Yutaka E W
Computational Designer, Lecturer
Summary
Yutaka is a distinguished educator and consultant active in the Branding and Design field for 20 years.
He has been lecturing in various institutions including HKU, HKUSPACE and Thei.
He has also been consultant for high profile brands such as Luxoticca, LV, Samsonite and Vendi.
Yuataka strives to incorporate the emergent technologies to fuse his solid background in design training and delivers advanced workflows for Branding and Design.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Adjunct Lecturer
HKUSPACE
05.2010 - Current
- Expertly instruct Computational Design & Visualization courses for Higher Diploma and Continued Education Classes for the public.
- Certified Rhino3D & Grasshopper 3D trainer for diverse design professionals (Products, Architecture, Jewelry, Industrial Design, Stage Design, Toys etc)
Branding Design Trainer, Luxottica Eyewear
LUXOTTICA EYEWEAR, ITALY
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Conducted specialized in-house training for Luxottica Design Team on 3D modeling, streamlining the journey from concept to prototype for premium eyewear designs.
- Led in-house 3D modeling training
- Facilitated eyewear prototyping skills
- Enhanced design to prototype efficiency
Design and Technical Consultant
THE LYRICS CENTRE FACADE TEAM, WEST KOWLOON CULTURAL DISTRICT
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Delivered expert technical consultancy for the Lyrics Center’s facade and cladding systems, utilizing advanced computational design methodologies in alignment with UN Studio’s architectural vision.
- Consulted on Lyrics Center facade
- Applied computational design
- Enhanced cladding system tech
Branding Design Trainer & Consultant
FENDI
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Delivered expert training and consultancy services for Fendi’s boutique aesthetics and design optimization
- Trained staff in design
- Enhanced retail aesthetic appeal
- Boosted customer experience
Belt Colins Landscape Architects, Trainer
BELT COLINS
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered training to the Belt Colins Landscape Architects’ Design Team enhancing their proficiency in executing sophisticated urban design projects.
- Trained Belt Colins team in urban design 3D
- Enhanced landscape architects’ skills
- Led and execute training for design projects
Branding Private Trainer for Former Pandora Designer
FORMER PANDORA GROUP
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Delivered specialized private training in Jewelry Design and Modeling to Ex-Pandora professionals, enhancing their craftsmanship and design performance.
- Enhanced skillset of former Pandora designer
- Educated ex-Pandora staff in jewelry design
Urbis Landscape Designers, Trainer
URBIS HONG KONG
02.2020 - 02.2022
- Delivered expert training to Urbis Landscape Designers, enhancing project execution and excellence in landscape design.
- Trained Urbis designers in project and 3-dimensional execution
- Enhanced team’s landscape design skills
- Elevated project delivery quality
- Boosted efficiency in design projects
Lecturer
THEI
01.2019 - 06.2020
Branding Design Trainer
SAMSONITE
02.2018 - 11.2018
- Delivered expert technical consultation for 3D design, enhancing the innovation and functionality of Samsonite suitcases.
- 3D design consult for Samsonite
- Enhanced suitcase aesthetics
- Optimized design functionality
Programme Manager, Architectural Studies
HKUSPACE
05.2008 - 05.2010
- Spearheaded Academic Programme Management for the Architectural Studies group, ensuring a robust and innovative curriculum.
- Managed Archi Studies group.
- Taught design & visual studies.
- Engaged with Curtin University to foster creative excellence.
- Oversaw strategic collaboration with Curtin University to oversee and enhance the Top-Up Degree moderation process.
3D Designer
SUPERVIEW
05.2005 - 05.2009
- Specialized in 3D modeling to enhance and optimize architectural project presentations.
- Optimized 3D models for project pitches
- Enhanced presentD3n’s with 3D visuals
- Streamlined architectural project designs
Urban Designer
HKSAR PLANNING DEPARTMENT
01.2005 - 05.2005
- Architectural Design in respond to Urban Planning Requirements for study of HK Planning Guidelines and Town Planning Board.
- Coordinate with Town Planners on Architectural Input for Planning Studies.
Chief Consultant
CYS ARCHITECTS
01.2001 - 01.2005
- Architectural Project management from Inception to Completion.
- Coordination with project team with architect’s role as chief consultant and monitoring of construction progress and indemnify clients against damages by careful scrutiny of project progress.
- Liaison with government bodies in approval seeking and inter-consultants for overall project details and coordination.
Architectural Designer
HKSAR PLANNING DEPARTMENT
06.1998 - 01.2001
- Developed architectural design proposals in sync with government planning policies, enhancing public involvement and dialogue for the Territorial Branch.
- Designed proposals for Territorial Branch
- Aligned with govt planning initiatives
- Boosted public engagement & consultation
Education
Architecture, RIBA
University of Westminster
UK 04.2001 - 01.1998
Skills
- Generative AI/3D, AIO and Post Rationalization/Production/Prototyping for Marketing Materials
- Rhino 3D and Grasshopper
- Design Optimization with Meshing and Kangaroo
- Immersive Design Development
- BIM/Acad/Adobe/Design
- Academic Management
LINKS
https://www.hkuspacearchitecture.com/educators
Timeline
Branding Design Trainer & Consultant
FENDI
03.2023 - 06.2023
Branding Design Trainer, Luxottica Eyewear
LUXOTTICA EYEWEAR, ITALY
02.2023 - 04.2024
Design and Technical Consultant
THE LYRICS CENTRE FACADE TEAM, WEST KOWLOON CULTURAL DISTRICT
02.2023 - 08.2023
Branding Private Trainer for Former Pandora Designer
FORMER PANDORA GROUP
12.2021 - 05.2022
Belt Colins Landscape Architects, Trainer
BELT COLINS
06.2021 - 06.2022
Urbis Landscape Designers, Trainer
URBIS HONG KONG
02.2020 - 02.2022
Lecturer
THEI
01.2019 - 06.2020
Branding Design Trainer
SAMSONITE
02.2018 - 11.2018
Adjunct Lecturer
HKUSPACE
05.2010 - Current
Programme Manager, Architectural Studies
HKUSPACE
05.2008 - 05.2010
3D Designer
SUPERVIEW
05.2005 - 05.2009
Urban Designer
HKSAR PLANNING DEPARTMENT
01.2005 - 05.2005
Architecture, RIBA
University of Westminster
04.2001 - 01.1998
Chief Consultant
CYS ARCHITECTS
01.2001 - 01.2005
Architectural Designer
HKSAR PLANNING DEPARTMENT
06.1998 - 01.2001
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