Adib Zailan (b. 1994) is a cross-disciplinary technologist and advocate for human-centred, performance-based design methodologies. Having a keen interest in (emerging) technologies, his other pursuits revolve around research related to programming, computational design and fabrication.
Certifications
2021 – Present | WELL® AP |
Candidate | LEED® Green Associate |
Education
2022 – 2025 | National University of Singapore | B.A. (Arch) |
2018 – 2021 | BCA Academy | Diploma in Architecture (Technology) |
2011 – 2014 | Temasek Polytechnic | Diploma in Product & Industrial Design |
Awards
2021 | BCA Chairman Award; BCA Gold Medal Award |
2018 – 2021 | BCA-Industry Built Environment Scholarship |
Work Experiences
DP Architects
Architectural Technologist / BIM Modeller
Sep 2024 – Present
Lead high-priority technical initiatives and provide specialized computational design support for complex projects across the MENA region. Develop and implement automated BIM workflows, custom design tools, and innovative solutions to streamline project delivery and enhance team capabilities.
Technical Officer
Jun 2022 – Sep 2024
Supported project teams with concept development, schematic design, and detailed design for mixed-use projects in Mecca, Dubai, and Morocco, combining traditional design approaches with computational co-authorship methodologie. During this time, I received valuable mentorship from Digital Practice leads who taught coordination best practices and complex project management, providing foundational knowledge of coordination protocols and technical workflows that became crucial during movement into more specialized technical responsibilities.
China State Construction Engineering BIM Specialist
Jun 2021 – Feb 2022 Supported BIM workflow optimization for prefabricated concrete components at Singapore Institute of Technology's Punggol Campus, collaborating with architects, engineers, and construction teams. Implemented just-in-time methodologies to streamline drawing-to-construction documentation, with a focus on exterior modular elements. Ensured seamless coordination between design and construction phases while maintaining regulatory compliance.
B+H Architects Junior Designer
May 2018 – Oct 2018 Contributed to the Changi Hospital Medical Centre project through custom furniture and fitout design, leveraging my product design background to bridge industrial design principles with architectural spaces. Additionally led the studio's digital presence initiatives by developing and maintaining web-based platforms, marking my first exploration into programming and web development. This multifaceted role provided valuable exposure to architectural practice while allowing me to apply and expand my cross-disciplinary skills in both physical and digital design realms.