We value the design process, listening closely to every detail and aspiration.
We create spaces that inspire and offer lasting value and joy to all who experience them.
AN EMPATHETIC DESIGN APPROACH
At Designshop, we see every project as a journey — a chance to discover the unique possibilities that each space holds. We work closely with you, listening carefully to your aspirations, while thoughtfully considering the functional, aesthetic, and environmental factors that shape the place.
Our approach is grounded in empathy and respect. We believe in creating inclusive spaces that reflect the needs of the people who use them. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, and we value the diverse voices that come together to create meaningful architecture.
We are deeply conscious of the unique context surrounding each project, ensuring our designs respond to the distinctive environmental characteristics of each place. We focus on creating timeless spaces that tell the story of the sites they inhabit.
When you work with Designshop, you’re partnering with a team that truly cares — about your vision, about the environment, and about creating spaces that are both functional and beautiful.
People
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Joy holds a distinguished background in architecture, having studied at both the Liverpool University School of Architecture in the UK and the National University of Singapore. She began her career with Iversen Van Sitteren Architects before founding Designshop. In addition to her architectural expertise, Joy earned an MSc in Construction Law & Dispute Resolution from King’s College London, and has served as an accredited adjudicator with the Singapore Mediation Centre since 2005.
With over 30 years of design experience, Joy has built a vast portfolio catering to high-profile and high-net-worth clients. Renowned for her meticulous attention to detail and hands-on supervision, she is highly respected for her ability to resolve disputes effectively and consistently deliver projects on time and within budget. Joy has also shared her expertise through lecturing and tutoring on architectural practice and contracts at The Architects Academy (SIA) and the National University of Singapore.
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Samuel studied architecture at the University of Melbourne, Australia, and worked with MKPL Architects and Architects 61 before joining Designshop in 2010. With experience across a wide range of projects, including residential, institutional, commercial, and masterplan developments, he plays a key role in diversifying the firm’s portfolio and ambitions.
In addition to his practice, Samuel is a member of the Singapore Institute of Architects and served on the Design Committee from 2007 to 2009, as well as the Small-Medium Architectural Practice Committee in 2019. He has been an active mentor to architectural graduates as part of the SIA Young Architects League Mentorship Programme since its inception in 2021, and has also contributed as a guest design critic at the School of Design & Engineering (NUS).
Samuel aims to create timeless spaces and mindful design solutions that respond to specific environmental, spatial, and social contexts.