Creating patterns for cohesive expressions that are authentic to their context while setting the stage for greater things to happen over time.
Drawing together the many strands of placemaking, environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic viability, our world-class studios create places with distinct beauty and identity. Our design philosophy is imagined in three dimensions, so the result is readily apparent. In part, each project is an artistic endeavor capturing the poetic essence of each place, as well as a scientific process of organization in both plan and metrics to achieve significant outcomes.
Thought Leaders
We get to know them, know their culture, know what is important to them,” he said. “We are trying to be very sensitive and sympathetic in our approach which is an outgrowth of our process, which is based upon an inspired inquiry to listen and work together in a collaborative environment and then to do a project that has the power to be transformational.
Timothy B. Blonkvist, San Antonio Report
Takeshi Kamiya’s work as the Global Director of Urban Design & Planning at Overland Partners reflects his commitment to producing inspiring and impactful work that prioritizes environmental sustainability, fosters well-being, and leads to measurable human transformation. With a focus on collaboration, innovation, and creativity, Kamiya advocates for sustainable and equitable practices through urban design, master planning, and architecture. His portfolio includes projects at some of the country’s top-ranked private and public universities, including Caltech, Georgetown, and the University of Miami, as well as the Hudson Yards Master Plan, one of the most impactful urban master plan projects in the U.S. Kamiya has also worked on projects in his home country of Japan, including the Hokkaido Ballpark, designed for the Hokkaido Nippon-Ham Fighters baseball team, during his time at architecture firm HKS, Inc. The first of its kind in Japan, Kamiya believes it will transform sports and entertainment projects around the world.
Kamiya’s passion for exploring how architecture shapes a city’s identity began while studying as an undergraduate in his home country of Japan. He furthered his understanding of urban design by completing the graduate program in architecture at Pratt Institute in New York City, a college known for its commitment to craft, sustainability, and social responsibility in design. With a deep appreciation for the importance and interplay of science and art, Takeshi creates designs that are not only buildable but also undeniably beautiful, resulting in memorable places that are responsible, viable, and loved by people.
Featured Projects
We’re deeply inspired by the idea that this is a place we come to, that in a way recalibrates and reorients us and our relationship to ourselves, to one another, but also to the natural environment.
Stephen Purcell, Executive Director, Laity Lodge
Learner / Achiever / Responsibility / Connectedness / Strategic
Rick Archer, FAIA, is a founding partner at Overland Partners Architecture + Urban Design and served as Overland’s CEO from 2016 to 2023. Rick plays an active role as Design Principal with a focus on projects in the areas of education, healthcare, non-profit and urban design. Serving as a mentor, teacher and collaborative partner, Rick is known for drawing out the best from his teams and clients. He is an active leader in community initiatives around the globe, with a focus on education, sustainability, social equity and design that inspires human flourishing.
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