Li Xuan (Joyce) Low

Interior Architecture

As an interior architect, my aspiration is to transcend the boundaries of conventional design, crafting spaces that are not just novel but deeply invigorating. I'm driven by the passion to create environments that don't merely serve practical functions but also resonate aesthetically, infusing life into every corner. My approach is rooted in storytelling—I embark on a journey that begins with a narrative and culminates in an immersive experience.

I envision spaces that breathe with vitality, sparking a sense of aliveness in those who inhabit them. It's not merely about functionality; it's about instilling a sense of wonder and delight in the everyday. A dreamer at heart, I firmly believe that the true essence of design is unveiled through storytelling. It's the thread that weaves through every decision, from conceptualization to execution, and ultimately defines the soul of the space. Regardless of the magnitude of its impact, whether small or transformative, every design narrates a unique story—a tale waiting to be told and felt by those who interact with it.

Atelier of INICO (2023)

A pioneering three-level daycare center situated at 385 Bourke Street, serves as a model for future daycare facilities. It focuses on nurturing strong connections between working parents and their children while prioritizing the comprehensive growth and development of the kids. The center's curriculum blends traditional and Montessori education to optimize children's learning potential.

Atelier of INICO (2023)

The playground extends across multiple floors, drawing inspiration from the concept of being on "Cloud Nine." At this center, the curriculum is thoughtfully crafted, integrating both traditional and Montessori educational approaches to maximize the children's learning capabilities.

Atelier of INICO (2023)

Maze of Memories is a stimulating experience designed to engage children in a journey that challenges their core memories, encouraging them to navigate their way out. With the added dimension of a mirrored ceiling, children are prompted to rely on their cognitive abilities while the reflections offer an additional layer of guidance.

Museum of the Handmade (2022)

This museum is a celebration of nature and the art of ceramic sculptures. By emphasizing the intricate relationship between nature and the versatility of ceramics, this museum serves as a platform to explore the limitless creative expressions achievable through this medium.

Museum of the Handmade (2022)

Each moment grew spontaneously like an organic matter which eventually shaped into interesting design elements, almost like a domino effect.

Acknowledgement of Country

The School of Design and Architecture respectfully acknowledges the Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nation as the Traditional Owners and knowledge-keepers of the lands, waters and sky that surround us, where we work, learn, create, communicate and make place. We recognise that sovereignty has never been ceded and this always was and will always be Wurundjeri Country. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who continue to make a better world through design.

We extend our acknowledgement to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff, students, alumni, real-life clients, and knowledge keepers, who have contributed to our own education diversity and growth. We will continue to ensure that staff and students respectfully honour ancestral connection to Country and Place in everything that they do.

We are dedicated to the notion of design to make a better world and we acknowledge that making tools, shaping place, sharing stories, making meaning, wayfinding and collaborating have long been and continue to be both central and integral to First Peoples' cultures. We recognize that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ cultural contributions have continued relevance to design practice and commit to: reconciling ancestries of design and contemporary practice as well as pursuing culturally and professionally appropriate ways to engage with a diverse population of colleagues, industries and clients. In a time of treaty-making and voice we understand that there are overlaps between caring for Country and the sustainable production of goods, services, experiences, products and buildings.

Guided by the principles of respect, reconciliation, and reciprocity we undertake to indigenising and decolonising design practice by dismantling colonial structures and challenging biases that have marginalised Indigenous voices and design.

As students of SoDA you will be given opportunities to both engage with and educate yourself in Indigenous creative practices and cultural protocols through a lens of inclusivity, diversity, respect, mutual understanding, inter-cultural dialogue in all aspects of design practice. Indigenous people have been telling stories, making tools, and connecting to Country through visual media, placemaking and place marking for more than 60,000 years and these practices are part of an ongoing, evolving and live tradition.