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PERSPECTIVE’S 40 UNDER 40 AWARDS 2019

Resounding success for thirteenth edition of 40 Under 40 Awards

[Hong Kong, 30 May 2019] Perspective, Asia’s leading architecture and design magazine, proudly

presented the 13th edition of its annual 40 Under 40 Awards, with a presentation ceremony and design

forum held on May 28 at The Annex, Nan Fung Place, Des Voeux Road Central, Hong Kong.

Recognising young design talents from across Asia and abroad in four design fields — art, architecture,

interior design and product design. The final 40 were chosen based on professional achievements,

contributions to the industry, and potential for future development and growth. Consideration was also

given to any awards won, participation in industry events as a speaker, panelist, or judge level (where

applicable) and contributions to society.

A design forum and Q&A session themed ‘Heritage in Hong Kong: trend, benefit or burden?’ was

hosted prior to the celebrations. The forum, attended by 100+ people, covered the conservation of Hong

Kong built heritage and its significance to not just those in the profession but the community in general.

This year’s forum saw heavy audience involvement, with passionate dialogue on the topic discussed. Moderated by Roger Wu, Council Member (Asia and Australasia Region), Royal Institute of British of Architects, guest panelists included:

- Edward Leung: Chair, Heritage and Conservation Committee, Hong Kong Institute of Architects - Emily Verla Bovino: PhD, Professor of Art and Architectural History, SCAD Hong Kong - Ray Zee: Lead architect at the Nan Fung Group for The Mills revitalisation project - Sujata S Govada: Founder & managing director, UDP International - Winnie Yeung: Head of Heritage Tai Kwun Centre for Heritage and Arts

“The 40 Under 40 event celebrates the outstanding talent of young architects and designers across Asia who are consistently producing exceptional work. This event has become an opportunity for these talented young professionals to both showcase their work and get deserved recognition,” commented Peter Jeffery, Publisher, Perspective.

“This year we recognized winners from Hong Kong and as far afield as the United States, Italy, India, China, Taiwan and Australia. We had a wonderful attendance of over two hundred people joining in this

celebration. As we share their success today, Perspective will continue to serve the Asian architecture, interior & product design market to seek out and promote the best projects and creative talents from across this region. Some past winners such as Andre Fu, Sou Fujimoto, Barrie Ho, Bjarke Ingels and Ma Yansong have gone on to earn worldwide critical acclaim. To have cultivated over 500 young winners is an astonishing landmark and we thank all our sponsors who have generously supported us on this remarkable journey.” With an expert panel of industry professionals and former 40U40 Alum brought in to judge this year’s

awards, the 2019 edition was a milestone year for the judging process. The panel included:

- Karr Yip: Founder & Director ADO and Chairman of Hong Kong Designers Association - Emma Maclean: Founder, EM Bespoke and former 40 Under 40 winner - Nelson Chen: Director of the School of Architecture at CUHK and Principal Architect of Nelson

Chen Architects - Nelson Tam: Managing Director and Associate Design Principal of WSP ARCHITECTS and

2018 A&D Trophy Award winner - Marc Cansier: Co-Founder Marc & Chantal - Laura Cheung: Founder, Lala Curio and former 40 Under 40 winner - John Batten: President of the International Association of Art Critics-Hong Kong - Stanley Wong (anothermountainman): Founder 84000 Communications

Joining the 40 Under 40 awards 13th anniversary celebration were many of the past winners, as well as

award presenters Mr. Barrie Ho (Founder, BARRIE HO Architecture & Interiors), Mr. Ben Ma (Marketing

Director, Bonder Limited), Mr. Jason Ma (Sales Director, S.A.S. Lighting) and Ms. Tracey Cheung (Brand

Manager, Edrington Hong Kong).

Full details of the winners and projects can be found at www.perspectiveglobal.com/awards/40-under-40/

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ABOUT 40 UNDER 40 AWARDS

Perspective’s 40 Under 40 Awards honour talented young individuals under the age of 40 who will lead Asia’s design

industry in the next two decades. Four areas are covered: art, architecture, interior design and product design.

ABOUT PERSPECTIVE

Perspective is a Hong Kong-based English monthly magazine focusing on contemporary design from architecture

and interiors, to graphics and product design. A vital source of information for architects and design professionals,

every issue provides a penetrating look at trends, recent projects, and the latest innovative designs from around the

globe. With coverage of cutting-edge design concepts and interviews with influential, leading designers, readers gain

insight into today’s architecture and design, and the latest information that is relevant and vital to the industry.

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Appendix: 40 UNDER 40 AWARDS 2019 WINNERS

ARCHITECTURE 1. Bu Xiaojun & Zhang Yingfan

Founding partners, Atelier Alter | China

2. Jacqueline Chak & Genevieve Chew Founding partners, EDITECTURE | Hong Kong

3. Irene Cheng & Howard Chung Co-founders and design directors, HIR Studio | Hong Kong

4. Johnny Chiu Founder, JC Architecture | Taiwan

5. Fan Jiujiang Founder, Continuation Studio | China

6. Xu Yi, Gao Shantong, Simon Chen & Li Zhiqiang Co-founders, Yushe Design | China

7. Amit Gupta

Founding partner, Studio Symbiosis | India

8. Krishna Kapadia Architect, Studio Lagom | India

9. Lau Chun-yu Principal director, Groundwork Architects & Associates | Hong Kong

10. Benny Lee Design director BREAD studio | Hong Kong

11. Sarah Mui Co-founder and design director One Bite Design Studio | Hong Kong

12. Evelyn Ting and Paul Tse

Co-founders, New Office Works Hong Kong

13. Larry Tsoi Design director, Atelier Global | Hong Kong

14. Luoya Tu President and design director, Archimorphic | United States

15. Casey Wang Founder, BLEND | Hong Kong

16. Wang Dandan and Xu Guang Founding partners, ATAH | China

17. Zhao Jingxin Partner and deputy chief architect, Lacime Architects | China

18. Zhu Peidong Chief architect gad•line+ studio | China

INTERIOR DESIGN

19. Clement Cheng

Associate director TK Tsui & Associates | Hong Kong

20. Cheuk Chun-kit Project director partner ADO | Hong Kong

21. Coco Chu Senior project interior designer HOK | Hong Kong

22. Asha Sairam and Pankhuri Goel Design principals Studio Lotus | India

23. Tegan Kajewski Senior interior designer LW Design | Hong Kong

24. Liao Keng-Yu Founder KYDO Keng-Yu Design Office | Taiwan

25. Wang Guan, Liu Jianhui & Wang Zhaobao Brand initiator & founder / host designer & founder / CEO & founder Matrix Design | China

26. Rachel Luchetti Director, Luchetti Krelle | Australia

27. Zara Maducdoc Associate design director Wilson Associates | Singapore

28. Wichupon Meeprasert Design manager, Wilson Associates | Singapore

29. Valeria Pola Hong Kong

30. Shen Mo Founder and design director, AT DESIGN | China

31. Hiloni Sutaria Founder and lead architect, Hsc Designs | India

32. Ye Hui Founder and chief design officer, Jingu Phoenix Space Planning Organization | China PRODUCT DESIGN

33. Marco D’Adamo Senior industrial designer Boris Design Studio | China

34. Dilara Kan and Bodin Hon Design/creative director and co-founders

Yellowdot Design Studio | Hong Kong

35. Li Ximi Founder URBANCRAFT | China

36. Florian Seidl Design manager, Lavazza (ITALY) ART

37. Bowie Choi Artist, illustrator, art educator and founder, Pica Pica Gallery | Hong Kong

38. Ricci Wong Creative director and founder, RAAW | Hong Kong

39. Maggie Wu Wai-chung Founder and director, SOTI Design Studio | Hong Kong

40. Joe Yiu Chun-kit Art director Y’s Concept Limited | Hong Kong