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FOO TENG WEI

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Nickname: Andy Q1. Why did you initially want to study architecture?
Age: 20 A. Growing up attending art classes every week, naturally I would like to venture into an
Hometown: Perak, Malaysia art-related field since it is my strength. Initially, architecture striked me as a fine balance
between science and art, and my love for Minecraft and The Sims propelled me into this
field. After enrolling, only did I realised it much harder than it appears to be. Nonetheless, I
Skills:
like the philosophical side of architecture — rethinking the minute aspects of daily life.
Manual Drawing 9/10
Q2. Who inspires you?
A. Zaha Hadid’s buildings have always inspired me to take this field. The idea of designing
such buildings and have it built is just astonishing. But now, I think architecture is more than
Model Making 7/10
the looks, it’s about creating atmospheres. I would say the ideas of Peter Zumthor and
Neri&Hu is my inspiration at the moment.
AutoCAD 6/10
Q3. Besides architecture, what else would you like to pursue?
A. I would 100% go into playing squash only if I were good enough. I wish I had learnt this
Photoshop 5/10 sports earlier. I only picked up squash last year and I am totally in love with it!. Other than
that, IT, product design or interior design are in my consideration too.
Sketchup 7/10 Q4. What life lesson have you learnt from your first year of architecture studio?
A. Time management is key. It would govern whether you cry or smile finishing your work.

Q5. What message do you have for someone interested in studying architecture?
A. Nice field. But please think twice before enrolling. Be prepared to sacrifice your sleep and
leisure time.

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