POPULOUS EXPANDS AVIATION PORTFOLIO VIA FENTRESS ARCHITECTS ACQUISITION

Bruce Miller - CEO and Chairman, Populous

KUALA LUMPUR, June 9 (Bernama) -- Populous, the world-renowned design firm, has announced the acquisition of Denver-based Fentress Architects, a global leader in iconic aviation projects and prominent public buildings, to broaden its scope and scale of services offered to global clients.

This strategic acquisition unites two of the most respected names in architecture, combining Populous’ unparalleled expertise in designing memorable experiences with Fentress’ award-winning portfolio of aviation, civic and cultural landmarks.

“We are committed to expanding the breadth of our practice. Fentress Architects has long been known for its visionary aviation and public architecture, exceptional design quality and commitment to innovation.

“Adding Fentress' expertise and client base to the Populous global aviation and transportation portfolio, as well as synergies across convention centre design, will enable us to transform the future of people-centric design and supercharge our global impact in those sectors,” said Populous Global Chair and Chief Executive Officer, Bruce Miller in a statement.

Meanwhile, Fentress Architects Founder and Principal in Charge of Design, Curt Fentress said: “Populous shares our values of design excellence and people-centric thinking. Together, we will continue to redefine great architecture and its capacity to ignite social and economic change through inspired design for people.”

Founded in 1980, Fentress Architects, which was known for creating architecture that is sustainable, has designed more than US$52 billion of architectural landmarks worldwide, including Denver International Airport, Incheon International Airport, Miami Beach Convention Center and the National Museum of the Marine Corps. (US$1=RM4.23)

Fentress Architects will rebrand as Fentress Studios, a Populous Company, with the studios continuing to be based in Denver and Washington D.C. The acquisition further propels Populous’ capabilities in aviation, transportation and public sector design.

Over the last 40-plus years, Populous has designed more than 3,500 projects with its comprehensive services, which include architecture, interior design, event planning and overlay, branded environments, and wayfinding.

-- BERNAMA