Tao Chen & Jade Lee are the founders and co-founders of DesignRe-explore. DesignRe-explore is an international media agency headquartered in Guangzhou with offices in London. DesignRe-explore has also established design industry platforms such as HEPER, an international design masterpiece sharing platform, and iawards, an international design competition platform. Tao Chen and Jade Lee have been working in the architectural and interior design industry for nearly a decade, and have extensive experience in brand strategy, public relations and marketing planning. They have served over 200 founders, partners and managers of architectural and interior design firms, and have selected and sent designers or organizations to participate in prestigious international design competitions and helped them win nearly 600 awards. Tao Chen and Jade Lee are committed to providing a platform for Chinese and foreign designers to exchange and collaborate, aiming to discover and promote original and innovative design works, and to promote design practitioners who have made outstanding contributions in the fields of real estate development, architectural design, interior design and aesthetic creativity worldwide, so as to select industry experts and design talents with innovative contributions, forward-looking ideas and aesthetic creativity, and to provide them with a preferred platform to showcase their best works and help their business development. The event is designed to select industry experts and design talents with innovative contributions, forward-looking ideas, aesthetic creativity, and provide them with a preferred platform to showcase their work and facilitate business development. Over the years, Tao Chen and Jade Lee have integrated and cooperated with more than 1,000 media outlets and have a media publishing matrix with art and design, real estate and home, news and information, culture and entertainment as the core.

Hans-Petter Bjørnådal is a Norwegian architect who graduated with a Master’s degree in Architecture from the Bergen School of Architecture (BAS) in 2003. His unique approach to architecture is deeply influenced by his studies in social anthropology, landscape ecology, and philosophy. Hans-Petter Bjørnådal’s work transcends traditional architectural boundaries, incorporating elements of scenography and an intense focus on the research of nomadic cultures and the relationship between modern humans and nature. Since establishing his own architectural studio in 2007, Hans-Petter Bjørnådal has been recognized for his innovative and socially relevant projects. His work has garnered several awards and was notably featured in the Nordic Pavilion during La Biennale Di Venezia in 2016. His projects are known for their artistic and social anthropological perspective, often blending architecture with complex cultural narratives. Hans-Petter Bjørnådal’s works have received international attention, being published in renowned publications such as Topos, Byggekunst, Architizer, Designboom, and Arch Daily. One of his notable projects, the environmental theatre Klemet, was a finalist in the Architizer 2015 + Awards. His commitment to sustainability is evident in his efforts to harmonize culture, landscape, and narratives with nature. Hans-Petter often collaborates with students, artists, and various communities through workshops, emphasizing the importance of communication in his projects. Hans-Petter Bjørnådal has been engaged in many noteworthy endeavors. This include a public space art project outside Grønnåsen School for the Tromsø municipality, and the project Spheres, which was exhibited during the Venice Biennale 2021 and was presented at Kristiansund Kunsthall in February 2022. Currently, he is involved with the opening ceremony for Bodø 2024, collaborating with Phase7, Nordland Teater and Ada Jurgensen. Hans-Petter Bjørnådal’s career is a testament to his commitment to exploring architecture as a medium for storytelling and cultural expression, striving to create spaces that resonate with people’s experiences in the modern world.

Maria Chatzistavrou is the owner and Interior Architect at Maria Chatzistavrou – Lime Deco, with over 16 years of experience in the field of interior architecture. She specializes in the design of Retail spaces, private residences, and luxury hotels. Her work in these areas has been recognized with several awards from prestigious competitions, underlining her commitment to creating unique, elegant, and memorable spaces. Maria Chatzistavrou’s approach is centered around improving the quality of life for her clients by blending spectacular aesthetics with functional design. Her goal is to influence future design trends rather than replicating current styles. This philosophy has earned her acclaim in various segments of interior architecture, including retail design and luxury hotel interiors. Her accolades include: “Seven Stars Luxury Hospitality and Lifestyle Awards” (2019), “International Property Awards” (2019-2020), “Luxury Lifestyle Awards” (2023), “Big See Interior Design Awards” (2019), “Hotel Design Awards” by “100% Hotel Show” (2018), “Hotel Design Awards” by “100% Hotel Show” (2019) These awards are a testament to her skill and dedication to creating spaces that are not only visually striking but also functionally sound and forward-thinking in their design.

Oscar Hernández, born in 1990, is a distinguished Mexican architect and architectural photographer, who graduated from the Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes (UAA) in 2013. Since 2012, he has excelled in architectural photography and filmmaking, showcasing Mexican architecture on a global stage. His work, recognized through numerous awards, has been featured in various online platforms, books, and printed magazines, both nationally and internationally. Hernández has documented over 450 projects in Mexico, the United States, and Spain. His approach combines firsthand knowledge with insights gained from direct interactions with the creators and users of the spaces he captures. Photography, for Oscar Hernández, is an extension of his architectural practice—a unique method to observe and interpret the interplay of volumetry and light, focusing on scale, materials, context, climate, and function. His narratives aim to convey the original intentions and user experiences of each project. He is also the co-founder and co-director of STVX Architects, a firm specializing in architectural design, real estate development, and urban projects, based in Aguascalientes and Mexico City. The firm is noted for its innovative approach in the field and its contributions to architectural education, regularly participating as educators and workshop leaders at national architecture conferences. Hernández’s architectural and photographic contributions have been widely published in prestigious magazines and international blogs, including Domus (printed and digital), Archdaily, Architectural Digest, Glocal, Archdaily MX, ATK, Dezeen, Architizer, and Architect Magazine, along with Architecture News. His unique combination of skills in architecture and photography has established him as a notable figure in both disciplines, adept at merging design principles with visual artistry.

With a keen feel for usability, sculptural form, and style, Treasure Hinds is one-half of Anvil Studios, a boutique industrial design studio in Seattle WA. Over the past 15 years, Anvil Studios has brought over 50 products to market, holds numerous patents, and has been recognized with 100 design awards (IDEA, iF Award, Red Dot Award, IDA, Spark, and GOOD Design). Prior to Anvil, Treasure Hinds designed for some of the world’s most well-known agencies and technology companies, including Microsoft, Siemens, and frog design. Treasure has lived and worked around the globe, from San Francisco to Munich to Shanghai. In 2017 she co-curated the Good Innovation International Design Exhibition in Shenzhen, China. Treasure Hinds holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design from Western Washington University, where she serves on the ID program board of advisors.

Jimmy Landaburu has had a distinguished career in advertising, working with some of Ecuador’s top agencies including Maruri Grey, Norlop JWT, Lowe, and Y&R. He also interned at prominent agencies such as Agulla & Baccetti, Y&R (Argentina), and Grey Brasil. His creative achievements have been recognized with awards and honors at both national and international festivals, including the New York Festivals, El Ojo de Iberoamérica, Cóndor de Oro, Festival del Caribe, and Diario El Comercio. Jimmy Landaburu has been honored to serve as a mentor for The One Club’s Creative Bootcamp in New York, hosted by Wunderman, and in London, hosted by Wieden + Kennedy. His expertise in the field is further demonstrated by his role as a jury member in prestigious advertising festivals worldwide, such as the New York Festivals, EL SOL festival, El Ojo de Iberoamérica, Lisbon International Awards, Lisbon Health Awards, Adstars Festival, Muse Awards, Cresta Awards, Luxury Advertising Awards, American Business Awards, Vega Awards, NYX Awards, Wina Awards, and FEPI Awards. Currently, Jimmy Landaburu holds the position of Creative Director at Ludikom and serves as a Digital Consultant at PRESS NETWORK. He is also a founder of Bross Studio. His extensive involvement as a jury member in various prestigious awards further showcases his expertise. In 2022, he participated as an expert jury panel member for the NYX Marcom Awards and as a juror for the MUSE Awards, both associated with Ludikom. In the same year, he was recognized at the MAD STARS YOUNG GUNS by AD STARS, and served on the Marketing & Social Media Jury for the American Business Awards®, representing Ludikom. His acumen was also sought for the New York Festivals Grand Jury in 2021. Jimmy Landaburu’s contributions extend back to 2017, where he was part of the PRINT JURY for El Ojo de Iberoamerica and the Preliminary Jury for FEPI, both times associated with Creacional AAG. Additionally, he served on the juries of the CRESTA INTERNATIONAL AWARDS and the VEGA INTERNATIONAL AWARDS, showcasing his commitment to excellence and innovation in advertising. These roles, among others, reflect his significant impact in the world of advertising and creative direction.

Zhike Wang and Xiaoshui Li, who founded Topway Interior Design Co., Ltd. in Foshan in 2002, have carved a notable path in the design industry. Graduating from Hubei Institute of Fine Arts just two years before establishing their company, their journey over the past 20 years has been focused on commercial space design, specializing in headquarters buildings, interior exhibition halls, and office spaces for various businesses. Their approach to design blends modern style with a natural touch, aiming to create spaces that are relevant today yet forward-looking. They skillfully combine Eastern and Western design elements to craft spaces that are functional, appealing, and artistic. Throughout their careers, Zhike Wang and Xiaoshui Li have been recognized with an impressive array of awards, underlining their impact and skill in the design world. These accolades include the Swiss BLT Built Design Awards, where they were named Designer of the Year, and the Muse Design Award (USA) where they won the Platinum prize. They also secured a Gold Winner position at the A’ Design Award (Italy) and a Silver Winner title at the IDA Design Awards (USA). Their work has been further celebrated with a special honoree at the Outstanding Real Estate Award in London, alongside recognition at the GRANDS PRIX DU DESIGN in North America, the Architecture Master Prize (AMP), and the DNA Paris Design Awards in France. Additionally, they have won the Gold Winner award at the Architecture Society of China Interior Design Awards. Other notable recognitions include winning the Jintang Prize for Outstanding Project of the Year, a Special Nomination at the PI Design Awards in North America, the London Design Award in the UK, the Platinum Winner at the Asia Pacific Design Awards for Elites, the Gold Winner at the China International Interior Design Biennial Awards, and the Gold Winner at the Bauhaus Design Awards. Zhike Wang’s and Xiaoshui Li’s ability to create innovative and functional designs has not only earned them a significant place in the design industry but has also made their company, Topway Interior Design, a respected name in commercial space design. Their journey is a testament to their dedication and skill in transforming spaces into meaningful and effective environments.

Eugenio Bini is a multi-faceted architect and engineer, known for his diverse skill set and visionary approach in various design fields. His journey exemplifies a blend of technical proficiency, creative innovation and deep understanding of design and visual principles.

Graduating with honors in Engineering and Architecture from the University of Perugia with the experimental thesis “Perspectives of Urban Regeneration: Public Space and Traffic Calming Strategies” in 2014 and awarded as the best graduate student of the year, he qualified both as Architect and Engineer.

After graduating, he joined the International Workshop “Lisbon Expo, towards Urban Mending” within the Master “Remaking Landscapes” program at UPC –   Lisbon, where he learned from some of the most renowned architects like Gonçalo Byrne and Alvaro Siza. He has collaborated with a number of Italian and International architectural practices, including Carlo Ratti Associati where he contributed to high-profile designs like the Masterplan for Mutti Headquarters, a design-concept for Poste Italiane and Real Rio, an interactive installation for the 2016 Olympic Games sponsored by Cisco System.

Lifelong learner, always interested in new challenges and opportunities he has also focused on product design and auto-production. His project “Figaro” an hi-tech coffee table, garnered widespread exhibition and critical acclaim. 

In 2023 he developed “Enel Box”, an innovative concept that will revolutionize the design of secondary substations on the next years by reducing their carbon footprint with a circular approach, maximizing the capacity to hold advanced digitalization technology and facilitating its ability to blend harmoniously into various settings whether they are urban, rural, modern or historical.

As art director he supports companies to define identities and strategies of communication, covering different design areas including branding, advertising, packaging, UI/UX. 

His ability to cater to diverse needs and adapt to different economic contexts has earned him significant trust and respect by national and international companies such as Altromercato, Chicco, Clementoni, Enel, Inter, Mercedes Benz, Migross, Mutti, Municipality of Perugia and Alcamo, Pharmathek, Todis and SPAL, among others. His work has been also recognized with many awards and commendations.

Besides his professional achievements, he is dedicated to teaching and research, contributing to the fields of communication, design, visual arts and urban planning.