Charlie Hearn is of both British and Chinese heritage, a qualified RIBA architect, and a graduate of the world-leading Bartlett School of Architecture at UCL. He heads Inspiral Architecture and Design Studios which are renowned for producing unique architecture that challenges the way our built spaces can expand our inner nature creating a deep and vibrant connection to the outer world. They consist of a group of individualistic and creative architects, engineers, and artisans. This has allowed them to realize several dynamic buildings and environments throughout Southeast Asia and beyond. Taking an applied research and design approach, they have been able to pursue advanced methods of bio-responsive construction combining SIP technology, prefabrication, lightweight structures, earth building, bamboo expertise, composite eco materials, and polymer and basalt reinforcement in a range of building types of all varieties and scale. This expertise means they have become highly respected in the region for holistically orientated and ecologically aware architecture in both high-end and public sectors. These diverse skills and achievements have led to their designs being featured in many international publications and being the recipient of major worldwide awards including the UNESCO Prix Versailles award for sustainability. At the same time, Charlie is regularly invited to speak at academic and industry conferences.
Projects by Charlie Hearne
