AECOM
Director of Urban Design
Ms. Eva Hua has over 18 years of experience in urban planning and design and currently leads AECOM’s Hong Kong Urban Design Studio. An alumna of UC Berkeley with a master’s degree in city planning, she is a certified China Registered City Planner and an esteemed member of the Hong Kong Institute of Urban Design (HKIUD).
Eva’s urban design and planning career spans the US, Mainland China, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong, and Macau, championing sustainable urban planning and innovative design. She also played a key role in integrating urban planning initiatives between Shenzhen and Hong Kong. Her portfolio boasts significant international and regional projects, including the Mauna Kea Summit Cultural Conservation Plan in Hawaii, the San Tin Technopole in the Northern Metropolis, and key developments in the Greater Bay Area like the Shenzhen River Greenway Landscape, as well as Dasha River and Shekou Ocean City masterplans.
Known for her ability to blend her global insights with latest technologies and sustainable practices, Eva advocates for mixed-use developments that enhance community life and reduce environmental impact. Her designs are characterized by extensive green spaces, smart city technologies, eco-friendly mobility options and energy-efficient buildings, all promoting sustainable and resilient urban environments.
Under Eva’s leadership, AECOM’s Hong Kong Urban Design Studio is recognized for its commitment to innovative and impactful urban designs. Her approach is forward-thinking, setting a benchmark for future urban development that fosters social integration and economic growth for vibrant and livable communities.