Sonny Labay
Senior Associate | Design Director
“Architecture is a creative opportunity to positively influence the world, and the forms we build shape who we are.”
Sonny is a Design Director bringing over 25 years of architectural design experience to his craft, with a specialty in high-end hospitality/resort, along with international work in retail, residential and mixed-use in the US, China, and the Middle East. In his role at AO, he designs and directs conceptualization and conducts analysis and research to dictate elevation and façade design within the AO Multifamily Studio. His insightful and imaginative approach to design and placemaking results in award-winning projects that stand the test of time.
Designed award-winning multifamily AO projects:
* Hive Live – Gold Nugget Best On-the -Boards Multi-family Community/ MHN Excellence Awards, Gold – Best Unbuilt
* Kanyon at Brea – Gold Nugget Best On-the -Boards Multi-family Community
* Rosetta Apartments – Gold Nugget Merit Award – Best On-the -Boards Affordable Housing/ MHN Excellence Awards, Gold – Best Unbuilt
* Monarch Hillside – Gold Nugget Merit Award – Best On-the -Boards Multifamily Community
Highlights
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Architecture, Mapua University, Philippines