DP’s focus on the human spirit – in designs that uplift the urban dweller’s experience, and in cherishing every DPian as a family member – meant that we have and will continue to weather crises in the economy. DP has been resilient in five recessions, optimistic that if we keep the firm together through cost-saving measures and use the lull period to grow our capabilities, the firm would be ready to take on bigger jobs when the tide turns. I am happy and confident about entrusting the DP group of companies and its rich legacy to the new Chairman, Francis Lee and new CEO, Angelene Chan.
Just as we believe in collaboration within the firm, we also believe in forming partnerships with clients and consultants. We believe in the importance of working hand-in-hand with our partners to deliver excellent service in architecture. Every project we take on is with the long-term journey in mind; a never-ending journey of learning and discovery with the client and industry partners. It is through strong partnerships that we continue to refine and raise design and delivery standards.
lifelong practice and journey of knowledge. It is my chosen profession and a way of life; you never really stop being an architect, or think about an official retirement age – especially when you feel you still have so much experience and knowledge to share with those eager to learn, and also to learn from those with passion and creativity who can energise you. The future will see new challenges that require unprecedented, innovative design solutions; and I am wholeheartedly diving into it.
The never-ending journey is an analogy that I extend to my personal practice. Architecture is a
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DP Architects Directors 1 Francis Lee, Chairman | 2 Angelene Chan, CEO | 3 Chan Sui Him, Senior Director | 4 Ti Lian Seng | 5 Teoh Hai Pin 6 Wu Tzu Chiang | 7 Chin Thoe Chong | 8 Vikas M Gore | 9 Lesley Lim | 10 Dadi Surya | 11 Suneeth Changaroth | 12 Jeremy Tan 13 Toh Sze Chong 14 Tong Bin Sin | 15 Seah Chee Huang | 16 Mike Lim | 17 Tan Chee Kiang | 18 Chan Hui Min
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