Jackfruit processing unit and community centre
A government funded Jackfruit processing plant in rural Meghalaya is part of a farmers' cooperative, which serves not just as a space for production and movement of goods but also as a community centre to an isolated populace. The facility takes into consideration the needs of its users, climatic conditions and the realities of the remote location whilst providing an affordable intervention with value added benefits.
MSD-HOUSE, Singapore
An homage to traditional shophouses, MSD-House is home to a family of five spanning three generations and their helper. Located in a leafy suburb close to the city centre, this three-storey inter-terrace house is replete with architectural features typical of peranakan homes of yore, including a charming pintu pagar gracing the centralised main doorway. This enables cross ventilation while maintaining privacy for the occupants within, reducing the need for air-conditioning on cooler days.
Introducing CM Jao - Jury Member of the K-DESIGN AWARD
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Interior Designer, More Than Just A Decorator
When it comes to creating a beautiful and neat space arrangement, an interior designer is the right person for the job. Their role is more than just that of a decorator.
Hong Kong at Venice Biennale 2025: "Projecting Future Heritage" Reclaims the Architecture of the Everyday
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