Matthias Olt

Matthias Olt is an architectural leader with more than 30 years of experience delivering projects across North America, Europe and Asia. He brings together design vision, technical rigor and a strong focus on human experience, helping clients create places that deliver long-term value through resilience, functionality and connection to their surroundings.

At Jacobs, Matthias leads the architectural practice across the U.S. Northwest, guiding teams to translate design intent into practical, high-performing solutions. He focuses on how design can enhance daily life through daylight, material selection, environmental performance and biophilic principles, supporting user well-being and long-term sustainability.

His portfolio includes landmark international projects such as the Commerzbank Headquarters Tower in Frankfurt, the McLaren Technology Centre in the United Kingdom and the HM Treasury renovation in London, as well as major developments across Asia. He helps clients deliver distinctive, high-quality environments that balance design excellence with performance and long-term impact.

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“My vision is to create an architecture of sculptural lightness that inspires ideas, promotes joy and elevates sustainable systems.” 
— Matthias Olt, Architectural Practice Lead, U.S. Northwest, Jacobs