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2 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023 EDITOR’S NOTE 4 Letter from the editor NEWS 6 Asia Pacific, Middle East & World 8 Media partners FEATURES: WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 10 ThreeSixty City Project / Philippines 16 Al Seef / UAE 20 Atlantis The Royal / UAE 24 Nanjing K.Wah G72 / China 28 Whittle School & Studios Suzhou Campus / China 32 Northshore StraitsView / Singapore FEATURES: INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN 36 New National Cancer Centre Singapore / Singapore 40 Senior Center of Guangxi / China 44 New Building for the Parliament of India / India FEATURES: PLAYGROUNDS & LANDSCAPING 48 Mapei Football Center 54 Playpoint launches MyLongevity in Singapore 55 Corkeen has been installed in Parc Astérix’s latest attraction MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL & PLUMBING SYSTEMS 56 News PRODUCT SHOWCASE 60 Products that are new or currently in the market SHOW REVIEW 62 BuildTech Asia 2023 / Singapore EVENTS 75 List of exhibitions, trade shows, fairs & conferences CONTENTS july-aug 2023 Disclaimer All advertisers and contributors must ensure all promotional material and editorial information submitted for all our publications, must be free from any infringement on patent rights and copyrights laws in every jurisdiction. Failure of which, they must be fully liable and accountable for all legal consequences (if any) that may arise. The Editor reserves the right to omit, amend or alter any press release submitted for publication. The publisher and the editor are unable to accept any liability for errors or omissions that may occur, although every effort has been taken to ensure that all information is correct at the time of going to press. No portion of this publication may be reproduced in whole or part without the written permission of the publisher. The editorial contents contributed by consultant editor, editor, interviewee and other contributors for this publication, do not, in any way, represent the views of or endorsed by the Publisher or the Management of Trade Link Media Pte Ltd. Thus, the Publisher or Management of Trade Link Media will not be accountable for any legal implications to any party or organisation. Southeast Asia Building is available free-of-charge to applicants in the building industry who meet the publication’s terms of control. For applicants who do not qualify for free subscription, copies will be made available, subject to acceptance by the publisher, for a subscription fee, which varies according to the country of residence in the following manner: Annual Subscription Airmail: America/Europe – S$220, Japan, Australia, New Zealand – S$220, Middle East – S$220, Asia – S$180, Malaysia / Brunei – S$120 Surface mail: Singapore – S$70 (Incl 8% GST Reg No.: M2-0108708-2) Printed in Singapore by Fuisland Offset Printing (S) Pte Ltd MCI (P) 041/08/2022 KDN No: 1560 (1270) - (6) ISSN 2345-7066 (Print) and ISSN 2345-7074 (E-periodical) Trade Link Media Pte Ltd also publishes: • Bathroom + Kitchen Today • Lighting Today • Security Solutions Today • Southeast Asia Construction SOUTHEAST ASIA BUILDING is published bi-monthly by: Trade Link Media Pte Ltd, 1 Paya Lebar Link, #04-01, Paya Lebar Quarter 1 (PLQ 1), Singapore 408533 Tel : +65 6842 2580 Editorial e-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tradelinkmedia.com.sg Co. Reg. no.: 199204277K ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Eric Ooi ([email protected]) EDITOR Amita Natverlal ([email protected]) MARKETING MANAGER Felix Ooi ([email protected]) HEAD OF GRAPHIC DEPT/ADVERTISEMENT CO-ORDINATOR Fawzeeah Yamin ([email protected]) CIRCULATION Yvonne Ooi ([email protected]) Scan QR Code Connect with us on social media! or visit our website http://seab.tradelinkmedia.biz www.twitter.com/ SEA_Building www.facebook.com/ southeastasiabuilding www.instagram.com/ southeastasiabuilding Project: New building for the Parliament of India Design Consultant: HCP Design, Planning and Management Pvt. Ltd. Photo: Photograph by Kavin Kumar La Sa (KL), on behalf of HCP Design, Planning and Management Pvt. Ltd. Page 44 9 772345 706008 ISSN 2345-7066 A r c h i t e c t u r e • I n t e r i o r D e s i g n • L a n d s c a p i n g • M . E . P. SY S T E M S July / August 2023 ON THE COVER: Al Seef / Dubai IN THIS ISSUE Waterfront Developments On the Cover: Al Seef in Dubai, UAE by 10 Design. Photo credit: Gerry O’Leary Cover design by Fawzeeah Yamin
4 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023 PLATINUM PARTNERS GOLD PARTNERS SILVER PARTNERS PLATINUM PARTNERS GOLD PARTNERS SILVER PARTNERS yadot yadot yadot PARTNERS PLATINUM GOLD PARTNERS SILVER PARTNERS PLATINUM PARTNERS GOLD PARTNERS SILVER PARTNERS SILVER Welcome to July/Aug issue! Waterfront living and working is becoming a popular way of life in urban cities. Such developments offer people a respite from a stressful day at work. And for those working in offices, the scenic view of a waterfront is simply a blessing. Waterfront developments are beautiful to look at but a lot of hard work and planning goes behind it. Sometimes, it takes as many as five years to complete a waterfront development, which is usually a part of a greater urban masterplan. We showcase some stunning projects from China, Dubai and Singapore. In the interior design, we explore the theme Institutional Buildings. And we are fortunate to be able to showcase three different types of institutional buildings in Asia: New National Cancer Centre Singapore; Senior Center of Guangxi; and New building for the Parliament of India. In the playgrounds & landscaping section, we have interesting projects and some news to share with you. BuildTech Asia (BTA), one of the Asia Pacific’s leading building and construction industry shows, took place from 28-30 March 2023 at Singapore EXPO Hall 3. We bring you some highlights of the show and innovations from some of the exhibitors. Don’t miss the show review in the PDF copy. Thank you for reading and take care! EDITOR’S NOTE Amita Natverlal Industry Partners of SEAB Green Building Council Mauritius Green Building Council Indonesia Emirates Green Building Council Qatar Green Building Council Green Building Council Italia Jordan Green Building Council Green Building Council Sri Lanka The Hong Kong Institute of Architects Interior Designers Association of Nepal Asia-Pacific Space Designers Association Foundation for Futuristic Cities Green Building Council Namibia Interior Design Confederation of Singapore Society of Interior Designers (Singapore) Green Building Committee BEI MYANMAR Singapore Green Building Council Philippine Green Building Council Vietnam Green Building Council Hong Kong Green Building Council Bangladesh Green Building Council Asscociation of Myanmar Architects Design Council – Sri Lanka d Sept / Oct 2023 Issue (Sustainability Issue) FEATURES: - Climate Change - Hospitality Interior Design - Playgrounds & Landscaping Green Institute Nepal N E PA L Singapore Institute of Building Limited Society of British and International Interior Design Asia Designer Communication Platform
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Singapore – You’ve been waiting for it and it’s finally here. Register now for BEX Asia 2023, the region’s foremost exhibition for the Built Environment Industry. Get first-hand information on the latest innovation and technologies in advanced construction, sustainability, energy efficiency, productivity, and smart solutions from around the world. Build and expand your network with industry leaders and key players from the built environment community to explore various business opportunities all in one platform. Register today and join the biggest gathering in the built environment industry on 6-8 September 2023 at Sands Expo & Convention Centre. For more information, visit www.bex-asia.com. Registration opens for BEX Asia 2023 Photo courtesy of BEX Asia. SIBT and SSHT return in August to promote smart industry exchange Shanghai, China – Shanghai Intelligent Building Technology (SIBT), Shanghai Smart Home Technology (SSHT) and the Shanghai Smart Office Technology (SSOT) zone will take place from 29 – 31 August 2023 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre. SIBT and SSHT will be run under the themes of “Smart connection” and “Smart frontier”, and will aim to promote synergy and cooperation between smart industries and ultimately push the boundaries of what is possible with smart technology. The fairs will integrate different sectors including smart real estate, smart facility management, smart communities, smart hotels and smart campuses, and facilitate a wide range of business opportunities. Ms Lucia Wong, General Manager of Messe Frankfurt (HK) Ltd said: “The building industry is now deeply integrated with the new generation of information technology, connecting all corners of the industry. This can enhance the quality and efficiency of its development as well as achieve green and low-carbon transformation. SIBT and SSHT will therefore continue to provide an open business platform as cross-industry cooperation emerges as a major trend for the future landscape of intelligent buildings.” In line with market development, SIBT and SSHT will create synergies and encourage exchange between smart industries. At the same time, different forums and seminars will be offered to explore industry trends in various sectors such as smart communities, smart facility management, intelligent buildings, smart homes and more. Highlights include: Smart Hotel, Smart Campus, Smart Home, Smart Audio-Visual, Smart Office and Smart Parking. For more information on SIBT and SSHT, visit www.building.messefrankfurt.com.cn. Photo courtesy of Guangzhou Guangya Messe Frankfurt Co Ltd. NEWS Asia Pacific & Middle East 6 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
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Hong Kong – On 6 June 2023, the Hong Kong Green Building Council (HKGBC) launched Hong Kong’s first “Climate Change Framework for Built Environment” at a ceremony that brought together industry leaders and experts to chart a path towards decarbonisation. Dr Samuel CHUI, JP, Director of Environmental Protection, the Government of the HKSAR served as the Guest of Honour and underscored the importance of the framework in facilitating the Hong Kong building sector’s transition to carbon neutrality. Representatives from the government and various sectors also shared their ongoing efforts to adapt to climate change and reduce carbon emissions. The launch of the Framework was fully supported by over 50 supporting organisations. The HKGBC has developed a Climate Change Framework (Framework) to assist the building industry in setting net zero carbon goals, reporting environmental, social and governance achievements, justifying green finance requirements, and disclosing climate risk strategies. As part of the Framework, the HKGBC is launching the “Zero-Carbon-Ready Building Certification Scheme” this July, with participation from more than ten major developers including Chinachem Group, Hang Lung Properties Limited, Henderson Land, Hongkong Land, Hysan Development Company Limited, MTR Corporation, Nan Fung Group, New World Development Company Limited, Nina Hospitality Company Limited, Sino Group, Sun Hung Kai Properties Limited, Swire Properties Limited, and as well as other key industry players. Focusing on consistency as a living document and continually refined by the HKGBC working with industry experts, the Framework provides an adaptable yet reliable resource to help the building sector transition to carbon neutrality and climate resilience over time, through best practices and performance benchmarks. The Framework supports the HKGBC to envision goals on carbon reduction and lower carbon emissions associated with material production by 2030, and net zero emissions associated with materials by 2050, through material selection, design optimisations and resource efficiency. Dr Cheung Tin-cheung, SBS, Chairman of the HKGBC, remarked, “The built environment is a significant source of greenhouse gas emissions responsible for global warming, the building industry has a critical role to play in mitigating climate change and reducing carbon emissions. The HKGBC launches the Climate Change Framework which sets out a clear and ambitious path for addressing climate change, outlines our goals, strategies and actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Thanks to contributions from industry experts, developers, consultants, contractors, government and communities, the Framework informs and inspires the building sector towards a sustainable and climate resilient future for Hong Kong.” Buildings in Hong Kong consume 90 percent of its electricity while generating over 60 percent of carbon emissions, making industry decarbonisation critical. The Framework aims to provide tools for the building sector to achieve net zero carbon The Hong Kong Green Building Council launches Hong Kong’s first “Climate Change Framework for Built Environment” and manage climate risks. It assists stakeholders through shared definitions and terminology, platforms connecting stakeholders, guidance on setting carbon reduction targets and roadmaps, tools benchmarking energy and carbon performance. Under this Framework, carbon reduction certifications have also been developed for the industry and the building owners to advance their net zero goals. Developed through extensive stakeholder consultations and benchmarking of international experience, the Framework seeks to facilitate industry practitioners in meeting decarbonisation targets and fostering net zero carbon and climate resilience across Hong Kong’s building sector. The Framework’s resources aim to support Hong Kong’s building industry transition to net zero emissions and climate resilience by 2050, in line with the city’s climate commitments. At the launching ceremony, a panel discussion led by Ir Dr Bruce CHONG, Director of Climate & Sustainability of Ove Arup & Partners Hong Kong Limited, and featuring Prof. Jack CHENG (Chapter 2 Convenor), Associate Head and Professor of The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Ir Dr Raymond YAU (Chapter 3 Convenor), General Manager – Technical Services & Sustainable Development of Swire Properties Limited and Ms Grace KWOK (Chapter 4 & 5 Convenor), Chairman and Executive Director of AEC Group, was held. The experts emphasised the urgent need for frameworks to guide the industry’s transition to net zero emissions and resilience, noting market opportunities for developers to provide low-carbon solutions and future-proof assets against climate risks. The panellists stressed policies, incentives, and disclosure requirements as crucial to motivate stakeholders, recommending optimisations for efficiency, climate risk assessments, materials with lower emissions intensities, and climate-smart measures to chart an actionable pathway for the industry to achieve net zero emissions whilst building resilience, capturing both the risks and opportunities of this critical transition. For more details on the “Climate Change Framework for Built Environment”, please refer to https://general.hkgbc. org.hk/download/ccf. Photo credit: Hong Kong Green Building Council NEWS Media Partners 8 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
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Waterfront developments are crucial for creating attractive public spaces that improve the quality of life for people while offering economic opportunities and ecosystem services like flood protection and water purification. They are an important aspect of urbanisation. However, urban planners face various challenges with waterfront developments such as imminent threats from climate change and constantly evolving lifestyles. To mitigate these, urban planners can integrate climateresilient measures into the planning and design of waterfront developments. Protective barriers, green infrastructure, and sustainable development practices that reduce the impact of human activity on the environment are all necessary strategies waterfront developments should seek to adopt. It is crucial that we as urban planners take steps to protect them from the impacts of climate change. Doing so will ensure that these areas continue to contribute to the well-being of our cities and communities economically, socially, and environmentally for generations to come. At CPG Consultants (CPG), the Urban Planning team executes high-level planning strategies to create successful urban waterfront spaces. In adopting a three-pronged development strategy that aims at understanding the local communities and respecting the historical past of the location, the team also creates a sustainable environment and enhances the economic value of the development. Such strategies also help to enhance intrinsic qualities and breathe new life into the identities of these waterfront communities, an example of how the company use a three-pronged development strategy can be seen in one of its projects, the “ThreeSixty City” in Lingayen Bay, Pangasinan, Philippines. “ThreeSixty City” Project in Lingayen Bay, Pangasinan About 180 hectares of foreshore land in Lingayen, the provincial capital of the Pangasinan province in the Philippines, would be developed into a new waterfront Special Economic Zone (SEZ). Located in the northern part of the Philippines, Pangasinan is renowned for its picturesque beaches and vibrant cultural heritage, the province’s rich waterfront history stretches back to pre-colonial times when the Pangasinan people showcased their exceptional seafaring skills, navigating the waters of the Lingayen Gulf and the South China Sea to successfully engage in extensive trade with diverse cultures and honed their fishing expertise. Leveraging on the historical prosperity of the waterfront, it remains a vital space upon which people’s livelihoods depend, and it serves as a nexus for social and economic activities. Restoring the waterfront development Above & Below: Views of the Limahong Channel where bank stabilisation work is taking place. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 12 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
The coast of Lingayen Bay continues to attract many tourists drawn to Pangasinan’s remarkable maritime history and stunning beaches. However, amidst the increased development, the natural environment has suffered from neglect and insufficient upkeep over the years. Compounded by the impacts of climate change, current coastal protection efforts need to be improved to counter the rapid degradation. Amidst the various measures that CPG’s urban planning team proposed to address these concerns and restore the waterfront, one crucial aspect is the rehabilitation of the wetland areas, creating a designated wetland reserve that serves as a habitat for migratory birds. Additionally, the team curated paths within the wetland to allow people to enjoy the space while minimising the environmental impact safely. Another essential step is desilting the Limahong Channel, followed by riverbank reclamation. By implementing a hard embankment along the river, the area can be safeguarded against storm surges, ensuring the protection of waterfront properties. Furthermore, constructing a coastal road on a slightly elevated dike would facilitate seamless connectivity along the waterfront. Through these combined efforts, it is hoped that the deteriorating condition of the coastline can be reversed, allowing for the preservation of the natural environment and the continued enjoyment of Pangasinan’s unique maritime heritage by both residents and visitors alike. Limahong Wetland Reserve Coastal Protection Section WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 13
A 3-Pronged Development Strategy To ensure the continued prosperity and success of the Lingayen waterfront d e v e l o p m e n t , t h e t h re e - p ro n g e d development strategy will focus on using three approaches: Innovative, Immersive, and Inclusive to enhance environments for communities to thrive along these new waterfronts. “The aim is to create a user-centric, sustainable, urban living lab environment that inspires and provides unique and memorable experiences,” said Mr. Rodeo Cabillan, Vice President of the CPG’s Urban Planning Team. INNOVATIVE The “Innovative” approach focuses on testing innovative waterfront urban solutions within the SEZ development. Specifically, attention is given to the areas of energy, circular economy, and digital infrastructure, aiming to harness the power of the waterfront and enhance its natural beauty. In the wetland park area along the Limahong Channel, a duty-free and commercial zone is seamlessly integrated with the waterfront, blending h a r m o n i o u s l y. T h e s e t r a n s i t i o n spaces between the development and the waterfront serve as public a re a s f o r s h o p p e r s to e n j o y t h e natural environment. The duty-free development is themed to capitalise on the waterfront’s qualities, incorporating green infrastructure to minimise carbon footprint. To rehabilitate previously neglected open spaces, the CPG Urban Planning team implemented Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD) within the developments. This involves incorporating elements such as green roofs, rain gardens, and bioswales into the urban landscape. T h e s e f e a t u r e s a i d i n m a n a g i n g stormwater, reducing the urban heat island effect, and improving air quality, contributing to the overall revitalisation of the waterfront area. The overall objective is to align the project with creating a vibrant business retail environment that boasts a distinguished natural site character. IMMERSIVE An immersive experience for the users comes from an ecologically sensitive design that promotes a harmonious coexistence with nature. Establishing a coherent green-blue network where natural landscapes and water elements seamlessly blend creates an environmentally conscious and enjoyable experience for visitors. Inland Development buffers to mitigate stormwater runoff. Wetland Duty Free Complex Siren Statue Floating Park – paying homage to the folklore of Pangasinan, set in the context of a community park by the waterfront. Emerald Bay Cove Marina – A multi-functional public promenade along the waterfront where a variety of recreational-leisure activities can take place. A floating stage with a symbolic statue is positioned in the middle of the marina, fully activating all dimensions of the marina. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 14 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
PROJECT DETAILS PROJECT NAME: ThreeSixty City PROJECT LOCATION: Lingayen Bay, Pangasinan, Philippines CLIENT: Pangasinan Provincial Government URBAN PLANNING / DESIGN: CPG Consultants TOTAL SITE AREA: 180 hectares COMPLETION: In Progress PHOTO CREDIT: CPG Consultants Implementing an Eco-estuarine Green Corridor plays a pivotal role in the development. It commences from the eastern part of the project at the Tawalisi Crest, where a symbolic link bridge spans the Limahong Channel, allowing for both vehicle and pedestrian crossings. It is an excellent gateway into the new waterfront SEZ development, providing direct access to public promenades and civic plazas along the marina (Emerald Bayfront Cove). These areas present exceptional opportunities to create a landmark entrance across the riverfront, leaving a lasting impression on visitors. Functioning as the backbone of the entire waterfront development, the Ecoestuarine Green Corridor serves as the main spine that connects and unifies the three distinct district zones. This continuous stretch of green space and waterway acts as a unifying element, ensuring seamless integration and enhancing the overall coherence and connectivity of the project. Within each district zone, there are three distinct waterfront development themes, running parallel to the waterfront. The first hub showcases a commercialagro character with a focus on wellness, offering a diverse range of amenities and services that promote health and well-being. The second hub features a golf course, providing a recreational haven for enthusiasts and enhancing the area’s appeal. Finally, the third hub boasts a central park, aptly named Sirens’ Central Park, which encompasses a central lake. This area radiates an atmosphere of relaxation and leisure, providing a tranquil oasis amidst the vibrant waterfront development. INCLUSIVE Finally, the “Inclusive” approach as part of the development strategy aims to facilitate a seamless eco-experience within the walkable precinct. One notable initiative is the establishment of the Limahong Wetland Reserve, a protected area spanning 13 hectares. This reserve serves multiple purposes, acting as a natural recreation space for residents and tourists. Moreover, it plays a crucial role as a habitat for numerous species of wildlife and plants, fostering biodiversity and supporting the ecosystem. The wetland reserve is particularly significant as a critical breeding ground for migratory b i r d s , a t t r a c t i n g t h e s e b e a u t i f u l creatures during their seasonal journeys. Additionally, the reserve serves vital ecological functions such as flood control and water filtration, contributing to the area’s overall environmental balance and sustainability. Conclusion Waterfront developments retain their timeless importance, serving as valuable spaces contributing to the fabric of communities. Urban planning and design play a pivotal role in addressing the challenges posed by urbanisation and climate change. By adopting sustainable and resilient approaches, we can create livable communities that withstand the changing environmental conditions. The CPG team remains committed to leveraging its expertise and knowledge gained from local and international projects to embrace best practices in revitalising waterfront developments and public spaces. Entering ThreeSixty City via Tawalisi Crest over the Limahong Channel, overlooking the duty-free wetlands. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 15
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Dubai-based holding company, Meraas, is committed to e n r i c h D u b a i ’ s t o u r i s m industry by rejuvenating D u b a i C re e k i n to a n e w to u r i s m destination – Al Seef. Stretching 1.8 kilometres along the creek, the development is located in the historic heart of Dubai adjacent to the Al Fahidi Cultural Historical Neighborhood. Al Seef is conceptualised to embrace the Emirati culture and yet at the same time shape the modern lifestyle of Dubai. This new development, which has attracted substantial new thinking and investment in Dubai, is one of the UAE’s most popular destinations offering retail, dining and hospitality experiences. 10 DESIGN is the Design Architect for the Contemporary District of Al Seef, leading the project from concept design all the way through to construction supervision. The contemporary area is designed by 10 DESIGN as a complementary foil to the heritage area which forms part of the wider masterplan. The contemporary area spans around 670 metres of the Dubai Creek waterfront with retail, F&B, hospitality, marina amenities and parking covering over a total of 85,000 square metres. 10 DESIGN’s scheme has broken down the retail and F&B amenities into a series of standalone pavilions fronting along the shores of Dubai Creek. The pavilions fully open out onto the promenade, Photo credit: Gerry O’Leary Photo credit: Gerry O’Leary Photo credit: Gerry O’Leary Photo credit: Gerry O’Leary b l u r r i n g t h e d i s t i n c t i o n b e t w e e n internal and external spaces, providing the canvas for exciting, active, and bustling retail and hospitality concepts. Gordon Affleck, Design Partner, said: “The individual design personalities of each retail and F&B pavilion incorporate crafted and layered façade solutions, resulting in a rich variety framing the visitor experience. Beneficially each pavilion has a distinctive identity; however, a common palette of materials and consistent approach to the precision of detailing ties together the separate elements to form a coherent solution across the whole district.” “To complete a holistic lifestyle offer, Al Seef accommodates 2 hotels by Jumeirah: a 150-key Zabeel House Mini WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 18 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
PROJECT DETAILS PROJECT NAME: Al Seef (The Contemporary Area) PROJECT LOCATION: Dubai, UAE CLIENT: Meraas – Dubai-based Holding Company DESIGN ARCHITECT: 10 DESIGN SITE AREA: 104,543 square metres TOTAL GROSS FLOOR AREA: 85,000 square metres RETAIL AND F&B: 9,999 square metres ZABEEL HOUSE MINI BY JUMEIRAH: 9,995 square metres (150 keys) ZABEEL HOUSE BY JUMEIRAH: 17,892 square metres (200 keys) PUBLIC & SERVICES AREA: 9,778 square metres BASEMENT & CARPARK: 37,336 square metres STATUS: Opened in September 2017 (Retail and F&B) Opened in March 2018 (Zabeel House Mini by Jumeirah) Opened in June 2018 (Zabeel House by Jumeirah) Diagram: 10 Design and a 200-key Zabeel House. Extending from the hotels is the creation of separate F&B water pavilions that spill out and into the creek, stepping across a terraced, cascading landscape for a distinctive take on waterfront dining opportunities,” added Chris Jones, Partner – MENA. Ross Milne, Chief Operating Officer, explained: “The complexities of realising the project included the consideration of important and historic neighbourhoods, necessary service diversions and the reinforcement of existing sea walls. The result, however, is uncompromisingly contemporary but appropriately scaled with a rich palette of materials.” Al Seef seeks to maximise its waterfront location, celebrating cultural links and creating a rich, diverse, and vibrant place filled with exciting retail, leisure and hospitality outlets. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 19
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I n November 2022, the newest iconic landmark of Dubai, Atlantis The Royal welcomed guests to an experience that will completely redefine their perspective of luxury. Crafted by the world’s leading designers, architects, and artists, this is a destination where everything has been designed to challenge the boundaries of imagination. Surging 43 storeys high and spanning 4 0 6 , 0 0 0 s q u a re m e t re s , At l a n t i s The Royal is a show-stopping resort that reimagines and challenges the confines of modern resort architecture. Transforming the bespoke resort luxury vertically into a 500-metre-long, 178-metre-tall, mega structure, this architecturally unique icon is defined by a never-before-seen sky garden concept. The resort is positioned on the outer crescent of The Palm Island – a location which allows the building to have two different types of waterfront views: towards either the Arabian Gulf or the sheltered lagoon of the Palm Island and the Dubai skyline. Atlantis The Royal was designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF), one of the world’s preeminent architecture firms. The design of Atlantis The Royal reflects the classic form of Atlantis’ nearby property Atlantis The Palm, while bringing it forward with a futuristic form that showcases the progressive, modern architecture of the Dubai skyline. As a reimagining of traditional sculptural towers, it takes the form of a stack of individual blocks, each offering a bespoke private experience from a private core per stack. The six striking towers are adjoined by a 90 x 33 metre sky bridge, which, along with the dramatically illuminated openings between each block, creates a clearly identifiable pattern on the night skyline. KPF has designed a simple yet stunning visual identity that evokes the monumental arches and arcades of Roman aqueducts through which the sun and sky are framed as part of the architecture itself. The interior of the new iconic resort was designed by G.A Group, one of the world’s pre-eminent luxury hotel and residential interior design firms responsible for projects such as W Shanghai, Corinthia London, W Taipei, Palace Hotel Tokyo and the upcoming 1Hotel Mayfair. The original design brief conceptualised by G.A Group was inspired by the oldest inhabitants of the Arabian desert, the Bedouins; known for their resourcefulness and hospitality, the tribes would traverse thousands of miles across the sand dunes using water wells, which were the lifeblood of the desert, to navigate. The precious commodity of water is constantly celebrated throughout the property, with water features, sculptures and colour palettes peppered throughout to guide guests on their discovery of the resort. Examples of this can be found in the dramatic 11.5 metres tall lobby sculpture, Droplets, which represents the first drop of rain in a dry desert, to the Deluge water elevators, which invites guests to quite literally walk-through water to reach the next part of the resort. Cloud burst light fixtures feature at each elevator bank and hundreds of raindrops shaped light pendants delicately stud the lobby ceilings. The architecture, water views and internet design were all inspiration for the design of WET, the world’s leading water feature design firm, responsible for world-famous attractions including the Fountains of Bellagio and the record-breaking HSBC Rain Vortex at Jewel Changi Airport. The connection with water is made through a series of water features along the resort’s WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 22 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
PROJECT DETAILS PROJECT NAME: Atlantis The Royal PROJECT LOCATION: Dubai, UAE ARCHITECT: Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates (KPF) GROSS FLOOR AREA: 406,000 square metres NUMBER OF STOREYS: 43 OPENING: 10 February 2023 PHOTOS: Atlantis The Royal main axis that guides visitors from their entry, as they pass through the Firefalls feature to experience the climatic finale of Skyblaze. The fountains highlight the power of water’s presence and its effect on us, whether creating quiet, contemplative moments or wowing us with the spectacular. Collectively, the combination of water and fire when in so many features is something never done before in the world. The water features include: Firefalls, two highly reflective walls of glass clad in rippling water and embracing programmable plumes of fire; Deluge, two three-storey cylindrical glass elevators immersed in cascades of water; and Skyblaze, a 28-metre high fire and water fountain, composed of myriad water forms, fire bursts, lights, and performative music. Alongside cutting-edge innovation inside the resort, landscaping design company SKS Studio and 40NORTH worked together to create moments through the property where the resort landscape (typically found on the ground of a hotel) are transported vertically into the tower. Taking the form of Sky Pool Villas and Sky Terraces, these spaces are shaded from the floors above and ventilated by the oceanic winds and pools, creating passively cooled spaces that aim to extend the time guests can enjoy outdoors from six to almost 10 months of the year. These take inspiration from Mozarabic courtyards, which were traditionally cooled by shading, plants and ornamental fountains. All of the resort’s elevated pools are acrylic-fronted, inviting guests to swim up to 43 storeys in the air, while simultaneously looking out to the skyline and beyond. This surprising experience of being both over and beneath water is truly unique. James von Klemperer, President and Design Principal, Kohn Pedersen Fox Associates, notes, “We were asked to dream big on this project. To create something unique and iconic for Dubai – and when I look at it now, I’m amazed by the audacity of the whole undertaking. I’m bowled over by what’s been built, with its vertical piling up of outdoor experiences in the pools, outside spaces and remarkable design features at every turn. The gardens in the sky, first imagined in sketches on paper, are now realized hundreds of feet above the ground.” Tim Kelly, Managing Director of Atlantis Dubai says, “This is it. Our moment is finally here to reveal Atlantis The Royal as the world’s most ultra-luxury resort. Atlantis the Royal is about experiencing something you never imagined could be and the architecture sets this up masterfully, with the six towers joined together by a 90-foot infinity pool, redrawing the Dubai skyline and creating a new icon on the Palm. It delivers a bespoke range of breath-taking experiences, inviting guests to swim amongst the clouds in sky pools and be dazzled by fountains that breathe fire. The unique building reflects the once in a lifetime experiences guests will have inside.” WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 23
Nanjing K.Wah G72 WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 24 24 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023 JUL-AUG 2023
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Nanjing K.Wah G72 is expected to be one of the most expansive mixed-use developments in the Chinese city. UNStudio was commissioned by the developer K.Wah Group to create a humancentric destination where sustainability and culture play a key role in the daily lives of locals and visitors alike. UNStudio’s proposed design concept e n v i s i o n s a d y n a m i c w a t e r f r o n t community, a low-density and lush green working-living environment, which is expected to add new vibrancy to Nanjing, while contributing as a hub for culture, finance and innovation. Ben van Berkel, founder and principal architect at UNStudio: “The Nanjing K.Wah G72 mixed-use development will serve as a one-stop destination in which lifestyle, innovation and work are brought together. It aims to be a benchmark for newly integrated urban developments in Nanjing, across the country, and beyond.” Responding to urban planning The new K.Wah G72 mixed-use project is set along the urban central and the economic development axes in Hexi New District, and is connected to the Metro Rail Transit to the northwest and the coast to the south. The site is separated by the central river and the planned road into four plots, which are set to create a dynamic community for locals and visitors. Its dynamic programming of high-rise office towers, commercial and cultural functions, two serviced apartment buildings, a headquarter tower and a luxury hotel forms an urban silhouette that rises from the central waterfront area to either side of the complex. A green corridor is extended throughout the entire design for K.Wah G72, bringing together community and nature in a multi-dimensional way, and will contribute to the well-being of the city. These green public spaces encourage socialising, event organisation and creativity, and enable building users, visitors and creative professionals to experience new ways of living, while also providing a leisurely sanctuary to a fast-paced life. Waterfront community C r e a t i n g a “ l i f e s t y l e w a t e r f r o n t community” is at the core of UNStudio’s proposal for the K.Wah G72 mixed-use development. The communities that have historically lived by Nanjing City’s Qinhuai River inspired the design. By making full use of the resources along this central waterway, riparian low-density podiums and green terraces create a waterfront community that continues this cultural and urban heritage. Hannes Pfau, partner at UNStudio: “UNStudio’s vision is set to realise a f u t u re - o r i e n te d , m u l t i - p u r p o s e community, which will contribute to Nanjing’s ambitious urban development goals. The design aims to create a synergy between building scale and human scale, bringing a healthy and pleasant working, shopping and living environment for residents, visitors and creative professionals. The development will offer diversified value to this historical location, in terms of a new identity for the community and city.” Cultural continuity This waterfront community as well propels Nanjing and the surrounding regions as an exciting cultural venue. As the ancient capital of the six Chinese dynasties, Nanjing has a rich cultural history. UNStudio’s design strategy for K.Wah G72 development adopts this history and incorporates it into the city’s embrace of contemporary art. As such, the UCCA Centre for Contemporary Art will be introduced and form the core public space for the arts within the community and will provide a new venue to showcase Nanjing’s culture and art on the world stage. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 26 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
PROJECT DETAILS PROJECT NAME: Nanjing K.Wah G72 PROJECT LOCATION: Nanjing, China CLIENT: K. Wah Group ARCHITECT: UNStudio BUILDING SURFACE: 529,427 square metres BUILDING VOLUME: 1,633,298 cubic metres BUILDING SITE: 83,384 square metres PROGRAMME: Office, Apartment, Hotel, Retail, Art Centre STATUS: Under Construction RENDERING CREDIT: UNStudio The streamlined and rhythmic design of the Art Centre supports a sense of togetherness within the community and fosters a more creative atmosphere. In the future, the art venue will host a variety of international cultural and artistic events, exhibitions and social activities, creating a new, ambitious cultural venue that innovatively intertwines public and semi-private programme for visitors and the general public alike. Sustainability The proposal for K.Wah G72 aims to be a landmark in sustainability and future-proof design in China. Well-being is at the centre of the design, as well as the incorporation of technology to enhance the sustainability, public welfare and adaptive nature of the different plots. From the outset, UNStudio’s design strategy adopted active energy saving technologies, such as natural ventilation, HVAC system, solar photovoltaic panels (roof or facade), to lower the energy demands of the building. The office towers will also use prefabricated components as well as a modular supporting structure. Building Integrated Photovoltaic, BIPV solutions installed on the roofs of all buildings will meet the daily energy demand of the buildings and further reduce operation and maintenance costs. This solution will also be applied to the façade of UCCA Centre for Contemporary Art. With its proximity to the central river, the development also introduces a rainwater management system to promote rainwater harvesting and irrigation, with the aim of forming a healthier ecosystem. The sustainable design of the G72 development also focus on achieving a low carbon environment. It proposes a multi-layer transportation network, including a direct connection with the underground public transport system. This not only provides convenience to visitors, but also encourages the use of public transport and increases regional accessibility. At the same time, by introducing separate waterfront footpaths and pedestrian bridges, walkability is promoted throughout the site. As such, the design for K.Wah G72 will not only fulfill the needs for developing the TOD, but sets a precedence for mixed-use typologies as part of China’s goals for becoming carbon-neutral by 2060. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 27
Whittle School & Studios Suzhou Campus WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 28 28 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023 JUL-AUG 2023
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T he Whittle School and Studio Suzhou Campus is beautifully situated on a gracious 7.5-hectare waterfront site in the heart of the new high-speed-rail new-town district. Only a 19-minute high-speed rail ride from Shanghai, the new purpose-built 119,000 square metres facility will accommodate 2,500 students from grades Pre-K–12 in a bi-lingual international boarding school environment for Chinese and foreign learners. Designed by Perkins Eastman, the new facility is comprised of several courtyard-style academic buildings, a shared community building containing a professional-grade performing arts centre, orchestra and ensemble rooms, a sports centre with an eight-lane competition pool, and a student-resident tower for up to 1,000 students. Designed to meet a LEED for Schools Silver benchmark and China Green-star (two star) requirements, the new state-of-the-art campus is poised to become one of the premier boarding school campuses in Asia. The design connects the traditional with the modern, and emulates the Whittle School & Studios ethos that “learning happens everywhere, all the time.” To create a campus that’s not only in a place, but of a place, rooting the architecture in its context, and paying homage to the host-country culture, the design draws inspiration from the local historic Suzhou heritage and architecture. Transparency, flexibility, authenticity, and nature are additional design drivers that create a consistent, cohesive look that embodies the Whittle School values. Masterplan approach The planning of the Whittle School campus is informed by the external site pressures and internal programmatic forces. The site is bordered on the east and south by a new waterway/canal, a secondary access road WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 30 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
PROJECT DETAILS PROJECT NAME: Whittle School & Studios Suzhou Campus PROJECT LOCATION: Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, China CLIENT: Whittle School & Studios Suzhou ARCHITECT: Perkins Eastman PROGRAM: K-12 Education GROSS BUILT AREA: 119,000 square metres AWARDS: LEED GOLD and 2023-2024 Asia Pacific Property Awards: Public Service Architecture for Jiangsu Province, China. COMPLETION: 2022 PHOTO CREDIT: Copyright Gao Hanzhi - Courtesy Perkins Eastman on the north and a highway and green buffer to the west setting up a natural dichotomy which bifurcates the site into two distinct zones: a boisterous/active/ sports/living zone along the highway edge and a serene/ contemplative/ academic zone bordering the canal. 1. Core a c a d e m i c f u n c t i o n s a re distributed divisionally in three distinct academic pavilions and arrayed along the canal to optimise daylight access and views. These “Learning Lanterns” house the early learning centre, elementary school and middle/ high school functions. 2. The performing arts and sports facilities form a Shared Community Bar building located along the north-south axis between the two zones, forming a transitional buffer between sports fields and the academic zone. 3. A ground level Landscaped Plinth containing the heart of school and shared community spaces interconnects the teaching pavilions to the sports bar in one integrated design. 4. The Student Dormitory tower is placed along the canal edge at the more private end of the main north–south campus axis as a counterpoint to the horizontal sports and performing arts centre bar. The heart of school A sky-lit central stadium stair connecting the ground floor to the B1 level student arrival hall. This space is the student living room, a place to study, present a project, or put on a performance or simply to relax and share ideas with classmates. The plinth & the traditional Suzhou element The gracious ground floor of the main school building forms a one storey public plinth that connects the academic pavilions above and creates a grand student concourse. It also provides an exterior second floor connection to all the core functions, including the student dorm and is a destination in its own right. Partially planted with a variety of landscape settings for student activity and interaction. To root the campus in its place and provide a learning moment, the colourful paving design of the plinth is the map of the old city of Suzhou. Suzhou is the birthplace and centre of Wu culture in history, consequently, all areas from garden architectures, silk embroidery and folk customs, to painting, calligraphy, seal cutting and poetry genres have been accumulated there from the Gu Su culture. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 31
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L ining the picturesque Punggol Northshore seafront and along Northshore Drive in Singapore is Northshore StraitsView. The project, designed by Surbana Jurong, sets a new benchmark for public housing design, featuring an inviting design and a holiday living ambience. Completed in December 2021, Northshore StraitsView consists of five residential blocks which are stepped back from the seafront promenade and carefully angled to optimise views for the units. Surbana Jurong architects took inspiration from Chinese paintings for the architecture design, emulating a backdrop of undulating mountains embracing an urban oasis fronting the sea. The design takes advantage of the terrain by layering environmental decks over a central integrated sunken carpark. The voluminous carpark is hidden from view along the promenade, without compromising proximity of the residential units to the carpark. A second storey elevated pedestrian network provides residents with seamless access and connection to all public amenities across the precinct and beyond. “Our goal with the design of Northshore StraitsView was to bring the natural coastal surroundings into the precinct, creating an urban oasis for residents. By sinking the carpark below grade, we optimised landscape opportunities above it and enhanced residents’ connectivity to the sea front without having the need to cross vehicular roads. Building blocks configured around the central space are carefully crafted to maximise sea views for residents to enjoy,” shared Patrick Lee, Director (Architecture) of Surbana Jurong. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS 34 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
PROJECT DETAILS PROJECT NAME: Northshore StraitsView PROJECT LOCATION: Singapore CLIENT: Housing and Development Board ARCHITECT: Surbana Jurong TOTAL SITE AREA: 26,554 square metres COMPLETION: December 2021 AWARDS: - HDB Design Award 2022, under the completed project (housing) category - Merit Award (Residential category) in the 2022 Singapore Landscape Architecture Award. PHOTOS: Surbana Jurong Roof gardens atop the stepped blocks and a central sky terrace frame the breathtaking panorama for residents to enjoy. A variety of outdoor facilities and gathering spaces such as children’s playground, adult and elderly fitness stations and resting shelters provide residents easy access to bond as a community. To encourage residents to adopt a smart and eco-friendly lifestyle, Northshore StraitsView is designed with several eco-friendly features. These include separate chutes for recyclable waste and eco-pedestals in bathrooms to encourage water conservation. Bicycle stands are put in place below the blocks to encourage cycling as an environmentally friendly mode of transport. Smart lighting is installed to provide on-demand lighting to reduce energy consumption while meeting the needs of the residents. Layouts of the units in each block are designed to optimise views of the sea from each unit. Units are also oriented to avoid direct west facing and maintain low heat gain. All flats have universal design features such as wider corridors and ramps instead of steps to facilitate ageing in place. “We hope to create a unique living experience for every resident and visitor, and to allow one to feel a deep sense of connection to the environment and the community around them, elevating their overall well-being and quality of life,” commented Patrick Lee. For its innovative design, the project was awarded the HDB Design Award 2022, under the completed project (housing) category, and was conferred Merit Award (Residential category) in the 2022 Singapore Landscape Architecture Award. Surbana Jurong Group is the multidisciplinary consultant for the architecture, landscape architecture, engineering, project management and quantity survey for Northshore StraitsView. WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 35
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New National Cancer Centre Singapore building on SGH Campus, located close to public transport nodes with direct link bridge access to Outram Park MRT. Photo credit: NCCS INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 37 Project Name: New National Cancer Centre Singapore Project Location: Singapore
On 18 May 2023, Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong officially opened the new National Cancer Centre Singapore (NCCS) building in Singapore. As the national specialty centre for oncology in Singapore with the largest consolidation of cancer specialists, NCCS sees the majority of cancer cases in the public healthcare sector. NCCS previously occupied a six-storey building on Singapore General Hospital (SGH) Campus for more than 20 years. With increasing cancer prevalence, the new NCCS building which is five times larger than its previous premises, has enhanced facilities dedicated to cancer care, rehabilitation, research and education. Professor William Hwang, Chief Executive Officer, NCCS, said, “The new NCCS building is geared to meet future healthcare needs and provide affordable, accessible care to all Singaporeans. Our new Centre is built around patients’ needs, with larger, improved facilities and innovative care programmes run by dedicated healthcare teams. The ultimate goal is to provide holistic support every step of the cancer journey, so that NCCS serves as a beacon of hope for all our patients.” The new NCCS building is part of phase 1 development of the SGH Campus Masterplan. Operations in the new NCCS building started progressively from December 2022, with all services fully operational since March 2023. Patient-centred design for improved cancer care delivery A one-stop national specialty centre for complex cancer care, NCCS provides the full suite of care from prevention, diagnosis, treatment, to survivorship and palliative care. Each specialist outpatient clinic is designed with a patient-centric approach, where each cancer type has clinical, research and training facilities in close proximity to facilitate collaboration and improve convenience for patients. For example, breast cancer patients can see the doctor, get a mammogram, receive financial counselling and get their medications reviewed on the same floor. The new National Cancer Centre Singapore building has larger space for outpatient care services with 64 consultation rooms and spacious waiting areas. Each specialist outpatient clinic is designed with a patient-centric approach, where each cancer type has clinical, research and training facilities in close proximity to facilitate collaboration and improve convenience for patients. Photo credit: NCCS INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN 38 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023
The new 24-storey NCCS is located close to public transport nodes with direct link bridge access to Outram Park MRT, offering improved accessibility and convenience to patients and caregivers. The new Centre has larger space for outpatient care services w i t h 6 4 c o n s u l t a t i o n ro o m s , a n d seven treatment suites with 108 chemotherapy recliner chairs and beds in the Ambulatory Treatment Unit (ATU), almost double the number in the old premises. To offer integrated care, the new NCCS also has three day-surgery operating theatres and two endoscopy suites. Healthcar e i n n o v a t i o n s a n d technology are harnessed to improve care delivery in the new Centre. At the ATU, robots deliver prepared chemotherapy drugs from the Oncology Pharmacy to treatment suites, freeing up nurses to spend more time attending to patients as they receive chemotherapy treatment. The national compounding hub features robotic arms to expedite the safe and efficient preparation of intravenous chemotherapy drugs. Fo l l o w i n g r e g u l a t o r y a p p r o v a l , patients at the new NCCS will have access to advanced cancer treatments such as proton therapy. The Goh Cheng Liang Proton Therapy Centre, which is supported by a S$50 million gift from the Goh Foundation, will offer proton therapy, an advanced type of radiation therapy. Professor Lim Soon Thye, Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Clinical), NCCS, said, “As the national specialty centre for cancer, our healthcare team treats the full breadth of cancers and cancerrelated disorders and we continually s e e k to i n n o v a te to i m p ro v e t h e prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer. The co-integration and co-location of research and clinical services in the new NCCS will further boost collaborations and enable us to drive patient-informed scientific inquiry that leads to better patient outcomes.” In line with the nation’s Healthier SG strategy, NCCS will continue to work closely with primary care and c o m m u n i t y p a r t n e r s s u c h a s t h e Singapore Cancer Society to provide cancer patients with accessible care and rehabilitation in the community, to boost survivorship and improve long term quality of life. Advancing cancer care through research and education As part of the SingHealth Duke-NUS Academic Medical Centre, NCCS invests in research and education to further cancer care. With almost 10,000 square metres of research space, the new NCCS houses advanced translational research facilities, where scientists and clinicianscientists can collaborate, innovate and drive high impact research that translates to tangible improvements in health outcomes. The Cancer Discovery Hub is a onestop, multi-omics molecular diagnostic core with specialised services and novel technologies for high throughput oncology research. These include single-cell technology platforms and systems that allow complex single-cell, gene and protein profiling, enabling scientists to uncover the mechanics and development of cancer. A dedicated clinical trials facility with chemotherapy The first floor lobby of the new 24-storey National Cancer Centre Singapore building, which has enhanced facilities dedicated to cancer care, rehabilitation, research and education. Photo credit: NCCS chairs and beds for early phase trials offers patients access to new cancer therapies. The building also houses a tissue bank, a satellite of the SingHealth Tissue Repository, that enables the study and better understanding of the evolution and development of cancer in Asian populations. Research space is also available for industry partners and external collaborators involved in creating a pipeline for cancer therapeutics based on patients’ needs, such as the Advanced Cell Therapy and Research Institute, Singapore (ACTRIS), a programme of the Consortium for Clinical Research and Innovation, Singapore (CRIS), that facilitates the discovery, process development and manufacturing of cellular-based therapeutics. With new education and training facilities and diverse oncology expertise, NCCS will continue to serve as a training ground to equip local and overseas professionals with the latest oncology care knowledge and skills, supporting the Centre’s position as a thought leader in cancer care. INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 39
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Photograph: Courtesy of Atelier Alter Architects INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 41 Project Name: Senior Center of Guangxi Project Location: Intersection between Yunjing Road and Yuewan Road, Nanning, Guangxi Interior Design / Architect: Atelier Alter Architects
T he architecture of the Senior Center of Guangxi departs from the humanistic aspect behind the project. The project means to create a space for the retirees, who spent most of their youth in culture revolution. Despite historic impacts, the “communal life” created in culture revolution has always been the recollection of the time. The sense of belonging in the era of uncertainty offers a critic to the isolation and apathy of modernity. Designed by Atelier Alter Architects, the project tries to evoke that sense of belonging for their parents’ generation and the generations to come. With farming being the theme in “communal life”, the nature ground is where their collective memory based upon. The space of resemblance is constructed through the manipulation of ground. In the urban scale, the site situates at the expending edge of urbanisation. It confronts a higher datum of the preserved nature and a lower datum of the new developments. The pro j e c t r e c o n c i l e s t h e ex t r e m e s i n topography by creating a transition between the two through a series of shifting horizontal plates. In the architecture scale, Atelier Alter Architects reinterprets the topography as a multi-level ground plane, with the underground space folds into the street level, and extend vertically into the second floor. As the ground plane keeps folding up, it forms the upper stories. Atelier Alter Architects uses a wood grain aluminum louver system to bring the drastic landscape to the interior, as a way to respond to the indigenous bamboo framing typology. Photograph: Courtesy of Atelier Alter Architects Photograph: Courtesy of Atelier Alter Architects INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN 42 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023 INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN
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Interior view of the Lok Sabha Chamber. INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 45 Project Name: New building for the Parliament of India Project Location: New Delhi, India Design Consultant: HCP Design, Planning and Management Pvt. Ltd.
L ocated in New Delhi, the new building for the Parliament of India is the first purpose-designed Parliament building for the country. It houses larger Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha halls, with capacities of 768 seats and 396 seats respectively. The Lok Sabha hall has additional expansion capacity of up to 1132 seats to host joint sessions. Along with essential facilities like committee rooms, major offices of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, Lok Sabha Secretariat and Rajya Sabha Secretariat, the building also includes publicly accessible museum-grade galleries and exhibits. The centrally placed Constitution Hall and Gallery showcase the Indian Constitution and artefacts of India’s heritage for public viewing – symbolically and physically putting people at the heart of the Indian democracy. The design of the new building for the Parliament of India by HCP Design, Planning and Management incorporates state-ofthe-art infrastructure and technology to assist the Parliament’s functions. Furniture in the halls includes smart displays and biometrics for ease of voting with intuitive graphical interface; digital language interpretation and recording infrastructure to produce real-time metadata; and programmable microphones. The new building for the Parliament will work in conjunction with the existing Parliament building. Its design takes reference from the present building and other historical buildings of the Central Vista. The building, in its architectural ornamentation, also reflects the classical, folk and tribal arts and crafts of India. The National Emblem crowns the new building for the Parliament of India. All photographs by Kavin Kumar La Sa (KL), on behalf of HCP Design, Planning and Management Pvt. Ltd. Masterplan of the new building for the Parliament of India. Exterior view of the new building for the Parliament. INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN 46 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023 INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN
Interior view of the Rajya Sabha Chamber from the public gallery. Jaalis in the Constitution Hall. Wooden jaalis referencing the peacock (national bird) let in natural light inside the chamber. The ceiling of the Constitution Hall artistically represents the sky at midnight of 26 January 1950. The courtyard designed as a space for informal gatherings and meetings in new building for the Parliament. INSTITUTIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN JUL-AUG 2023 SEAB 47
Mapei Football Center Built for professionals but open to amateurs and everybody. Sassuolo is the only Italian professional Serie A football club in modern times to have built its own training centre that can also be used by members of the general public. Top clubs from big cities in Italy and abroad do not usually allow amateur football teams to use their training facilities. Sassuolo Calcio does. Of course, everything has to be carefully planned and arranged, but it is a unique opportunity no other club offers. 45,000 m2 TOTAL SURFACE AREA OF THE FACILITY (INCLUDING TWO EXISTING PITCHES) 6,097 m2 FLOOR SPACE 6 PITCHES 8 CHANGING ROOMS 56 SHOWERS 2 GYMNASIUMS 2 PHYSIOTHERAPY ROOMS 2 CRYOTHERAPHY BATHS 1 PHYSIOTHERAPY POOL 170 SEATS IN THE SPECTATOR STAND 50 NEW TREES 300 M OF NEW BUSHES 135 ATHLETES PLAYGROUNDS & LANDSCAPING 48 SEAB JUL-AUG 2023