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His photo is of him attending the International Property award in London (UK). This is an important event in his career when a project he designed won an award. This award is not only an important milestone in his career but also a clear demonstration of his excellence and relentless efforts towards his career.
The Filmore Da Nang project that he designed successfully passed the Vietnam qualifying round and was selected to attend the Asia Pacific qualifying round held in London. Here, the project continued to win 03 more awards including: BEST APARTMENT / CONDOMINIUM ASIA PACIFIC
AWARD WINNER RESIDENTIAL HIGHRISE ARCHITECTURE IN VIETNAM
AWARD WINNER RESIDENTIAL HIGHRISE DEVELOPMENT IN VIETNAM
Phuong is a versatile architect, based on his core as an architect, he expanded his design skills to interiors, landscapes. The result helps him have an overview of many aspects when starting to research a project, not only helping to have consistency in design language but also helping to better control the scope of work, minimizing risks in coordination in the later stages of the project.
DESIGN PORTFOLIO SUMMARY
Phuong has an understanding and experience of the design process and a clear understanding of the scope of design work in each stage. This helps him easily control the goals to be achieved, optimize time to achieve the best solution.
To embrace global design language, Phuong has equipped himself with key knowledge of design principles and international design guidelines. By staying updated on trends and learning from global projects and applying these standards in every design stage. This not only helps him create quality design products, but also contributes to affirming his professionalism, meeting the diverse requirements of international customers.
BIM & SUSTAINABLE
He is an architect with knowledge in both BIM and sustainable design, which brings him significant advantages in his career.
Firstly, BIM is a global standard that enables him to easily collaborate with other industry professionals, managing projects comprehensively and efficiently from design to construction. Secondly, he is also capable of participating in projects that require environmental friendliness.
GOOD DESIGN
▪ To achieve a “GOOD DESIGN” in each project, there must be a full combination of all three elements “Good Design Process”, “Good Design Principles” and “Good Design Skills”This is really difficult and requires extensive knowledge and takes a lot of time to fully understand and apply proficiently.
▪ Phuong always tries to learn, research and study through international design process and principle also apply each small step to the projects he participates in. This process helps him deepen his understanding and improve with each project.
Design Process Design Principles
1. Feasibility Study/Pre-Concept
2. Concept/Programming
3. Schematic Design
4. Design Development
5. Construction Document
6. Tendering/Bidding
7. Construction
1. Accessible
2. Productive
3. Cost Effective
4. Community
5. Aesthetics
6. Amenity
7. Functional
8. Safety
9. Sustainability
10. Historic Preservation
Consistency
GOOD DESIGN Innovation Efficiency
▪ To achieve a 'GOOD DESIGN' at the level of detail, it is essential to have a clear understanding of design codes to ensure compliance with local government building regulations. These codes then be standardized and interpreted through design elements and design guidelines to create a cohesive and well-executed design.
Design Code/ Building Code
• Complying with local authorities is often one of the most challenging aspects of architectural designer, requiring years of experience for every designer. Phuong is no exception, but by proactively researching and learning from international standards, he aims to bridge the gap and reduce the time needed to adapt when starting international projects.
• Some of the international standards and regulations Phuong is studying include England's Building Regulations (BR), Australian Standards (AS), and the NFPA (US).
• Admittedly, this is a huge area of knowledge and he needs to put in more effort and experience.
Design Element
PART 1. Site & Primary Control Element
To suit local context through the local planning frameworks .
PART 2. Siting The Development
The configuration of apartment development at a site scale.
PART 3. Designing The Building
To provide acceptable outcomes for building form, layout, functionality, landscape design, environmental performance and residential amenity.
Design Guideline
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGNS KILLS
▪ As an architect with extensive experience in various types of projects such as residential buildings, hotels & resorts, offices, and schools, he has the ability to grasp the effective application of domestic and international design standards.
▪ He always seeks to optimize the usage parameters during the FS stage to achieve the highest efficiency for the project, while also focusing on delivering optimal apartment layouts to enhance marketability.
▪ His creativity is clearly reflected in his impressive and distinctive designs, which increase the project recognition and competitiveness, as showcased in the The Filmore Da Nang project.
• Type: High-end Residence
• Location: Da Nang city-Vietnam
• Size: 1 Block, 25 Floor
• Role: Architecture Team Leader
• Construction: Completed 09/2024
• Award Winner: International award in London (UK).
➢ Best apartment / condominium asia pacific
➢ Award winner residential highrise architecture in vietnam
➢ Award winner residential highrise development in vietnam
THE FILMORE DANANG
• Type: Beach Hotel
• Location: Ha Long –Quang Ninh, Vietnam
• Size: 2 Block, 18 and 30 floor
• Role: Design Team Leader
• Stage: Concept Design
• Year 2017
HA HOTEL
• Type: Residence
• Location: Binh Duong city, Vietnam
• Size: 1 Block, 28 floor
• Role: Design Team Leader
• Stage: Concept Design
• Year 2022
• Type: Residence
• Location: Da Nang city, Vietnam
• Size: 3 Block, 25 floor
• Role: Design Team Leader
• Stage: Design Concept
• Year 2018
DTM RESIDENCE
• Type: Residence
• Location: Ho Chi Minh city, Vietnam
• Size: 2 Block, 26 floor
• Role: Architectural & Landscape
• Construction: Completed 2018
LUX GADERN
• Type: Residence
• Location: H Chi Minh city, Vietnam
• Size: 1 Block, 28 floor
• Role: Design Team Leader
• Stage: Design Concept,
• Award Winner: Consolation Prize
• Year 2017
LA RESIDENCE
• Type: Residence
• Location: H Chi Minh city, Vietnam
• Size: 1 Block, 26 floor
• Role: Architectural Designer
• Stage: Design Concept,
• Year 2016
TS RESIDENCE
• Type: Residence
• Location: H Chi Minh city, Vietnam
• Size: 1 Block, 25 floor
• Role: Architectural Designer
• Stage: Design Concept,
• Year 2016
55 TND RESIDENCE
INTERIOR DESIGN
• Although interior design is not entirely his strengths. But his criteria in interior design are very clear, he always tries to balances optimizing space based on functional standards while maintaining a high-end experience.
INTERIOR MANAGEMENT
• With experience managing and working with international professional interior designers on high-end mockup unit, he has a deep understanding of interior styles, trends and high-end finishing standards.
• He also has experience in closely collaborating with interior stylists to decorate and enliven the living spaces.
• He has a thorough knowledge of various materials, both natural and artificial and how to finish them, from reviewing proposals on drawing to the actual completion.
LANDSCAPE DESIGN
• Landscape plays an important role in high-rise residential projects, not only creating aesthetic highlights and enhancing the connection between people and nature but also improving the quality of life and the value of the project, attracting the interest of buyers and investors.
• Through design experience, working with professional landscape consultants helps him gain an understanding of the characteristics of materials and flora as well as how to apply them most appropriately.
DESIGN AWARD
INTERNATIONAL CONSULTANT COORDINATION
• With his extensive design ability, knowledge, and experience, he is an architect who can work effectively with international consultants.
• Proficiency in design, along with strong communication and connection skills, are key factors in his management approach.
• He always aims to optimize solutions, simplify the resolution of complex design problems, and develop them into creative and unique ideas.
• Design expertise.
• Extensive understanding of various design fields.
• International design trends and the latest technology.
• Communicate and connect effectively.
• Listen and absorb opinions
• Constructive question.
• Develop new and unique ideas.
• Find creative solutions to complex design problems.
Façade Concept
Façade Development
BIM KNOWLEDGE
• He has a basic understanding of BIM and grasps the key concepts and benefits in project management.
• He is capable of using BIM software such as Revit and Navisworks, and has participated in BIM-required projects both domestically and internationally, gaining significant practical experience. Additionally, He is skilled in coordinating with many different disciplines on the BIM platform, ensuring that project information is always accurate and up-to-date.
• However, his current knowledge is foundational, and he recognizes that BIM is a vast and complex field. He acknowledges that it will require considerable time and effort to achieve the standards outlined in guidelines such as ISO 19650 or PAS 1192-2 (BSI)
SUSTAINABLE KNOWLEDGE
• Although he is not an expert in this field, he has spent time studying, learning, and applying sustainable design theories related to green buildings. He has also actively participated in seminars and practical tours organized by the Ho Chi Minh City Green Architecture Association.
• Among many green building standards in Vietnam such as LEED, LOTUS, or EDGE, meeting the strict requirements of these standards while still ensuring project budget feasibility will face some of the most difficulties. This requires consultation from green building experts, and he can now play an important role in balancing these benefits.
DESIGN MANAGERMENT SKILLs
Phuong has extensive experience not only as an architectural designer but also as a design manager and team leader in real estate development. These experiences demonstrate his ability to understand client needs, maintain a clear awareness of scope of services, mitigate risks through lessons learned, and coordinate effectively with project teams, including on-site collaboration.
VALUE
PROJECT PHASES & ACTIVITIES
Phuong has participated and worked throughout the project life cycle. From the Initiation phase to the end of the construction and operation phase. During the project participation.
Phuong also has experience working and coordinating with other departments including: Board of Directors, PMU, Purchasing department, Marketing & Sales department.
Thereby helping Phuong have an overview and general knowledge of the real estate development industry.
THE CORE DEPARTMENT COORDINATION IN EACH STAGE
BOD & ALL DEPARTMENT PROJECT LEGAL PROCUREMENT PMU
• Project parameter
• Master planning 1/500
• Design brief
• Consultant evaluation and competition.
• Kick-off meeting
• Design programme & milestone
• Design concept submittal review and approval
• Architectural proposal agreement
• Coordination meeting
• Weekly report
• Tracking & Monitor
• Design submittal
• Connection Document.
• Appraisal approval
• Fire safety approval
• Design stage report.
• Construction permit
• Drawing & document.
• Specifications
• Handover list
• RFI & RFP
• VE to optimize the design.
• VE & VO
• Project budget.
• Handover coordination.
• OP coordination
• PMU coordination
• RFIs
• Site Visiting.
LESSON LEARNED
Participating in the project throughout its life cycle has brought Phuong many useful lessons:
• Identify possible risks.
• Limit errors, save time, costs and effort.
• Improve workflow and coordination.
• Improve decision-making skills.
OF INVOLVE & EXPERIENCES
CONTRACTOR & SUPPLIER COORDINATION
Economics and financial efficiency are always the top priorities when developing a project.
Thanks to participating in the bidding process and working with suppliers in the role of responding to RFIs. Phuong has a deeper grasp of knowledge and solutions on materials and the impact of project costs. The results are the basis for design modifications to help VE and monitor VO changes throughout the construction phase.
Material specifications & cost
Site factory defect and quality output
VALUE
TOP GREATEST LEADERS INFLUENCE & LESSON
Phuong had the opportunity to work directly with top leaders in the real estate development industry. That helped him learn to think like a top leader.
In addition, the understanding of market segmentation and product orientation in the real estate business of these leaders also gives Phuong a lot of valuable experience that is not easily available.
VALUE INTERNATIONAL REAL ESTATE MARKET
Although he is not a real estate market analyst, he has spent a lot of time researching and learning about the luxury apartment real estate market in major cities such as Thailand, Singapore, Hong Kong, Sydney, London and New York outside of Vietnam.
By studying how famous architects apply the design philosophies to their high-end projects along with the level of completion and selling price of real estate projects, he can visualize the tastes and demands of the global luxury segment.
This knowledge not only helps him update and predict advanced design trends but also provides important design advice, increasing the competitiveness of the projects he participates in. This understanding becomes a significant strength, helping him make valuable contributions in creating highly aesthetic designs, in line with global trends and meeting the needs of customers.
ONLINE RESOURCES & PROJECT APPLICATIONS
Phuong always improves his knowledge by learning from the good points of international real estate projects and applying them to the projects he is participating in.
By taking advantage of new technology in the real estate industry such as VR or 360. Phuong can erase geographical boundaries and keep up with international trends.
In addition, the habit of synthesizing and classifying information has created a library of its own, ready to be applied to future projects.
TRAVELLING & LEARNING
Phuong is someone who likes to travel on his own.
On every trip, he always tries to combine sightseeing and learning about famous architectural works related to his current work.
Thanks to that, after each trip, Phuong also gained some new knowledge and understanding. Because each project always reflects the current living needs and quality of social life of each country in which it is built.
VALUE
INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Understanding that in order to effectively manage the projects he participates in, he will need to have effective project management processes and methods, improve productivity, limit risks and increase project quality. He has proactively learned more management knowledge through research and understanding of international management standards, he also has completed a course on professional management according to PMP standards (USA).
• Project Phases/ Stage
• Design Brief/ Scope of work.
• Project programe / Milestone management.
• Communication Management & Coordination between Multidisciplinary Design and Consultants
• Communication Management & Coordination between International and Local Consultants.
• Design quality & Monitoring/ Check list
• Risk management
• Project Deliverables/ Submission
• RFIs/ RFA coordination
• Value engineering
• VO tracking
• Design Standards/ Regulations
• Skills to manage the meetings, evaluate and decision-making.
