Collective Studio

COLLECTIVE is an international architecture office that practices architecture, interiors, and urban design. Founded by Betty Ng in 2015, and co-directed by Juan Minguez, Katja Lam, and Chi Yan Chan, COLLECTIVE is known for its research and concept-driven approach to architecture. The firm is dedicated to creating powerful narratives in their designs while prioritizing clarity, beauty, and function.

With a diverse team of professionals from various international backgrounds, COLLECTIVE brings a wealth of experience to their projects. Team members have previously practiced with prestigious architecture offices, including those of Pritzker Prize-winning architecture studios such as Rem Koolhaas/OMA and Herzog & de Meuron, as senior members. This wealth of experience allows COLLECTIVE to bring a high level of expertise and creativity to their projects.

In addition to their core practice of architecture, COLLECTIVE also engages in academia, preservation, strategies, scenography, exhibition architecture, and experiential art. This multidisciplinary approach allows them to create holistic and innovative solutions that go beyond traditional architectural boundaries.

COLLECTIVE’s philosophy is grounded in their commitment to the realization of architecture that is not only aesthetically pleasing but also functional and meaningful. They believe in creating designs that tell a story, evoke emotions, and engage with the context and culture of a place. Their dedication to research and concept-driven design sets them apart, and they strive to create unique and impactful architecture that pushes the boundaries of creativity and innovation.

With their international outlook, diverse team, and multidisciplinary approach, COLLECTIVE is a leading architecture office that brings a fresh and innovative perspective to their projects. Their dedication to clarity, beauty, and function, along with their engagement in academia and preservation, makes them a unique and influential player in the field of architecture, interiors, and urban design.