Zi Zhuo is an award-winning architectural designer at NAC Architecture in Seattle, Washington, with experience spanning planning, design and research across multiple project types. Before joining NAC, he contributed to architectural work at Ayers Saint Gross in Washington, D.C. He holds a bachelor’s degree in architecture from Chongqing University and a master’s degree in architecture from the University of Virginia.
As a core contributor to numerous projects, Zi Zhuo has played a meaningful role in shaping designs that serve diverse communities, consistently recognised for his collaborative approach and strong professional competence. His portfolio ranges from detailed exhibition design to large-scale commercial and high-rise developments, demonstrating his ability to translate ambitious conceptual thinking into innovative architectural solutions.
His work has received international attention through distinctions from respected global design platforms, including honours from the MUSE Design Awards, the French Design Awards, the A’Design Award, the New York Design Awards, the London Design Awards and others. These achievements highlight both the breadth of his design capabilities and the global reach of his work.
Combining design, analysis and research, Zi Zhuo continues to focus on creating architecture that engages creatively with real-world challenges while maintaining clarity, function and imagination.