Glenda Yiu
About Glenda Yiu
Glenda Yiu is a Senior Urban Designer at Arup in Sydney, Australia, with a focus on urban regeneration, international development, and environmental sustainability.
Company
Glenda Yiu is currently working at Arup as a Senior Urban Designer. She has been with the company since 2019 in Sydney, Australia. Arup is a global consultancy firm that provides engineering, design, planning, project management, and consulting services for various sectors.
Previous Professional Experience
Before joining Arup, Glenda Yiu worked at Woods Bagot from 2013 to 2017. During her tenure there, she focused on Urban Design and Architecture in Sydney. She also served as an Architectural Assistant at ARC Architects Pty Ltd in two separate stints, from 2008 to 2010 and then from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, she worked briefly as a Project Co-Ordinator at The BGM Group in 2010.
Education and Expertise
Glenda Yiu has an extensive educational background that complements her professional roles. She earned a Master’s Degree in Disaster, Design, and Development from RMIT University between 2016 and 2017. Earlier, she also completed a Master’s Degree in Social Science (International Urban and Environment Management) at RMIT University from 2012 to 2014. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Architecture from the University of New South Wales, which she obtained between 2003 and 2007. Additionally, she achieved the ACICIS - Development Studies Professional Practicum at Universitas Katolik Indonesia Atma Jaya in 2013.
International Development Work
Glenda Yiu has been involved in international development projects and research focusing on Asian countries such as Cambodia, Nepal, Indonesia, and India, as well as Malawi in Africa. Her work addresses urban regeneration, international development, and environmental sustainability, reflecting her commitment to tackling complex urban challenges.
Innovative Urban Design
In her role as an urban designer, Glenda Yiu explores the synthesis between built and natural environments to create innovative spaces. Her work often combines design and technology to improve the quality of living. She is passionate about addressing the complex challenges cities face and focuses on sustainable and regenerative urban development solutions.