From Guoco Midtown to Admiralty Park and Jui Residences, see the unsung heroes of landscaping, architecture and interiordeisgn in Singapore. Singaporearchitecture Singaporedesign
Sometimes when we see a building we are in awe of the design. When we traipse through a lovely park to admire blooms and plants, and we closely examine the botanical details and green aesthetics, then only do we realise there must be some great designer behind this work.In this issue, we look at three firms doing what they do best.
Despite the firm being young and its team being lean, one should not snub their expertise. In truth, Ortus Design has created some of Singapore’s most stunning landscape projects which have not gone unnoticed. Their feather in the cap is Admiralty Park. This verdant space snagged an IFLA Outstanding Award in 2018 under the Social and Community Health Category. The client, National Parks Board, wanted an expansive social space, that is, an urban park in the leafy precinct of Woodlands.
The green concept of Midtown Modern rides on Ortus Design’s philosophy: “To promote the co-existence of nature in the cities for the wellness of people and as a responsible steward of the environment.”Without a doubt, landscape architecture is Ortus Design’s forte and Jui Siang’s passion flies the flag high for his firm. He is pleased that his skills and expertise can help clients create green havens for homeowners and commercial and social spaces.
Jui Residences sits on what was once the National Aerated Water Company founded in 1954, this famous soda bottling company — Sinalco and Kickapoo — had been vacant for decades but with Singapore’s economy steaming ahead, city-fringe sites like these are not spared from gentrification. This former space was also responsible for logistics and warehousing of soda drinks. Back in the 50s and 60s, one could visit the factory and enjoy a fizzy drink with friends or family.
This 1,830-sq-ft space is home to a young couple with two toddlers. Their brief to PI Architects is to create a home with spatial lightness, able to host small to large gatherings, construct ample storage that appears inconspicuous, and offer flexible spaces for their kids when they grow up. The project took about six months to complete.
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