About Us

Our Team

  • Shan DAI

    She holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) fr...

    Shan DAI
    Chief Executive Officer

    She holds a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) from China Agricultural University, a Master of Sustainable & Environmental Design (MSc) from The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Architecture at The Chinese University of Hong Kong.

    Her primary research interests lie in the vernacular renovation, and climate resilience design of rural areas, the application of passive theory in rural dwelling reconstruction, and the establishment of comprehensive lifecycle assessments for rural renovation. She has been honoured to participate in technical exchanges on rammed earth construction technology facilitated by the UNESCO Chair on Earthen Architecture BASEHabitat. Over the years, she has been involved in enhancing the adaptation of rural materials such as earth, wood, bamboo, and stone to modernization. Additionally, she has contributed to the design and construction of nearly 100 reconstructed rural dwellings and rammed earth public buildings across over 20 remote villages in China. This experience has equipped her with rich expertise in rural rammed earth dwelling design and construction.

  • Prof. Wenfeng BAI

    He holds a PhD in Architecture and serves as the Techni...

    Prof. Wenfeng BAI
    Structural Engineer

    He holds a PhD in Architecture and serves as the Technical Consultant for the project of Seismic-resistant and Livable Rural Housing Construction(云南省农村住房抗震安居建设工程) in Yunnan. Additionally, he holds positions as a Board Member of the Vernacular Architecture Branch of Architectural Society of China(中国建筑学会乡土建筑分会) and as a Member of the Expert Committee at the Disaster Prevention Research Center of the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development(住房和城乡建设部防灾研究中心). His research focuses on the renovation of structural systems for rural housing and the sustainable utilization of natural building materials.

  • Jing XIAO

    He is a Master of Architecture (MArch) and a National S...

    Jing XIAO
    Design Consultant

    He is a Master of Architecture (MArch) and a National Secondary Registered Architect. With extensive experience in theoretical research and practical design of regional architecture, he has garnered recognition, including one national-level award and three provincial-level awards, for his design achievements.

  • Peijia LI

    She holds a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) and a Mast...

    Peijia LI
    Project Manager

    She holds a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) and a Master of Architecture (MArch). Her research focuses on sustainable rural architecture design, including rammed earth and bamboo architecture.

  • Xingda GUO

    He holds a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) and a Maste...

    Xingda GUO
    Project Manager

    He holds a Bachelor of Architecture (BArch) and a Master of Science (MSc). He completed his undergraduate studies at the School of Architecture and Urban Planning, Tongji University, and pursued further studies at Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden, where he earned his Master of Science degree. During his academic journey, he also participated in exchange programs at Iowa State University in the United States and Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands.

  • Haochen ZHOU

    He holds a Master of Engineering and is currently pursu...

    Haochen ZHOU
    Technical Observer

    He holds a Master of Engineering and is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Architecture. His main research focuses on regional green sustainable construction technology and digital design. He is involved in the design and research and development of sustainable construction techniques for vernacular architecture such as rammed earth and bamboo construction.

  • Yong DAI

    She holds a degree in Clinical Medicine and has pursued...

    Yong DAI
    Project Manager

    She holds a degree in Clinical Medicine and has pursued studies in Management, Human Resources, Accounting, and Architecture. Over the years, she has been engaged in management roles in remote rural areas of China, amassing extensive experience in liaison skills and construction management. She excels in devising tailored support plans to suit the unique circumstances of various rural areas and is skilled at dealing with problems from a sociological perspective.

  • Shuqian CHEN

    She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and is a certified I...

    Shuqian CHEN
    Project Manager

    She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) and is a certified Intermediate Social Worker. She has previously worked for international NGOs and served as a consultant/supervisor for several social organizations. With experience in evaluating hundreds of philanthropic projects, she possesses expertise in community sustainable development, capacity building, disaster management, project management, and related fields.

  • Tony NG

    He graduated from the Department of Electronic Engineer...

    Tony NG
    Project Manager

    He graduated from the Department of Electronic Engineering at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and previously worked in the consumer electronics manufacturing industry. Currently, he provides professional advice on data monitoring for rural low-carbon construction projects and collaborates with various partners to promote sustainable development in rural areas.

  • Support Team

    Communications Manager | Emily LI Accountant | Shuang&#...

    Support Team

    Communications Manager | Emily LI

    Accountant | Shuang'e LIU

    Administrative Assistant | Can QIN

    Craftsman Team