Malaysian deaf architectural student wins award at Asia Young Designer Awards


Ler (right) and Man proudly showcase their awards. Photos: Ayda

As a deaf architecture student, Ler Teck Ho, 21, has had to work harder – and differently – than his hearing peers. But he refuses to let his impairment define or limit him.

Last month, he made history by clinching the Best Colour Choice Award (Architecture) at Nippon Paint’s 2024 Asia Young Designer Awards (Ayda).

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