JUDGE INTRODUCTION
The preliminary and final juries consist of approximately 70% international judges and 30% Taiwanese judges, ensuring professionalism and diversity in the evaluation process.
HeeJoon Jo
- Design Manager at Samsung C&T, Seoul
- Secretary of AIA South Korea Section
- Previously Senior Designer at Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, New York City
- Licensed Architect in the United States and South Korea
- Bachelor of Architecture from Cornell University
Korea
Stephen Chow
- (2020) Founded CAN Design, serving as Managing Director & Creative Director
- (2016) Recipient of 40 Under 40 Awards
- Previously Design Director at a renowned international architectural firm for over a decade
- Registered Architect and Authorized Person (AP) recognized by the Hong Kong Institute of Architects (HKIA)
- Over 20 years of experience in architecture and urban development
Hong Kong
Samantha Drummond
- Creative Founder of Habitus Design Group – redefining luxury across continents
- Over 25 years of experience creating bold visions into breathtaking hospitality experiences
- Designer powerhouse behind global icons like Marina Bay Sands and Solaire
- Fuses innovation elegance and precision in every project
- A sought-after creative in shaping the future of resorts and gaming spaces
United Kingdom
José Martinez Silva
- (1996–Present) CEO, Founder and Lead Architect of ATELIER CENTRAL (AC), designing a diverse range of projects from private homes to urban designe
- (1990–1991) Collaborated with Portuguese architects João Luís Carrilho da Graça and Gonçalo Byrne
- Elected Secretary of the General Assembly of the Portuguese Order of Architects
- Frequently invited as a guest speaker at conferences, seminars, masterclasses, and lectures, and serves as jury member in architectural competitions
- Extensive expertise in Brand Design, with over 30 years of experience in the automotive sector, consulting for brands such as BMW Group, AUDI, Volkswagen, Opel, and Citroën
Portugal
Hossin Farmani
- (2016–2017) Responding to the European Parliament launched the European Product Design Awards and co-founded the Architectural Masterprize Awards promoting architectural and interior design innovation
- (2007) Founded the International Design Awards and London Creative Awards to support and honor outstanding creative talent worldwide
- (2004) Launched the Lucie Awards and International Photography Awards IPA known as the Oscars of Photography
- (1995) Established early internet service provider ARTNET.NET, featured in major media including the New York Times
- (1985) Founded Farmani Group based in Los Angeles California Initially focused on publishing with Vue Magazine and FotoFolio gaining recognition as Creative Director and Publisher
United States of America
Caroline Yang
- (2013) Founder & Creative Director, A good thing +
- (est. 2013) Founder of A good thing +
- Parsons New School – Design Concept Certificate
Taiwan
Chia-Chi Kuo
- (2021) Reddot Design Award – Best of the Best
- (2022) Novum Design Award – Gold
- (2023) German Design Award – Winner
- (2024) New York Design Award – Silver
- Founder of CREEP DESIGN
Taiwan
Yun-Shan Chang
- Design Director at Horizon Design
- MA in Design and Environment, Goldsmiths, University of London
Taiwan
Rituparna Simlai
- Principal Studio Arth LLC, Miami
- Harvard Alumni
- Recipient of the ASLA FL Exceptional Emerging Professional Award
- Design works published in leading mainstream newspapers and Architectural Journals
- Guest Lecturer at prestigious Universities and Jury Member at International Award platforms
United States of America
