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Schmidt Nominated for AIA Fellowship

Hong Kong, 15 March 2022 ————– Founder and Creative Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt was nominated by AIA Hong Kong for induction into the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects (AIA).

AIA Fellows are recognized with AIA’s highest membership honor for their exceptional work and contributions to architecture […]

Schmidt Presents Lunar Hotel & Research Base in AIAA Webinar

Hong Kong, 19 December 2020 ————– Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, architect Thomas Schmidt presented his award-winning Lunar Research Base concept in an International Space Architects Conference webinar, hosted by the American Institute of Aeronautics & Astronautics (AIAA).

A rotating “sun tracker” at the center of the surface facilities converts […]

Schmidt Certified as WELL AP

Hong Kong, 19 August 2020 ————– Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt, AIA received certification from US Green Building Certification Inc. for attaining the designation of WELL AP (Accredited Professional).

The WELL Building Standard is currently regarded as the leading tool for advancing health and well-being in buildings globally. […]

Architect Wins NASA Prize for Venus Rover Design

Hong Kong, 7 July 2020 ————– Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt, was awarded an Honorable Mention in the NASA Tournament’s “Exploring Hell: Avoiding Obstacles on a Clockwork Rover” design competition. Organized by HeroX, the design challenge called for a mechanically-based obstacle sensor system for a future rover that […]

Impromptu Travel Sketch Scoops Industry Award

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Hollywood, CA, USA, 5 October 2019 ————– Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt, was awarded a Rendering Award of Excellence in the American Society of Architectural Illustrator’s 34th Architecture in Perspective Exhibition. Schmidt’s winning travel sketch captured an idea for a hilltop […]

The Bamboo Design Experience

Photo Courtesy Tomasso Riva

Bali, Indonesia, 21 August 2018 ————– Amidst threatening earthquakes in nearby Lombok, Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited Thomas Schmidt graduated from Bamboo U:  An 11-Day Intensive Bamboo Build & Design Course. Held near Ubud in Bali, Indonesia, this unique international course offered a diverse combination of […]

Schmidt Wins Placemaking Award

Placemaking Award winner Thomas Schmidt

Hong Kong, 18 July 2018 ————– Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt, AIA, LEED AP was awarded a Placemaking Award. He was awarded the “Best-crafted Art Piece in the ‘Eat & Drink’ Category” in Swire Properties “Hometown Heroes: I am a Placemaker” community outreach […]

Schmidt Gains New Zealand Architect Licensure

Hong Kong, 14 May 2018 ———— Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt, has been confirmed as a registered architect with the New Zealand Registered Architects Board (NZRAB). The architect achieved reciprocity under the Australia, United States of America and New Zealand Mutual Recognition Agreement as promulgated by The National […]

Schmidt gains NCARB Certification

Hong Kong, 23 March 2018 ————– Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt, AIA, LEED AP received certification from the US National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB).  As a US-licensed architect, NCARB certification facilitates further licensure throughout the US and various international jurisdictions. In addition, NCARB certificate holders are […]

Hotels More Accessible for All

Hong Kong, 15 November 2017 ————– Founder and Managing Director of Sepia Design Consultants Limited, Thomas Schmidt, AIA, LEED AP, was cited in the South China Morning Post for his innovative product design entry in the inaugural Bespoke Access Awards. The UK-based awards program emphasizes inclusive and accessible hotel design.  Schmidt’s entry consisted of […]