Celebrating Institutional Excellence
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Xiyao Wang
United States of America (US)
Xiyao Wang, a licensed architect and member of the AIA, is a distinguished professional known for his innovative and transformative contributions to the field of architecture. With a rich professional background spanning over eight years, Xiyao has honed his skills in some of the world's most prestigious architectural firms and institutions, like KPF, HOK & Nikken Sekkei. Currently serving as an Associate Principal at Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates in New York, Xiyao leads the design, detailing, and documentation of cutting-edge façade designs for high-rise buildings. His expertise in parametric design tools and advanced 3D modeling techniques has been pivotal in conceptualizing and developing architectural strategies for both domestic and international projects. Xiyao's work is characterized by a deep understanding of environmental regulations, urban constraints, and client needs, which he seamlessly integrates into his design process. Xiyao's career is marked by significant achievements and diverse experiences. At the Architectural Design & Research Institute of Tsinghua University in Beijing, he played a crucial role in the urban design of Zhengzhou New District and independently designed the public interior of The First Historical Archive of China. His tenure at Maryann Thompson Architects and Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum furthis expanded his design repertoire, including impactful contributions to the Lincoln Community Center and the 4th & Harrison office complex. His academic credentials are equally impressive, with a Master of Architecture in Urban Design from Harvard University and a Master and Bachelor of Architecture from Tsinghua University. Xiyao's dedication to the field is evidenced by his numerous awards, including honors from the ULI Hines Student Competition and the Hybrid Futures competition, as well as his recognition in prestigious platforms like the Architizer A+ Awards. Xiyao Wang's portfolio is a testament to his exceptional design capabilities, technical prowess, and unwavering commitment to advancing the architectural profession. His contributions continue to inspire and set new benchmarks in the industry, making his an invaluable asset to any architectural jury.
View ProfileDESIGN STUDIO CROW CO., LTD
Japan (JP)
Taiji Fujimoto. Representative of DESIGN STUDIO CROW. Interior Designer. In his youth, he gained various experiences as an on-site contractor. After, he started working for Super Potato in 2005 where he was in charge of inbout and outbound Hyatt hotels and Muji retail stores. In 2009, he then worked for Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) Tokyo office where he was involved with Lotte Hotels and residential projects. In 2013, established DESIGN STUDIO CROW. The company offers design services for various commercial spaces, mainly accommodation facilities and restaurants, both in Japan and abroad.
View ProfileSenem Cennetoglu
China (CN)
Prior to moving to Shanghai, Senem worked for Jon A. Jerde in Los Angeles and since 2012 she’s been collaborating with award-winning US architecture design firms in China. With more than 15 years of architectural experience, she is currently consulting multiple industrial tourism complex and select interior design projects as director. Her latest project Shazhou Youhuang Cultural Park in Zhangjiagang received multiple architectural design awards and gained global recognition.
View ProfileInnovation Design Studio
Egypt (EG)
An award-winning design firm specializing in architecture, master planning & interior design. Operating in Egypt, Oman, and Saudi Arabia, INNOVATION Studio led recognized multi-cultural designs for diverse buildings and destinations. We aim to create value throughout our operational and business chain and provide integrated services varying from concept designs to technical illustrations and project implementations, inclusive of all master-planning, architecture, and interior design. We design for WELLNESS! Relying on well-being architecture, inspired by the art and science of designing built environments with socially mindful arrangements to promote the harmonious balance between physical, emotional, and mental well-being while restoring the natural environment. Throughout its 10 years journey, INNOVATION Design Studio, worked with key market players and developers in Egypt and the Middle East, in designing commercial, residential and business complexes including – but not limited to – Orascom Development, SODIC, The Ark Development, and Marakez in Egypt, in addition to partnering regional iconic developers such as, Emaar KSA and Orascom Oman.
View ProfileDanne Ojeda
Singapore (SG)
D-Sign-Lab of Danné Ojeda / Interview by Lyudmila Favardin http://www.editionlidu.com/D-Sign-Lab-of-Danne-Ojeda-Interview.html Danné Ojeda / Short Biography Danné Ojeda is an Associate Professor in the School of Art, Design, and Media, at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. Danné's work engages contemporary communication design, art practice, and theory. She has worked as a Professor of Art History at the Higher Institute for the Arts in Havana (1996–2000) and as a guest lecturer at the Faculty of Arts and Letters, University of Havana. She was a UNESCO research fellow at the Jan van Eyck Academy, Post-Academic Institute for Research and Production in Fine Art, Design and Theory, Maastricht, The Netherlands (2001–2003). She taught graphic design at the Modern International Art and Design Academy, Chongqing Technology and Business University, China (2006–2008). Furthermore, Danné has actively published, lectured on, and curated exhibitions related to contemporary art and design since 1995. In 2003, she founded d-file studio in Amsterdam, —a platform for concept and project development in the areas of visual art, design, and theory—, from which she has mainly worked for and collaborated with cultural institutions that include the Singapore Art Museum (SAM), the Centre for Contemporary Art Singapore, the National Institute of Fine Arts, Mexico, among others. Her design works have been amply recognised with the Chicago Athenaeum—Good Design Awards (US), the German Design Award, German Design Council (DE), Red Dot Design Award: Communication Design (DE), iF International Forum Design Award (DE), the ‘Lorenzo Il Magnifico’ International Award— Florence Art/Design Biennale (IT), A’ (A-PRIME) Design Award (IT), the International Design Award, IDA (US), among others. Her complete publication and exhibition design oeuvre commissioned by the Singapore Art Museum (SAM) was awarded Asia’s Top Designers Award, Singapore Design Award 2014. Thus, her works can be found in some of the most well-known museum collections worldwide.
View ProfileShigetaka Mohizuki
Japan (JP)
In Japan, traditional techniques that have been passed down from generation to generation are on the decline, and it is becoming increasingly difficult to maintain the skills of traditional craftsmen. As a temple carpenter and designer, he has participated in numerous architectural awards to convey the new possibilities of traditional techniques to young designers and builders by creating "attractive structural beauty" and "beauty of use" architecture based on the evolution of traditional techniques from the inheritance of traditional techniques.
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