NEW YORK — May 20, 2024 — NELSON Worldwide welcomes Carina Lui as Studio Leader, Mixed-Use. In her new role, Lui will oversee business development to secure domestic, and international projects, provide leadership in design and management, as well as grow and mentor the team in the firm’s New York office.

With more than 20 completed projects over the last 16 years, Lui’s passion for architecture and design stems from a belief that spaces can create opportunities to spark unique social interactions. She possesses a diverse range of national and international experience across multiple industries, such as mixed-use, office, retail, life sciences, aviation, maritime, residential, wellness, and hospitality. A native New Yorker, Lui draws inspiration from her surveying of urban environments, working with non-profit organizations, and the reward of integrating culture and architecture. Rooted in the belief that spaces can create opportunities to spark unique social interactions, she strives to create dynamic, sustainable, and socially engaging environments through collaboration. A proponent of human-centric design, Lui will leverage her experience to support NELSON’s commitment to innovating with purpose for a better tomorrow.

Lui received her Bachelors of Architecture and Bachelors of Science in Business Management, at Syracuse University. Her notable previous work includes Hudson Yards in New York, Zayed International Airport Terminal in Abu Dhabi, Victoria Dockside in Hong Kong, and Fountainbleau in Las Vegas.