Principal, SOM
Lucas Tryggestad is the Technical Director in the Chicago office of SOM, where he aligns project design concepts with technical solutions that are integral to the design process. With a portfolio that includes projects in the Chicago area and around the world, Lucas specializes in designing and realizing technically complex building systems.
Interested in the craft of architecture, digital design, and quality project delivery, Lucas is involved in projects from conceptual development to execution. His hands-on, synergistic team approach leads to innovative projects that elevate design and technology standards and demonstrates his strong commitment to SOM’s integrated approach to planning, architecture, and engineering. Lucas served as a lead technical designer on 401 North Wabash Avenue in Chicago, the city’s second tallest building; OKO Tower in Moscow; The Broadgate Tower and 201 Bishopsgate in London; and the Bank of China Headquarters in Ningbo, among other projects.
