Fundraising for Liu Thai Ker Professorship

Dr Liu Thai Ker (1938–2026) was one of Singapore’s most influential architects and urban planners — celebrated globally as the Architect of Modern Singapore and the country’s first master planner. His visionary leadership transformed the urban landscape of Singapore and helped make it one of the world’s most liveable cities.

During a distinguished career spanning decades, Dr Liu guided the planning of 20 out of 24 HDB new towns, shaping inclusive, sustainable communities for generations of Singaporeans. He served as Chief Architect and CEO of the Housing Development Board and later as Chief Planner and CEO of the Urban Redevelopment Authority, leaving a lasting imprint on Singapore’s built environment.

Beyond public service, he advised cities internationally and was the founding chairman of Morrow Architects & Planners. He also contributed to education as an adjunct professor, inspiring future generations of designers and planners in Singapore and beyond.

Dr Liu Thai Ker believed in cities that work for people — where innovation meets compassion, and design serves community. Your support for the Liu Thai Ker Professorship continues this mission and advances ideas that matter. Give today and shape tomorrow’s cities.

Photo of the Liu Thai Ker Professorship established in 2023. From left: Associate Professor Thomas Kong (Assistant Dean, CDE Office of Development, College of Design and Engineering), the late Dr Liu Thai Ke (Honorary Advisor), and Mr Yan Dexiong (Vice President, Eng Choon Hway Kuan). Photo credit: CDE