For the first time, an engineer is a Designer of the Year

Singapore

WHEN looking at a building, what usually strikes first is how well the architect has designed it. What is less obvious is its structure - which is important and necessary, since this is what holds up the building.

For the first time since the President's Design Award was launched in 2006, an engineer has been recognised for his contributions. Hossein Rezai, a chartered engineer in civil and structural engineering, has been named Designer of the Year.

Besides Dr Rezai, a director at Web Structures, architects Rene Tan and Raymond Woo also received the same honour.

The President's Design Award is Singapore's highest honour accorded to designers and designs from all design disciplines. The re…