10 Design, the global architecture and master planning practice, has appointed new Studio Leads for its Hong Kong and San Francisco offices, further strengthening its global leadership team.
Louise Browne has been appointed Studio Lead, Hong Kong. She brings over 20 years’ experience across the transport, science and technology, education, culture and mixed-use sectors worldwide. Prior to joining 10 Design, Louise spent 14 years at Grimshaw as a Principal, where she played a key role in establishing and scaling studios in new regions, working in Sydney, London and Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Her portfolio includes major international projects such as the 900,000m2 Shenzhen East Integrated Transport Hub; Parramatta Learning Precinct, Australia; Dubai, Hong Kong and Sydney Metro; and the Grand Egyptian Museum.
Andrew Liu has been appointed Studio Lead, San Francisco. He joins from us from Arquitectonica International, where he served as Managing Director/Design Lead. Returning to San Francisco, where he first began his professional career, Andrew brings more than 35 years’ experience delivering high-profile real estate projects across the United States, China and Southeast Asia. His portfolio includes complex mixed-use developments spanning multiple continents, such as The Infinity; Avalon Mission Bay III; Trinity Plaza; Royalton, Imperium, Maven Towers at Capitol Commons; MixC Shenyang; Grand Hyatt Residences III; and the Intercontinental BGC Manila.
Louise and Andrew’s appointments follow the strategic announcement of Sabrina Klor as Chief Executive Officer of 10 Design last September and support the practice’s continued growth across key international markets. They will build on 10 Design’s established global footprint of more than 400 architects and designers across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas.
Louise Browne, Studio Lead – Hong Kong at 10 Design, said:
“It is a privilege to lead 10 Design’s Hong Kong studio, building on its strong legacy in the region. I look forward to collaborating with colleagues and clients to deliver human-centric and future-focused design, with a strong emphasis on building performance. Through our work, and within our studio, we strive to contribute positively to cities while supporting the next generation.”
Andrew Liu, Studio Lead – San Francisco at 10 Design, said:
“San Francisco serves as an exciting platform for 10 Design’s continued growth across the Americas. I look forward to working closely with Sabrina and the studio to deliver design excellence in distinctive, commercially robust projects that draw upon 10 Design’s international expertise and make a positive contribution to the region.”
Sabrina Klor, CEO of 10 Design, said:
“These appointments represent an important step in strengthening our global leadership and reinforcing our commitment to key international markets. Louise and Andrew bring distinct expertise, proven leadership and design ambition that strongly align with our vision for 10 Design. I am delighted to welcome them as we continue to evolve and grow the practice worldwide.”
10 Design is part of the 10N collective. Headquartered in London with 1,500 creative professionals and 20 studios spanning five continents, 10N is a unique collective of urbanism, architecture and design experts under Egis. It includes member practices with strong brand equity: 10 Design, WW+P, FIA, dhk Architects, U+A and Omrania.