AKN Architects was founded in October 1998 by Mr Ang Kian Nam. All the while, he was very aware that the natural environment was threatened by the (mainly) economic activities of mankind. He believed the harmony between man and his environment can be drastically improved. The near dis-connect between the urban man and his natural environment can be re-established for mutual benefit.

The projects undertaken by the firm over the years showcase the attempts to bridge this dis-connect. Through experience, the firm believes that there is economic gain when man-nature balance improves.