Helsinki-based PES-Architects is one of the leading and most international architecture and design firms in Finland. Founded in 1968, the office now has a multinational staff of over 70 and a Shanghai studio opened in 2010. PES-Architects is known for its complex and wide-ranging building types, including airports and transport terminals, performance venues, sports facilities, arenas and mixed-used developments, as well as demanding refurbishment projects. The practice’s cross-disciplinary approach is rooted in a deep understanding of the user experience.