Studio
Our Philosophy
We seek to transform existing spaces into bespoke interventions that are socially responsible, considerate, inspirational and environmentally sustainable for users and the wider public. People are at the heart of everything we do, from our design approach to the way we manage our office. Instead of identifying with any particular trend or fashion, our design approach aims to question and explore, to produce a design that fulfils the essence of each individual brief in an inventive way. We endeavor to deliver a creative and collaborative approach to every project, creating places that are well-planned, well-used and well-sustained. Regardless of a project’s nature or scale, we are committed to deliver seamless, detailed and punctual service to our clients.
Our Profile
Macau Headquarter Office
META ARCHITECTURE DESIGN OFFICE LTD.
Alameda Dr. Carlos D'Assumpção, n° 180, Edf.
Tong Nam Ah Central Comércio, 13° Andar CD, Macau
澳門新口岸宋玉生廣場180號東南亞商業中心 13 CD
Tel : (853) 2872 3301
Fax : (853) 2872 3942
Tokyo Office
META DESIGN OFFICE, LTD.
〒180-0004
Kichijoji Sun Building 206 1-32-2 Honcho Kichijoji Musashino City, Tokyo
〒180-0004
東京都武蔵野市吉祥寺本町1-32-2
吉祥寺サンビルディング206
Tel : (81) 0422-88-6419
DOMINIC, CHOI CHI IOK
FOUNDER, CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Macau Registered Architect, Member of Architects Association of Macau (AAM)
UK Registered Architect, Member of Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
2016-Present | META ARCHITECTURE OFFICE | Macau, China |
2005-2016 | JOY CHOI ARQUITECTA | Macau, China |
2004-2005 | FOSTER & PARTNERS | London, UK |
2001-2004 | SHEPPARD ROBSON ARCHITECTS | London, UK |
1999 Summer | SHIN TAKAMATSU & ASSOCIATES | Kyoto, Japan |
1999 Summe | RIKEN YAMAMOTO (FIELD SHOP) | Yokohama, Japan |
1998-1999 | FURUICHI & ASSOCIATES | Tokyo, Japan |
1997 Summer | JI MEI DESIGN | Guangzhou, China |
1996 Summer | P&T ARCHITECTS AND ASSOCIATES | Macau, China |
1995 Winter | TROUFA REAL ARCHITECT | Lisboa, Portugal |
CARMEN, CHAN KAR MAN
PARTNER, SENIOR ARCHITECT
Macau Registered Architect, Member of Architects Association of Macau (AAM)
2016-Present | META ARCHITECTURE OFFICE | Macau, China |
2005-2016 | JOY CHOI ARQUITECTA | Macau, China |
2003-2005 | FOSTER & PARTNERS | London, UK |
2000-2001 | WAM ARCHITECTS | London, UK |
1999 Summer | SPENCE ROBINSON LTD | Hong Kong, China |
TAKASHI HASEGAWA
INTERIOR DESIGN DIRECTOR
2021-Present | META DESIGN OFFICE | Tokyo, Japan |
2018-2021 | DPS JAPAN | Tokyo, Japan |
2016-2018 | LEG ROOM DESIGN | Tokyo, Japan |
2013-2016 | NAO TANIYAMA & ASSOCIATES | Tokyo, Japan |
2007-2012 | OFFICE SEKKEI AMERICA | New York City, USA |
2004-2006 | YT DESIGN | New York City, USA |
Born and raised in Japan, Takashi moved to the U.S. as a high school student. After graduating he began his university studies in California, and later New York City where he received his Bachelor of Fine Art in Interior Design degree from the New York School of Interior Design in 2006. He worked at several New York-based design firms for 8 years, primarily in F&B and corporative interior office projects, before returning to Japan in 2013 where he joined Nao Taniyama & Associates. His projects include renowned 5-star hotel F&B facilities (Hyatt International, New World Development, Rosewood Hotels, etc.) spanning various cities throughout Asia, including Tokyo, Hong Kong, Macau, Beijing, Shanghai, Manila, and Dubai. In 2021, he partnered with Meta Architecture Office Limited (MAO) in Macau and established Meta Design Office Limited (MDO) in Tokyo. MDO offers creative design services, specializing in the interior, F&B, and hospitality sectors, that are environmentally sustainable, socially responsible, and inspirational to users and the wider public.
Our Service
Our range of service includes
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Feasibility Studies & Strategic Planning
Tender Administration
Lead Consultant
Architectural Consultant
Regulatory Consultant
Contract Administration and Project Management
Our Team
MENG LAW
PROJECT ARCHITECT
Macau Registered Architect, Member of Architects Association of Macau (AAM)
Meng is a Project Leader at META who regularly oversees our office’s broad body of work. He has extensive professional experience gained through work on a variety of projects in Malaysia and Australia, and he excels in facilitating international collaborations with clients and consultants throughout Asia. His portfolio is comprised of architectural and interior fit-out projects on a wide-scale, including in the areas of housing, schools, retail, and integrated resorts.
Meng strives to push the boundaries of design at all stages of development, from a strong focus on conceptual development all the way to a project’s thorough execution and completion.
MARCO CANARELLI
SENIOR ARCHITECT
Marco serves as a Senior Architect at META. An Italian native, he completed his studies in his hometown of Turin. Following his graduation from the Politecnico di Torino he collaborated with a number of leading architectural firms in projects spanning several cities throughout the Italian peninsula. Since joining our team in 2016, he has honed his considerable knowledge and skill working on numerous large-scale commercial and governmental projects.
In recent years he has applied his expertise and creativity to leadership roles on a variety of expansive A&A projects in Macau. His impressive portfolio and highly adept management skills are a unique asset to our team.
LAURA PEREZ DE JUAN
PROJECT ARCHITECT
UK Registered Architect, Member of Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
Laura is a Project Architect and serves as Senior Project Manager at META. She is experienced in leading project design and team management all the way from design conceptualization to completion. She was educated in Spain, Portugal, and Italy in both Engineering and Architecture, and her breadth of knowledge and experience in design and construction techniques is an invaluable asset to our team.
Her work covers a broad range of sectors, including entertainment, hospitality, mixed-use, residential, and recreation, in addition to food & beverage projects for 5-star hotel chains. After more than 12 years of experience in the industry, she has developed an impressive and diverse portfolio of projects and has provided innovative design solutions to clients in both Europe and Asia.
BENJAMIN CHU
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
Benjamin serves as senior project manager at META and supervises our large-scale A&A projects. He graduated from Hong Kong Polytechnic University with a degree in Building, Engineering and Management. His work spans a range of projects across Hong Kong and Macau. His passion and innovative spirit are only matched by the high levels of quality and efficiency that he brings to each and every project.
With over a decade of experience in high-end construction management for integrated resorts, he has had the opportunity to manage a wide variety of projects, including residential, food & beverage, and hospitality projects in Hong Kong and Macau. Highly adept at time management, he continues to deliver results for clients in a timely and cost-efficient manner.