater’s iconic “Shakespeare in the Park.” After 62 years of bringing Shakespeare to New York City, Ennead’s design to revitalize the […]
Ennead and CannonDesign in the News

Following the announcement that Ennead is joining CannonDesign, the news has been widely covered across the industry. Our firms coming together reflects a shared commitment to expand the possibilities of design and its impact on society, as well as a mutual belief in design as a catalyst for positive change for people, institutions, and communities. We look forward […]
Architectural Record Features ByteDance Houhai Center

Architectural Record has featured the recently completed ByteDance Houhai Center in its 2026 Tall Buildings Issue. The article covers the design in detail, which centers on visual and programmatic connections. Peter Schubert, Ennead’s design partner for the project, says the client particularly appreciated the scheme’s approach to outdoor access without relying on an elevator to exit the building. This allows staff […]
TIME Names Ennead One of the 10 Most Influential Design and Build Companies of 2026

Ennead is proud to be included in TIME’s 10 Most Influential Design and Build Companies of 2026! TIME has recognized Ennead for our work with The Public to make the iconic Delacorte Theater accessible for artists and audience members alike. As the venue for The Public Theater’s Free Shakespeare in the Park, which presents A-list actors in the theater […]
Ennead Architects joining CannonDesign to deepen design’s impact on society

We are proud to announce that Ennead Architects is joining CannonDesign, one of the most forward-thinking design firms in the world. Our firms are uniting to advance our shared commitment to bold design vision and to expand the possibilities and impact of design. Together, Ennead and CannonDesign are building a practice with the ambition to approach design solutions differently — shaping […]
Ennead Projects Recognized by Architecture Masterprize

We are excited to share that two Ennead projects have been recognized by The Architecture Masterprize. The Architecture MasterPrize™ (AMP) honors designs in the disciplines of architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture with the goal of advancing the appreciation of architecture worldwide. Edelman Fossil Park & Museum received a “Best of Best” in the Green Architecture Category. […]