Anders Ang
explores where art, science, and human experience meet. Through architectural design, he questions what others accept, draws connections across disciplines that rarely meet, and tests ideas through making. His work aims to create spaces and systems that make us feel — and think — differently, driven by curiosity that refuses to stay within disciplinary lines.
Shape Grammar - Thoughts on usage and pedagogy (Revised)
This revised essay examines Shape Grammar, a computational method that identifies and manipulates geometric forms during design. While valuable for analysing historical architecture, it cannot explain why architects made design choices—only how their patterns work. I argued that Shape Grammar requires integration with architectural history and theory for effective use and teaching.
Humid Air and Hard Truths: Thoughts on Architecture for the Tropics (Revised)
Tropical architecture once thrived on passive strategies like natural ventilation, perfectly suited for hot, humid climates. But in today’s crowded cities, where heat, pollution, and pests rule, these methods fall short. As buildings turn to energy-hungry air conditioning, we find ourselves in a cycle of rising discomfort and poor air quality. The question now is: how do we blend timeless wisdom with modern innovation to create spaces that truly work for us?
MArch Thesis Series 01 - Foundations
I completed my Master Thesis in Architecture years ago, but only recently found time to revisit its arguments and theoretical explorations. This series is that reflection, written to clarify my own thinking and preserve it, lest it fade. Part 01 returns to the foundations of the discipline, or at least, my understanding of it. This first article investigates my foundational understanding of architecture.