Ka Wey Tan

Interior Architecture

As an interior architecture student who is passionate about creative problem-solving, I thrive at the intersection of functional design and aesthetic innovation. My skills in CAD, 3D modelling, Adobe Creative Suite, and hands-on model making enable me to transform ideas into thoughtful, detailed projects, while my expertise in space planning, 2D rendering, and precedent studies allows me to approach each design holistically, ensuring both visual appeal and functionality.

In addition to technical skills, I value attention to detail, active listening, and a collaborative approach. These qualities have strengthened my ability to work effectively with peers and mentors, fostering an environment of creativity and open communication. My strong presentation skills and clear communication help me articulate complex concepts to diverse audiences, supporting a design process that is both inclusive and effective.

Driven by empathy and a commitment to enhancing the human experience, I strive to balance creativity with practicality, meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations. Through continuous refinement of my skills, I aim to develop designs that are not only innovative and functional but also impactful, reflecting both technical expertise and personal insight.

Serenity Wellness | Collingwood, Victoria, Australia

Serenity Wellness is an innovative health and wellness centre located in the vibrant community of Collingwood, Melbourne, designed to support the unique needs of creative professionals. Recognising the intense demands faced by architects, interior designers, and other creatives, Serenity Wellness provides a comprehensive approach to wellbeing through a variety of services, including a gym, co-working spaces, a swimming pool, yoga studios, physical therapy services, spa and massage rooms, and meditation spaces. By integrating these elements, Serenity Wellness aims to offer a balanced lifestyle that nurtures both mental and physical health, enhances creativity, and promotes professional growth. With a focus on community, collaboration, and holistic health, Serenity Wellness offers a tranquil yet dynamic environment where creative professionals can thrive, connect, and rejuvenate, contributing to both their personal wellbeing and the cultural vitality of Collingwood.

Fabric Matters | PAM Center, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Located within the PAM Centre in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Fabric Matters is an innovative space addressing the environmental impact of fast fashion. In line with Sustainable Development Goal 12: "Responsible Consumption & Production," it tackles the issue of textile waste caused by mass-produced, low-cost clothing that quickly ends up in landfills.

Fabric Matters seeks to repurpose fabrics, extend their lifecycle, and promote sustainable practices in the industry. Spread across the second, third, and fourth floors of the PAM Centre, a hub for architectural excellence, the space hosts workshops, interactive exhibitions, and collaborative areas. It fosters education, collaboration, and a commitment to responsible consumption, aiming to lead change in reducing textile waste and promoting transparency in fashion.

Regent Reimagined | Regent Station, Victoria, Australia

Regent Reimagined is a visionary project focused on repurposing Melbourne's Regent Station, transforming it from a neglected urban space into a safe, inviting, and dynamic environment. The project integrated CPTED (crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) strategies to address safety concerns while enhancing the overall user experience. By blending biophilic elements with the existing raw concrete structures, Regent Reimagined creates a harmonious balance between nature and urban architecture/ This design approach fosters a sense of calm and connection within the busy urban landscape, making the station not only functional but also aesthetically inspiring. The project exemplifies a commitment to practical solutions grounded in design theory, ensuring that both the beauty and usability of the space are enhanced for all who pass through it.

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.