Yong Kiat Tan.
DESIGN ARCHITECT | ARBV REGISTERED ARCHITECT
Summary
Education
Skill
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.
Master of Architecture | University of Melbourne
Bachelor of Environmental Design | University of Tasmania
Language
Chinese (Native), English (Proficient), Malay (Basic)
Software 2D
Autocad, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator (basic), PowerPoint, Premier (Basic), Capcut
Software 3D
Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Vray, Lumion, Enscape, Twinmotion, Grasshopper (Intermedia), 3Ds Max (basic), Archicad (basic)
Experience Cox Architecture, Melbourne
Architect (ARBV)
Graduate of Architecture
Key Responsibilities:
Technology
Mid-Journey (AI Image Generation), ChatGPT, Mimic (Stable Diffusion), Pano2VR (360 Walkthrough), Oculus (VR)
Design Workshop
Laser Cutting, 2D CNC Miling,3d Print, Timber Workshop tools
• Led the design of a 63-story multi-residential tower, including exploring and developing architectural concepts and designs, and creating highly detailed 3D models, diagrams, renders, and drawings.
• Produced strong graphic presentations and visual media to communicate design ideas, such as high-quality atmospheric renders, flythrough videos, and 3D print models.
• Collaborated with project teams to prepare Town Planning Applications & Reports, and Design Development & Construction Documents.
• Prepared feasibility study packages for clients and stakeholders.
• Collaborated with engineers and consultant to ensure designs were feasible and within budget.
Key Projects:
• Melbourne Square Stage 2 (Hotel & Multi Residential)
• Melbourne Square Stage 3 (Commercial)
• New Footscray Hospital (Hospital)
• CBD Justice Precinct (Confidential) 8 Canada Square, London (Commercial, Competition)
Dewani Design Sdn Bhd, Malaysia
Architectural & Interior Design Consultant (Part Time)
Architectural & Interior Design Lead
Architectural & Interior Designer
Key Responsibilities:
Apr 2022 - Present Nov 2020 - Apr2022 Dec 2015 – Jul 2016
• Led the design team in exploring concepts and developing designs for over 30 small to mediumscale residential and commercial projects.
• Liaised with clients, project managers, suppliers, and contractors to ensure project feasibility and budget adherence. Developed 360° walkthrough renders and Virtual Reality (Enscape, Twinmotion, and Oculus) facilities to enhance client presentations.
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• Created presentation and rendering template, and mentored junior designer, to improve team productivity and maintain company standards of design.
• Project photography
Key Projects:
• Danga Sutera House Extension (Residential Extension)
• Perling Semi-D Extension (Residential Extension)
• Aviate Lounge Café & Bistro (Commercial, F&B)
• Amelia Terrace House (Residential Interior)
Sanichi Cigar Room (Private Lounge)
• Sense Yoga Room (Commercial, Wellness)
Davo Construction, Malaysia
Computer Numerical Control Miling Machine (CNC) Operator
Carpenter & Furniture Designer
Key Responsibilities:
• Operated CNC machines for milling, drilling, and cutting tasks, ensuring high precision and adherence to job specifications. Modified CNC programs to optimize performance and troubleshoot production issues.
• Converted designs into precise CAD models for CNC programming and machine setup.
• Maintained high attention to detail and craftsmanship to deliver furniture that meets client expectations and quality standards.
Award, Exhibition & Publication
2024
Archisource Drawing of the Year Awards 2024, Commended Viusalisation Award – Columbarium of City Memories, London UK
2023
DOTY Designer of The Year 2023, Inordinary, Amelia Terrace House (Residential Interior), Best Residential Design, Malaysia
DOTY Designer of The Year 2023, Bangsar Cigar Room, Best Commercial Design, Malaysia
Atap Design Award 2023, Best Themed Design –Suzuka Show Room, Finalist, Malaysia
2022
Atap Design Award 2022, Best Café Design - Aviate Lounge Café & Bistro, Silver Winner, Malaysia
Atap Design Award 2022, Best Bar & Club Design – Bangsar Cigar Room, Platinum Winner, Malaysia
Atap Design Award 2022, Best Leisure & Wellness Design – Sense Yoga Room, Finalist, Malaysia
JIDA Design Award 2022, Best F&B/Entertainment Design - Aviate Lounge Café & Bistro, Finalist, Malaysia
2021
Malaysian Institute of Interior Designers (MIID), Reka Award – UMI Omakase, Finalist, Malaysia
2015-2020
Bee Breeders Design Competition – Melbourne Affordable Housing Challenge, Honorable Mentions, Melbourne
Arch Out Loud – WASTE: Multi-Purpose Stadium International Open Ideas Competition, Runner-up Honor, Spain
Xiqing Kindergarten Invited Competition, China
ARCHmedium Design Competition – Barcelona Social Housing, HonorableMentions, Spain
Oddish Tectonic Grounds 2017 Project Exhibition, Australia
ARCHmedium Design Competition – Berlin University Residence, Finalist, Germany
OUE Artling Pavilion Project Shortlisted Entries Exhibition, National Design Centre, Singapore
4 Course Works Selected for National Visiting Panel, Excellence Final Semester Design Project Showcase, Australia
References Available on Request