EP03 | Creative Global Practice : From Malaysia to the World

Episode 3 features Pamela Poh Sin Tan, an interdisciplinary artist and architectural designer whose work blurs the boundaries between art, architecture, and design. Produced in collaboration with KLDF (Kuala Lumpur Design Festival), the episode explores Pamela’s journey from architectural training to establishing Poh Sin Studio, where she crafts poetic and spatial narratives through material exploration and cross-disciplinary thinking. Her creations challenge perceptions of form and function, inviting audiences to see the unseen and find delight in ambiguity.The conversation dives into the philosophy behind Pamela’s acclaimed works such as Eden and Projection Kite - projects that have earned international recognition including the German Design Council Iconic Award (Best of the Best) and Design for Asia Awards. Pamela shares how architecture continues to inform her art-making process, the experience of showcasing her work globally, and how she navigates the freedom and complexity of creating without a client brief. The episode concludes with her advice to emerging creatives on transforming curiosity and experimentation into a sustainable professional journey.