Architect Archi Establishes Extended Collaboration with Globally Acclaimed Designer Wei Yap Ooi
In a significant move for the Georgian development industry, leading Georgian company Archi has announced a long-term collaboration with internationally acclaimed architect Wei Yap Ooi. The partnership, officially signed on July 19, 2025, marks a new chapter in Georgia's architectural evolution.
Wei Yap Ooi, an Australian registered architect with an impressive portfolio of international projects, has moved his architectural studio to Tbilisi, Georgia, to collaborate with Archi. His notable projects include the Jurong Lake District Masterplan in Singapore, AAMI Park Stadium in Melbourne, Australia, Scientia Terrace - Monte Sant' Angelo Mercy College in Sydney, Australia, and the Kunming Mixed-Use Commercial Development in Kunming, China.
Archi's decision to entrust one of its most exceptional projects to Wei Yap Ooi resulted in a seamless fusion of Georgian history, culture, and spirit with the principles of contemporary architecture. The aim of the collaboration is to have all of Archi's premium projects designed by Wei Yap Ooi, setting new standards for modern architecture in Georgia.
Ilia Tsulaia, Founder of Archi, finds working with Wei Yap Ooi deeply inspiring. He expressed his excitement about the collaboration, stating that he found an opportunity to create architecture that unites Asian experience with European values in Georgia. Wei Yap Ooi, in turn, expressed his enthusiasm about the collaboration, believing that together with Archi, they can create an innovative, human-centered, and sustainable urban future.
Archi, known for delivering construction projects of the highest quality, has been introducing internationally recognised architectural standards to Georgia for nearly two decades. This collaboration with Wei Yap Ooi is a testament to their commitment to raising the bar of architecture to a world-class level.
The initial collaboration between Archi and Wei Yap was planned for a single project, but it evolved into a broader, more extensive partnership due to the organic and inspiring creative process shared by both sides. Their joint focus is on imagining and shaping Georgia’s urban future to be innovative, people-oriented, and sustainable, while drawing inspiration from the country’s nature, urban spaces, and architectural traditions.
As the partnership between Archi and Wei Yap Ooi is still in its early stages, specific significant projects and their impacts on Georgia’s modern architecture landscape are forthcoming. However, the collaboration’s ambition to set new standards and unlock Georgia’s full potential in urban architecture marks an important development in the country’s architectural evolution.
Wei Yap Ooi serves as Chair of the International Chapter Chair for the Australian Institute of Architects. His contributions to the field of architecture, both in Australia and internationally, are undeniable. Most notably, he is the visionary behind the design of Archi's new premium mixed-use complexes - King Tamar and Archi Horizon.
This collaboration is set to redefine the Georgian skyline and contribute significantly to the country's urban development. With Wei Yap Ooi's unique architectural vision and Archi's commitment to quality, Georgia is poised to become a beacon of modern architecture in the region.
This partnership between Archi and Wei Yap Ooi is set to redefine Georgia's urban landscape, as they aim to invest in premium real-estate projects and elevate modern architecture in the country. With Wei Yap Ooi's renowned architectural expertise and Archi's commitment to quality, this collaboration is anticipated to foster significant growth in Georgia's business sector, particularly in the finance and real-estate domains.
