AIA Southeast Asia - Presidents Forum on the State of the Profession

When: Wednesday 30 October 2024 @ 06:00 (Eastern US Time)/ 18:00 (Singapore time)
Where: SDE3, Level 1, Gallery, Department of Architecture, National University of Singapore
CES: Estimated 2.0 LU for AIA Members

Speakers

Kimberly Dowdell, AIA, NOMAC, President, American Institute of Architects

Yew Kee Cheong , FAIA, MSIA, President, American Institute of Architects International

Melvin Tan, MSIA, President, Singapore Institute of Architects

Je Hou, FASLA, Provost Chair, Head, Department of Architecture, NUS

Moderator: Erik L'Heureux (PhD) FAIA, MSIA, Deans Chair Associate Professor, Department of Architecture, NUS

Description

Architecture today is a discipline at the intersection of profound global shifts, shaped as much by the pressing challenges of decarbonization, inclusion, and community engagement as by advancements in digital technologies, labor practices, and material ethics. It must also navigate increasingly complex budget constraints, evolving statutory regulations, and the diverse needs of stakeholders. In this rapidly transforming landscape, how can the profession address these contemporary challenges, and what strategies can guide architects through shifting economic, policy, and political realities?

This symposium invites a candid panel discussion featuring leaders from the American Institute of Architects, the Singapore Institute of Architects, and the National University of Singapore. Together, they will explore the key forces shaping architectural practice today and suggest paths forward for the profession.