This portfolio marks a significant milestone in my journey after university and my professional experiences in both Australia and Malaysia. It presents the projects to which I have dedicated myself throughout my architectural studies and career. The portfolio showcases a range of works, including academic projects, design competitions, and real-world professional projects from 2018-2025.
Selected Works between 2018-2025
2025, Yong Kiat Tan
COX Architecture, Mel, AUSTRALIA
Dewani Design, JB, MALAYSIA
University of Melbourne, MSD
University of Tasmania, UTAS
YONG KIAT TAN ARBV 801078
YONG KIAT IS A PASSIONATE DESIGNER WITH OVER 6 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN VARIOUS BUILDING TYPOLOGIES, INCLUDING RESIDENTIAL, COMMERCIAL, CULTURAL, HOSPITALITY, AND HEALTHCARE.
YONG KIAT IS PROFICIENT IN SOFTWARE SUCH AS AUTOCAD, REVIT, RHINO AND SKETCHUP TO CREATE DOCUMENTATION PACKAGES. HE EXCELS IN 3D MODELING, AND VISUALIZATION SKILLS. HE IS COMPETENT AT CREATING HIGH-QUALITY ATMOSPHERIC RENDERINGS THAT BRING DESIGNS TO LIFE. WITH HIS ABILITY OF USING COMPUTATIONAL DESIGN, HE IS ABLE TO QUICKLY EXPLORE DESIGN CONFIGURATIONS TO DELIVER WELL-CONSIDERED OUTCOMES.
WORKING WITH DIFFERENT TYPOLOGIES FROM MELBOURNE SQUARE RESIDENTIAL TOWER, HILTON HOTEL, TO NEW FOOTSCRAY HOSPITAL, HAVE GIVEN HIM A HOLISTIC UNDERSTANDING OF USER ENGAGEMENT AND INTERACTION WITH ARCHITECTURE. WHILE WORKING AS AN INTERIOR DESIGNER IN MALAYSIA, YONG KIAT DEVELOPED HIS EYE FOR DETAIL IN INTERIOR DESIGN, OFFERING UNIQUE PERSPECTIVES IN HIS WORK. IT ENHANCES USER EXPERIENCE BY CREATING SPACES THAT RESONATE WITH HUMAN SCALE.
Melbourne Square STAGE 2A Tower 1
HIGH-RISE MIXED-USED RESIDENTIAL
Status: 2018 – Present (Under Construction)
Involvement: Concept Design, Town Planning, Design Development/Documents & Construction Documents
COX ARCHITECTURE
Melbourne Square is a mixed-use development located in Southbank, Melbourne. The primary objective of this project is to address the lack of green public open spaces and community amenities in the area.
The Master Plan for Melbourne Square encompasses six towers, comprising four residential towers, one hotel tower, and one commercial tower. The development is structured into four stages.
Following the completion of the master plan in 2015, Stage 01 works in 2021 and the originally endorsed Stage 02 design in December 2019,
the client decided to split the Stage 02 design into 2 stages and revise the residential tower to increase the efficiency and decrease the building cost in 2022.
The revised Melbourne Square Stage 2 consists of two towers:
The Residential tower (Stage 2A, Under construction) accommodates:
• 620 apartments
• Amenity facilities
• Ground floor retail
• 234 carpark and 320 bike parks (podium above ground)
The design concept for Tower 06 establishes a unique identity for the tower within the Melbourne Square precinct.
The Tower 06 design embodies the typological evolution of the towers on site. From the slender glazed towers of Stage 01 towards a more textured tower expressing a finer grained facade punctuated with strong three-dimensional vertical and horizontal banding, and prominent green zones referencing the popular Melbourne Square park.
The Residential tower (Stage 2B, Design Development/Documents) accommodates:
• 620 apartments
• Multiple Amenity Facilities Floors
• Ground floor retails
• 211 carpark and 200 bike parks (podium above ground)
The vision for the New Footscray Hospital is to create a hospital in and of its community - a Facility, environment, and place that people are comfortable using and visiting. The hospital has been designed as a campus-style precinct, drawing the community into a permeable precinct,achieving an indiscernible connection between hospital and community.
The New Footscray Hospital is a joint venture between COX Architecture and Billard Leece Partnership (BLP)
The Sphere in Austin Duta, Johor Bahru, is a study in contemporary minimalism, where architecture and movement intersect seamlessly.
Designed around a fluid spatial flow, the circular design elements to guide and capture human movement, creating an organic connection between spaces. Clean lines, an openplan layout, and a neutral palette enhance natural light, emphasizing clarity and calmness. Subtle geometric accents add depth without disrupting the
home’s understated elegance. Every detail is carefully orchestrated to balance structure and fluidity, making The Sphere a refined expression of modern living.
DEWANI DESIGN SDN BHD
AUSTIN DUTA, MALAYSIA
Satori House
RESIDENTIAL INTERIOR DESIGN & RENOVATION
Status: 2025 – Present (Under Construction)
Involvement: Concept Design, Design Development/ Documents, Construction Documents, CA
Located in Horizon Hill, Satori House by Dewani Design blends contemporary design with natural materials. The “Timeless Contemporary” concept incorporates warm timber and stone to create a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor spaces, maximizing natural light and ventilation.
The open-plan layout enhances functionality and flow, with the kitchen and dining areas serving as the heart of the home. Bedrooms provide a peaceful retreat, while outdoor spaces, including a wet kitchen and landscaped areas, extend the living experience.
With careful material selection and attention to detail, Satori House reflects Dewani Design’s approach to designing spaces that enhance daily living.
JIDA Design Award 2022, Best F&B/Entertainment Design, Finalist
Atap Design Award 2022, Best Café Design - Silver Winner
Aviate in Senai, Johor Bahru, is a bold reinterpretation of the modern café experience, fusing industrial futurism with contemporary elegance.
The space balances raw steel structures with refined textures, and refine metal airplane frame creating a dynamic interplay between rugged and polished elements. Exposed beams, geometric lighting, and a muted monochrome palette set the tone for a sleek yet inviting ambiance. Thoughtful spatial planning ensures seamless flow,
while carefully curated lighting enhances depth and warmth. Every detail, from the material selection to the spatial composition, embodies a vision of modern sophistication—where industrial edge meets urban refinement.
DEWANI DESIGN SDN BHD
SENAI, MALAYSIA
Sereni Space
DEWANI DESIGN SHOWROOM & OFFICE
Status: 2024 – Present (Under Construction)
Involvement: Concept Design, Design Development/ Documents, Construction Documents, CA
Located in Skudai, the Dewani Design Showroom & Office integrates contemporary functionality with Wabi-Sabi principles, embracing natural materials and simple elegance. The design features warm timber, textured concrete, and soft lighting, creating a workspace that is both practical and inviting.
The layout promotes collaboration and focus, with open work areas, flexible office zones, and a Japanese-style discussion room. A materials display and VR discussion area enhance the interactive design process, while water features and natural textures contribute to a calm environment.
With a carefully selected material palette and thoughtful spatial organization, the office reflects Dewani Design Studio’s commitment to creating workspaces that enhance both efficiency and well-being.
JOHOR, AUSTRALIA
DEWANI DESIGN SDN BHD
TAMAN TERATAI, SKUDAI
Columbarium of City Memories
UNRULY EDGES: MUSEUM OF THE PERTH’S URBAN MEMORY
Drawing of the Year 2024 (DOTY) Commended for Visualisation Award
A modernist development ethos dictates a bold pattern of growth, favoring the new over the old without fear of losing value or significance. While city development has caused the destruction of the urban fabric, the witness to historical events, carrying the collective memories of urban dwellers, is being demolished.
The architecture includes a mega framework intended to act as a “Columbarium” for the city, collecting and containing these memories within.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA
This architecture acts as a connector, allowing memory fragments to render themselves as a palimpsest that connects the past, present, and future. The progressive filling process also illustrates the growth of the city.
Paradox of a City’s Growth
‘IN THE CITY’S GROWTH, A PARADOX UNFOLDS, IMPRESSIVE GRANDEUR, YET A MELANCHOLY BEHOLD.’
The portfolio consists of both conceptual and real works from 2018 to 2025.
