MAD Architects is a global architecture firm founded in 2004 by Ma Yansong, with offices in Beijing, Los Angeles, and Rome. Renowned for its futuristic and organic design language, MAD blends contemporary architecture with Eastern philosophies and nature-centric aesthetics. Their work envisions a harmonious future where cities and the natural world coexist. Rooted in the principle of “Shan Shui City” — a vision of urbanism inspired by traditional Chinese landscape painting — MAD creates bold, sculptural buildings that prioritize emotion, imagination, and human experience. Landmark projects include the Absolute Towers in Canada, Harbin Opera House in China, and the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles.
