Dr Michael Mak
Conjoint Senior Lecturer
School of Architecture and Built Environment (Construction Management (Building))
Validating Harmonies
Combining his Chinese heritage with decades of experience in the built environment, Dr Michael Mak is leading a vanguard of researchers pushing for academic recognition of scientific Feng Shui.
If you watch enough TV, you may think that Feng Shui is a collection of quasi-spiritual laws around the placement of objects, practiced in the same sphere as palm reading and water divination.
In reality, Feng Shui, translating literally to ‘wind-water’ in English, is an ancient Chinese philosophical system governing the creation of harmonies within the environment.
Historically, the Chinese temple was hidden amongst the city, its importance disguised by both its inconspicuous appearance, and modest setting within the environment.
Meanwhile in Medieval England, one could immediately identify the seat of power, a grandiose castle looming over the city from the highest surrounding point, dominating both the landscape and the citizens.
With Western architecture increasingly moving away from conquering nature to fitting the built environment into the natural environment, Michael argues that the scientific aspects of Feng Shui are currently being replicated in the most innovative and sustainable building projects today.
Challenging perceptions
Originally from Hong Kong, in Michael’s Chinese family, traditional cultural concepts such as Feng Shui were celebrated and embedded.
Studying architecture in his hometown, Michael was surprised to discover that the practice of Feng Shui, with its emphasis on spatial arrangement and orientation, was not referred at all during his training.
Moving to Australia upon graduation, Michael began building consultancy work, engaged in the planning and management of construction projects, and gained a masters degree in project management from the University of New South Wales.
After appointed an academic position at the University of Newcastle, Michael decided to attain his PhD.
Choosing not to utilise his copious experience in building technology and project management, Michael decided instead to challenge both himself and the status quo, by focusing his doctoral studies on Feng Shui.
Using a modern Western methodology, Michael created a computational decision supporting system for built environment design based on the principles of Feng Shui.
Going green
In the ten years since Michael completed his thesis, ‘sustainability’ and ‘green’ have become increasingly important concepts, adding credibility and value to any project.
Michael explains that nationwide, building projects, whether ground up, retrofit or refurbishments, can voluntarily apply to the Green Building Council of Australia for review and certification.
The subsequent Green Star rating provides a uniform system to judge how well the design, construction, and operation of buildings and communities meet sustainability benchmarks.
This rating has become a well-known measure of worth in the search for suitable premises by homeowners, Government departments, and corporations alike.
Looking in depth, Michael was not surprised to discover the principles in the design of the highest rated sustainable projects incorporate the principles of Feng Shui.
Starting with comparisons and correlations, then case studies, and most recently empirical data, Michael is collecting evidence of the replication of Feng Shui principles in the current architectural sustainability movement.
Overcoming resistance
“Designers and occupants alike now want the built environment to fit into the natural environment,” Michael notes. “And that is the philosophy of Chinese Feng Shui. Some of the rules of Feng Shui are superstitious but many of them make real sense.”
Despite the mounting evidence that correlates the scientific principles of Feng Shui with sustainable and green building practice, Michael admits the subject is still on the outer of academia.
“I have post-graduate students who focus on Feng Shui research and that’s fine,” Michael says.
“But I cannot officially teach a course on Feng Shui here, or even in Hong Kong, because it is unorthodox, with real resistance to it being accessible to students through addition as a curriculum subject.”
Despite this official resistance, Michael was able to design and deliver an elective Built Environment Harmony program to building management students as a visiting lecturer with long-term collaborator and former colleague Dr Albert So at City University of Hong Kong.
Michael and Dr So have also collaborated on three books, Research in Scientific Feng Shui and the Built Environment published in 2009, Scientific Feng Shui for the Built Environment – Fundamentals and Case Studies from 2011, and in 2015, Scientific Feng Shui for the Built Environment: Theories and Applications.
Collecting perspectives
During his research career, Michael has come to know many academics studying the dynamics of Feng Shui from varied perspectives.
“Some look at Feng Shui from the geographical perspective, some from the social science perspective, and of course some from a building design perspective,” Michael says.
“We even have academics looking from a preservation perspective, how to preserve forests and heritage buildings.”
With colleagues in Australia, Europe, Hong Kong, China and Taiwan, Michael has been instrumental in the organisation of conferences bringing this diverse group together to discuss their shared focus since 2005.
The desire to see Feng Shui achieve greater acceptance is a common bond.
To further the collection and promotion of robust research in this field, Michael and those colleagues have founded a journal, of which he is the editor.
The Academic Journal of Feng Shui (AJOFS) is a peer-reviewed open-access online journal founded in 2013 that publishes original research articles in all aspects of Feng Shui.
In May 2017, the AJOFS will host this global group of Feng Shui academics at a symposium in Sydney.
Validating Harmonies
Dr. Michael Mak is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Architecture and Built Environment, University of Newcastle, Australia. He has been teaching in architectu
Career Summary
Biography
Research Expertise
- Feng Shui for the built environment - Building and property economics - Expert systems and decision support systems - Knowledge management and knowledge transfer - Emotional Intelligence - Cultural management - Corporate social responsibility - Sustainability
Collaborations
Michael’s research interests are focused on Chinese philosophy, Chinese culture and scientific Feng Shui applications to the built environment, particularly in knowledge management representation, artificial intelligent applications, knowledge-based expert systems, computer modeling; applications to sustainable design, urban development, architectural management, building evaluation and property market.
Qualifications
- PhD, University of Newcastle
- Diploma of Architecture Study, Hong Kong Polytechnic
- Associate in Building Technology and Management, Hong Kong Polytechnic
- Diploma of Management Studies, Hong Kong Polytechnic
- Master of Project Management, University of New South Wales
Keywords
- Feng Shui
- Property Economics
- Property Market Analysis
- Sustainability
Publications
For publications that are currently unpublished or in-press, details are shown in italics.
Book (5 outputs)
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2018 | Proceedings of the Academic Journal of Feng Shui 1st Symposium - Oceania, Glasstree, Australia, 215 (2018) | ||
2015 | Mak MY, So AT, Scientific Feng Shui for the Built Environment: Theories and Applications, City University of HK Press, Hong Kong, 380 (2015) [A4] | ||
2011 | Mak MY, So AT, Scientific Feng Shui for the built environment: Fundamentals and case studies, City University of Hong Kong Press, Kowloon, HK, 255 (2011) [A1] | Nova | |
2009 | Mak MY, Scientific Feng Shui: Application of Feng Shui Knowledge to Preliminary Building Design Evaluation Using Knowledge-Based Expert Systems Approach, VDM Verlag, Saarbrucken, 372 (2009) [A1] | Nova | |
2009 | Mak MY, So AT, Research in Scientific Feng Shui and the Built Environment, City University of Hong Kong Press, Hong Kong, 255 (2009) [A3] | Nova | |
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Chapter (9 outputs)
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2018 | Man M, 'An empirical study of modern sustainable office buildings in Sydney from the Feng Shui perspective', Proceedings of the Academic Journal of Feng Shui 1st symposium Oceania, Glasstree, Australia 94-106 (2018) | ||||
2013 | Mak MY, 'Feng Shui and Sustainable Design for Modern Buildings', Theory and Reality of Feng Shui in Architecture and Landscape Art: International Conference in Berlin, Harrassowitz, Wiesbaden, Germany 17-33 (2013) [B1] | Nova | |||
2011 | Mak MY, 'Scientific research of Feng Shui applications for the built environment', International Conference on Feng Shui (Kan Yu) and Architecture in Berlin, Harrassowitz Verlag, Wiesbaden, DE 49-67 (2011) [B1] | Nova | |||
2011 | So AT, Mak MY, 'Study of flying stars method of the compass school with case studies', International Conference on Feng Shui (Kan Yu) and Architecture in Berlin, Harrassowitz Verlag, Weisbaden, DE 149-164 (2011) [B1] | Nova | |||
2009 | Mak MY, 'A conceptual framework of Feng Shui knowledge', Research in Scientific Feng Shui and the Built Environment, City University of Hong Kong Press, Hong Kong 119-133 (2009) [B1] | Nova | |||
2009 | Mak MY, So AT, 'Introduction: Scientific research in Feng Shui', Research in Scientific Feng Shui and the Built Environment, City University of Hong Kong Press, Hong Kong xxv-xlvii (2009) [B1] | Nova | |||
2009 | So AT, Mak MY, 'Epilogue: Problems and future research in Feng Shui', Research in Scientific Feng Shui and the Built Environment, City University of Hong Kong Press, Hong Kong 249-255 (2009) [B2] | Nova | |||
1999 |
Najjar GR, Mak MY, Jefferies MC, 'The Impact of the Decline of the Asian Economy on Australian Contractors: Development, Profile and Strategies of Australian Contractors in Asia', Profitable Partnering in Construction Procurement, E & FN Spon, London 735 (1999) [B1]
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Journal article (16 outputs)
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2023 |
Chen FY, Mak MY, 'Client influence or the valuer's behavior? An empirical study of listed companies' valuation in Taiwan', Journal of Property Investment and Finance, (2023) [C1] Purpose: Valuers should independently assess market value. The purpose of this article is to analyze whether the valuation behavior remains independent when commissioned by public... [more] Purpose: Valuers should independently assess market value. The purpose of this article is to analyze whether the valuation behavior remains independent when commissioned by publicly listed companies in Taiwan. Design/methodology/approach: This study used both quantitative and qualitative methods. Quantitative data analysis was used to examine the estimated premium ratio and estimated divergent ratio with the independent sample t test and Wilcoxon-Mann-Whitney test. To complement and validate the quantitative analysis, open-ended questionnaires were conducted, providing additional insights into the research findings. Findings: The results showed that there is a significant difference in estimated valuations commissioned by representatives of buyers and sellers, and the estimated premium ratios commissioned by representatives of buyers were higher than those of sellers. Furthermore, the open-ended questionnaires results indicate that these findings may be influenced by clients for less experienced appraisers. However, for senior appraisers, this is seen as an action to gain a better understanding of the valuation purpose and always within a reasonable price range. In addition, client influence is not a static factor; it may transform into the valuer's behavior as the appraiser's experience grows and deepens. Practical implications: It is difficult to obtain valuation reports commissioned by representatives of both buyers and sellers for the same property transactions. In this study, data were obtained from the Market Observation Post-System (MOPS) in Taiwan. As valuation reports could not be obtained, estimated valuations and transaction prices are used to calculate estimated premium ratio and estimated divergent ratios. Originality/value: Previous investigations of the client effect have been conducted using qualitative methods including questionnaire surveys, in-depth interviews and experimental design. However, these studies are subject to moral hazard. This study may be the first study that has access to data on valuations for both buyers and sellers in such a formal setting.
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2022 |
Chen FY, Liang JH, Mak MY, 'Effects of Green Attributes on Residential Price in Taiwan', International Real Estate Review, 25 307-331 (2022) [C1] Taiwan is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and established a green building certification system called the ecology, energy saving, waste reduction, and health (EEWH... [more] Taiwan is committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and established a green building certification system called the ecology, energy saving, waste reduction, and health (EEWH) system in 1999. However, only 0.44% of the private projects have obtained green building labels in 2017, and almost all of them have expired and not renewed. This study analyzes green attributes of market preferences by using a multi-regression. The results show that green indicators have a significant impact on green premium. That is, greenery, building envelope design, energy conserving air conditioning, construction waste reduction and indoor environment quality have discounted effects on the green premium. But some high-weighed indicators in EEWH are not favored by developers, and therefore have negative impacts on prices, such as building envelope design and energy conserving air conditioning. On the contrary, some low-weighed indicators have positive impacts on prices, such as energy conserving indoor lighting and water conservation, and therefore are already incorporated by developers based on buyers¿ demand. It is suggested to modify the weighting of such indicators so that they are in line with buyers¿ preferences, which will incentivize developers to incorporate green attributes in future projects that are more valued by buyers.
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2018 | Mak M, Hui Y, 'West Kowloon Station in Hong Kong: An Exemplar Case of Sustainable Design and Scientific Feng Shui Applications for High-Speed Rail Stations', Academic Journal of Feng Shui, 2 1-17 (2018) [C1] | Nova | ||||||
2015 |
Lee JH, Sher WD, Lee HS, Mak MY, Ostwald MJ, 'Strategic planning indicators: Towards mixed-use developments supporting urban regeneration in Seoul', Global Built Environment Review, 9 48-68 (2015) [C1]
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2015 |
Dong W, Mackee J, Mak M, 'Validating the holistic sustainability framework: The application on shangbu regeneration in China', International Journal of Sustainability in Economic, Social, and Cultural Context, 10 19-33 (2015) [C1] The Holistic Sustainability Framework (HSEF) for Chinese Cities has been developed based on the indigenous philosophies of China, and refined with the data of thirteen large urban... [more] The Holistic Sustainability Framework (HSEF) for Chinese Cities has been developed based on the indigenous philosophies of China, and refined with the data of thirteen large urban design projects collected in four Chinese cities. This paper applies and assesses HSEF for the urban design assessment in China. It focuses on Shenzhen Shangbu Regeneration, checks the interrelations and links in decision-making for sustainable development, while validating the applicability of this framework. Discussions on the application of the framework focus on the interpretation of the key relational qualities, clarifying questions, and selecting a preferred option from the analysis. The finding of the application suggests that a framework based on the philosophical and cultural experiences of the region could provide a robust foundation for a credible alternative approach to evaluate the urban regeneration projects. The future work will validate the framework in other stages of design with implications on the revision of the model.
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2014 |
Fibbens M, Mak MY, Williams A, 'Assessing compensation for landholders affected by coal seam gas occupation', Pacific Rim Property Research Journal, 20 161-170 (2014) [C1] Valuation theory in Australia has long established principles relating to compensation for the acquisition of part of property. However, the theory relating to assessing compensat... [more] Valuation theory in Australia has long established principles relating to compensation for the acquisition of part of property. However, the theory relating to assessing compensation for coal seam gas (CSG) occupation is relatively undeveloped and CSG activity in New South Wales (NSW) takes place in an environment where some confusion surrounds the subject of the assessment of landholder compensation.
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2014 | Ge XJ, Mak MY, 'Decision making to Purchase Family Homes: Feng Shui versus Sustainability', Project Perspectives, 36 64-69 (2014) [C2] | |||||||
2013 | Mak MY, Fibbens M, 'Coal Seam Gas and Emerging Issues for Valuers', Australia and New Zealand Property Journal, 4 173-178 (2013) [C3] | Nova | ||||||
2011 |
Dong W, Mackee J, Mak MY, 'Exploratory analysis of the traditional philosophy underpinned urban sustainability model for Chinese cities', Procedia Engineering, 21 838-845 (2011) [C1]
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2010 |
Yan K-C, Mak MY, 'Effectiveness of Western MBA programmes for Chinese managers', Journal of Knowledge-Based Innovation in China, 2 117-141 (2010) [C1]
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2008 |
Mak MY, Ng ST, 'Feng shui: An alternative framework for complexity in design', Architectural Engineering and Design Management, 4 58-72 (2008) [C1]
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2007 | Mak MY, 'The Culture of Fengshui in Korea: An Exploration of East Asian Geomancy', Journal of Scientific Exploration, 21 637-638 (2007) [C3] | |||||||
2005 |
Mak MY, Ng ST, 'The art and science of Feng Shui - a study on architects' perception', Building and Environment, 40 427-434 (2005) [C1]
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2002 |
Rose TM, Mak MY, Chen SE, Ng ST, 'Problematic issues associated with project partnering - the contractor prespective', International Journal of Project Management, 20 437-449 (2002) [C1]
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2002 | Mak MY, 'Architects' Perception of the Feng Shui Model', Landscape Australia, 24 (1) 16-19 (2002) [C3] | |||||||
2001 | Ng S-T, Mak MY, Skitmore RM, Lam KC, Varnam M, 'The predictive ability of Bromilow's time-cost model', Construction management and economics, 19, no2 165-173 (2001) [C3] | |||||||
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Conference (45 outputs)
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2021 |
Hui Y, Mak M, 'International High-speed Rail Stations Airports in City Centers', Advances in Civil Engineering Materials Selected Articles from the International Conference on Architecture and Civil Engineering (ICACE2020), Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2021) [E1]
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2020 | Sing CP, Mak M, Yi LY, 'The Impact of the Nano Flats Development in Developed Cities: the Evidence from Hong Kong', Proceedings from the Pacific Rim Real Estate Society Conference Conference - 2020, Canberra, Australia (2020) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2017 |
Dong W, MacKee J, Mak MM, 'An Integrated Research Design for Developing a Holistic Sustainable Decision Making Framework in Regenerating Chinese Cities', Proceedings of the 20th International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate, Hangzhou, China (2017) [E1]
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2017 | Lui PY-P, Mak MY, 'Enhance Public Sustainability Awareness by Feng Shui', World Sustainable Built Environment Conference 2017 Hong Kong: Transforming our Built Environment through Innovation and Integration: Putting Ideas into Action: Conference Proceedings, Hong Kong (2017) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2017 | Mak MY, 'An empirical study of modern sustainable office buildings in Sydney from the Feng Shui perspective', Proceedings of the 1st Symposium of the Academic Journal of Feng Shui, University of Technology Sydney, Australia (2017) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2017 | Mak MY, 'An empirical study of modern sustainable office buildings in Sydney from the Feng Shui perspective', Proceedings of the 1st Symposium of the Academic Journal of Feng Shui, University of Technology Sydney, Australia (2017) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2016 | Mak MY, Ge JX, 'A Study of Modern Sustainable Buildings in Sydney from the Feng Shui Perspective', Proceedings of theTwenty-Second Annual Pacific Rim Real Estate Society Conference, University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia (2016) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2015 | Mak MY, Sun JCY, Chen FY, 'Simplicity of Sustainability: A Taiwanese Approach', Proceedings of the 21st Pacific Rim Real Estate Society Conference, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2015) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2013 |
Lee J, Sher W, Mak M, 'Strategic Planning Indicators For Urban Regeneration: A Case Study On Mixed-Use Development In Seoul', Proceedings from the PRRES Conference, Melbourne, Australia (2013) [E1]
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2013 |
Lee J, Sher W, Mak M, Ostwald M, 'Strategic Planning Schemes Of Mixed-Use Developments To Support Urban Regeneration In South Korea', Proceedings from the PRRES Conference 2013, Melbourne, Australia (2013) [E1]
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2013 | Fibbens M, Mak MY, Williams AP, 'Coal Seam Gas Extraction: Does Landholder Compensation Match the Mischief?', Proceedings of 19th Pacific Rim Real Estate Society Conference 2013, Melbourne, Australia (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2013 | Ge XJ, Mak MY, 'Purchasing Family Homes: Feng Shui versus Sustainability', Proceedings of the 19th CIB World Building Congress, Brisbane 2013: Construction and Society, Brisbane, Australia (2013) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2013 |
Tang WC, Mak MY, Gajendran T, 'Evaluation of assessment practices for Bachelor of Construction Management (BCM) program', Proceedings of the 19th CIB World Building Congress, Brisbane 2013: Construction and Society, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane, Australia (2013) [E1]
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2012 | Mak MY, Ge JX, 'Feng Shui and modern sustainable buildings', Proceedings of 17th Asian Real Estate Society (AsRES) and American Real Estate and Urban Economics Association (AREUEA) Joint International Conference, Singapore (2012) [E2] | |||||||
2012 | Mak MY, Ge JX, 'Feng Shui: A Chinese perspective of sustainability', Proceedings of 4th Annual Conference of Global Chinese Real Estate Congress (GREC), Macau, China (2012) [E2] | |||||||
2011 | Dong W, Mackee J, Mak MY, 'Establishing the holistic sustainability evaluation framework for Asia-Pacific regions by exploring local practices in China', ACSEE 2011: The Asian Conference on Sustainability, Energy and the Environment Official Conference Proceedings, Osaka (2011) [E2] | Nova | ||||||
2011 | Mak MY, Peacock CJ, 'Social sustainability: A comparison of case studies in UK, USA and Australia', Proceedings from the PRRES Conference - 2011. 17th Annual Pacific Rim Real Estate Society Conference, Gold Coast, QLD (2011) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2011 | Varma VA, Mak MY, 'Economic sustainability and financial benefits of sustainable built environment: A case study of office buildings in Australia', Proceedings of the Joint AsRES and AREUEA International Conference 2011, Jeju, Korea (2011) [E2] | Nova | ||||||
2010 |
Mak MY, Sher WD, Williams AP, 'Students' evaluation of an online postgraduate property program', 16th Annual Conference of the Pacific Rim Real Estate Society. Delegate Papers, Wellington, NZ (2010) [E1]
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2010 | Mak MY, Ge JX, 'Sustainable design and feng shui: A case study of an office building in Sydney', Proceedings: W116 - Special Track 18th CIB World Building Congress, Salford Quays, UK (2010) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | Mak MY, 'Scientific research of feng shui applications to the built environment', Symposium Kan Yu (Feng Shui) and Architecture, Berlin, Germany (2010) [E2] | Nova | ||||||
2010 | So A, Mak MY, 'Study of flying stars method of the Compass School with case studies', Symposium Kan Yu (Feng Shui) and Architecture, Berlin, Germany (2010) [E2] | Nova | ||||||
2010 |
Mak MY, 'Applications of knowledge-based expert systems to feng shui knowledge', Proceedings of the International MultiConference of Engineers and Computer Scientists 2010, Hong Kong (2010) [E1]
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2009 | Yan K-C, Mak MY, 'An empirical approach to study the effectiveness of knowledge transfer through western MBA programmes for executives in China', EURAM 2009, Liverpool, UK (2009) [E3] | |||||||
2009 | Mak MY, Edmonds S, 'The effectiveness of Landcom's housing affordability objectives for moderate income households: A case study in Western Sydney', Proceedings from the PRRES Conference 2009, Sydney, NSW (2009) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2009 | Mak MY, So A, 'Conference editors', Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Scientific Feng Shui and Built Environment 2009, Hong Kong (2009) [E4] | |||||||
2009 | Mak MY, 'Feng Shui villages in Hong Kong: A case study of Tai Fu Tai Mansion', Proceedings of 4th International Conference on Scientific Feng Shui and Built Environment 2009, Hong Kong (2009) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2009 | Mak MY, Ng ST, 'Feng Shui: A Chinese approach to integrated design', Future Trends in Architectural Management: Proceedings of the CIB W096 Architectural Management, Taiwan (2009) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2009 |
Hodgson G, Mak MY, Sher WD, 'E-learning materials for quantity surveying measurement', Proceedings of the Fifth International Conference on Construction in the 21st Century (CITC-V), Istanbul, Turkey (2009) [E1]
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2008 |
Hodgson G, Sher WD, Mak MY, 'An e-learning approach to quantity surveying measurement', Conference Proceedings: BEAR 2008: Building Resilience, Heritance Kandalama, Sri Lanka (2008) [E1]
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2008 | Mak MY, Ng ST, 'Prototype design of the Feng Shui expert systems for design evaluation', Proceedings of 12th International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering & 2008 International Conference on Information Technology in Construction, Beijing, China (2008) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2008 | Mak MY, Yan KC, 'A framework to study the effectiveness of knowledge transfer through Western MBA Programmes in China', EURAM 2008 8th Annual Conference Managing Diversity: European Destiny and Hope. Conference Proceedings, Ljubljana & Bled, Slovenia (2008) [E3] | |||||||
2007 | Mak MY, So ATP, 'Development of scientific research in Feng Shui', Proceedings of 3rd International Conference on Scientific Feng Shui & Built Environment 2007, Hong Kong (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Mak MY, So A, 'Conference Editors', Proceedings of 3rd International Conference on Scientific Feng Shui & Built Environment 2007, Hong Kong (2007) [E4] | |||||||
2007 | Mak MY, Ng T, 'Feng Shui: An alternative framework for complexity in design', CIB World Building Congress 2007 - Construction for Development. Proceedings, Cape Town, South Africa (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 | Mak MY, Cornwell NC, 'Emotional intelligence of project managers', CIB World Building Congress 2007 - Construction for Development. Proceedings, Cape Town, South Africa (2007) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2007 |
Hodgson G, Sher WD, Mak MY, 'E-learning quantity surveying measurement for net-generation students', Proceedings. 2007 Conference of the Australasian Universities Building Education Association, Melbourne, VIC (2007) [E1]
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2006 | Mak MY, 'Artificial Intelligence and Feng Shui', Proceedings of the International Conference of Scientific Feng Shui and Built Environment, Hong Kong (2006) [E2] | |||||||
2006 | Mak MY, Ng T, 'Applying Knowledge-Based Expert Systems Approach for Feng Shui Design Evaluation', Joint International Conference on Computing Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering Conference Proceedings, Montreal, Canada (2006) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2005 | Mak MY, Ng TS, Chen SE, 'Formulating A Hierarchical Structure of Feng Shui Knowledge', Information and knowledge management in a global economy, Portugal (2005) [E1] | Nova | ||||||
2005 | Mak MY, 'A Conceptual Framework of Feng Shui Knowledge', Proceedings of International Symposium on Scientific Feng Shui and Built Environment, City University Of Hong Kong (2005) [E2] | |||||||
2000 | Mak MY, Ng S-T, Chen SE, Varnam M, 'The relationship between economic indicators and Bromilow's time-cost model: a pilot study', Sixteenth Annual Conference 2000, Glasgow Caledonian University (2000) [E1] | |||||||
1999 |
Najjar GR, Mak MY, Jefferies MC, 'The impact of the decline of the Asian economy on Australian contractors: Development, profile and strategies of Australian construction in Asia', PROFITABLE PARTNERING IN CONSTRUCTION PROCUREMENT, CHIANG MAI, THAILAND (1999)
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1998 | Mak MY, 'Application of Feng Shui Principles to Major Cities in the World', Science and Design, Wellington, New Zealand (1998) [E2] | |||||||
1998 | Mak MY, Chen SE, Ilett M, Najjar GR, 'A Model of Competency-Based Assessment in an Integrated Problem-Based Learning Programme', Science and Design, Wellington, New Zealand (1998) [E1] | |||||||
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Grants and Funding
Summary
Number of grants | 8 |
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Total funding | $12,400 |
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20151 grants / $1,500
Pacific Rim Real Estate Society Conference, Kuala Lumpa, Malaysia, 18-21 January 2015$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2015 |
Funding Finish | 2015 |
GNo | G1401427 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20131 grants / $1,500
CIB World Building Congress 2013, Brisbane, 5 - 9 May 2013$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2013 |
Funding Finish | 2014 |
GNo | G1300539 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20121 grants / $1,500
Global Chinese Real Estate Congress, GCREC, Macau, 3-5 July 2012$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2012 |
Funding Finish | 2013 |
GNo | G1200653 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20111 grants / $1,500
Asian Real Estate Society and the The American real Estae and Urban Economics Association Joint International Conference, Jeju, Korea, 11 - 14 Jlu 2011$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2011 |
Funding Finish | 2012 |
GNo | G1100688 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20091 grants / $1,500
International Symposium CIB-W096 2009 Taiwan, Tainan, 2-4 November 2009$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment
Funding body | University of Newcastle - Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2009 |
Funding Finish | 2009 |
GNo | G0190568 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20081 grants / $1,700
12th International Conference on Computing in Civil and Building Engineering, Beijing China, 16/10/2008 - 18/10/2008$1,700
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2008 |
Funding Finish | 2008 |
GNo | G0189195 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20071 grants / $1,700
CIB World Building Congress 2007/BECON 2007, Cape Town Sth Africa, 14/5/2007 - 18/5/2007$1,700
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2007 |
Funding Finish | 2007 |
GNo | G0187672 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
20061 grants / $1,500
Joint International Conference on Computing Decision Making in Civil and Building Engineering, 14-16 June 2006$1,500
Funding body: University of Newcastle
Funding body | University of Newcastle |
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Project Team | Doctor Michael Mak |
Scheme | Travel Grant |
Role | Lead |
Funding Start | 2006 |
Funding Finish | 2006 |
GNo | G0186522 |
Type Of Funding | Internal |
Category | INTE |
UON | Y |
Research Supervision
Number of supervisions
Past Supervision
Year | Level of Study | Research Title | Program | Supervisor Type |
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2020 | PhD | Exploring Consumers’ Perceptions and Attitudes for Off-Site Manufactured Housing in Australia | PhD (Building), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Principal Supervisor |
2013 | PhD | Regenerating Chinese Cities: A Framework for Sustainable Decision Making based on Chinese Traditional Philosophy | PhD (Architecture), College of Engineering, Science and Environment, The University of Newcastle | Co-Supervisor |
Dr Michael Mak
Position
Conjoint Senior Lecturer
School of Architecture and Built Environment
College of Engineering, Science and Environment
Focus area
Construction Management (Building)
Contact Details
michael.mak@newcastle.edu.au |
Office
Building | Architecture |
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Location | Callaghan University Drive Callaghan, NSW 2308 Australia |