I graduated with a Bachelor's in Architectural Engineering from Ajou University, South Korea, in 2012. After graduation, I worked as a design architect at Chang-Jo Architects in Seoul for four years (January 2012 – March 2016). During this period, I gained invaluable experience across various projects, including mixed-use developments, office buildings, commercial facilities, and skyscrapers. My involvement focused heavily on space planning and façade design, and I regularly collaborated with clients through proposals and presentations. I also had the opportunity to exchange ideas and professional insights with interdisciplinary teams, enhancing both the conceptual and aesthetic aspects of the projects.

In April 2016, I transitioned to Singapore to broaden my architectural expertise and began working at P&T Architects. My role allowed me to take on significant residential projects, such as the high-end 15 Holland Hill development and façade design for Normanton Park, as well as interior design for a private clubhouse in Guangzhou. I also contributed to major projects like the new Singapore Management University building (DfMA), the MET Building, and Singapore’s first Prime Location Public Housing Scheme, River Peaks I & II (HDB). Additionally, I participated in competitions and expressions of interest (EOI) submissions, including the Funeral Parlour at Mount Vernon with MKPL Architects. This period deepened my understanding of tropical architectural design for residential and office buildings.

Currently, I serve as a Senior Architect at Gensler, where I actively contribute to mixed-use, commercial, office, and hospitality projects alongside a talented team.

MinJae is a highly driven individual with more than a decade experience spanning from South Korea to Singapore, he is dedicated to designing solutions that would go the extra mile. His strong leadership and communication skills has allowed him to fully understand and relate to client needs with little difficulty, making sure that design solutions created are always the most effective and well thought out with the client in mind. - Gensler Profile, Jan 2024.