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MEMBERS

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  Joann ONG

  Accounting and Administrative Officer

  Joann received her Malaysian Certificate of Education (SPM) in Malaysia.
  
  Before joining Mitsubishi Jisho Design Asia, she has worked in the Accounting and Admin department of various industries and companies in Singapore, gaining invaluable experiences along the way. She greatly values her working relationship with her colleagues, reflected in her supportive attitude and time commitment towards them.
  
  In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family, playing with her child, and watching videos / dramas.

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  Abigail LEONG

  Junior Architectural Designer

  Abigail received her Master's Degree in Architecture in Singapore at the National University of Singapore.
  
  Before joining Mitsubishi Jisho Design Asia after graduating, she had assisted in several mixed-used projects across Southeast Asia, as well as gained experiences in visual merchandising and retail design.
  
  In her spare time, she enjoys staying active and trying out new sports.

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  Isabel LYE

  Registered Architect (Singapore)
  Architect

  Isabel received her Master's Degree in Architecture in Singapore at the National University of Singapore.
  
  Since graduating, she has been involved in a variety of projects of different scales, ranging from civic institutions to commercial to residential projects and was also able to see a few of her projects from start to completion.
  
  Her achievements include the BCA Industry Built Environment Undergraduate Sponsorship and the Karibati Regional Special Prize for her project during her exchange semester in Paris.
  
  In her spare time, she enjoys reading and travelling to learn more about new cultures.

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  Toshitaka OGIWARA

  Accounting / Administrative Senior Manager

  Toshitaka OGIWARA received his Bachelor's Degree in Political Science from SEIKEI University, Japan.
  
  After graduating, he started to work for a Japanese Semiconductor trading company as account staff. After relocating to Singapore, he has worked for multiple Japanese companies as HR, General Affairs, IT, and Accounting Staff.
  
  No awards and prizes have been received in his life. But he is secretly proud that he stands by his colleagues' hardships and solve their problems one by one, or support them with kindness and smiles.
  
  In his spare time, he enjoys playing football, running, and spending time with his family. Currently, his most interesting challenge is running 42.195km in less than 4 hours.
  

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  Risa KOBAYASHI

  Office Manager / Executive Assistant

  Risa Kobayashi received her Master's and Bachelor's Degree in science from Kobe University, Japan.
  
  After graduating, she started to work for a Japanese company as a Researcher in a Research and Development (R&D) Centre. After relocating to Singapore, she has worked for multiple Japanese companies as a Human Resources (HR) & Administration officer.
  
  Her achievements have been recognised in her research and patents that have been published in Photovoltaic Cell, Fuel Cell and Color Filter Development Area. As a HR officer, she has been providing general support for staffs in Indonesia, Myanmar, Malaysia and Singapore.
  
  Most of her free time is spent playing the piano, spending time with her family, and watching Chinese dramas.

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  Clarence TAN

  Junior Architectural Designer

  Clarence received his Master's Degree in Architecture in Singapore at the National University of Singapore in 2022.
  
  Before joining Mitsubishi Jisho Design Asia after graduating, he had assisted in several local residential-scale and interior projects, and was able to adapt the experienced garnered into his on-going projects.
  
  Clarence's notable achievements includes the Dean's List for two consecutive semesters, a prize nomination for the Royal Institute of British Architecture (RIBA), and the DP Architecture Award during his academic years in University and in Polytechnic.
  
  In his spare time, he enjoys casually cycling around his residential area and in the parks nearby, as well as sketching on his iPad.

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  De Yuan KANG

  Architectural Designer

  Kang De Yuan received his Master's Degree in Architecture in Singapore.
  
  Since graduating, he has been a part of Mitsubishi Jisho Design Asia. Experience was accumulated through involvement in a wide range of projects, including retail complexes, office buildings, condominiums, hotels, service apartments and numerous others. Being proficient in various languages (English, Chinese, Japanese), he was able to engage in projects of different nature, situated in different parts of the world.
  
  He has received several awards during his academic years and has had works published in the Japanese Architecture magazine, Shinkenchiku.
  
  He seeks joy in entertaining friends and family and will often spend his spare time cooking for the mass.

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  Dione WEE

  Architectural Designer

  Dione received her Master's Degree in Architecture in Singapore at the National University of Singapore.
  
  Since graduating, she has been part of Mitsubishi Jisho Design, designing retail complexes, office buildings, condominiums, hotels, service apartments, and numerous others.
  
  In her spare time, she enjoys handicrafts such as baking and knitting.

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  Valerie ONG

  Registered Architect (Singapore)
  Architect

  Valerie received her Master's Degree in Architecture in Singapore at the National University of Singapore.
  
  Since graduating, she has been involved in various high-rise residential projects as well as mixed developments and institutional projects in Singapore.
  
  She has been awarded the BCA-Industry Built Environment Undergraduate Scholarship 2014, and has been active in local architecture events including Archifest.
  
  In her spare time, she enjoys tending and talking to her plants.

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  Vibha KRISHNA KUMAR

  Registered Architect (India)
  Architectural Designer

  Vibha received her M.Arch in Urban Design from VTU, India.
  
  After her schooling years, she worked with KGD (Katerra Design) initiating a portfolio of educational campuses, residential mid-rise and township projects in India. A handful of freelance detached dwelling design projects later, she joined MJDA in 2017, where she has been engaged in all design stages for high-rise mixed use residential & hospitality projects mainly in Jakarta, Indonesia.
  
  Emerson Cup SEA in 2010 & US Greenbuild International Female Superstar Scholarship in 2015 are some of the commendations in the field of sustainability that have come her way.
  
  When not working, she enjoys entertaining & making portraits/caricatures.

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  William SUYOTO

  Registered Architect (Indonesia)
  Senior Architectural Designer

  William received his Master's Degree in Architecture at the Bandung Institute of Technology in Bandung, Indonesia.
  
  Since graduating, he has worked on various project scales and typologies which include commercial, high-rise residential, hospitality, mixed use and airports located in Indonesia and Singapore. His experience ranging between design architect, project architect, BIM coordinator allows him to be well versed in how to efficiently execute a project across stages.
  
  His achievements began early during his university years, having received a full scholarship and having his thesis regarding the use of parametric tools in design and planning published in a volume of Science Direct in 2015. He has received internal and external recognition in his career, including awards and features in publications.
  
  In his spare time, he enjoys exploring new softwares and 3D printing, reading books, and staying active whether it is trekking outdoors, climbing indoors, and diving into the depths of the ocean.

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  Andro Artanto LUKMAN

  Registered Architect (Indonesia)
  Senior Architectural Designer / CG Visualiser

  Andro Lukman received his Bachelor's Degree in Architecture in Surabaya, Indonesia.
  
  He has been working in Singapore for over 10 years, focusing on conceptual design, visualization, design development, and project coordination. His experiences are mainly on residential and mixed-use projects, particularly Indonesia, India, and Singapore projects.
  
  His achievements have been recognised in his previous built projects in Indonesia & India include St Moritz, The Windsor, & Kalpataru Immensa.
  
  In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, reading books, and playing video games.

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  Kentaro MABE

  Registered Architect (Japan)
  Senior Architectural Designer

  Kentaro Mabe is a Japanese architect who earned his bachelor's and Master's degrees in Architecture in Tokyo Metropolitan University. In 2012, he went to Tampere University of Technology in Finland to participate in a program for visiting students for a year.
  
  As a professional architect, he has various experiences that focus on office buildings, commercial buildings, interior designs and many more in Japan. With his broad knowledge of design process, he can creatively work from the conceptual phase up to the project's completion. His familiarity to both detailed and huge scale planning is his strength in dealing to different architectural developments.
  
  His works have received recognition from Japan Institute of Architects (JIA) as part of the "100 Best Buildings in Japan" and have received an AACA award . Furthermore, he has been featured in many prestigious architectural publications.
  
  In his spare time, he loves to immerse himself in outdoor activities such as camping, driving and spending time in nature.

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  Luke LIM

  Registered Architect (Singapore)
  Senior Architect / Manager

  Luke received his Master's Degree in Architecture in Singapore at the National University of Singapore.
  
  Since graduating, he has worked on Architectural and Interior projects of varying scales, from Mixeduse Developments, Offices, Retail Complexes, Hotels, Integrated Resorts, a Medical Training and Healthcare Facility, to smaller scale projects like Landed Houses.
  
  His achievements have been widely recognised, with his elderly‐friendly designs being part of an exhibition at URA's (Urban Redvelopment Authority) AUDE Space and featured in numerous publications. He was also an Adjunct Lecturer at Temasek Polytecnic's School of Design from 2016 to 2022.
  
  In his spare time, he has to run after his reckless young daughter and enjoys traveling in search of wonderful Japanese food.

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  Masaki IWAMOTO

  Registered Architect (Japan)
  Senior Manager

  Masaki Iwamoto received his Bachelor's Degree and Master's Degree in Architecture at The University of Tokyo, Japan
  
  Masaki Iwamoto joined Mitsubishi Jisho Design Asia in 2021 and has worked extensively for the clients in Southeast Asia. With his experience as a director at design consultancy in Japan and Thailand, Masaki's recent client work has focused on the high rise residential, commercial, mixed use buildings, hotels and offices.
  
  He has international and professional practice for over 20 years and also conducting research and writing on architectural design and business in Southeast Asia.
  
  In his spare time, he enjoys relaxing in the kitchen and playing sports with his family.

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  Masahiro TAMAKI

  Registered Architect (Japan) / APEC Architect
  Project Manager

  Masahiro Tamaki received his Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan, and Master's Degree in Architecture at The University of Washington in Seattle, USA.
  
  Before joining Mitsubishi Jisho Design Asia, he joined Shimizu Corporation, designing overseas projects such as retail complexes, office buildings, condominiums, hotels, airport terminals, embassies, and numerous others. Some of his notable works include the Canadian Embassy in Tokyo, Changi Airport Terminal 3, as well as the HDB Hub in Singapore. After moving to Mitsubishi Corporation in 2017, he was able to adapt and apply his broad architectural skills and knowledge to overseas real estate projects in the role of a developer. His acheivements have been widely recognised, having received many architectural awards such as being in the Selected Works in Japan by the Japan Institute of Architects, as well as featured in numerous publications.
  
  In his spare time, he enjoys playing tennis and golf. He also loves travelling to hot spring locations.

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  Isamu SUGENO

  Registered Architect (Japan)
  Director / Head of Singapore Office

  Isamu Sugeno received his Bachelor's Degree in Architecture at The University of Tokyo, Japan.
  
  Since graduating, he joined Mitsubishi Estate Co. Ltd Design Department and took part in numerous notable projects including high rise residential, commercial, mixed use buildings, and offices. During this time, he undertook many roles abroad and contributed much to the Overseas Design Department at Mitsubishi Jisho Design HQ in Tokyo, Japan. Recognised for his adept business skills and success in building trustworthy client relations, he moved to Singapore in 2015 to help establish the Southeast Asian Regional Branch. With his formal architectural training, honest client liaison and optimistic vision for architecture, he steadily leads the company from one project to the next.
  
  His achievements are evidenced by the numerous awards he has received, some of which include the SDA Award, AACA Award and awards from the British Council.
  
  In his spare time, he enjoys trekking forests with his beloved dog, play the ukulele and read. He also likes to travel enjoying local cultures of Europe, Africa, Asia and the Pacific.