Zoe Chen

Zoe Chen

Asian Exchange 2025
The University of Melbourne
Victoria

Focus are

Australia in Asia

About me

Ever since I was young, I have been looking out for anything that inspires me to create. This translated into my passion for the built environment and the pursuit of a Bachelor of Design with majors in Architecture and Construction at the University of Melbourne. As an aspiring architect, I intend to improve the lifestyles of Australians and Asians alike through cross-cultural designs. I envision a future that builds towards the mindset that “The most sustainable building is no building at all.” I hope for cities to be safe and empathetic towards single parents, mothers, immigrant families, and many more. I believe the best place to start is in Singapore, one of the greenest and most liveable cities in the world. Besides my ambitions, I enjoy snuggling up in a reading nook with some coffee or watching the world go by in a flurry outside my window on a train.
Being one of the lucky recipients of The Westpac Scholarship will no doubt facilitate my smoother transition into an unfamiliar environment, and I am excited to use this opportunity to build lasting connections, expand my worldview, and eventually contribute to a more inclusive and humble future, where countries learn from each other despite their cultural differences.

My passions

  • Architecture
  • Sustainability
  • Visual arts
  • Problem-solving
  • Construction