The son of a civil engineer, Shiyan(Chrisper) has been drawn to architecture since childhood. A wide range of curiosities led him to obtain a graduate degree in Architecture and a graduate certificate in New Media from UC Berkeley after receiving a bachelor's degree in Business French. Shiyan(Chrisper) is interested in the way architecture enhances people's experiences and understanding of environmental and social problems. He is also fascinated by the potential of new technologies in architecture and the digital realm. Shiyan(Chrisper) is experienced with a multitude of software, including Revit, Rhino, and Adobe Suite, and he thrives as a collaborative and efficient team player who excels in communication and coordination.

Shiyan(Chrisper)'s previous experience includes working on house projects from schematic design to construction documentation as a Draftsperson/Designer at Blue Truck Studio. He has also been part of a winning team in multiple urban and TOD design competitions during his tenure as an architectural assistant at AREP, including the Haichao Station project in China. Furthermore, his experience as a product manager and 3D designer for a virtual project that bridged NFT and real estate realms has honed his project management, creative problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills.