With two offices in California and a third soon to follow, Arup has made its presence felt in the Golden State since 1987. But the firm's prominence rose to new heights in the past year through innovative designs, key roles on several high-profile projects and a deep commitment to a multidisciplinary approach in addressing clients' needs.
Founded in London in 1946 by Ove Arup, the firm has been held in trust since the 1970s on behalf of its employees, who, the company says, maintain its independent spirit. The California office's 2012 billings totaled $94.3, up 3% from 2011.