Romeo Chang
Born in Hong Kong in 1991 and raised in the UK, Romeo Chang earned architecture degrees from the University of Bath and University of Hong Kong. He honed his craft at Kengo Kuma & Associates before establishing Haptic Elemental Research Office / HERO in 2019.
Romeo's design philosophy centers on merging architecture, nature, and human experience. By engaging the five senses, he creates profound emotional connections. His approach marries history, culture, industry, and materials, crafting unique structures that embody their surroundings.
Soon Chern Tan
Born in Malaysia in 1991 and raised in Penang, Soon Chern earned his architecture degree from Tsinghua University. He honed his craft at Kengo Kuma & Associates before co-founding Haptic Elemental Research Office / HERO in 2019.