Darren Chan Email & Phone Number

Darren Chan has 21 years' experience on both architecture and developer (client) sides. He is Co-Lead Studio Director of Architecture at Gensler's Hong Kong office, focusing on international projects of all scales, including megaprojects. Gensler has evolved into the world’s largest design firm and pioneer sustainable building practices. Darren also serves an office leader role, and as a Design Experience Leader within Gensler’s Design Synergy group.Prior to Gensler, Darren was Design Director and Head of LKF Design Studio - a division of developer LKF Group. He led revitalization of the brand, overseeing international projects, coordinating between Hong Kong, Phuket, and Shenzhen offices, developing their international mixed-use, hospitality, retail, and residential portfolio through close partnerships and holistic services.Born in Oxford, educated in London and Hong Kong, Darren graduated with High Distinction from the University of Westminster. He is the first laureate awarded the MAKE Architects 1st Prize for Architectural Excellence and Sustainability (2007) and is recognized for having one of the Best Digital Portfolios in the UK (2006 to 2009); his works were exhibited across Europe sponsored by Arup. In addition to numerous project awards, he received several personal accolades including the eVolo Housing, Digital Architecture, eVolo Skyscraper, SuperSkyscraper, and Marstopia Awards.Darren's global experience spans London, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Sydney, and Beijing. He gained expertise through elite mentorship at prestigious firms such as Foster + Partners, Aedas, Rocco, Woods Bagot, and Gensler while advancing to leadership roles across a diverse portfolio of international award-winning projects.Currently, Darren leverages his skills within top global design teams. He believes architecture is problem-solving and creating sustainable solutions that enhance user experience through design. His philosophy emphasizes impactful solutions derived from creative intelligence.Project reel@ https://darrenchan.carrd.co/*Masdar Institute, Masdar Zero-Carbon City, UAE.*LucasFilm Sandcrawler, Fusionopolis, Singapore.*Greenland Hongqiao World Centre, Shanghai, PRC.*Chu Hai College New Campus, HK SAR.*Thu Thiem International Expo Complex, Ho Chih Minh, Vietnam.*Hoi An South Masterplan, Hoi An, Vietnam.*Intercontinental (Regent) Hotel, HK SAR.*Shimao G11 Commercial Centre, Nanjing, PRC.*New Damei Meixihu Huanyu Centre, Changsha, PRC.*BPI Office Tower, Manila, Philippines.*Yuen Long Fraser Village, HK SAR.*Changan Automobile HQ, Chongqing, PRC.

Listed skills include Architectural Design, Design Research, Mixed Use, Sustainable Design, and 52 others.