
SPEAKER PROFILE / BIO /
SPEAKER PROFILE / BIO /
ASEAN Design Dialogue / ADD Speakers
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Rachaporn Choochuey
Born in Bangkok, Rachaporn Choochuey received her B.Arch from Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, M.S.AAD. from Columbia University, and Ph.D. in Architecture History from The University of Tokyo. She was a faculty member at the Faculty of Architecture, Chulalongkorn University during 2002-2022. In 2009, she co-founded all(zone) in Bangkok where she is the design director.
In 2016 all(zone) completed MAIIAM Contemporary Art Museum in Chiang Mai, the first contemporary art museum in Thailand and awarded as Best New Museum of Asia Pacific in 2017. Their internationalp articipations and exhibitions include those at Guggenheim Museum, the 2015 Chicago Architecture Biennial, Vitra Design Museum 2017, the 2018 Triennale di Milano, Echigo-Tsumori Triennale 2018, and the 2019 Sharjah Architecture Triennial. Domus magazine selected all(zone) as one of 100+ Best Architecture Firm in 2019. Monocle magazine awarded a project of all(zone) as one of Top 50 Best Design Award 2021. all(zone) is commissioned to design MPavilion 2022 in Melbourne, which will be inaugurated in November 2022.
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Danny Wicaksono
Danny Wicaksono is an architect from Indonesia. He graduated from Trisakti University, Indonesia. He founded studiodasar an architecture design studio, in 2014, and co-founded jongArsitek! a free architecture publication, with several of his friends, in 2008. He curates architectural exhibitions and actively writing for national and International publication. As a member of Indonesian Institute of Architect, he was given an award for his contribution in Indonesia’s architecture scene. He now resides in Bintaro, Indonesia and is the member of The International Committee for Architectural Critics (CICA).
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Ezrena Marwan
Ezrena Marwan is a highly skilled graphic designer specializing in visual advocacy within the realms of print and identity, particularly for rights-based organizations. Her expertise extends to web design and development, where she passionately delves into constructing archives of resistance that exist at the crossroads of visual culture, history, and social justice. Beyond her creative work, she is a dedicated educator, imparting knowledge in the fields of art history and visual culture. Notably, Ezrena is among the esteemed founding members of Sejarah Wanita, a noteworthy initiative aimed at unearthing, documenting, and spotlighting the invaluable contributions of women to Malaysia's history. She is also an integral part of the Malaysia Design Archive, a platform dedicated to contextualizing the history of graphic design in Malaysia. Ezrena Marwan's professional base is located in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
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Ashran Bahari
Ashran Bahari is the Director of architectural office, Studio Karya and the Co-founder of Suburbia Projects. Suburbia Projects is an architecture books retailer, publisher, and intimate gallery space showcasing works with architectural backgrounds. Founded in 2020 by Ashran Bahari and Naadiya Hani, Suburbia Projects aims to fill the gaps of critical and meaningful publications in architecture with a strong focus on virtues and values over aesthetics. Suburbia Projects and Studio Karya is based out in the suburbs of Petaling Jaya.here
Conference Speakers
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Sulki & Min
Choi Sulki and Choi Sung Min, South Korean graphic designers, both hold MFA degrees from Yale University and began their design journey after researching at the Jan van Eyck Academie in Maastricht. In 2005, they founded their design practice in Seoul, and since then, they've crafted graphic identities, promotional materials, publications, and websites for numerous cultural institutions and individuals. Notably, they were the graphic designers for the BMW Guggenheim Lab from 2010 to 2013, pioneering an interactive identity system based on online public engagement. Their work has garnered recognition, including the Art Award of the Year from the Arts Council Korea. They've exhibited globally, with their work featured in esteemed institutions and collections worldwide. They've also contributed to the field through writing and translations, publishing books through their Specter Press. Both Sulki and Min have taught and spoken internationally, further enriching the design discourse.
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Adjunct Professor Dr Shuhana Shamsuddin
Dr. Shuhana Shamsuddin, a distinguished urban design expert in Malaysia, boasts an illustrious career marked by academic excellence and impactful contributions. Holding degrees in Environmental Planning and Urban Design from prestigious UK institutions, she founded UTMKL's MSc. Sustainable Urban Design program and served as a Professor before retirement. Dr. Shuhana's roles as Adjunct Professor at UTMKL and Taylor's University reflect her continued dedication to education. She's the founding President of PEREKABANDAR and has earned accolades such as the Royal Town Planning Institute prize and UN Habitat expert group membership. Notably, her consultancy work includes the Kuala Lumpur Heritage Trail Master Plan and contributions to UNESCO World Heritage nominations. Her influential publications, including "Townscape Revisited" and a chapter in the "Handbook of Waterfront Cities and Urbanism," underscore her status as a key figure in Malaysian urban design.
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Anthony Wong
His immense experiences and tireless efforts to promote eco tourism have been recognized locally and internationally with the numerous awards and accolades received. As an established and distinguished speaker, Anthony is frequently invited to give talks and seminars on issues of the travel industry, and has featured on local television networks and media on his achievements and views on sustainable tourism. His pet project, The Frangipani Langkawi Resort & Spa is a green hotel and he hopes to make it a showcase and model to encourage other hotels to shift towards greener practices.
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Bostami Ahmad
Bostami Ahmad is a versatile design expert with a diverse portfolio spanning graphics, mobile apps, automotive, and aerospace. His design contributions encompass notable projects like Proton Tuah, Proton Iriz, Proton Perdana, and a spacecraft for Google Lunar XPrize Moon Mission. He received the prestigious Lamborghini Scholarship for a Master's in Car & Transportation Design at SPD Milano, Italy, mentored by Filippo Perrini, Lamborghini's Chief Designer. As a top candidate among 12,000 applicants, Bostami demonstrated his passion for aerospace and was shortlisted for the Malaysian Astronaut program in 2006. He serves as an Industrial Design Partner at Independence-X Aerospace, focusing on future aerospace vehicle design. Bostami also founded Artwist Timepiece, collaborating with iconic personalities like M. Nasir, and leads Bozetta Bikes, specializing in high-performance racing bicycles. His design consultancy extends to companies like Petronas and startups, reflecting his ongoing commitment to innovation.
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Ar. Azman Zainal
He started his architectural career in the Medical and Health Branch, Public Works Department in 1986. The head office is registered in the historic city of Melaka and it also has a site office in Petaling Jaya. He was one of the founders of Das Azman Architect Sdn Bhd where he was the director there from 1992 to 2008 and currently directing his own firm Arkitek Azman Zainal. The firm has within it a diverse range of expertise ranging from hospital planning, educational institutions, rehabilitation and restoration for historic buildings to office, commercial and residential buildings.
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Driv Loo
Driv is the founder and art director at LIE studio since 2011. He enjoys working side-by-side with passionate small businesses, and exploring ideas from printed matters to new technology. In 2021, he initiated the KL Art Book Fair together with the studio members.
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Hafiz Amirrol
Hafiz Amirrol is a seasoned humanitarian professional with 17 years of experience in the frontlines and behind-the-scenes of disaster and conflict situations. His current areas of expertise encompass strategic planning, organizational development, disaster risk reduction, risk governance, communication, and community engagement, as well as sustainable urban development, disaster-resilient cities, and inclusive city planning. Notable recent consultancy roles include collaborations with UN-Habitat, JICA, Malaysia's NADMA, MERCY Malaysia, APEC, and Yayasan Sejahtera. Hafiz serves as a Research Advisor for ADRRN and imparts knowledge as a lecturer in Urban Theory and Urban Space Design at Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. His extensive background in strategic planning, policy analysis, institutional partnerships, and design thinking enriches his contributions to the humanitarian and development sectors.