The company was established in 1967, marking the beginning of its journey as a leading global design firm.
The firm has grown into a leading global design firm with a reputation for creating iconic and sustainable buildings.
It specializes in delivering large-scale projects with a focus on innovation, functionality, and aesthetic appeal.
The firm is renowned for its diverse portfolio, including residential, commercial, mixed-use developments, cultural, and educational buildings.
DP Architects' expertise spans multiple sectors, contributing to the creation of vibrant, modern cities and urban environments.
The firm has been involved in some of the most prominent architectural projects across Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.
Over the years, the company has developed a strong track record in the design of high-rise buildings and urban developments.
A key focus of DP Architects is the integration of modern technology and sustainable design practices into its projects.
The company places significant emphasis on the role architecture plays in shaping communities, enhancing daily life, and creating lasting legacies.
Culture + Values
LEARN – lifelong learning through DP Academy with in‑house and external courses, Revit/BIM training, weekly design talks, designSHARE and annual designFUTURE conference
LIVE – DPLife initiatives fostering camaraderie and belonging under the belief that “Every DPian Matters,” including company events and interest groups
LOVE – Corporate Social Responsibility using design to empower communities via projects like GoodLife! Makan and Heartware Network
designFIRST – a core collaborative design belief and methodology uniting all typology research and specialist services under One Global Studio
Environment + Sustainability
Top 3 Firms
Singapore Sustainability Leader
Recognized for delivering over 25 Green Mark-certified projects, including award-winning developments.
2045 Net Zero
Sustainability Vision
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions across projects and operations by 2045.
2015 APD Launched
Sustainable Design Framework
Introduced Attributes of Purposeful Design, aligning with global sustainability goals and updated in 2021.
2022 Green Good Award
Sustainable Project Recognition
Received the Green Good Award for the HomeTeamNS Khatib Clubhouse, showcasing exceptional sustainability efforts.
Initiated a green movement to raise awareness of environmental impact.
Expanded sustainable design practices through the Environmental Sustainable Design unit.
Integrated sustainability, wellbeing, and technology across operations with the Green‑Well‑Tech strategy.
Developed innovative products and services for the built environment through the Smart Sustainability Unit.
Completed notable projects like Resorts World Sentosa and NUS University Town under the Green Mark certification.
Designed Dulwich College as a zero-energy building under the Green Mark framework.
Inclusion & Diversity
8 criteria
Sustainability Criteria
Mapping of sustainability criteria against international standards such as LEED, Greenmark, and SmartScore.
Signatory to 'Construction Declares' pledge via DP Architects, DP Engineers, DP Green and DP Sustainable Design – committing to action on climate breakdown
No public quantitative data found on gender ratios or specific DEI metrics