Wesley Louie

Wesley Louie serves as Director of Architecture and Studio Head at Lead8 in Singapore. He is a registered architect in Victoria, Australia (ARBV), and a member of the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA). With over two decades of experience in the architecture and design industry, Wesley has worked extensively across the Asia Pacific and Middle East regions. He is skilled in leading multi-disciplinary design teams and collaborating with a broad range of developers, owners, and operators on complex developments. His background encompasses creative retail planning, commercial mixed-use developments, and masterplanning across a wide variety of project types. His portfolio includes key projects such as Parade at One Bangkok, enhancements for Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminals 1 and 2, Great World City in Singapore, and contributions to new retail-focused planning guidelines for future cities in Saudi Arabia. These projects demonstrate his ability to deliver contextually relevant and efficient design solutions that meet a range of client and community needs. A strong proponent of hand-drawn sketches, Wesley believes in the enduring value of illustration as an essential tool for visual communication and engaging clients in the design process. His approach fosters clear dialogue and supports collaborative, thoughtful decision making. Through his leadership at Lead8, Wesley is committed to ensuring the delivery of innovative, sustainable, and people-focused projects that address the dynamic challenges of contemporary urban environments.