JURY
The preliminary and final juries consist of approximately 70% international judges and 30% Taiwanese judges, ensuring professionalism and diversity in the evaluation process.
Jung-Sheng Chen
- (2025) iF Award (Interior Architecture)
- (2024) Shortlisted for Good Design Award
- (2021) iF Award (Product – Home Furniture)
- (2020) Good Design Award (Housing)
- Principal of Archlin Studio Ltd.
Taiwan
Takbir Fatima
- (2025) Speaker at Kuala Lumpur Architecture Festival
- (2025) Speaker at Young Architects Festival
- (2024) Included in the book "100 Women: Architects in Practice" published by RIBA
- (2023) Winner of the first generative AI design competition Regenerative Futures by SPACE10
- (2023) Invited by the Ministry of Culture Government of India to exhibit at the first India Art Architecture and Design Biennale
Indonesia
Jeremy Smith
- ((2023) Co-authored Unfinished and Far Far Away. The Architecture of Irving Smith Architects with American critic Aaron Betsky — Runner-up in World Architecture Book of the Year Awards - Practice Monograph, London
- (2023) Awarded John G Williams Visiting Distinguished Practitioner in Architecture by the Fay Jones School of Architecture, Arkansas, USA
- Adjunct Full Professor at the Dunedin School of Architecture, New Zealand, and the University of the Free State, South Africa Has lectured, judged, and taught worldwide
- Practice work and research have been recognised by UNESCO, UN-Habitat and the World Government Summit, World Architecture Festivals, Masterprize Awards, Architizer Awards, Indo-Pacific INDE Awards, Taipei International Design Awards, and as Laureate of the Eurasian International Architecture Prize
New Zealand
Jesper Thomsen
- CEO and Co-founder of the OPAL Award, recognizing and giving exposure to outstanding projects in Interior Design, Architectural Design, and Property Development
- Jury member for numerous international design awards in Architecture, Interior Design, Property, and Fine Art Photography
- Masters graduate from Central Saint Martins College, London
Netherlands
Chun-Wei Lu
- (2015–2025) Showroom Architecture and Interior Design for BMW Dealerships
- (2018–2025) Judge, Decor House Award
- Director, CK Interior Design Co., Ltd.
- Principal Architect, Chun-Wei Lu Architecture Firm
Taiwan
Hans-Petter Bjørnådal
- (2024) Designed the Opening Ceremony for Bodø – European Capital of Culture
- (2022) Exhibited at Giardini Marinaressa
- (2021) Exhibited at Giardini Marinaressa
- (2016) Exhibited at La Biennale di Venezia
- Advocate for poetic and sustainable architecture rooted in nature and local identity
Norway
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
