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Jury Panel
2025 Jury Info
Alex Yuan (Taiwan)
Design Director, Next Design Group
Alex Yuan is the President of the Taiwan National Association of Interior Designers and the Design Director of Next Design Group. With over 15 years of professional experience across Taiwan and China, he also serves as an adjunct assistant professor at Dayeh University, contributing actively to design education. His work has received international acclaim, with honors including the iF Design Award, A’ Design Award, APIDA, German Design Award, and IDA Gold Award.
Davide di Martino (United Kingdom)
Founder, Unagru Architecture Urbanism
Davide is an architect and founder of Unagru Architecture Urbanism, a practice rooted in sustainability, ecological urbanism, and unconventional spatial design. He holds a PhD in Ecological Urban Design and a Master’s in Design Within Historical Contexts from the University Federico II in Naples, building on architectural studies in Venice, Barcelona, and Naples. Prior to establishing Unagru in 2018, Davide worked with prominent firms in Italy, Spain, and the UK, including Ian Ritchie Architects in London. Passionate about natural light and environmental design, he also contributes to academia as a Unit Leader for the MA AD programme at Cardiff University.
Dr Kody Kato (USA)
Founder, Office for Design Evolution (ODE)
The Office for Design Evolution (ODE) was founded by Dr. Kody Kato. The company embodies a philosophy of sustainable architecture through a design approach called Creative Engineering©️. This design approach integrates material science, biology, and engineering and explores alternative materials to shape how we live, work, and experience space.
Gregers Reimann (Denmark)
Managing Director, IEN Consultants
Gregers Reimann is the Managing Director of IEN Consultants, a pioneering green building consultancy in Malaysia known for integrating biophilic design, energy efficiency, and human wellness. A leading voice in sustainable architecture, Gregers has shaped award-winning projects such as the iconic Paramit “Factory in the Forest,” the zero-energy GreenTech Malaysia building, and the ASEAN Energy Award-winning ST Diamond Building. He serves as Chairman of the “Green Buildings and Sustainable Communities” committee under EUMCCI and is a frequent lecturer, writer, and sustainability advocate. Bridging architecture and engineering, Gregers is deeply committed to green innovation—and even cycles to work to live his values.
Huat Lim (Malaysia)
Managing Director, ZLG Sdn. Bhd
Huat Lim began his career with leading firms such as Foster + Partners, Zaha Hadid Architects, and Ron Herron of Archigram. A graduate of the AA in London and registered UK architect since 1987, his portfolio includes Stansted Airport, King’s Cross Masterplan, and HSBC at Canary Wharf. In Asia, he contributed to GDP’s Asia Broadcast Centre and NTV7. As co-founder of ZLG Design, Huat combines global experience with a passion for education and architectural discourse in Malaysia.
Johnny Chiang (Taiwan)
Design Director, DAJ Design
Johnny Chiang is a seasoned design director with a Master’s in Architectural Design from the University of Brighton. He leads DAJ Design in Taiwan and lectures at various Taiwanese universities. As President of the Asia-Pacific Space Design Association, he actively promotes the aesthetics of spatial design, reshaping public perception through academic training programs and fostering appreciation for design. The association aspires to elevate the field by building a more refined and inspiring stage for decorative design.
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Lisa Abdullah (Malaysia)
Colour Marketing & Communication Manager, Jotun
Lisa Abdullah is a dynamic brand strategist with deep expertise in colour storytelling, currently serving as Colour Marketing & Communication Manager at Jotun. She leads strategic collaborations and marketing campaigns that position Jotun as a lifestyle brand across both B2B and B2C markets. With a strong foundation in communication design, Lisa translates concepts into compelling visuals and content for designers, architects, and media, making her a natural fit as judge for the Best Use of Colour category at ADA 2025.
Susanne Zeidler (Germany)
Executive Director, ZLG Sdn. Bhd
Susanne Zeidler co-founded the award-winning ZLG Design in 1993 with Huat Lim. Based in Kuala Lumpur, she has led a range of acclaimed projects across residential, civic, and commercial sectors. Notable works include the BOH Visitor Centres, Point 92, and the Lantern Hotel in Chinatown. Zeidler’s design ethos centers on craft, intention, and humanity. Beyond architecture, she champions the arts through ZLG as a platform for creative exchange among local and international talents.
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Thongchai Chansamak and Patcharada Inplang (Thailand)
Founders, Sher Maker
Sher Maker is a Chiang Mai-based architecture studio led by Thongchai Chansamak and Patcharada Inplang, celebrated for its context-driven approach rooted in Northern Thailand’s vernacular and ecological wisdom. Founded in 2018, the studio blends craft, material research, and anthropology to create architecture that is poetic, purposeful, and locally grounded. Internationally acclaimed with recognitions from Architizer, Dezeen, Architectural Review, and the Venice Biennale, Sher Maker is also active globally as lecturers, speakers, and jurors—sharing their philosophy across platforms such as Princeton, Columbia GSAPP, and Architizer A+Awards. Their work continues to shape Southeast Asia’s architectural narrative through design, discourse, and deep cultural respect.
2024 Jury Info
Li Xiang, X+ Living (China)
Li Xiang founded X+Living Architectural Design in Shanghai in 2011. Her firm is known for blending art, fashion, and business to create innovative designs across various industries, including culture, retail, and hospitality. She has earned numerous international awards, including four Andrew Martin International Interior Design Awards, 5 Platinum awards and 14 Golden awards in A' Design Awards. Li Xiang was the first Chinese designer invited to serve on the jury of the Frame Awards and was named in FAST COMPANY’s ‘Global: Most Creative People in Business’ in 2020. Under her leadership, X+Living has become a leading design force globally, winning the Best Commercial Firm at the 2022 Architizer A+ Awards.
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Nghiêm Đình Toàn, Me+ Architect (Vietnam)
Nghiêm Đình Toàn is the founder of Me+ Architect and holds a master’s degree in project management from Salford University and an architecture degree from the University of Architecture HCMC. He was a key architect at Võ Trọng Nghĩa and A21studio before establishing Me+ Architect. Toàn's work has received international recognition, including winning the prestigious World Architecture Festival (WAF) and becoming the first Vietnamese and youngest winner in WAF history. His project, White Palace Pham Van Dong, was nominated for the WAF finals in 2021. He is also known for his contributions as a judge, speaker, and advisor in the architecture field.
Sidhartha Talwar, Studio Lotus (India)
Sidhartha Talwar leads Architecture & Master Planning at Studio Lotus, a globally recognized design practice. He specializes in large-scale developments with a focus on environmental planning and sustainable construction. A graduate of the TVB School of Habitat Studies, Sidhartha began his career with Gautam Bhatia before co-founding Studio Lotus. His notable projects include Krushi Bhawan, RAAS Jodhpur, and eco-conscious master plans in Jaipur and the Himalayan foothills. Sidhartha actively engages in academic and global design forums, having spoken at the INDE Summit, AIA New York, and Design Shanghai. He is currently on the jury for the Azure Global Awards 2024.
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Philip Tang, Ptang Studio (Hong Kong)
Philip Tang founded PTang Studio Ltd in 1999, which has since evolved from a one-man business into a thriving partnership. The firm undertakes a diverse range of projects, from small-scale residential designs to large-scale commercial works, including corporate headquarters and movie launch functions. Philip's work is characterized by a modest style that prioritizes comfort and client preferences. Over the past decades, PTang Studio has become one of the most renowned design studios in the region, with projects spanning across Hong Kong, China, and the Asia-Pacific, earning recognition in various media outlets and winning numerous awards for their design excellence.
Samuel Lee, Designshop (Singapore)
Samuel Lee is the Director at Designshop, an architectural firm in Singapore known for creating meticulously designed buildings of timeless quality. In his role, Samuel plays a key part in diversifying the company’s portfolio and leading projects of various complexities. His design approach focuses on creating spaces that are sensitive to environmental, spatial, and social contexts. He believes in crafting timeless spaces that adapt to the ever-changing needs of society.
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Lê Thu Hoài, Me+ Architect (Vietnam)
Lê Thu Hoài is the co-founder and COO of Me+ Architect and an investor in the hospitality, retail, and agriculture sectors. She has extensive experience in project development, legal advisory, and media relations, working with top global hotel management groups such as Mandarin Oriental, Banyan Tree, IHG, Marriott, and Four Seasons. Lê Thu Hoài also plays a significant role in facilitating investment and securing agreements with the Vietnamese government on behalf of international funds.
Realrich Sjarief, RAW Architecture (Indonesia)
Realrich Sjarief is the founder of RAW Architecture in Jakarta and Bandung. A graduate of ITB and UNSW Sydney, he has worked with notable firms, including Foster and Partners in London. Realrich’s designs are inspired by his family’s three-generation legacy of builders and his commitment to craftsmanship. In 2011, he established his firm, winning multiple competitions and accolades. He also founded OMAH Library in 2015 to promote architectural discourse and social initiatives. As an educator, Realrich emphasizes the symbiotic relationship between learning and teaching, striving to create inspiring architecture.
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Dr. Kody Kato, ODE (USA)
Dr. Kody Kato is the founder of the Office for Design Evolution (ODE), a studio focused on the intersection of architecture, engineering, materials, and the natural environment. He holds a doctoral degree in architecture with a focus on structural engineering and mathematical biology. Dr. Kato has received numerous awards, including a London Design Award and the Award of Merit for the Shinkenchiku Residential Design Competition in Japan. He was also named One Among Ten Most Dynamic Entrepreneurs by the APAC.
YC Chen, hoo (Hong Kong)
YC Chen is the founder of hoo, established in 2009. A true perfectionist and passionate surfer, YC was born in Shanghai, raised in Hong Kong, and studied in the United States, graduating with honors in Business Administration from the University of Michigan. After 11 years in advertising as a creative director, YC transitioned to interior design, where he now creates one-of-a-kind haute couture homes. He is also a winner of the Perspective 40Under40 Award in 2016, recognized for his creativity and leadership in Asia’s interior design industry.
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Jianhe Wu, TY Archistudio (Taiwan)
Jianhe Wu is the founder of TY Archistudio, specializing in architecture, interior design, commercial property design, and construction management. Wu has won multiple awards, including the Good Design Award, A’ Design Gold Award, and IF Design Award. His work spans from intimate residential spaces to large commercial projects, all guided by a philosophy of delivering detailed, aesthetically-driven designs. Wu’s approach is rooted in a clear analysis and deep understanding of his clients’ needs, transforming spaces to improve lives.
Rana Khadra, Jotun (Middle East, India and Africa, MEIA)
As Jotun’s Regional Colour Manager, Rana Khadra brings over a decade of expertise in color trends, design, and innovation. Passionate about the transformative power of hues, she has spearheaded numerous projects that celebrate creativity and individuality. As guest judge for ADA 2024, she evaluates the Best Use of Color category.
2023 Jury Info
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Virginia Lung (Hong Kong)
Virginia Lung is the co-founder of One Plus Partnership, a Hong Kong based design firm that has been globally recognized with over 800 international awards over the past 19 years. One Plus specializes in designing various commercial venues, including cinemas, retail stores, clubhouses, and sales offices. Their unique approach involves incorporating thematic elements into every detail of their projects. Virginia's expertise has led her to serve as a judge in esteemed competitions like the German Design Award, ICONIC AWARDS, INSIDE Festival of Interiors (UK), NeoCon (US), and K-Design Award (South Korea). Notably, her work has been invited to exhibit at the Venice Biennale in 2016.
Dr. Kody Kato, ODE (USA)
Dr. Kody Kato is the founder of the Office for Design Evolution (ODE), a studio focused on the
intersection of architecture, engineering, materials and the natural environment to create performance-oriented buildings. He holds a doctoral degree in architecture with a focus on structural engineering and mathematical biology. Recently, he received a London Design Award and was named One Among Ten Most Dynamic Entrepreneurs by the APAC. Dr. Kato is also the recipient of the Award of Merit for the Shinkenchiku Residential Design Competition in Japan and the Best Prize for the 28th International Space Architecture Competition in South Korea.
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Pamela Tan (Malaysia)
Pamela Poh Sin Tan is an artist-architectural designer known for her boundary-blurring artwork that combines art, architecture, and design. Her creations aim to evoke ambiguity and unveil hidden delights across various scales. With a Masters in Architecture from the University of Greenwich, UK, Pamela's work has been exhibited at prestigious venues like London's The Royal Academy of Arts. She is the winner of the fifth and final cycle of the Tan Sri Chan Sau Lai Architecture Award in 2016. Recently, two of her projects, “Eden” and “Projection Kite” have won in the Design for Asia Award 2020 under the category of Environmental Design. In 2021, “Eden” won best of the best for German Design Council- Iconic Award.
Lin Ho (Malaysia)
Lin Ho is one of Malaysia’s most renowned photographers who has specialized in the architecture and interiors genre for more than 20 years. Lin Ho has collaborated with renowned international and local architects, interior designers and reputable property developers. He is also a frequent contributor to international architecture publications, in both print & digital media. Previous book projects include The Straits Chinese, The Residences of HRH Sultan Azlan Shah, Tropical Garden Design ,The Tropical Malaysian House Vol. 1 & 2, Terrace Transformation in the Tropics, New In The Old-Chinatown Kuala Lumpur.
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Jennifer Murray (Singapore)
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Jennifer Murray, with over 16 years of international experience, hails from a multi-cultural background and has worked in Southern Africa, Sydney, and London. Her expertise spans both architecture and interiors, showcasing her keen eye for design. Jennifer's transformative abilities have earned her numerous interior design awards, establishing her as a top inspiring female interior designer among Singapore's leading architects and designers. Her award-winning designs have been featured in prestigious publications, including Singapore Straits Times, Tatler Homes, Channel News Asia, and Robb Report Magazine. Jennifer's passion lies in creating bespoke solutions that blend cultural diversity and cosmopolitan flair, resulting in visually poetic and sophisticated expressions of splendor.
Wei Ming Tan (Malaysia)
Wei Ming Tan is a typography major from the United Kingdom who practiced as a graphic designer upon returning to Kuala Lumpur. Her passion for furniture and lighting design led her to explore multidisciplinary projects in 2007, collaborating with a local design firm. This experience provided her with the platform to extend her skills and establish her own independent brand, Aureole Design, in 2013. Wei Ming Tan's design approach embraces simplicity, drawing inspiration from the richness of Asian culture to create elegantly unadorned products with accentuated design and materials.
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Markus Roselieb (Austria)
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Founder of Chiangmai Life Architects and Chiangmai Life Construction, Markus advocates
architecture that is functional, sustainable and warms people’s hearts and makes them smile.
His approach is based on modern organic design using a combination of natural materials
such as bamboo with 21 st century engineering knowledge and integration of structures in their
physical and cultural environments. A medical doctor by training from the University of Vienna, Austria, Markus is an autodidact architect who learned architecture through passion, observation, especially the micro-structure of the human bone, and by gathering experience through building since his student days.
2022 Jury Info
Professor Robert Powell (United Kingdom)
Adjunct Professor at Taylor’s University School of Architecture Building & DesRobert Powell is an architect, city planner, author/editor and critic. He is currently Adjunct Professor at Taylor’s University School of Architecture Building & Design and has been associated with Taylor’s as Professor of Architecture since January 2016. Prior to that he was Head of EcoMasterplanning with Llewelyn Davies Yeang, London, UK. Previously, he was Associate Professor of Architecture at the National University of Singapore (1984 to 2000). He was a member of the PAM Architecture Awards Jury (2019), and a co-editor of BEP100: BEP Akitek (2020). Outside of professional life Robert (Bob) Powell is an avid traveller, water colour artist and occasional triathlete.ign
Lin Ho (Malaysia)
Lin Ho is an accomplished professional photographer. He has specialised in the architecture and interiors genre for more than 20 years. Lin Ho has collaborated with renowned international and local architects, interior designers and reputable property developers. He is also a frequent contributor to international architecture publications, in both print & digital media. Previous book projects include The Straits Chinese, The Residences of HRH Sultan Azlan Shah, Tropical Garden Design ,The Tropical Malaysian House Vol. 1 & 2, Terrace Transformation in the Tropics, New In The Old-Chinatown Kuala Lumpur.
Dayang Nena Abang Bruce (Malaysia)
Dayang Nena Binti Abang Bruce is a Chartered Marketer and Economic Analyst with 40 years experience working with the Sarawak Timber Industry Development Corporation (STIDC). Currently, she has been appointed CEO of Saradec Management Sdn Bhd, a wholly owned subsidiary company of STIDC, that is responsible to run and manage the Sarawak Design Center (SARADEC) for development and promotion of young talents for creative furniture design. Commencing its Sarawak Young Designers (SayD'SignersSarawak) Program in 2018, SARADEC has trained 32 fresh graduates from local university in design process and design thinking skill, to groom them into furniture designers bonded to serve the Sarawak furniture industry.
Robert Sukrachand (Thailand)
Robert Sukrachand is a New York City and Chiang Mai based furniture designer. Since launching his first collection in 2015 Robert has created mixed material works that blend divergent material and cultural influences. In 2020, he was named as “one of the 20 names to know now in American design” by the editors of Sight Unseen. Robert's latest works explore the contemporary design possibilities of artisanal craft in Thailand.
Nguyen Hoang Manh (Vietnam)
Mr. Manh, who graduated from the Course of Architectural Master in Leuven – Belgium, was founder and principal architect of MIA Design Studio. He has been working as an architect for 23 years and has led MIA Design Studio to accomplish many successful architectural projects. With the passion of an architect, his team has innovated many hospitalities and residential projects which are friendly to the environment and connect people with nature to suit Vietnamese urban context in a sustainable way. Furthermore, his architecture makes a big impact and motivates young Vietnamese architects and Vietnamese society on how to develop the country and reserve the nature for future generations.
Olivia Collins (Australia)
Olivia Collins is an Australian artist and designer. With a background in corporate marketing and art gallery management, Olivia has gained commercial success and international recognition since the inception of her brand. Over the past 8 years, Olivia’s original paintings have been purchased for both public and private collections across Australia, the USA, UK and Asia, her designs regularly featured in notable publications and her popular prints sell across multiple online retailers both locally and abroad. Having recently completed a set of large-scale commissions for Australia’s most exclusive resort and casino Crown Sydney (an expansion on the design and interiors functionality of her practice) and returned from a sell-out show in Singapore, Olivia is looking forward to diversifying into product design in the new year.