CATHERINE LO
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CATHERINE LO
PORTFOLIO
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Accomplished Architectural design and Project management professional with diverse and extensive global experience in leading complex high value masterplans, mixed-use, commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, cultural, institutional and infrastructure developments in Singapore and Internationally.
Strategic bridging of conceptual vision with technical execution in planning and design-led project management, multidisciplinary team leadership, collaborative coordination with clients, stakeholders, consultants, contractors, and statutory authorities, to ensure high quality construction and on-time project delivery.
International portfolio spans Singapore, India, Malaysia, Indonesia, Hong Kong,China, Brunei, UAE, and the Middle East; with award-winning projects recognized by the ULI Asia Pacific Awards for Excellence and the Global Architecture & Design Awards.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Architecture — University of Hong Kong
Bachelor of Arts (Architectural Studies) — National University of Singapore
EXPERTISE
DESIGN
Design Leadership
Urban design-Masterplan
Architecture Design
Interior Design
Creative Direction
Design Management
Design Development
Detail Design
Develop Design brief
Statutory Compliance
PROJECT
Project Delivery
Project Leader
Strategic Planning
Project Management
Consultants Coordination
Tender Coordination
Contract Management
Costs Control
Value Engineer
Programme Management
Resource Management
Statutory Approvals
CONSTRUCTION
Construction Detailing
Construction-Stage Administration
Technical Coordination
BIM Coordination
Site Issue Resolution
Risk Management
Quality-assurance
Site Inspections
Statutory Inspections
LEADERSHIP
Client Relationships
Stakeholder Management
Design Governance
Authorities Interface Consultants Coordination
Contractors Coordination
Team Building
Negotiations
Business Development
EXPERIENCE
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ARCHITECTURE DESIGN & PROJECT LEADERSHIP: Direct creative vision and design strategy across all project phases, from initial concept to construction completion.
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DESIGN & PLANNING STRATEGY: Collaborate with project teams, consultants and contractors to align design strategies and execution with client's goals and overarching business objectives.
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INNOVATIVE DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY: Combine forward-thinking design and modern technologies with sound technical coordination to ensure high-quality construction and quality control.
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT & ADMINISTRATION: Oversee comprehensive project execution, navigating statutory compliance, cost control, technical coordination, contract administration and programme management for on-time delivery.
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CLIENT & STAKEHOLDER MANAGEMENT: Lead presentation meetings with clients, stakeholders and Authority agencies. Engage in client relationships, manage fee proposals, negotiations, and build strong relationships that drive repeat business and growth.
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TEAM LEADERSHIP & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT: Cultivate a collaborative environment for high-performing teams, allocating resources effectively to keep multi-faceted projects moving forward smoothly.
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INTERNATIONAL PROJECT COORDINATION: Drive global collaboration across medium to large-scale multi-million dollar developments including mixed-use, residential, commercial, offices, retail, experiential retail, F&B, luxury hotels, serviced apartments, healthcare, institutional, theme park, entertainment, integrated resort and master planning projects.
PROJECT HIGHLIGHTS
RMZ ECOWORLD BENGALURU INDIA
Project-Design management
Project Teamleader
MASTERPLAN-ARCHITECTURE-ID works
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77.8-acre masterplan development with LEED Gold certification; for 7.5million sq ft of office space in 14 buildings, commercial and community facilities.
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New 'Open' Business Park master planning concept in India.
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Urban spaces with commercial facilities open to the public without compromising the high-security requirements of at the business park; generating more businesses for our client.
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Awards:
2018 Global Architecture & Design Award
Office building Category - Third Award
2020 ULI Asia Pacific Awards for Excellence
- Winner
BAGMANE CONSTELLATION BENGALURU INDIA
Project-Design management
Project Teamleader
MASTERPLAN-ARCHITECTURE-ID works
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Designed office buildings with supporting retail, F&B and lifestyle services; in an existing business park.
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Upgraded the existing site environment with more landscaped parks, improved pedestrian connectivity and efficiency of traffic circulation, and strategized the urban planning for the future phases of the masterplan.
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Directed the design from concept to design development, and developed typical details for construction.
DULWICH COLLEGE SINGAPORE
Project-Construction management
Project Teamleader
ARCHITECTURE-ID works
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An international school-campus; with world class facilities for the comprehensive programme of 3 schools, students age 2-18.
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Directed the design development and detail design for construction to project completion.
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Resolved multiple design, technical coordination, construction detailing and code compliance issues; value engineer to control rising costs during construction stage.
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Completed the project within scheduled targets for the grand opening of the schools.
RESORTSWORLD UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE
Project-Design Management
Project Teamleader
MASTERPLAN-ARCHITECTURE-ID works
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First major theme park in Singapore.
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Worked with Authority-agencies to develop new guidelines for theme park masterplanning, code requirements/standards and typical details for construction with non-traditional materials for theming works on building facades, external works and area development, interior decorations, show-rides, props and special effects.
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Led the coordination process with Authorities and specialist contractors/QPs; from design stage through to construction and project delivery.
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Attained the statutory approvals as scheduled for TOP and early soft opening of the themepark.
ESPLANADE THEATRES ON THE BAY SINGAPORE
Design development-Detail design
Design Teamleader
ARCHITECTURE-ID works
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Led the design development and detail-design of the external building envelope, facade-cladding works, and interior design works.
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Collaborated with specialists to resolve multiple complex design-technical detailing issues and code compliance issues.
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Developed the design and planning of the urban spaces for public gatherings and social activities; to complement and enhance the public's experience by the Bay.
DFS GALLERIA & ROYAL PLAZA ON SCOTTS HOTEL SINGAPORE
Project-Design Management
Project Teamleader
ARCHITECTURE-ID A&A works
Reconstruction of shopping mall; and A&A to existing hotel building.
Designed to upgrade and maximise the total GFA for commercial retail; and to give tourists and shoppers the 'DFS Singapore' shopping experience.
A&A to upgrade the Ball-room, and Spa-swimming pool facilities in the Hotel.
