‘20 Under 45’: Fourth Edition - Spotlighting Young Architects

The fourth edition of Urban Redevelopment Authority’s (URA) ‘20 under 45’ programme recognises 23 Singapore architects who exemplify excellence in contemporary architectural practice. Collectively, they highlight the vital role architects play in shaping Singapore’s built environment and reflect the evolving nature of architectural practice today. Their work demonstrates a strong commitment to design quality – from reconnecting people with nature and sensitively restoring heritage buildings, to creating diverse and memorable living spaces. Beyond their professional practice, these architects also contribute to the industry and community as mentors and advocates, nurturing the next generation of architects and designers.

First launched in 2004, the ‘20 under 45’ programme recognises young emerging Singapore-registered architects for their design excellence, ideas and leadership and the positive impact of their works on the built environment and communities. Across its three previous editions in 2004, 2010 and 2017, the programme has spotlighted 60 architects, many of whom have gone on to deliver impactful works locally and internationally, strengthening Singapore’s architectural standing.

Learn more about the ’20 Under 45’: Fourth Edition Architects here: https://go.gov.sg/20under45-fourth-edition

’20 Under 45’: Fourth Edition Exhibition

Why be an architect today? Be inspired by the architects’ personal journeys, creative visions and bold aspirations in pushing new boundaries, opening new possibilities and shaping an exciting future. 
 
23 January – 30 April 2026
The URA Centre Atrium, 45 Maxwell Road
Admission is free

Operating Hours:

• Monday to Friday: 8.30am - 6.30pm

• Saturday: 9.00am - 5.00pm

• Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays

'20 Under 45': Fourth Edition Book

The book presents the ’20 Under 45’: Fourth Edition architects’ personal reflections, thinking and inspiration behind Singapore’s many built works, and their aspirations for the future. 

It will be available at major bookstores soon and is available at BOOKSTOP, a self-service station located at The URA Centre, Level 1 atrium.

’20 Under 45’ Public Talks

Join the specially curated public talks, where the architects share their journeys, works, design philosophies and creative solutions in addressing larger urban challenges for the future.  

Forum 1: How can we design for both the past and the future?

From churches to national monuments and shophouses, learn how five ’20 Under 45’ young emerging architects are designing for the past and future. Discover how they are finding creative ways to balance the old and new, in capturing the memories and stories of our historic buildings and creating new meaning.

4 February 2026, Wednesday
3.30pm-5.30pm
Function Hall, The URA Centre, 5th floor

Speakers

• Joe Fu, Director, ONG&ONG

• Eugene Aw, Director, LAUD Architects

• Quck Zhong Yi, Partner, ASOLIDPLAN and Associate Director, RSP Architects Planners & Engineers

• Cheryl Lim, Senior Associate, RSP Architects Planners & Engineers

• Wu Yen Yen, Principal Architect, Genome Architects

Forum 2: What does it mean to design tropical architecture

Whether designing homes, walkways in nature or buildings in urban areas, join six ’20 Under 45’ architects in a lively discussion on what it means to create tropical architecture, in creating responsive, resilient and biophilic environments.

11 March 2026, Wednesday
3.00pm-5.30pm
Function Hall, The URA Centre, 5th floor

Speakers

• Yong Mien Huei, Senior Associate, Wallflower Architecture + Design

• Alina Yeo, Director, WOHA Architects

• Razvan I. Ghilic-Micu, Founding Director, RIGMA 

• Chua Liang Ping, Associate Director, LOOK Architects

• Lim Shing Hui, Founder, L Architects

• Andrei Johaniputra, Senior Architect, Multiply Architects

Registration for the talk has closed. 

Forum 3: How can we create thriving and sustainable homes for the future?

How have our living spaces evolved? Explore with six ’20 Under 45’ architects the latest home designs that make living spaces more joyful and impactful.

18 March 2026, Wednesday
3.00pm-5.30pm
Function Hall, The URA Centre, 5th floor

Speakers

• Chaw Chih Wen, Principal Architect, Hyphen Architects

• Kee Jing Zhi, Co-Founder, Freight Architects

• Tan Cher Ming, Principal Architect, Ming Architects

• Keng Xin’en Melvin, Principal Architect and Founder, Kaizen Architecture

• Lee Hui Lian, Founder, OMG Atelier and Associate, FARM Architects

• Leong Lai Ping, Senior Associate, K2LD Architects

Registration for the talk has closed. 

Forum 4: How can we create more inclusive living environments?

How can we design our living spaces to cater for multi generations and people of all ages and abilities? Learn how six ’20 Under 45’ architects consider diverse needs and changing lifestyles to design inclusive and engaging living environments.

25 March 2026, Wednesday
3.00pm-5.30pm
Function Hall, The URA Centre, 5th floor

Speakers

• Goy Zhenru, Principal Architect, Goy Architects

• Lim Pin Jie, Partner, OMG Atelier

• Wong Ker How, Founding Partner, ASOLIDPLAN

• Koh Sock Mui, Director, RT+Q Architects

• Chia Yu Hsien, Director, Architecture & Digital Design, Building & Research Institute, Housing & Development Board

• Ng Ching Hsiung, Associate Director, DP Architects

Registration for the talk has closed.