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Things to do: Be inspired by beautifully designed spaces in Singapore

by Home & Decor  /   September 22, 2016
https://www.homeanddecor.com.sg/gallery/things-to-do-be-inspired-by-beautifully-designed-spaces-in-singapore/
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Good news for those interested in architecture (and good design in general): the annual Archifest is back, and with it, the highly popular programme Architours – where the public are given guided tours to private homes, schools, hotels, religious buildings and more – basically, some of the most architecturally unique spaces in Singapore that you might not be aware of.

Taking place at various locations over three weekends (September 24 to October 8), each individual tour typically showcases three different spaces over a span of five hours, led by the architects who designed the spaces.

With more than 20 spaces being featured in this year’s edition, we pick out the best of the bunch:

#1: Open House by Formwerkz Architect

A multi-generation house designed to embrace natural ventilation, its star attraction is the indoor pool that feels more like an outdoor pool (thanks to the ventilated facade), while strategically-placed plants provide a degree of privacy. 

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#1: Open House by Formwerkz Architect

What's even cooler: The indoor pool is actually suspended over the kitchen, complete with a circular viewing window akin to those on submarines.

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#2: House 24 by Park + Associates

We're getting strong Bali-meets-zen vibes here — and that can only be a good thing.

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#2: House 24 by Park + Associates

The courtyard screen is over eight metres high and is made up of timber slates, creating a rhythmic and layered facade.

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#3: Enabling Village by WOHA Architects

Previously the Bukit Merah Vocational Institute, the space has been repurposed to serve as a community park where the public can connect with people with disabilities.

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#3: Enabling Village by WOHA Architects

The design was meant to remove all physical barriers in an effort to create a shared space where everyone can be included, integrating disabled people as equals into the community.

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#4: Extension of Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve by CPG Consultants and Atelier Dreiseitl Asia

The Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve was gazetted as a nature reserve in 2002 in order to conserve its rich biodiversity. These observation pods allow humans to observe its mangroves without disturbing the wildlife.

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#4: Extension of Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve by CPG Consultants and Atelier Dreiseitl Asia

Each pod takes its cue from nature in its shell-like structure and environmentally-conscious design.

For timings and tickets ($50 for adults, $42 for students), head to the Architours website.

 

Written by Keng Yang Shuen for Female.

 

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