Peter Chen Chia Mien

Peter Chen Chia Mien serves as Senior Lecturer at Nanyang Technological University's School of Art, Design and Media, bringing 30 years of professional experience as an architect, sculptor, and photographer since 1995.

His research explores urban memory and computational photography through critical projects examining Singapore's development, including The Infratectural Sublime: Singapore’s Hidden Frontier documenting industrial landscapes and Personal State analyzing civic transformations. Completed works span Postcards from the Disposable City, Perspectives from the Ideal City, the URA-commissioned Bench Project repurposing National Stadium materials, and the LTA Bus Shelter Competition redesign. His practice consistently investigates tensions between idealized urban visions and physical realities.

Scientific recognition includes:

• Architecture and Design Excellence Award 2012 for Personal State
• CDL Singapore Sculpture Award for Reed Sculpture public art installation

As an educator, he has taught architectural design across Singapore's higher education landscape including National University of Singapore, Lasalle College of the Arts, and Singapore Polytechnic. His built portfolio features the Unplanned House residential project alongside public infrastructure works that redefine urban furniture and civic spaces through salvaged materials and community-focused design.