In early January, I was fortunate to be offered a spot in the intensive studio program called Venice Studio. Venice…
A Booklet as a Time Capsule
Since I was in middle school, I have enjoyed designing booklets for different purposes. Design of a booklet (small book…
Understanding ‘Heritage’ – cultural significance of place
When we talk about cultural heritage, I believe that many architecture students are often reminded of the idea of conserving…
Reflecting on Material Sustainability – Master Design Studio D
As the second semester of the Master of Architecture has finished, I’d like to share what I learnt through a…
Architecture Summer School with Richard Leplastrier & Peter Stutchbury
Between 9-15 February, I participated in the Total Immersion Summer School in Pittwater, Sydney. It is a week-long workshop organised…
Thinking to study architecture at uni? Q & A
Around this time of the year, I often receive questions from new first-year students who are starting their Bachelor degree…
One minute late but that’s okay
Although it’s not always comfortable to look back and see my own progress, I found taking a moment to reflect…
Four benefits of drawing own plants for design studio projects
Since the end of last year, I’ve been slowly working on watercolour drawings of Australian native plants (though for last…
Reflecting on Master design studio C
As the first semester of the Master of Architecture concluded, I’m excited to share the project with you. It is…
Being a University Design Tutor an a Master Student
The first semester of the Master of Architetcture degree at the University of Melbourne has been like a roller coaster…
Reading The Australian Ugliness by Robin Boyd
The Australian Ugliness is one of the most iconic books on architecture in the Australian context. The author Robin Boyd,…
NGV Triennial Review – Botanical pavilion
On my day off, I visited Triennial at the National Gallery of Victoria to check out unique exhibits. Many new…
Thoughts on Taking a Gap Year to Work
After completing the Bachelor of Design (majoring in Architecture and Landscape Architecture) in 2019, I decided to take a gap…
Reflecting on 2020
2020 was undoubtedly a year that turned out to be nothing like what I had experienced before. I’m not only…
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