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Behind every great project are people who know it from the ground up. At 1'900 m in the heart of the Swiss Alps, a new double-curvature arch-gravity dam is taking shape right in front of the historic Grimsel Dam. It is designed to allow a future height increase that will enlarge Lake Grimsel. In this video, our colleague Diego Pozzorini takes us on site and shows how ARX’s geological expertise helps keep the project on solid ground. Press play and join Diego to see the Alps from a geologist’s point of view! #ARX #smartminds #joinus

A giant eye on the Universe: Engineering the future of discovery What does it take to build the world’s largest eye on the cosmos? From the heart of the Atacama Desert (Chile), the European Southern Observatory’s Extremely Large Telescope is redefining what’s possible. Not just in astronomy, but in engineering itself. In this video, our colleague Gianluca Iannelli Albera shares insights into this extraordinary project. Let’s enjoy it! #ARX #smartminds #joinus

KHR Architecture has appointed Mads Bjarrum as Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 April 2026, as the company looks to expand its Nordic design legacy across international markets. Bjarrum joins from BIG – Bjarke Ingels Group, where he served as Group COO, bringing extensive international leadership experience and a strong operational track record. During his eight years at BIG, he oversaw operations across Copenhagen, London and New York. A graduate of Copenhagen Business School, he is well placed to lead KHR into its next phase. “KHR has a strong architectural identity and an exceptional legacy,” said Andrea Galli, CEO of ARX Group and principal shareholder in KHR Architecture. “We are delighted to welcome Mads as CEO. His experience in leading operations within a top-tier international practice, combined with his understanding of design culture, makes him the right person to guide KHR into its next chapter and bring its architecture into new contexts and markets.” Bjarrum succeeds Lars Kragh, who has led KHR Architecture for the past 12 years and played an important role in the company’s development, including its expansion into Norway, Greenland and Germany. Over the past year, Lars also helped shape this transition by initiating the search for the right profile to support KHR’s next phase of development. “We thank Lars for his leadership, commitment and lasting contribution to KHR over many years,” Galli added. “He has been instrumental in shaping KHR’s development and in guiding the firm through its acquisition by ARX while strengthening its creative identity.” The appointment marks the next step in KHR Architecture’s development under ARX ownership and reflects the company’s ambition to build on its 80-year Nordic design legacy and extend its reach across international markets. Since joining ARX Group 18 months ago, KHR has broadened its international presence, with recent projects in the Middle East, Italy, Germany and the United States. Lars Kragh will continue to support KHR to ensure a smooth leadership transition. #ARX #KHR #smartminds #joinus

What does it mean to design for people? In this new interview, Janina Zerbe, Creative Director at KHR Architecture, shares her human‑centered approach shaped by Nordic light, landscape, and resilience. From Greenland’s first swimming pool to a school in Nuuk serving 1,200 children designed for community and culture. #arx #khr #smartminds #joinus

ARX is the subject of a new CBS News’ Economy 4.0 documentary – showing how engineering and design can transform lives and shape the future of our societies. Watch the trailer now and see the full feature on October 9 on CBS News. Directed by, Eva Kandri, produced by Ana Zavadil & William Partridge and written by, Katy Allan - Acumen #ARX #smartminds #joinus

At ARX, we encourage young engineers to look beyond their daily work and explore new horizons. Through the Marco Polo program, some of our colleagues, like Ivan Susa, have the opportunity to spend time working in one of our international offices, discovering new cultures and professional challenges... even all the way Down Under. In this video, Ivan shares his experience in Australia and reflects on how stepping outside your comfort zone can shape both your career and your perspective. #ARX #smartminds #joinus