Mingyue Hu

Q: Where are you from?

I grew up in China, Chongqing. Not too far from where the pandas live - and my hometown is famous for spicy food!

Q: Where did you go to school?

I studied architecture at the University of Pennsylvania.

Q: Tell me about your family.

My parents live in China, and I live in the South Bay with my husband and two cats.

Q: What is the most interesting aspect of architecture to you?

I’m interested by the harmonious blending of functionality with aesthetics, as well as the creative design process.

Q: What kinds of projects do you most enjoy working on?

I like working on a wide variety of projects. Every project is unique - I like embarking on the discovery journey and problem-solving within it.

Q: What are the top three things on your bucket list?

I’d like to build my own house, travel around the world, and direct a short movie.

Q: What are five features you would include in your dream home?

I would like my home to be cozy with an open floor plan, indoor-outdoor connection, as well as a lot of natural light and plants.

Q: Where are you most excited to travel next??

South America, it’s always been on my list of places to visit.