James O’ and Brian Eckersley formed the structural design consultancy Eckersley O’ in 2004, a pioneering engineering practice integrating architecture and engineering. Today EOC has offices in London, New York, San Francisco, Paris, and Shanghai, and is active globally.
EOC is acknowledged as an authority on the structural use of glass and James is best known for his highly innovative glass stairs, bridges, facades and other structural elements involved in Apple’ flagship retail stores around the world. EOC has been awarded a Queens Award for Enterprise in the Innovation category, asserting its glass expertise.
Increasingly yacht owners want to create a greater connection with the outdoors through large-format glazing or striking features such as canopies, stairs or swimming pools. James’ expertise and significant experience in glass engineering is sought after by the world’ top yacht designers and makers wanting to develop more creative and intelligent glass solutions to a developing yacht design aesthetic.