About US
Material Culture
Goy Zhenru
Goy Zhenru was educated as an Architect in Singapore at the National University of Singapore and in Switzerland at the Eidgenössische Technische Hochschule (ETH)Zürich. After working in both Switzerland and Singapore, she opened her own office in Singapore in 2015.
As an architect, Goy has created learning facilities (public & private), farm-stay resort, residential, and, more recently, industrial building. As a designer, she has a keen interest in producing custom ranges of furniture and decorative objects which serve to complement the interior & architectural works.
A supporter of vernacular architecture & craftsmanship, Goy Zhenru adapts traditional forms to reflect a spirit of modernity. Her passion for relating architecture to its roots and history is a common theme inherent throughout her work.
Dessy Anggadewi
With a decade of architecture experience working in both Bali and Singapore, Dessy Anggadewi has notable experience in various resorts projects such as Muthaafushi Resort, in Maldives while working for Forum Architects in Singapore.
Having an eye for detail is her key strength in the team. She works closely with craftsmen in Bali to create unique and expressive objects used in interiors works.
She was awarded the Indonesia Endowment Fund for Education( LPDP) Scholarship to London, where she completed her masters studies in The Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London.
Dessy is a licensed/registered Architect in Indonesia.
Kulap Loetmanlikaphorn (Sam)
Sam is leading our material research office in Chiangmai, Thailand. Her role includes sourcing for regional/local materials that are sensitively interpreted for modern-day design. She works closely with local artisans and manufacturers to create a unique material palette for our selected projects.
Having a conscious design ethos- she is always looking out for sustainable local materials and construction details for each of our projects. She has more than a decade of working experience in Thailand and Singapore- in projects ranging from hospitality to mixed development buildings.
Sam is a licensed/registered Architect in Thailand and an adjunct tutor at Chiang Mai University (CMU).
Nichole Ho
Nichole completed her studies at the Bartlett School of Architecture, UCL. She enjoys working with tactility, colour and exploring architecture on an intimate scale.
Prior to obtaining her MArch, she has worked in local design and architecture practices across a range of residential and commercial projects.
Aussie Virnadya
Aussie have keen interest in craftsmanship and material exploration.
Introducing local craftsmanship to modern design can create unique one-of-a-kind pieces for the space.
She finds that combining craftsmanship, thoughtful detail and right choice of material can be an "eyes satisfying" as it shows honesty and uniqueness.
To be able working collaboratively with skilled artisan and makers is always be a part of enjoyable process as designer.
AWARDS
Awarded Home of the Year, Shizukokoro; Lookbox Design Awards 2019
Awarded Best Space for Retreat, Shizukokoro; Lookbox Design Awards 2019
Awarded Outstanding HDB Flat, Shizukokoro; Lookbox Design Awards 2019
Awarded Honourable Mention for Best Space for Entertaining, The Heng House, Lookbox Design Awards 2019.
Awarded Honourable Mention for Outstanding Landed Home, The Heng House, Lookbox Design Awards 2019.
Shortlist for Most Dramatic Transformation, The Heng House; Lookbox Design Awards 2019
Shortlist for Best Space for Retreat/ Outstanding HDB Flat, Gerhana- Eclipse; Lookbox Design Awards 2019
2019 Architecture Asia Award for Emerging Architects by ARCASIA 2019 (KLCC) for her project Sukasantai Farm stay. - Finalist
Design Excellence Awards: Best Residential Design | Private Houses: Gold 2018/2019, The Heng House.
Shortlist for Outstanding Private Apartment: Lookbox Design Awards 2017:
CURRENT STAFF & ASSOCIATES
Goy Zhenru
Dessy Anggadewi
Kulap Loetmanlikaphorn
Aussie Virnadya
Pichan Monsawad ( Tem)
Nichole Ho
Janelle Tan
Past Staff and Associates
Hanif Adi Ramadhan , June, Laura Tan, Cindy
Past Interns
Brandon Low, Ester Tan, Tandy, Han Xiao Wei, Jocelyn Eau Li Xuan, Tay Man Ning, Samantha, Sue Wen