National Association:
Singapore Institute of Landscape Architects (SILA)
Singapore
Delegate: Damian Tang
Recognized Programmes:
Master of Landscape Architecture, National University of Singapore
The Singapore Institute of Landscape Architects (SILA) is a non-profit organisation representing the Landscape Architectural professional in Singapore. It was established in 1985 to advance the science and art of Landscape Architecture and the theory and practice of landscape, environmental, and urban design; to promote research and education therein; and to create and maintain a high standard of professional qualification.
Values
To provide accreditation framework and assessment in order to ensure a high level of professional practice
To promote excellence in design and practice by strengthening the training, education and skill development in Singapore
To be a channel for a comprehensive range of programmes and activities that will be of interest to its members and the design sector
To play an integral role as a professional body to advice government, industry, academia and the community about landscape design
To represent a congruent view and the interests of the design collective to government regulatory bodies, economic development agencies, business, academia and the public
To establish, uphold and enforce a high level of professional conduct amongst landscape architect
To provide a platform for authoritative design research, knowledge and dissemination of information relating to the profession and industry
Constitution
The constitution captures the fundamental principles and established precedents according to which the Singapore Institute of Landscape Architects is acknowledged to be governed. The constitution was most recently updated on the 13th of July 2017