Cuningham is an integrated design firm that addresses society’s most pressing challenges through their work, emphasizing ecological and social well-being in everything they do. With a focus on healthcare, education, residential, workplace, hospitality, retail, and entertainment markets, Cuningham operates under a highly collaborative studio structure across the U.S. Their purpose of creating a more resilient future guides their practice at every level, resulting in a unified approach and vision.
Founded by John Cuningham in 1968, the firm has grown from a small practice into a national firm with a global presence by pioneering an inclusive and collaborative model of architecture. Throughout their 50+ years of growth, Cuningham has remained steadfast in their mission to create enduring experiences for a healthy world. They are committed to being stewards of nature-positive design, leaving communities healthier and more resilient through their involvement.
As a signatory of the , Cuningham is dedicated to regenerating natural ecosystems by modeling, measuring, and reporting reductions in energy use, water use, and carbon emissions in both their projects and internal operations. They strive to reflect the diversity of the communities they serve by committing to being a leader in creating an equitable, inclusive, and just firm. Cuningham’s philosophy of designing for ecological and social well-being sets them apart as a forward-thinking and impactful design firm.