Yu-Ngok Lo, FAIA, is the founding principal of YNL Architects, Inc. and a cofounder of the Immigrant Architects Coalition. His work received numerous design awards including the AIA California Urban Design Award, NAHB Best of American Living Award, and various AIA chapter awards. His work has been published at various media outlets such as ArchDaily, Hinge Magazine, CONDE, CommArch Magazine, and Hospitality-Interiors Magazine.  

An accomplished professional, Yu-Ngok has been honored with several accolades, including the AIA Louis Blanchard Bethune Fellowship, AIA Presidential Citation, AIA National Young Architects Award, NAHB Young Professional Award, BIA San Diego County RISE Forty and Under, BD+C 40 Under 40, and ENR 20 Under 40. He is also the recipient of the AIACC Young Architect Award and the AIBD Designer of the Year Award. In recognition of his significant contributions to the field, Yu-Ngok was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows in 2020.