profile
Over the past 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of working on some of the world’s most iconic luxury hospitality projects. From concept to completion, I’ve navigated global interior design teams, delivering world-class spaces while managing project deliverables, budgets, and client expectations. This journey has taken me around the world, contributing to some of the most respected portfolios in the industry.
In 2021, I transitioned from interior design consultancy to the owner/operator side of projects, joining Marina Bay Sands in Singapore. In this expanded role, I lead a talented team managing interior design and project delivery for Marina Bay Sands’ CapEx initiatives. Our projects span all operational areas within the resort, from Hotel and Casino to Retail, MICE, and F&B. This includes overseeing renovations, new builds, and asset acquisitions, all with a focus on pushing the boundaries of design an
One of out most notable undertakings during my tenure at Marina Bay Sands, a multi-year $1.75 billion transformation initiative, designed to elevate the brand and redefine luxury hospitality in the region. A highlight of this journey is the newly launched Paiza Collection—a suite-focused offering served by Singapore’s largest butler team. This collection represents a key pillar of Marina Bay Sands’ transformation, combining world-class service with exquisite design to cater to the resort’s most discerning guests.
Looking ahead, the fourth tower at Marina Bay Sands represents an ambitious new chapter, with aspirations to set a new global benchmark for integrated resort experiences. By blending architectural innovation with unmatched luxury, the project seeks to reinforce MBS’s position as a leader in hospitality, entertainment, and urban design on the world stage.
As a seasoned collaborator and creative problem solver, I have a proven track record, partnering with all project stakeholders, interpreting operational needs into holistic and integrated interior solutions.
Highlights
Diverse Project Experience
25+ years’ global project experience spanning all aspects of tier-one integrated resort delivery
2 - $100m+ tier-one, top-grossing, high-limits casino areas (Paiza - Marina Bay Sands, Singapore & Galaxy 3a, Macau)
World-class hospitality and guestroom experiences (Okura, Manila & Marina Bay Sands, Singapore)
Award-winning specialty F&B (Mandarin Oriental’s MO Bar, Singapore)
5+ High-capacity premium bottle-service nightclubs (Reign, Vanquish, Prive’, Gold Room)
MICE (Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore)
5+ years retail focused experience
Casino Specialisation
Experience with 5+ casino operators. Notably: Marina Bay Sands, Galaxy, Resorts World, Nustar
Design management and delivery of all 4 phases of Marina Bay Sands most prestigious Paiza high-limits gaming areas. Including: Communal Gaming, Private Salons, 2+ Exclusive F&B’s and related public areas
Design and delivery of Galaxy Macau’s Phase 3a Casino areas. Including: High-limits communal gaming, slots and premium salons
Communication
My strength as an effective communicator, without doubt, has been the key to my success and career advancement thus far. Having navigated cross-culturaly, the nuanced politics of design and project delivery for large-scale developments globally, I have been left with a unique perspective allowing me to pivot efficiently between the orbits of bottom-line driven executives, visionary creatives, and delivery focused contractors. This ability to foster productive working partnerships, while translating artistic vision into practical real-world solutions, is critical to my projects’ success and by far, the most rewarding aspect of my career.
People Management
I aspire to be an inspirational leader and take pleasure in motivating, nurturing and developing my project team and design talent. My leadership style utilizes a good-humoured nature and positive reinforcement to contribute to the atmosphere of the studio and set the tone for a mutual respect. In my current role, I am responsible for:
Selection and on boarding of all new project team members
Conducting performance reviews and annual goal setting
Providing active coaching and mentoring of team members
Quarterly resource projections and validation against active projects
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Marina Bay Sands | Singapore
Galaxy Entertainment Group | Cotai Strip, Macau, China
Resorts World Manila | Newport City, Manila, Philippines
Accor Hotel Group | Singapore
Ritz Carlton | Doha, Qatar
St Regis Hotels & Resorts | Zhuhai, China
Swissôtel | Singapore
Mandarin Oriental | Singapore
Stars Entertainment Group | Australia
Sofitel | Singapore
LODHA Group | Mumbai, India
Nespresso | Singapore
HP | Singapore
Samsung | Singapore
AG Entertainment | Atlanta, Georgia USA
Gidewon Group | Atlanta, Georgia USA
JOB HISTORY
Vice President of Interior Design | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
December 2024 to Present
In 2021, I joined Marina Bay Sands in Singapore transitioning from ID consultancy, to the owner/operator side of design & project management. As Vice President of Interior Design, I lead a team of approximately 20 professionals including: Design Directors, Design Managers, and FF&E Design Managers. I are responsible for managing the interior design and delivery for MBS CapEx initiatives including renovations, new-build and asset acquisitions. Our projects span all operational verticals within the resort, including: Hotel, Casino, Retail, MICE, and F&B. My role on projects encompasses the complete lifecycle of design, starting from the initial concept and extending through handover to the business.
Executive Director of Design | Marina Bay Sands, Singapore
January 2021 to 2024
My role on projects encompasses the complete lifecycle of design, starting from the initial concept and extending through handover to the business.
Predesign
Workshop and substantiate operational briefs with relevant operational stakeholders including test-fits, cost assessments, and early ROI validation
Develop Interior Design Briefs ensuring appropriate ID positioning and alignment with cost plan
Drawing from a cultivated global network of best-in-class design consultants, I am responsible for vetting appropriate partners to shortlist for competitive tender (ID, Art, Signage, etc.)
Prepare tender documentation including scope of services, technical deliverables, project programs, etc.
Review and assess consultant proposals ensuring project consultants are clear on deliverables, scope, manpower and design fees
Assign appropriate ID team resources considering overhead and project forecasts
Design
Upon consultant award and onset of design, detailed workplans are issued to consultants to ensure project workshops are effective and deliverable milestones are met
At the end of each design phase, I, with the support of my team, conduct thorough assessments of design deliverables identifying any design or performance issues, providing constructive critiques, & filtering appropriate design and operational feedback back to the project team. This feedback is instrumental in refining and elevating the quality of design and ensuring the desired design objectives are met.
The ID team, under my leadership, is responsible for reviewing consultant specified FF&E for each project to ensure the proposed selections are both visually and functionally appropriate.
As a design leader, it is my responsibility to present completed designs to all stakeholders for both the regional and global executive approval.
Delivery
At the end of project design, my role changes to delivery oversight and design implementation.
This includes thorough reviews of CD documentation, tender documentation, shop-drawings & mock-ups reviews - all with a focus on ensuring design vision, operational intent and project budget are achieved.
Project Director, HBAGaming | Hirsch Bedner Associates, Singapore
June 2018 to January 2021
Reporting directly to the Principal of HBAGaming, I was responsible for all aspects of design and project management for the all Casino and IR related projects under our scope.
Client Facing
As the primary contact person for projects, I liaised with my counterparts on the client operations teams to insure requirements and design standards were captured and deliverables were met
I was responsible for coordinating design intent and implementation with lead consultants
I presented as required and/or provided support to the studio Principal ID lead for presentations with the owner and operational stakeholders.
On site coordination including mock-up reviews, project control group meetings, workshops etc.
Internal
Mobilizing the project team; overseeing project implementation and managing deliverables
Providing strategic leadership and both creatively and technically for successful implementation of all project activities
Studio financial and administrative oversight, reporting, monitoring profit and loss and resource allocation
Senior Designer, Blueplate Studio | Wilson Associates, Singapore
December 2016 to June 2018
While Senior Designer at Wilson Associates I was responsible for conceptualizing design direction and interpreting the the project requirements in a manner that both reflected the client’s vision, and responded to the specific nuances of the target demographic, project location, history, culture, budget and schedule. I was involved in each stage of design, working closely with the client and project teams to ensure consistency and conformity with the established design concept.
Personally responsible for managing all phases of the design including - Concept narrative, zoning, concept presentations, construction documentation, details and construction administration
Daily coordination cross-discipline with owners, operators, architects, engineers, general contractors, and consultants
Coordinating with the project team to develop and manage project timelines and deliverables
Principal | Studio Dialect
April 2011 to 2016
In 2011, I founded Studio Dialect design consultancy and was commissioned by an Atlanta-based entertainment group to develop a series of luxury bottle service lounges and nightclubs. For 5 years I designed and completed 6 projects before relocating with my family to Singapore.
Designed and completed six luxury high-capacity nightclub / lounge concepts
Personally responsible for all phases of the design including - contracts, budgeting, scheduling, specifications, and construction administration
Coordinated cross-discipline on-site with architects, engineers, vendors, lighting/sound technicians, and general contractors
Developed and managed all project budgets, timelines and team resources
Solicited bids for fabrication, installation, and arrangement of the materials, finishes, and furnishings required
Senior Designer | Habachy Designs Inc.
December 2006 to March 2011
Managed all aspects of the design process from concept through construction for residential, restaurant, retail, spa, and nightclub projects based in the United States and abroad.
Developed design concepts in 2D and 3D presentation/design drawings
Responsible for overall project administration and organization
Coordinated with design leader to initiate concepts, manage budgets and schedules
Set the overall strategy for producing the design documents for each stage of the work
Associate Designer | Norris Design Studio
January 2006 to December 2006
In 2006, I branched out with a colleague as the first employee for his ID startup, I was given firsthand access to the intricacies of building and managing a design business from scratch. This proved to be a critical building block that, in the years to come, would help me have the confidence to start my own business. Project experience included airport Retail and F&B establishments throughout the United States.
Associate Designer | Raymond Design Atlanta
March 2001 to January 2006
Hired as an intern out of university, and elevated to Design Associate, these first 5 years of my professional development allowed me to cut my teeth in the design industry alongside an experienced team of designers and architects. Our project focus was Retail and F&B design.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts | Interior Design
American Intercontinental University
Magna Cum Laude