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Swee Leng Lai
Swee Leng Lai was recognised for her understanding of architectural characteristics inherent to the region through projects that genuinely understand, interpret and develop the fundamental constructs without copying them.
One juror said: “This particular young architect has a distinct style and in some of her projects, she demonstrates a confident playfulness that she is able to pull off.”
Another juror said: “The candidate has exhibited an ability to work a variety of scales integrating both aesthetic and practical aspects of building.”
Shortlist
Matthew Gaal, Woods Bagot
Obada Adra, Atkins
Tim Fieldhouse, Pell Frischmann
Bassam Zeino, RMJM

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Architecture Firm of the Year - Modern
GAJ
Their submitted projects demonstrate their ability, over a number of years, to produce buildings which respond to the dual requirements of the climate and the function, whilst demonstrating an understanding of the local cultural requirements.
Shortlist
FXFOWLE
Woods Bagot
X-Architects


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