Summary
Joseph Solway is a Principal at Arup with a 26-year career spanning London, Hong Kong and New York, specializing in acoustics and the built environment. He combines deep technical expertise—grounded in an MSc in Sound and Vibration Studies and a BSc in Physics—with strategic leadership as Arup’s Americas East Business Leader for Arts, Culture, Entertainment, Sports & Leisure. Joe has progressed from hands-on acoustician work to shaping multidisciplinary projects and client strategy, bridging technical rigour and creative placemaking. Based in New York, he is known for translating complex acoustic challenges into deliverable design solutions for cultural and entertainment venues. Colleagues value his rare mix of long-term institutional knowledge and adaptability across international contexts. Underpinning his leadership is a scientist’s curiosity that keeps him engaged in both detailed measurement work and high-level program direction.
11 years of coding experience
MSc, Sound and Vibration Studies, MSc, Sound and Vibration Studies at University of Southampton
BSc, Physics, BSc, Physics at University of Birmingham