Crafting the Future of Timber
- ALL AGES
Dive into the fascinating world of sustainable timber and explore how it's shaping the future (in collaboration with MJDA)
Date and time
Location
Millenia Walk
9 Raffles Boulevard The Great Hall, L1 Singapore, 039596 SingaporeLineup
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
- ALL AGES
- Paid venue parking
Event Description
As timber architecture gains momentum globally for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal, how do we address the challenge of material waste—especially from the conversion of logs into structural timber?
In this sharing, Luke Lim Tien Sung, Chief Architect at MJDA, will discuss the global rise of timber construction and present some of MJD’s recent timber projects in Japan. The talk will highlight how the office is using a series of experimental tea houses as design prototypes to rethink timber waste and material efficiency.
The session will also feature The Warp—a 3D-printed timber pavilion that explores new possibilities in digital fabrication with wood-based materials.
The session includes a short talk, an intro to 3D printing, a showcase of 3D-printed pavilion, and a take-home memento for participants.
Speaker Bio
Luke Lim Tien Sung, Chief Architect/Executive Manager, MJDA
Luke Lim joined Mitsubishi Jisho Design Asia as a Senior Architectural Designer in 2022 and has since been promoted to Chief Architect/Executive Manager. He is a registered Architect with the Singapore Board of Architects and graduated from the National University of Singapore with a Masters degree in Architecture. Since graduating, he has worked on Architectural projects of varying typologies, from large-scale Mixed-Use Developments, Offices, Retail Malls, Hotels, Integrated Resorts and a Medical Training and Healthcare Facility to small-scale projects like Landed Houses. He has worked on projects in Singapore and Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and China. In addition to these projects, Luke is also an accredited Interior Designer Class 1 and Mentor with the Singapore Interior Design Accreditation Council, having worked on numerous Residential, Commercial and a Church’s interior design.
His achievements have been widely recognised, with his elderly-friendly designs being part of an exhibition at the Urban Redvelopment Authority’s AUDE Space and also featured in a number of publications including the Straits Times. With a keen interest in sharing his working experience, Luke has also been an Adjunct Lecturer at Temasek Polytecnic’s School of Design from 2016 to 2022.
Frequently asked questions
This event is open to students, educators, design professionals, and anyone interested in the future of architecture and the built environment. Whether you're from a design background or simply curious about how architecture shapes society, you're welcome to join us!
While the session is primarily a talk and showcase, participants will get to take home a 3D-printed pavilion as a memento of the event. There will also be a live demonstration of the 3D printing process.
Yes, this event is free of charge, but registration is required due to limited capacity.
Absolutely! This event is designed to be inclusive and accessible — come with an open mind and leave with new perspectives on how architecture intersects with community and technology.
No preparation or materials are required — just bring yourself, your curiosity, and an openness to learn!