We are honored to have Sue Jean Chung, founding principal of Studio JCI, host our first Hybrid format BEAT Talk session: Breaking the Bamboo Ceiling – Tales of an Asian Female Architect on Site on Wednesday, Sept 28th, 2022.
BEAT is a volunteer-run organization made up of architects, designers, leaders, and entrepreneurs creating opportunities for community-building, advocacy, networking, and mentorship. We believe that empowering women in the design community improves and enriches the practice of architecture, the quality of the built environment, and ultimately, the human experience.
BEAT Talks are a series of discussions held at the offices of Architects across the city. Hosts will share their learned experience.
BEAT Talks qualify for OAA Structured Learning hours
Join us as we hear from Sue Jean Chung as she shares her story, experiences, and challenges she overcame as an Asian Female architect and founder.
The session will focus on Sue Jean’s insights on how to develop leadership and garner respect from Construction Managers, City Officials, and Clients – skills that can be applied to any stage in one’s professional development or any phase of a project.
This session will be held in a hybrid format, tickets will be available for in-person (Mask-friendly environment) and online attendance (via Zoom). Event schedule and location details below.
About Studio JCI
Studio JCI provides creative solutions to design challenges, adding value throughout the building process to create elevated architecture. Their work is a culmination of intensive study, from aesthetic concept and market feasibility to functional programming and building performance.
Architects and studio founders, Jaegap and Sue Jean Chung provide thoughtful solutions to their clients’ needs. Their innovative, multidisciplinary practice allows for a process-oriented approach to design and project execution. They use location as a catalyst to explore regional identity and vernacular technique to create contextually sensitive work. Founded in 2007, Studio JCI has a portfolio of single family, multi-unit residential, public, commercial, and healthcare projects with additional, extensive feasibility study experience. As knowledgeable guides, the firm supports their clients through the regulatory and planning process and understands the market forces that affect their investment return.
The firm is committed to finding solutions to address our cities’ most significant design challenges while finding opportunities in undervalued spaces. Studio JCI carries the firm belief that successful city building includes both contextually sensitive architectural design at a macro scale and micro level execution to ensure the quality of spaces contained also promote well being and functionality.
Sue Jean
Sue Jean Chung is a founding principal of Studio JCI. She is a respected and effective leader who deftly guides new construction and complex renovations at all scales and phases. From Design Feasibility through Construction and Close-Out, Sue Jean works collaboratively with clients and stakeholders to ensure project goals are successfully delivered to communities.
Her rigor and commitment have led to the completion and progress of some of Studio JCI’s largest and complex projects. Additionally, she has contributed to over 2000 residential units in the GTHA and Greater Golden Horseshoe region.
Sue Jean received her Bachelor of Architecture from the University of Toronto. In Spring 2022, she was inducted into the 2022 WLI Championship Team, an awards initiative originated in 2014 by the Women’s Leadership Institute of Urban Land Institute, annually honoring women’s contribution, leadership, and skills in real estate development, land-use, and city-building.
Location: 20 De Boers Drive, Toronto, ON M3J 0G7
We are conveniently located 1 block north-west of Sheppard West subway station. There is ample paid parking available on site.
Our office is located in the Domo Center. The BEAT talk will be hosted in suite 305. Please join us afterwards in our studio (suite 525) for light refreshments at our rooftop garden, a tour of our studio, and good conversations.
Event schedule
6:30pm Doors open
7:00-8:00pm BEAT Talk *
8:00-8:30pm Networking opportunity
*Please note for Zoom participants, the session will only last from 7:00-8:00pm