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post updated 19 May 2026

10 Design appoints Studio Leads in Hong Kong and San Francisco

10 Design, the global architecture and master planning practice, has appointed new Studio Leads for its Hong Kong and San Francisco offices, further strengthening its global leadership team.

Louise Browne has been appointed Studio Lead, Hong Kong. She brings over 20 years’ experience across the transport, science and technology, education, culture and mixed-use sectors worldwide. Prior to joining 10 Design, Louise spent 14 years at Grimshaw as a Principal, where she played a key role in establishing and scaling studios in new regions, working in Sydney, London and Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Her portfolio includes major international projects such as the 900,000m2 Shenzhen East Integrated Transport Hub; Parramatta Learning Precinct, Australia; Dubai, Hong Kong and Sydney Metro; and the Grand Egyptian Museum.

Andrew Liu has been appointed Studio Lead, San Francisco. He joins from us from Arquitectonica International, where he served as Managing Director/Design Lead. Returning to San Francisco, where he first began his professional career, Andrew brings more than 35 years’ experience delivering high-profile real estate projects across the United States, China and Southeast Asia. His portfolio includes complex mixed-use developments spanning multiple continents, such as The Infinity; Avalon Mission Bay III; Trinity Plaza; Royalton, Imperium, Maven Towers at Capitol Commons; MixC Shenyang; Grand Hyatt Residences III; and the Intercontinental BGC Manila.

Louise and Andrew’s appointments follow the strategic announcement of Sabrina Klor as Chief Executive Officer of 10 Design last September and support the practice’s continued growth across key international markets. They will build on 10 Design’s established global footprint of more than 400 architects and designers across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas.

Louise Browne, Studio Lead, Hong Kong:

Louise Browne, Studio Lead – Hong Kong at 10 Design, said:

“It is a privilege to lead 10 Design’s Hong Kong studio, building on its strong legacy in the region. I look forward to collaborating with colleagues and clients to deliver human-centric and future-focused design, with a strong emphasis on building performance. Through our work, and within our studio, we strive to contribute positively to cities while supporting the next generation.”

Andrew Liu, Studio Lead, San Francisco:

Andrew Liu, Studio Lead – San Francisco at 10 Design, said:

“San Francisco serves as an exciting platform for 10 Design’s continued growth across the Americas. I look forward to working closely with Sabrina and the studio to deliver design excellence in distinctive, commercially robust projects that draw upon 10 Design’s international expertise and make a positive contribution to the region.”

Sabrina Klor, CEO of 10 Design, said:

“These appointments represent an important step in strengthening our global leadership and reinforcing our commitment to key international markets. Louise and Andrew bring distinct expertise, proven leadership and design ambition that strongly align with our vision for 10 Design. I am delighted to welcome them as we continue to evolve and grow the practice worldwide.”

10 Design is part of the 10^N collective. Headquartered in London with 1,500 creative professionals and 20 studios spanning five continents, 10^N is a unique collective of urbanism, architecture and design experts under Egis. It includes member practices with strong brand equity: 10 Design, WW+P, FIA, dhk Architects, U+A and Omrania.

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15 November 2025
Nekajui Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Peninsula Papagayo, Costa Rica
Design Architect: 10 Design
Executive Architect and Interior Designer: Gensler
Interior Designers: BAMO
Landscape Architect: EDSA

photo : Andres Garcia

5 November 2025
Rise by Athlon Active Living Community, Dubai, UAE

picture : 10 Design
Commissioned by Aldar Properties, Rise by Athlon is a new residential development situated opposite Global Village, just a 20-minute drive from Downtown Dubai. The project redefines residential living with a focus on movement and wellness. Spanning a 2-million-square-foot plot, Rise is part of the broader Athlon masterplan

10 September 2025

10 Design Appoints Sabrina Klor As CEO

photo courtesy of architects practice

10 Design Sabrina Klor

10 Design, the global architecture and master planning practice, announces Sabrina Klor as its new Chief Executive Officer.

Sabrina brings over 20 years of international leadership experience across architecture, urban design, and construction, most recently serving as Chief Operating Officer at Broadway Malyan.

14 July 2025

10 Design Appoints Ewan Jones as Managing Principal for EMEA

10 Design is pleased to announce the appointment of Ewan Jones as Managing Principal for the EMEA region. This strategic leadership addition reinforces 10 Design’s commitment to design excellence.

Ewan Jones, 10 Design EMEA Region Managing Principal:

10 DESIGN EMEA Region Managing Principal News

In this role, Ewan will strengthen 10 Design’s position in the UK and Europe, focusing on the quality of design and service to clients. He will be based in the London studio, overseeing the firm’s strategic direction and operations across the EMEA region.

Ewan brings 30 years of international experience at the intersection of architecture, engineering, and construction. Having previously held a Partner role at Grimshaw, Ewan is known for his creative approach to design and delivery of high-profile projects spanning sectors from national infrastructure through to city centre development and placemaking.

Ewan specialises in demanding projects, often large-scale, and with significant complexity in design, consents or client needs. Completed work includes The St Botolph Building and Lloyds Bank’s headquarters in the City of London, teaching laboratories at Dulwich College and a successful planning appeal for 123 new homes in south-west London. He led Grimshaw’s work on the early stages of design for the Elizabeth Line and the development consent order for Sizewell C. Recent work includes HS2’s Colne Valley Viaduct and an over-station office scheme at Paddington.

Ewan Jones, 10 Design Managing Principal for EMEA Region:

Ewan is also Chair of the Board at the Design Commission for Wales, as well as an Advisory Board member at the Welsh School of Architecture.

10 Design, part of the 10N Collective, is a global architecture and master planning practice with a dynamic team of 400 architects and designers. With studios across Europe, Asia, the Middle East and the Americas, 10 Design designs and delivers projects at all scales and complexities across a wide range of sectors.

Ross Milne, CEO of 10 Design, said:

“We are delighted to welcome Ewan to the leadership team, whose in-depth experience at a tier 1 design firm will help accelerate our strategic growth. His appointment marks an exciting new chapter for 10 Design, as we expand our UK team and London studio.”

Ewan Jones, Managing Principal – EMEA of 10 Design, said:

“I am delighted to join 10 Design in a key leadership role at such a dynamic time for the practice. I look forward to developing our talented team and shaping our future direction.”

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About 10 Design

10 Design, part of 10N, is a global architecture and master planning practice.

A dynamic team of 400 architects and designers are strategically located across three regional headquarters in London, Hong Kong, and San Francisco, and six additional studios in pivotal global markets – Dubai, Edinburgh, Miami, Dallas, Shenzhen, and Singapore.

10 Design operates at various scales, navigating the design of individual buildings to the intricate planning of entire cities, prioritising environmental, economic and social responsibility in its multicultural projects. The firm’s portfolio encompasses a diverse range of works, from grand mixed-use developments to dynamic retail, office, residential, hospitality, transport, educational, cultural, and civic projects. 10 Design’s hallmark innovative and multidisciplinary approach has produced work that has received over 340 international awards including recognised as one of the top 50 most significant architectural practices in the world on the WA100 list.

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