International architecture firm Callison and Beijing’s HAYA Architects have entered into a joint venture to form Callison (China). “Callison is a global firm bringing international experience and perspective to our work in China, and we also value the insight and unique expertise of domestic companies like HAYA,” says Bill Karst, Callison (China) chairman. “Our focus is in line with the rapid urbanization of the country and will help to create intelligent growth. We feel it is critical to offer our clients the value of both companies’ capabilities as we navigate this dynamic China market.”
Founded in 1999, HAYA Architects has grown to a staff of more than 200. Callison’s established office in Shanghai includes 80 designers who have been based in China since 2004. The nearly 300 staff of Callison (China) will be supported by lead designers in the U.S.-based headquarters of Callison, who work exclusively on China projects.
