I chose Vancouver because:
The nice natural scenery with both ocean and mountain.
When I’m not working you can find me:
Being in the mountain or near the ocean.
Go-to unit of measurement:
Metric metric metric
Skill still unmastered:
Flipping over pancakes in a pan with one hand.
Go-to morning drink:
A cup of lemon water.
Pizza topping:
Pineapple!
Xuefei (Faye) Wang
I grew up:
Born and raised in China
Education:
M.Arch University of Calgary
I chose JDa because:
working culture, cool projects, hand drawings shown on the website!
I bring to JDa:
Experience and different approaches in an international wise. A different perspective of design & construction to contribute to the company.
Path to architecture:
B.Arch and internships in China; M.Arch in UofCalgary, 1.5 years of working experience in a modular housing design/construction company in Edmonton.
My design philosophy:
Rationality, responsibility, and don’t forget to be imaginative.
Favorite space:
Meditation space, with good soundproofing and nature light. A bamboo screen behind the door, a tea table, and the sound of the wind gently blowing tree leaves.
Wood or steel?
Both. each material has its own personality, and architects must choose what suits each project better.