We are delighted to invite you to a special networking cocktails featuring Dr. Johnny Chiu GSAPP '06, the founder of JC. Architecture & Design and OUT Scholarship, during the Milan Design Week.

April 16, Tuesday, at 7:30pm, do not miss this unique opportunity to mingle with like-minded individuals, gain valuable insights, and be part of a memorable evening celebrating design and innovation. Engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Johnny Chiu as he shares insights into his creative process and the future of design.

Please join us to connect with Johnny Chiu and fellow alumni from Columbia, Yale, Harvard Business School, Wharton, Penn, and friends.

About Johnny Chiu:

Johnny Chiu is recognized for his fresh perspective and concept-driven work, with a diverse portfolio that includes standout projects like the BLOOM Chair, set to be showcased at the Taiwan Pavilion during April 2024 Milan Design Week.

His work has been featured in global media outlets such as The Japan Times and Italy's DDN Magazine.

Johnny Chiu will be at the Grand Opening of the Taiwan Pavilion, we welcome alumni and designer friends to this unique event. Be among the first to experience the Taiwan Pavilion, setting the stage for an unforgettable evening. Please RSVP today at  https://forms.gle/kTsLA4rbaLB6255p8 

Date: Monday, April 15th, 2024
Time: 4:30 PM
Location: Taiwan Pavilion / Milan Design Week, Brera Design District Via Pietro Maroncelli, 7, Milan

Some of Johnny's recent achievements include:

• First Taiwanese designer to win the World Architecture Festival (WAF)/INSIDE World Interior of the Year in 2019 for the project JCA Living Lab.
• Invited as the Main Stage Speaker of WAF 2022 
• Designed 'The Moving Kitchen' for Taiwan Railways, praised by CNN Travel as "Taiwan's most beautiful train," and recipient of the prestigious iF DESIGN AWARDS Gold — the sole Taiwanese winner of this honor in 2023.

Johnny Chiu currently serves as the President of the Columbia Alumni Taiwan, aiming to connect alumni internationally, cross generations, cross schools, and into society, starting with the Columbia Forum in Asia and GSAPP forum in Taiwan.