SINGAPORE, November 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This November, Jakarta will host one of the most dynamic gatherings of 2025 for the ASEAN architectural community: the ‘Shaping a resilient future: heritage and modernity in architectural steel design » symposium. This significant event brings together Indonesian Association of Architects (IAI), Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM)THE Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage (ASA)THE Ho Chi Minh City University of Architecture (UAH), AustCham SingaporeAnd BleuScope as part of a powerful collaboration to explore how steel architecture can connect cultural heritage and modern innovation. One of the highlights of this year’s symposium is the participation of the prestigious Glenn Murcutt Architecture Foundation Australia, bringing world-renowned design knowledge to the region. The symposium also marks the exciting launch of the ASEAN Steel Architectural Awards 2026 presented by BlueScope.
The strong partnership behind the event is a group of like-minded organizations focused on advancing the industry and celebrating the innovation, creativity and authenticity of the region’s architects. Its origins date back to the biannual ASEAN Steel Architectural Awards, established by BlueScope in 2024 and widely acclaimed. The symposium takes place between two awards cycles and is an important platform for sharing inspiring knowledge between award winners and leading architects from across the region.
A highly anticipated feature of the symposium will be the participation of the respected Glenn Murcutt Architecture Foundation Australia. The Foundation, named after Australia’s most famous living architect and Pritzker Prize winner Glenn Murcutt AOis renowned for its commitment to culturally sensitive and environmentally friendly design. Its presence at the symposium provides a valuable opportunity for ASEAN architects to engage with world-class thought leaders. The Foundation representative is Ar. Nick Sissons, AIA, RIBA from Architects Sissonsspecialist in the design philosophy of Glenn Murcutt, who will share an overview of his work and its impact.
In addition, keynote speaker Ar. Steve Woodland, BArch FRAIA AIUS MDIA, creative director at COX Architectureone of Australia’s largest and most successful award-winning architectural practices. With over 45 years of professional experience, Steve has led the design of numerous nationally and internationally renowned projects. He will deliver an illuminating speech on emerging directions in design in Australia and beyond, focusing on the evolution of steel architecture to meet new living needs with adaptable solutions.
Additionally, there will be a series of panel discussions that will create a lively forum for collective learning with already confirmed speakers including: Ar. Kulthida Songkittipakdee by Jenchieh Hung + Kulthida Songkittipakdee/HAS design and researchThailand; Eng. Do Huu Nhat Quang, co-founder and CEO of GreenViet in Vietnam; Ts. Leong Sai Pink, head of the sustainable development unit at Land of GamudaMalaysia; and Ar. Budi Pradono, founder of a research-based architecture and urban planning firm in the Arctes Pradono a+u. The round tables will be moderated by Ar. Intanon Chantip, founder of INchan-workshopan architecture and interior design firm based in Thailand.
“Celebrates our collective commitment to resilient, culturally vibrant and visionary design. This partnership highlights the vitality of our regional alliances and will motivate the ASEAN architectural community towards bolder and more impactful achievements,” said Ar. Budi Pradono, a respected senior architect at IAI.
THE “Shaping a resilient future: heritage and modernity in architectural steel design” The symposium will be held on November 27 in Jakarta, with the main objective of strengthening the circle of excellence in architectural steel design through knowledge sharing. Differentiating itself from other architectural events, it focuses on building stronger connections within ASEAN as well as between the ASEAN and Australian architectural communities. Around 150 industry delegates are expected from Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.
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