Innovators from the beginning

Over the years, our entrepreneurial spirit has shaped a reputation for pushing the limits of what is possible. We’ve come a long way since our early roots as HOK Sport Venue Event and LOBB Partnership in the 1980’s, becoming Populous in 2009. The result is a history full of firsts and award-winning work, including more than 250 global design awards for our work in 34 countries.

34
American Institute of Architects awards
15
International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities awards

1
Royal Institute of British Architects Building of the Year award
1
Royal Australian Institute of Architects International Building of the Year award

Notable Project Awards

ICC Sydney: Best Public Building and Best Tourism & Leisure Development, Property Council of Australia
Forsyth Barr Stadium: Public Architecture, New Zealand Institute of Architects Southern Region
London Olympic Stadium: National RIBA Award
Nanjing Sports Park: IOC/IAKs Award, Gold Medal
Target Field: Facility of the Year, SportsBusiness Journal
Wembley Stadium: Winner - Supreme Award, LABC National Built in Quality Awards
Hong Kong Stadium: IOC/IAKs Award, Gold Medal
Oriole Park at Camden Yards: Urban Design Award, American Institute of Architects
Soccer City: ‘World’s Best Sport Building’ award, WAF Awards
Wimbledon Centre Court: Stadium Business Awards, Innovation of the Year

Our People

More than 500 of us, spanning continents and cultures, pour our talents into our work every day.

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Our Expertise

You don’t create unforgettable spaces all over the world with a single design tool.

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