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Singapore, the island nation, continues to surprise with its exquisite beauty and vibrant green spaces.
Explore the Top 5 Renowned Green Architectural Wonders in Singapore
Jewel Changi Airport
Jewel Changi Airport is home to the world's tallest indoor waterfall, a masterpiece developed by Safdie Architects. The airport boasts a stunning dome-shaped roof and collects and recycles waterfall water to reduce waste. Its facade is made from special cooling materials. With 200 species of animals and plants, it's not just a tourist attraction but also serves as a green lung, purifying the air.
Parkroyal Collection
The lush greenery and graceful lines of Parkroyal Collection stand out amidst the ancient houses of the Chinatown district. The rooftop gardens sprawl across the hotel's facade, covering an area of 15,000 square meters. Inside, green walls and water features enhance the resort-like experience within the city. The rooftop gardens, relying on solar panels, motion sensors, and rainwater harvesting, are truly remarkable.
The Interlace
Designed by architect Ole Scheeren, this complex was honored with the top award at the World Architecture Festival at Marina Bay Sands in 2015. Visiting Singapore, you'll be awestruck by its pinnacle of architecture, uniqueness, and distinctiveness. The entire residential compound spans 170,000 square meters, consisting of 31 interconnected hexagonal blocks. Each block stacks 6 floors on top of each other, with skylights in between. Consequently, the place is always flooded with light and airy. This complex impresses many Singaporean tourists with its lush green spaces, swimming pools, and playgrounds, creating an incredibly romantic and dreamy atmosphere akin to gardens in the clouds.
Tree House
The Tree House building at the corner of Upper Bukit Timah and Chestnut in Singapore quickly attracts attention with its massive, verdant living wall. Spanning 2,289 square meters, with 29 stories, this living wall is considered the world's largest vertical garden. Inspired by nature, even from afar, one can recognize the prominence and freshness of the garden, helping to reduce CO2 levels, purify air pollutants, and create a fresher atmosphere. Additionally, the green facade helps lower the building's temperature, thereby reducing cooling costs.
Residences at Enden
This luxurious mansion nestled in Orchard's garden was designed by the British architectural studio Heatherwick Studio, bringing the tropical essence of Singapore closer to residents and tourists with multiple layers of hanging gardens. It's a fusion of rare and tropical species that keeps the building cool, absorbs rainwater, and improves air quality. Residents can enjoy ample sunlight along with a natural ventilation system, which also helps air conditioning.
By Mytour
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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide
MytourFebruary 25, 2022
