Top Ten Architects 2019 HONG KONG AGC DESIGN LIMITEDANDREW LEE KING FUN & ASSOCIATES ARCHITECTS LIMITEDDLN ARCHITECTS LIMITEDHPA (HO & PARTNERS ARCHITECTS ENGINEERS & DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS LIMITED)HSIN YIEH ARCHITECTS & ENGINEERS LIMITEDLWK & PARTNERS (HK) LTDP&T ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS LIMITEDRONALD LU & PARTNERSWONG & OUYANG (HK) LTD.WONG TUNG & PARTNERS LIMITED MALAYSIA AKIPRAKTISAKITEK AKIPRIMA SDN […]
FAST RESPONSE DESIGN FOR A BETTER LEARNING ECOSYSTEM Sekolah Indonesia Cepat Tanggap came about as a strategic response to recover the condition of the community affected by the earthquake, and as such, created a quick modular school design. This initiative of post-disaster recovery also became an opportunity to rebuild better by upgrading the quality of […]
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This multiple dwelling complex took into account the prevailing ecological context/site conditions into its design/plan. The contours of the land, existing trees/vegetation and nature, etc., were carefully considered when determining the position and placement of the building mass, in an effort to minimise disruption to the natural environment. As a result, the diverse biodiversity and […]
URBAN Windsor Nature Park (WNP) is a 75-hectare green space situated at the intersection between the dense urban fabric of Singapore and its natural biodiversity core. Located at the fringe of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve (CCNR), WNP is designed as a ‘buffer park’ that mitigates the impact of present and forecasted increase in human […]
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COMMERCIAL SHOWCASING THE BEAUTY OF BAMBOOThe resort is located on an island in Cat Ba Archipelago, Vietnam, a popular tourist destination. The project consists of five huts, a restaurant and pavilion, on a private beach. The structures are made out of bamboo covered with a thatched roof, referencing traditional Vietnamese architecture. Bamboo is the star […]
RESIDENTIAL: INDIVIDUAL HOUSES Planter Box House is designed to grow food for self-sufficiency. Apart from injecting multiple passive design strategies to create a low-energy home, the house is all covered—from the front to the roof and back—by more than 40 types of edible plants, and essentially tripling the green area of the site. These plants […]
Ideas that stick: magnetic laminates Dekodur Distil’s magnetic laminate surfaces allow magnetic objects to adhere firmly thanks to a special embedded core. These multipurpose laminates add functionality to the interior spaces in residential or commercial sectors. Offering writing and painting options, they are an excellent platform for creativity and expression at home or at work. […]
The ceramic tile manufacturing technology is constantly innovating. The range of large format thin tiles has since extended, and now possesses technical and performance characteristics. Ultralite The Ultralite range features one-component lightweight cementitious adhesives with an extended open time, making it ideal for installing thin porcelain tiles, ceramic tiles and natural stone. They are characterised […]
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The Discovery Slides attraction, designed by Playpoint (Singapore) Pte Ltd, is located at Canopy Park, the topmost floor of Jewel Changi Airport, a mixed-use development. This attraction has a mirror finish that takes its inspiration from the Cloud Gate sculpture in Chicago. To achieve the smooth mirror finish of the slides sculpture, plates of stainless […]
Schüco TipTronic SimplySmart is a concealed mechatronic fitting for automating Schüco aluminium window systems, which combine energy management, building automation and security. The window thus becomes an integral component of the intelligent building, taking advantage of the energy efficiency potential of the building envelope, while also featuring an aesthetically pleasing design for commercial and residential […]
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With more than 50 years of experience in creating innovative solutions for windows, doors and façades, the Technal brand knows to anticipate future changes in building regulations. It provides innovative solutions and the longest possible lifespan with minimal revisions. The company is focused on providing effective and reliable aluminium systems that produce long-term results over […]
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Dr Ho Nyok Yong, immediate past president of the Singapore Contractors Association Limited, will head the new Singapore Green Building Council (SGBC) Board for the 2019–2021 term. He takes over from SGBC president Tan Swee Yiow, chief executive officer and executive director of Keppel Land International Limited. The new SGBC board members were formally introduced […]
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