Hsieh Ying Chun Architect

Design for People Ltd. (DFP) specialises in Reinforced Lightweight Steel Framing System (RLSF) with 20-year-long practice in various post-disaster reconstruction projects around the world. The RLSF is a holistic construction method and structure system that provides swift, appropriate, and economic solutions to the people in desperate need of a comfortable and safe home.
Founder of DFP, Hsieh Ying-Chun is an internationally renowned architect and leading figure in the realm of social architecture. He aims to implement scientific method and participatory approach into the design and construction process. Since 1999, almost 6000 houses were reconstructed and built using DFP’s RLSF system. Along with these accomplishment, Hsieh is also awarded with UN Habitat Best Practices in 2004 and Curry Stone Design Prize in 2011.