This is the fourth and final article in a four-part series in which Chai Si Yong discusses how a small, dedicated group of architects works to improve the way local practices carry out their work.

This is the third in a series of 4 articles, in which Chai Si Yong talks about how a small and dedicated group of architects work to improve the way local practices can carry their work.

This is the second in a series of 4 articles, in which Chai Si Yong talks about how a small and dedicated group of architects work to improve the way local practices can carry their work.

This is a series of 4 articles, in which Chai Si Yong talks about how a small but dedicated group of architects work to improve the way local practices can carry our work.

A reflection on home, identity, and architectural practice rooted in Borneo. From family homes to student exchanges, this piece explores how spaces carry memory and foster belonging. It invites readers to contribute towards the community that grew you.

This article was published in the PAMSC newsletter in 2017, and updated here by Wee Hii Min in view of the current challenges faced by local architecture firms in finding Part 1 and 2 graduates for employment.

A short reflection by Ar. Louis Tiong during his time in Belize - about one’s desire to occupy space by first marking out, and then by building to realise that space. First published 2010.

Written by Ar. Louis Tiong, discover the vital role of a Site Diary in architecture. It bridges theory with practice, capturing daily challenges, reflections, and insights. Essential for documenting and quantifying site experiences, it guides architects through construction complexities, honing creativity and navigating real-world constraints.