Siren Design has appointed Ross Harniman to the role of Design Director Singapore.
A UK registered architect, Ross boasts an impressive 20+ year career across Europe and Asia. He is perhaps best known for his work leading the teams on over 15 global Apple flagship stores – a decade-long journey that took him from London to Shanghai, and ultimately to Singapore.
Siren Design Global CEO, Penny Sloane comments: ‘Ross is an incredible addition to our team. His values and approach to design are made for Siren and his global architectural experience will enable us to break into new and exciting areas of design for our clients. I can’t wait to see the magic that will ensue.’
According to Ross, ‘Siren’s bold, generous energy stands out – and I find that deeply inspiring. There’s a strong alignment of values: a purpose-driven, human-first, non-hierarchical culture. I see an opportunity to shape and grow the Singapore studio in a meaningful way – both creatively and culturally.’
Most recently at Foster + Partners, Ross focused on high-rise projects driven by sustainable, tropical design principles. Prior to that, he worked at Allies and Morrison in London on landmark projects such as the London Design Museum, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, and Rambert Dance HQ. His portfolio spans healthcare, education, hospitality, mixed-use, cultural, commercial, residential, and retail sectors—bringing a broad, integrated perspective to every project.
Ross states: ‘Great buildings don’t need to shout; they should quietly serve and inspire. I believe strongly in storytelling – creating spaces that take people on a journey and evoke a sense of place. Above all, design must start and end with the user. Every decision, from macro to micro, should be grounded in how people will experience and interact with a space.’
For more information contact:
Nicole Smith, Siren Design: [email protected] +61 407 296 710