WE ARE NIMBLE, DISCREET, ACCESSIBLE, RESPONSIVE, CULTURALLY ATTUNED AND CREATIVE THINKERS BEYOND THE ORDINARY.
We draw on the power of local and global networks to bring the best minds and talents together, at any scales of hospitality architecture, hospitality interiors and master planning projects. We have proven track record of collaboration with global design firms in Singapore, Vietnam, Dubai and other related consultancies for a range a branded luxury hospitality projects across Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
We believed that successful project can be achieved when the whole project team are committed to the vision and that the macro and micro issues are considered in parallel to formulate solutions. Our team is united to work with the same vision and design philosophy.
Our team has handled several upscale and medium size architecture and interior design projects and all of the work at our Firm solves technical problems while creating a special place that expresses the character of our client.
PRINCIPAL & MANAGING DIRECTOR
RUNDDY RAMILO
Specialist Expertise
Hospitality Design and Resort Planning
Qualifications
PhD (Architecture) Graduated with Merit, UTM & Deakin University, Australia
MSc (Integrated Sustainable Design) National University of Singapore
BSc (Architecture) Full Scholar, National University, Phils
APEC & ASEAN Architect, LEED Green Associate
Professional Organization Memberships
Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA)
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
United Architects of the Philippines (UAP)
Key Experiences
Principal, International Design Associates (IDA) 2012 to Present
Associate, Aedas Interiors, Singapore (2008-2012)
Senior Design Manager, Wilson & Associates, Singapore (2006-2008)
Associate Director, Catallo + Mackenzie Designphase Hospitality, Singapore (2003-2006)
Designer cum Renderer, DP Architects, Singapore (2000-2003)
CREATIVE DIRECTOR
ED MENDOZA
Specialist Expertise
Hospitality Architecture and Master Planning
Qualifications
BSc (Architecture) University of Santo Tomas, Phils
American Institute of Architects
Key Experiences
Creative Director, International Design Associates (IDA) 2023 to Present
Design Director, IIDA International, Singapore (2017-2022)
Senior Lead Designer/Master Planner, SRSS Singapore (2006-2016)
Senior Design/Master Planner, JMA Architecture, Settle, USA (2003-2006)
Senior Designer, Perlman Architects, Nevada, USA (2002-2003)
Senior Designer/Master Planner RTKL Callison, Settle, USA (1999-2002)
SENIOR DESIGNER
RUNDDY JOHN RAMILO
Specialist Expertise
Hospitality Interiors and Luxury Residences
Qualifications
Bachelor of Architecture Studies, Victoria University of Wellington, New Zealand
Diploma in Interior Design, Raffles Design Institute, Singapore
Key Experiences
Senior Designer, International Design Associates (IDA) 2026 to Present
Project Designer, Studio B, New Zealand (2024-2025)
Design Intern, GA Studio, New Zealand (2023-2024)
Professional Organization Membership
Interior Designers Confederation of Singapore (IDCS)
REDEFINE. DESIGN. INNOVATE.
We love to question where the inherent potential in contemporary design lies, and then to disturb the ways they are created redefining the world around. We declare a real change, not change for the sake of novelty, but a change to improve human lives.
We love to Redefine, Design & Innovate spaces, forms and experiences that surround us and give new meaning to our world. A multidisciplinary design practice, our explorations are created amidst a democratic boutique studio atmosphere and progress in freedom between form, object and spaces.
Fortified with these aspirations, we begin each distinct project by seeking to do 2 things – draw deeply from the context surrounding each project, but also to dream freely so that we might transcend mere reality and convention. Each of our project endeavors to be delightfully surprising but yet relevant, distinctly local but yet appealing.
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WANT TO JOIN A WINNING TEAM?
At IDA, we want to be the place where talent succeeds. The place that gives a designer scope and freedom in their work, that enables them to become the very best version of themselves.
We are always looking for people who want to be part of something different – passionate people who can ignite a spark of change. As an inclusive employer, we welcome people from all backgrounds and cultures. If you would like to join a truly global family of design specialists, please take a look at our current opportunities, or see a selection of our vacancies below. Come and join us on our journey to be part of a leading creative design team.
