Sarah Wai
About Sarah Wai
Sarah Wai is an Associate Partner at Foster + Partners, where she has worked since 2018. She has a background in architecture, with previous experience at Patel Taylor and SRA Architects, and holds degrees from the University of Bath and the Royal College of Art.
Current Role at Foster and Partners
Sarah Wai has been serving as an Associate Partner at Foster + Partners since 2018. In this role, she contributes to various architectural projects and initiatives, leveraging her extensive experience in the field. Her tenure at Foster + Partners spans over 13 years, during which she has held the position of Associate Architect since 2011. This long-standing commitment to the firm highlights her expertise and involvement in significant architectural developments.
Previous Experience in Architecture
Before joining Foster + Partners, Sarah Wai worked as an Architectural Assistant at SRA Architects LLP in Bath for five months in 2006. She then moved to Patel Taylor, where she continued as an Architectural Assistant for six months in 2007 in London. These early roles provided her with foundational experience in architectural design and project execution.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Wai pursued her education at the University of Bath Institute for Policy Research, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree from 2004 to 2008. She furthered her studies at the Royal College of Art, obtaining a Master of Arts degree from 2009 to 2011. Additionally, she attended the University of Cambridge for a year from 2012 to 2013, enhancing her academic background in architecture and design.
Professional Development
Throughout her career, Sarah Wai has engaged in continuous professional development, gaining insights and skills that have contributed to her current role. Her educational background, combined with her practical experience in various architectural firms, has equipped her with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.