1. VERSE DESIGN

2. VERSE DESIGN
Introduction
Verse Design is a progressive firm that commits itself to the
creation of quality architecture and sensible design. A practice of
20 to 30 architects and designers, Verse Design pursues a rigorous
investigative approach to its work. From inception of an idea to the
physical realization of the work, Verse Design adopts a highly
collaborative, research-based design process that focus on the built
environment.
To create this “environment”, Verse Design develops a close
collaborative relationship with its client, resulting in an in-depth
understanding of the clients pragmatic needs. Formed through the
organization of space, material, color, light and structure, the
project becomes the physical expression of the client’s vision.
Verse Design’s research-based design process drives spatial
innovation that seeks design solutions from the origin of the design
problem. It seeks uncommon solution within the common.
Employing a multi-disciplinary approach to the making of
architecture and urban design, its work is grounded in active social,
environmental, and economic issues while aesthetically exploring
the ideas of beauty, sustainability, cultural convention and place.
For the past ten years, Verse Design has successfully assisted its
clients in realizing a large number of projects in China and US.
Dedication to superior service is at the center of Verse Design’s
practice.

4. Verse Design- Paul Tang
Architecture (PTA) Hakomori + Tang Architecture
Pleskow Rael Tang SOM
2001 2002 “ 101
Millennium New Blood 101 Designer of Los
Angeles ”
USC
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USA
Paul Tang
Paul Tang is the founding principal of Verse Design-
formerly known as Paul Tang Architecture. Prior to establishing his
current practice, Paul was a former partner of Hakomori + Tang
Architecture, Pleskow Rael Tang, and was the Asia Pacific
Specialist with focus on China for SOM.
Paul was selected as one of the Millennium New Blood 101
Designer of Los Angeles in 2001 and 2002. This title is in
recognition of Paul’s contributions to Los Angeles’ architectural and
design legacy. He is also the recipient of the National AIA
Foundation Award. More recently, for two consecutive years in 2012
and 2014, his completed projects were short listed for international
architectural award at World Architecture Festival. His work has
also been exhibited in US, China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan and
published in various international architectural journals.
Paul is a professor at University of Southern California (USC). He has
taught at USC School of Architecture for over 19 years. He was the
former and founding Academic Director of USC American Academy
in China. He has been guest critic and lecturer at Tongji University,
Central Academy of Fine Arts-Beijing, Chengdu Southeastern
Jiaotong University, Hong Kong University, Chinese University of
Hong Kong, Tunghai University (Taiwan), National Cheng Kung
University (Taiwan), Yale, Columbia, UCLA, SCI-Arc, UC Berkeley and
other institutions.
Paul graduated Cum Laude from University of Southern California
School of Architecture and received his Master of Architecture with
letter of Distinction from Harvard University.

5. USA
Courtenay Bauer
Courtenay Bauer is a Senior Associate of the Los Angeles based
architectural firm Verse Design. Courtenay has been actively
engaged in the architectural design and construction industry since
2000, prior to joining Verse Design in 2015 she has worked as a
project manager and project architect at offices on both the east
and west coasts of the United States.
Courtenay is leveraging her more than 15 years of experience in
architectural planning, design and contract administration on a
variety of current projects in the United States and China. Her work
is committed to the ideas and importance of efficient and
sustainable construction, while advocating for the implementation
of innovation in our built environment. In her work, Courtenay’s
strengths lie in her ability to adroitly identify a projects status and
manage a team to exceed delivery expectations.
Courtenay holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the
Catholic University of America, as well as a Master of Architecture
from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, New York. She was honored with
excellence in design are both institutions. Courtenay has been a
Registered Architect since 2013. In furthering her connectivity with
the profession Courtenay has been involved in the academic
community teaching visual studies seminars and design studios at
SCI-ARC, UCLA, and USC. She currently participates as a guest
critic at design reviews.

6. USA
Mariliana Ramos
Mariliana Ramos is a Project Manager for the Los Angeles office of
Verse Design, a Los Angeles and Shanghai based architectural firm.
Prior to joining Verse Design, Los Angeles, Mariliana managed
healthcare projects for GDT Architects and Engineers, a San Juan,
Puerto Rico based firm that specializes in federal healthcare
facilities, Veteran Affairs being their main client. Mariliana’s project
managing experience ranges from healthcare to business, athletic,
retail, manufacturing, and residential projects in Los Angeles, CA,
Phoenix, AZ and San Juan, PR.
Mariliana is currently working on a miscellany of projects in the
State of California. Her focus on design as an inclusive material,
spatial, and cultural product, is aligned to Verse Design’s broad
understanding of the different factions of design and urban
strategies that ultimately impact the built environment.
Mariliana holds a Bachelors in Environmental Design from the
School of Architecture, University of Puerto Rico; as well as a
Masters in Landscape Architecture from the Polytechnic University
of Puerto Rico, for which she graduated Magna Cum Laude. She has
ten years of experience in the architecture field, five of those as a
project manager.

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8. Project Name Zhongmou Community Cultural Center
Year Designed 2013-2015
Location Dameng Town, Zhongmou County, Henan Province, China
Client Zhengzhou Xinhe Development Company
Site Area
Project Area 5,628 m2

30. Project Name Bengbu High Speed Rail Plaza
Year Designed 2009-2011
Location City of Bengbu, Anhui Province, China
Client Bengbu Investment Corporation
Site Area 62.2 ha
Project Area 27,583 m2

37. Project Name Narada Hotel Restaurant
Year Designed 2010-2011
Location Baoting County, Sanya, Hainan Province, China
Client Narada Hotel Group
Site Area 600 m2
Project Area 850 m2

46. Project Name Serenity Coast
Year Designed 2007-2015
Location Sanya, Hainan Province, China
Client Sanya Luhuitou Tourism Development Company
Site Area 112 ha
Project Area 2,300,000 m2

62. Project Name LOHAS High-Tech Park
Year Designed 2011-2014
Location Lingshui Bay, Hainan Province, China
Client Hainan Kehui Information Industry Development Company
Site Area 210 ha
Project Area 2,200,000 m2

72. Project Name Serenity Coast Artist Community
Year Designed 2012-2013
Location Sanya, Hainan Province, China
Client Sanya Luhuitou Tourism Development Company
Project Area 13,000 m2

76. Project Name Narada Villa
Year Designed 2009-2010
Location Fragrant Water Bay, Lingshui County, Hainan Province, China
Client Narada Hotel Group
Site Area 31.5 ha
Project Area 98,500 m2

91. Project Name Hexie Executive Headquarter
Year Designed 2009-Present
Location Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, China
Client Hexie Industries
Site Area
Project Area 6,200 m2

94. Project Name Zhongmou Rainbow Tunnel
Year Designed 2014-2015
Location Dameng Town, Zhongmou County, Henan Province, China
Client Zhengzhou Xinhe Development Company

98. Project Name Changfeng Eco-Commerce
Year Designed 2007-2008
Location Putuo District, Shanghai, China
Client Dongdu Jiefang Investment Corporation
Site Area 2.6 ha
Project Area 99,191 m2

100. Project Name Yuyao Hermudu International Plaza
Year Designed 2006-2007
Location City of Yuyao, Zhejiang Province, China
Client Yuyao Shunyi Real-Estate Development Company
Site Area
Project Area 340,000 m2

103. Project Name Qingdao Olympic Village
Year Designed 2006
Location City of Qingdao, Shandong Province, China
Client
Site Area
Project Area 218,800 m2

107. Project Name iFly Hollywood
Year Designed 2004-2007
Location Universal City Walk, Los Angeles, California, USA
Client SkyVenture
Project Area 4,622 ft2