CHU YANG KENG

About Chu Yang Keng
Mr Chu Yang Keng is the founder of IX Architects Pte Ltd. He is an award winning registered ASEAN Architect who practices actively both locally and in the region. Over the years, he has built a diverse portfolio that reflects an interest in a wide range of residential and commercial projects.

Leadership in Regional Practice
Chu has a keen interest in extending his practice to the region. Since the inception of his practice in 2004, he has actively took on design works in various cities in Asia, which includes countries such as Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Myanmar and as far as Sri Lanka. Currently, he has a few ongoing projects in the city of Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Design Philosophy
Chu aspires to create outstanding environmentally conscious designs that inspire and enhance the quality of life. A good architectural design has to respond well to its particular context, taking the physical, social and economic aspects into careful consideration. Design emphasis is also placed on the interwined relationship between the natural and built environment, where we consciously create harmonious, sustainable and functional spaces.

QUALIFICATION & ACCREDITATION

• Year 1997 – National University of Singapore (Bachelor of Arts – Arch Studies)
• Year 2000 – National University of Singapore (Master of Architecture)
• Year 2000 – Joined CPG Consultants Pte Ltd
• Year 2002 – Registered Architect BOA
• Year 2003 – Joined DP Architects Pte Ltd
• Year 2004 – Founder of IX Architects
• Year 2011 – Corporatised IX Architects Pte Ltd
• Year 2013 – Registered APEC Architect
• Year 2014 – Registered ASEAN Architect

PROFESSIONAL INVOLVEMENT

1. Singapore Institute of Architects

• SMAP Committee Member – Year 2009 to 2014

2.Board of Architects, Singapore

• Appointed Panel of Examiner – Year 2015
• Appointed Panel of Examiner – Year 2016

INVITED SPEAKER AT

1. World Bex – Manila 2012
2. SIA Inspiration Talk 2012
3. SIA Practice Convention 2014

ACHIEVEMENTS & AWARDS

2016

International Design Award

• 2AA Design Award, Vienna, Austria

2015

BCA Green Mark Gold Award

• Industrial Category

2014

BCA Green Mark Gold Award

• Office Category

2013

Singapore Environmental Council

• Eco Office Award

Promising SME Award

2012

Singapore Excellence Award

2011

ISO9001 and ISO14001 Accreditation for IX Architects

2008

Winner of International Design Award (Vietnam)

2007

Winner of Residential Apartment Design Competition