Hailing from The Federal Institute of Technology of Malaysia, Ar. Lee Jean-Kye then graduated with a degree in architecture at University of Liverpool in 2000. Throughout his architectural training, he has received several awards and scholarships, including the RIBA President’s Bronze Medal for his final year project.

Prior to founding Urban Catalyst, Jean formed a design & built company in 2007 where he further developed a boarder knowledge of the construction industry. With experience from various practices and ranging from mass housing, commercial developments, professional architectural consultancy, to project management and value engineering.