Inspirational Singapore [3]

As I came down, walk through the mall and out again, I came across a bridge which I did not expect to see at all. Its the Helix Bridge designed by COX Architect, whom I applied to for work but has no reply at all.Sniff. Anyways, before crossing the World Best Structure Design of 2010, I had time to appreciate the Museum that was under construction at a closer view. It is interesting but I am not sure how practical the walls are, if I only have the chance to view the interior.

The bridge structure was really interesting and complicated at first, but it comes at a repetitive pattern as a double helix, the first in the world that provides inherent strenght to the bridge and the walkway.

There was a Chinese New Year celebration right after the bridge, I came across a model that was out of places in relation to the fiasco that was going on and it is a huge model of The Pinnacle designed by MPKL. The model next to it is a structure made out from plastic water models.

Last thing, I did not qualify for the Jardins Jardin this year and the Pavilion competition in New York. Quote from the Pavilion email 'Unfortunately, your submitted design proposal was not selected as a finalist in this year's competition' and the Jardins's email 'The jury gathered last week and studied carefully your project. They found it interesting but however didn't keep it for the exhibition.' Finding it interesting does not really help. But anyways, I will be working in Singapore from May onwards, so the only competitions I can join would be with the big boys. Student life is over, its time to take a step forward. It is a scary thought.

Inspirational Singapore [2]

As I turn around from the tall building designed by MPKL, I came upon a project proposal which would be as high as 71 storeys beside a really small temple that has been there for 106 years! It would be interesting whether the project would be able to define the necessary solution for such a cram site. I do not think there is a way of going back as it is launching soon. So I lef the site and took a quick ride on the MRT towards Marina Bay and I came across a few buildings featured on Archdaily without the need to rotate my head.

Upon reaching the waterfront, you can see the Esplanade on the left just behind the Singapore's iconic lion fountain, if I could actually say that, and further left is being occupied by high rise buildings. The reason of coming to Marina Bay lies upon on the right, where I have to go through a shopping mall before reaching the destination. The picture shown below shows the relationship between up and down, as the picture is taken on sea level. Just before you enter the mall, you can get a glimpse of the Art Science Museum which is still under construction.

You need to walk underground from the mall to avoid the heavy traffic before reaching Marina Bay Sand, but before approaching, I was awed by the moving facade that I liked so much. It work really well considering the hotel is beside the water. I took a few pictures of its detail and it was done by James Carpenter.

I had to take a quick picture before entering the huge beast.

There were alot of visitors and it is a smart way of inviting tourists to have a quick glimpse of the city from one of the highest building in Singapore. Just as I was walking towards the ticketing area to go upwards, they have this intriguing water feature at the dropping entrance. The bar moves in relation to the movement of the water.

It only took less then a minute to reach the top, and upon reaching there, you are invited straight away to view the magnificient project proposal which was done in a competition, unfortunately I do not remember who the designers were, I thought it was Feilden Clegg Bradley Studio. Oh well, but nonetheless breathtaking from my point of view, I wanted to visit it when I saw the project a couple of years ago.

The infinity pool, hotel residents only. :(

The idea to make it feel like a park was great, there was alot of people up there and I didnt feel sick, although I am afraid of heights.

Inspirational Singapore [1]

I went to Singapore for an interview on the first week of February, and I was lucky to be staying in YMCA Hotel as it is just opposite the Award Winning School of Art designed by WOHA. I was so excited when I saw the building while sitting in the taxi. I get up everyday and I was given the opportunity to view the building from my breakfast table.



After having a quick check on where my interview would be, I could not resist but to go and have a quick look at Marina Bay where the new big hotel is constructed. But before I even have the chance to walk towards the MRT for a 2 stop journey to Marina Bay, I saw this residential building across the skyline designed by MPKL, it was shortlisted for the building of the year award.


I would add more of the buildings I came across when I have the chance.

Happy Belated Chinese New Year

Just wishing everyone a Happy Belated Chinese New Year. I did not have time to upload any post due to the time limitation I have during my holiday back at home in Malaysia. Will be uploading some inspirational buildings I cam across in Singapore soon.