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Nansha Futures Industrial Park Sets a New Benchmark

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Led by Aedas Executive Director Kelvin Hu, Aedas created the Nansha Futures Industrial Park in Guangzhou, injecting new vitality into the city’s financial development.

 

‘The prosperity of finance and the natural ambience intertwine harmoniously, creating a unique charm,” said Hu.

 

The design takes inspiration from the landscape characters and echoes the city skyline to create timeless architecture that blends Chinese and modern aesthetics. The park captures Nansha’s unique features of “mountains, rivers, sea, fields, and cities”, creating a bespoke layout to optimise spatial planning. The design sets the grassroots space in a grid-like layout, creating natural ventilation and sightseeing corridors.

 

The east-west axis traverses the project and links different spatial nodes. Three office towers are positioned on the south side, with their height decreasing gradually from west to east. Low-rise buildings are arranged on the north side to foster a rich and open urban waterfront public space, simultaneously maximising the overall building’s views of the river and sea.

 

The design introduces an innovative spatial concept to balance public buildings and private space. Above 30  metres, it embraces modern, minimalistic elements, while below features a diverse array of Lingnan-inspired details. The design also includes themed scenes through connecting corridors, fostering a lively and vibrant public space.

 

The design emphasises the harmony between architectural art and urban context, injecting a large number of Lingnan traditional elements. Inspired by Lingnan rattan weaving, the courtyards along with the retail streets bloom with diverse flowers and lush plants, creating an urban oasis atmosphere. Spanning east to west, the financial streets seamlessly connect the entire design, providing a pathway to green spaces, effectively linking the project with ecological leisure and the surrounding urban areas.

 

“Architecture focuses on human-centric design solutions to integrate experience, blending experience with future trends and industrial development. The park fosters a vibrant community that melds industry, work and life,  setting a pioneering standard for emerging industrial parks in Nansha and the GBA,” Kelvin said.

 

 

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Mandala Club is First Singapore Heritage Building to Install Rooftop Solar Panels

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Mandala Club, Singapore’s private membership club community, has today announced that it has become the first conserved building in Singapore’s historic Chinatown district to receive approval from the Urban Development Authority (URA) of Singapore to install rooftop solar panels on the roof of its Singapore location. Slated for completion in the third quarter of 2024, this milestone sees Mandala Club becoming the first conserved building in Singapore to install rooftop solar panels, partnering with technology-driven renewable energy supplier Flo Energy for this latest development in Singapore’s urban landscape.

 

Owned by K. M. C. Holdings Pte Ltd, Mandala Club’s premises are located at 31 Bukit Pasoh Road, a three-storey Art Deco building constructed in 1928, which received the prestigious URA Architectural Heritage Awards in 2006. Marking a first in Singapore’s urban landscape, this latest development underscores Mandala Club’s commitment to sustainability and its role as a market leader in integrating energy conservation into its business operations and corporate blueprint.

 

Historic Milestone in Singapore’s Sustainability Landscape

 

With this latest development, Mandala Club has set a precedent for other businesses and owners of conserved buildings to emulate. The installation of photovoltaic panels at Mandala Club, slated to be completed by the third quarter of 2024, marks a pivotal step in maintaining Mandala Club’s net-zero carbon emissions status. This effort aligns with Singapore’s Green Plan 2030 and the United Nation’s Race to Zero campaign, in which Mandala Club was the first hospitality business in Singapore to participate, through the SME Climate Hub.

 

“We are incredibly proud to lead the charge in sustainable innovation not only within the hospitality industry but also within heritage conservation areas,” said Lilly Milligan Gilbert, Chief Sustainability Officer of Mandala Club. “This achievement has been months in the making, and we are deeply appreciative that our application to install rooftop solar panels on the premises has been approved, in alignment with the Singapore Government’s efforts to promote sustainability.”

 

“As a technology-driven renewable energy supplier, we are proud to partner with Mandala Club in their journey to be the market leader towards a greener future. The climate crisis affects all of us, and we are heartened by Mandala Club’s efforts to make incremental, sustainable change by being the first conserved building in Chinatown to incorporate rooftop solar panels on their premises. We are excited to be part of this history and we hope to inspire future solar deployments on more conserved buildings,” said Matthijs Guichelaar, Chief Executive Officer of Flo Energy.

 

Launching the Mandala Solar Collective

 

In conjunction with the approval to install solar panels on the Club’s premises, Mandala Club is thrilled to introduce the Mandala Solar Collective, a business-to-business initiative that aims to assist local business owners in understanding the benefits and challenges of renewable energy adoption, as well as form a common knowledge share for best practices. Commencing in Q3 2024, the initiative will feature a series of roundtable discussions involving local businesses, designers, and partners, culminating in a flagship event in September 2024 to celebrate the successes of the project and share insights gleaned from the pioneering initiative.

 

“At Mandala Club, we aspire to be stewards of the neighbourhood and environment which we call home, and being at the forefront of sustainability is of paramount importance, not only to the Club’s leadership but more importantly, to our members,” said Ben Jones, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Mandala Group. “This approval is a testament to Mandala Club’s commitment to sustainability and our dedication to enriching the lives of our members and working in tandem with the community to make a positive impact on the world around us.”

 

Businesses are encouraged to sign up and be a part of the Mandala Solar Collective.

 

 

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Redefining Dubai’s Skyline with Innovation and Luxury

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Sitting in the heart of Dubai’s financial district, Immersive Tower is the latest landmark by DIFC. The concept design, led by Aedas Global Design Principals Christine Lam and David Clayton, is a 37-storey mixed-use tower that offers commercial, amenity and retail spaces to cultivate an innovative business environment.

 

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The tower adopts two symmetrical V-cut architectural forms, defining the uniqueness of the Dubai cityscape.  The V-cut features stepping terraces and rooftop amenities with unparalleled views towards the Gate  Building and Gate Avenue. The bottom V-cut creates iconic F&B and communal spaces filled with greenery at the podium which spans five floors. With the application of vertical fins, the verticality of the tower is further enhanced.

 

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Immersive Tower offers a fusion of work, leisure and luxury and is designed to meet the evolving needs of businesses and their workforce. Offering over 58,573 square metres of Grade-A office space, and 24 full floors between the podium and rooftop terraces, the design delivers an elegant lobby to create a top-of-the-line working environment. The office space is supported by 10,596 square metres of retail space including a rooftop leisure club, and 680 square metres is allocated for amenities.

 

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Christine shares, “A luxury private club with rooftop terraces are designed at the 3-storey tower crown,  presenting the high-end corporate image and unique leisure experience brought by the tower.”

 

To maximise the accessibility to the existing developments within DIFC, the tower is designed with the provision to connect with the surroundings. The triple-height lobby and landscaped forecourt create a strong sense of arrival, stitching the tower to the community.

 

“Immersive Tower by DIFC is highly connected to the adjacent developments with functionality and efficiency, with a vibrant live-work environment embedded. It embodies a modern and people-centric design within a bustling financial district that complements the whole DIFC masterplan,” David says.

 

 

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Gensler Wins Real Estate Asia Built Environment Awards for ESG Initiatives

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Gensler’s Asia Pacific and Middle East (APME) region triumphed in the inaugural Real Estate Asia Built Environment Awards 2024, winning for its meticulously detailed ESG report, which highlights the firm’s commitment to sustainability and diversity.

 

Founded in 1965, Gensler is a global design and architecture firm that boasts a team of 6,000 professionals who collaborate with clients across more than 100 countries annually. Winning the ESG Initiative of the Year – Singapore award establishes a new industry standard for others to follow, showcasing Gensler’s leadership in integrating environmental, social, and governance principles into its business practices.

 

The annual report aims to quantify and communicate the specific actions and initiatives undertaken by Gensler, offering a holistic portrayal of the firm’s dedication and accomplishments spanning critical domains, including climate action, diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement. Amongst the activities included in Gensler’s previous reports is the meticulous measurement of its projects’ carbon footprint since 2009, demonstrating a long-standing dedication to environmental sustainability. It also reveals how Gensler has been publishing carbon mitigation progress publicly since 2015, spotlighting cutting-edge strategies for crafting sustainable, carbon-neutral structures.

 

In addition to its sustainable and green efforts, the report also highlighted Gensler’s social initiatives, particularly its Community Impact model. This model organises philanthropic and volunteer efforts through a focused strategy aimed at addressing major urban challenges. The firm empowers team members to leverage their professional expertise, fostering tangible, positive change in communities through pro bono and low bono initiatives. For instance, Gensler collaborated with the Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) to design their latest integrated centre, Space2Connect, as a pro bono project. Designers volunteered their time, skills, and passion for this project alongside their regular workload, demonstrating their commitment to being part of the solution and driving positive change. This proactive approach underscores Gensler’s steadfast commitment to nurturing a culture of community impact, serving as a model for others to emulate in striving for a more sustainable and equitable future.

 

These achievements have been made possible through Gensler’s guiding principles, which serve as the bedrock of the company’s organisational culture and provide the framework for its business model, strategies, and practices.

 

“Everything we do is guided by our mission to create a better world through the power of design. Our governance model reflects our shared values, culture, and strategic priorities. The firm’s leadership is committed to principles that prioritise diversity, entrepreneurial spirit, empowerment, growth opportunities, and mutual respect,” said David Calkins, Regional Managing Principal of Gensler APME.

 

The Real Estate Asia Built Environment Awards is a groundbreaking celebration of outstanding achievements in construction, architecture, and interior design across Asia, as well as recognition of innovation and sustainability in the industry.

 

 

RSP Wins Big at Architizer A+Awards with Gaia and Changi Terminal 2

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RSP, a global multidisciplinary architectural and engineering design group headquartered in Singapore, has been recognised at the 12th Annual Architizer A+Awards with two big wins for Gaia and Changi Terminal 2 projects, beating world-class project submissions from over 80 countries.

 

Gaia, Asia’s largest timber building located at Nanyang Technological University (NTU)  and designed in partnership with Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects, received one of the top accolades of the Sustainability Awards as the Jury Winner in the Sustainable Institutional Building category. The Sustainability Awards recognises architecture and design firms who are actively working towards a more sustainable built environment, taking into consideration each project’s local characteristics, while rewarding projects that push the envelope and form a positive precedent for greener building practices in its specific region and the wider world.

 

“It is an honour for the whole team who had worked tirelessly with NTU on Gaia to win the hearts of the prestigious jury comprised of thought leaders from every continent. Gaia is a testament to our commitment to designing remarkable and radical spaces that are intelligent, energy-saving, environmentally friendly, efficient,  and more thoughtful for users. I truly hope Gaia could inspire a future where architecture is a bridge between humanity and the natural world,” quips project leader Loh Kee Soon, Senior Associate at RSP.

 

Changi Terminal 2, designed in collaboration with Paris-based BOIFFILS  Architectures, clinches the Popular Choice Winner award in the Transport Interiors category with its relaxing and organic space inspired by Singapore’s garden city.

 

“Receiving the Popular Choice Winner for Changi Terminal 2 is about so much more than winning a prize. In closer perspective, it is about successfully creating an impact on the millions of overseas users and designers who voted for this project,” shared Law Yoke Foong, Head of Business and Executive Director at RSP, who led the project.

 

“I have always loved working on airports as an architect, having completed Changi  Terminal 1 Expansion, pockets of works in Terminals 3 and 4, and now Terminal 2. It is my mission to use design as a means to cushion passenger fatigue and  disorientation by welcoming them into our garden city with relaxing and calming spaces.”

 

Architizer A+Awards spotlights the work of architects and designers who are not content with the status quo. This year’s theme celebrates creative courage, highlighting the extraordinary ability of architects to respond to clients’ changing needs, our growing climate crisis, and the rapid evolution of technology. The award programme received unprecedented submissions, which were reviewed by an illustrious international jury panel and the global public.

 

 

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OXO Living Announces Plans for “OXO The Residences”

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OXO Living, a boutique property development and management, proudly presents OXO The Residences, an ambitious IDR 500 billion (USD 31 million) venture set to rise in Bali’s picturesque Nyanyi area by late 2026. The project, conceived in partnership with renowned architect Alexis Dornier, will boast 40 exclusive neo-luxury villas sprawled across two hectares, complete with state-of-the-art communal amenities.

 

Reflecting OXO Living’s green credentials, the upcoming development will be equipped with solar panels, rainwater catchment areas, water treatment, osmosis water filters, and recycled or recyclable raw materials. Modern villas, ranging from 184 to 280 square metres, will be designed to appeal to a global clientele, with prices starting at IDR 7.5 billion (USD 500,000).

 

Located on the prime Balinese coastline in Tabanan, OXO The Residences is minutes from the central expat hub of Canggu, and from Tanah Lot with its many temples and cultural attractions. Also nearby is Nuanu City, a vibrant creative hub that champions thriveability on 44 hectares, offering a lifestyle where innovation converges with nature’s beauty. With a philosophy that nurtures creativity, fosters connections and promotes holistic well-being, the project is anticipated to be Bali’s next landmark destination, following the success of Canggu.

 

Johannes Weissenbaeck, Founder and CEO of OXO Living, said, “OXO The Residences is poised to redefine neo-luxury living in Bali. Our commitment to international standards ensures that our developments resonate with both local and global audiences. Residents of OXO The Residences will have exclusive access to the myriad of facilities that the nearby Nuanu City has to offer, enhancing their living experience.”

 

Indonesia’s Market Outlook

 

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In a strategic pivot from its pre-pandemic focus on international clientele, OXO Living is now courting a predominantly domestic market with OXO The Residences, targeting an 80% local buyer base. This shift aligns with the robust growth of Indonesia’s residential property market, which Mordor Intelligence projects to expand from US$ 67 billion in 2023 to US$ 72 billion in 2024, and further to an estimated US$ 105.7 billion by 2029.

 

Research by Rumah123.com highlights that foreign property interests in Indonesia are primarily from Singapore, Hong Kong, the United States, Australia, Malaysia, and Japan, with a preference for landed houses, land and apartments.

 

“Presently, Bali is undergoing a transformative shift in its property industry, fuelled by the emergence of the neo-luxury trend—a niche market that OXO Living is uniquely positioned to thrive in. Across all our completed OXO Living property projects, we’ve steadfastly embraced the principles of zero waste, solidifying our expertise in sustainable development.”

 

Elevating Comfort and Luxury to New Heights

 

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Alexis Dornier, the visionary architect of OXO The Residences, shared his aspirations for the project. “Visually, our goal is to deliver a design that is both understated and emblematic. We aspire to create structures that harmonise with Bali’s natural beauty and cultural heritage, prioritising materials that are deeply rooted in the island’s identity and utilising local resources like the readily available bricks from Tabanan and the region’s distinctive volcanic stone.”

 

Dornier elaborates on the synergy between OXO Living and his design studio, “Our collaboration thrives on a shared commitment to sustainability. We believe in the ethos of ‘building less to create more value,’ ensuring our developments are in harmony with the environment.” This philosophy is the cornerstone of a partnership that seamlessly blends architectural innovation with ecological consciousness.

 

 

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Heatherwick Studio Designs its First District in Japan

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A new district in the heart of Tokyo designed by Heatherwick Studio has been opened by the Prime Minister of Japan. The project, known as Azabudai Hills, is the culmination of a thirty-year regeneration process steered by Mori Building Co. Ltd., one of Japan’s leading urban landscape developers.

 

The new neighbourhood is made up of residential buildings, retail spaces, a school, two temples, art galleries, offices and restaurants, all set within 2.4km2 of green, publicly accessible landscape. Heatherwick Studio is the lead architect of the public realm and podium-level architecture. The design encourages purposeful connections between commuters, residents and the public, and the 8.1-hectare district is filled with trees, flowers and water features. Meandering routes and walkable rooftop slopes invite exploration and informal gatherings.

 

Thomas Heatherwick, Founder of Heatherwick Studio, said, “We were inspired to create a district that connects with people’s emotions in a different way. By combining cultural and social facilities with an extraordinary three-dimensional, explorable, landscape, it’s been possible to offer visitors and the local community somewhere to connect with each other and enjoy open green public spaces. This is a joyful and unique public place for Tokyo, designed to be cherished for many years.”

 

Tokyo is a juxtaposition of old and new architecture, with large and small buildings pressed up against each other. The design celebrates this rich mixture of layers and all the variety and intensity of the city. Residents and visitors can come together and be inspired by a new landscape that includes extensive public gardens, a central square and The Cloud event space. It is now one of Tokyo’s greenest urban areas and continues Mori Building Company’s commitment to creating garden cities where the landscape simultaneously supports nature and people.

 

Throughout the 30-year regeneration of this site, Mori Building Co. collaborated with over 300 residents and businesses to bring the district to life. Over 90% of the original tenants and businesses have now chosen to return to the new district. Azabudai Hills is also on track to become one of the world’s largest sites to receive the preliminary WELL certification, the highest-level LEED Neighbourhood Development certification for mixed-use developments, and LEED’s BD+C (Building Design/Core and Shell Development) certification.

 

As part of the development, Heatherwick Studio has designed its first school, The British School of Tokyo. At 15,000 sqm, this is the largest international school in the heart of the city. The design takes full advantage of the local climate with a seamless flow of outdoor learning and recreational spaces spread across eight levels, where students and teachers can enjoy working.

 

Neil Hubbard, partner and Group Leader at Heatherwick Studio said, “Over the last 10 years, we have tried to get under the skin of what makes something distinctively Tokyo, whilst at the same time adding something new that’s fresh and soft to its modern built environment. We wanted to create vistas full of variety and intrigue and spaces to explore. It’s a confluence of different families of design all brought together in one place. I can’t wait to watch people explore it.”

 

An estimated 25 to 30 million people will visit this new public district every year.

 

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Dayingshan CBD: An All-Weather, Vibrant Retail Destination in Haikou

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As the future gateway of Haikou, the Dayingshan CBD is set to become an engine of growth for the city. Led by  Aedas Global Design Principal Kevin Wang, the team has won the concept design competition of Haikou HNA  Center Plot D10 Retail Street, creating a new dynamic retail destination in the international tourism location. With a well-connected transport network, the project is located in the heart of the city.

 

“The tower aligns with the skyline, creating a consistent urban interface and ambient public space in the core area of Haikou. The design highlights the uniqueness of the building and connects with the surrounding urban context,” Kevin says.

 

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The design redefines the retail space and circulation to create a close connection with the urban surroundings. The retail and office façade enhancement delivers a more contemporary interface of the complex. The design links the piazzas with iconic canopies, creating a multi-layered retail space and connected circulation.

 

Two open courtyards are created inside the retail street, featuring the anchor shops with two office towers diagonally placed at the corners. The ground and underground connect the plots as well as the terraces on the second and third floors, linking all the shops in a smooth and comprehensive circulation. The retail street on the third floor provides a 24/7 public realm to socialise through two piazzas. The bigger piazza provides abundant outdoor space for F&B, social gatherings and commercial events under all weather; the smaller one is a sunken piazza linking the corridors that creates a lively multi-layered environment with Haikou features.

 

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The retail street provides a unique experience for shopping and entertainment, and it acts as a shelter and a  public living room for interaction. With large umbrella-shaped canopies, comprehensive shading is created for visitors to walk in the outdoor area under all weather. Some of the canopies are linked and consist of greenery, enabling a pleasant pavement towards the sky corridor. The unique canopies create an iconic entrance to the retail street, delivering a photo-taking spot for the destination.

 

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Round façade edges of the office tower optimise the view and create a neat architectural form with the adoption of ventilated curtain walls. The lower level of the tower uses a flexible programming layout, seamlessly merging with the retail space. An unobstructed view can be enjoyed through the rooftop communal lobby up at the crown.

 

Kevin shares, “The design will be a new retail landmark for the city, with enhanced spatial experience on  existing plot in Haikou.”

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10 Design Unveils Master Plan for a Resilient Future Community South of Jakarta

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International design practice, 10 Design, which is part of Egis Group, is pleased to reveal the vision for Bintaro Jaya West District in Indonesia. Located along Bintaro Boulevard in South Tangerang, 15 kilometres from the Jakarta Central Business District, the development will become the western gateway to Bintaro Jaya Township, an emerging economic centre in the Greater Jakarta Metropolitan Area. The 36-hectare greenfield land has been reimagined into an innovative community promoting sustainable living and wellness, with enhanced connections to the natural environment.

 

The master plan follows the 15-minute city framework, ensuring a walkable environment to encourage residents and visitors to explore and immerse themselves in the cityscape, creating a lively, human-centric community. A vibrant mix of residential, mixed-use commercial, retail, and recreational elements are strategically placed for proximity and accessibility is enhanced through design and redefining what urban life looks like.

 

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“There’s a growing need for restorative and resilient urban environments where people can connect, and feel inspired, our vision for Bintaro Jaya West District helps to achieve that,” shares Principal of Master Planning, Peter Barrett, “the sustainable and inclusive environment, integrates complementary land uses with generous multi-purpose green spaces to create a memorable, vibrant, and self-sustainable community where you can live near where you work, with a rich array of experiences and activities, always connected to nature.”

 

At the heart of Bintaro Jaya West District is ‘The Oval’, a publicly accessible green space anchored by a grand lawn and multi-functional landscaped amphitheatres, serving as a space to bring the local community together through music, art, and events. A multi-faceted community experience, cafes, restaurants, retail, interactive water gardens, and public artwork seamlessly weave throughout, encouraging exploration. An elevated pedestrian walkway, boasting 360-degree views, provides a sheltered connection to the diverse functional spaces, whilst enticing visitors to The Oval.

 

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The master plan creates a series of interweaving greenways, parklands, and linear parks to form an interconnected network of urban spaces. Existing rivers and creeks have been preserved, reimagined and integrated, creating recreational opportunities, such as water-touching experiences and riverside promenades for jogging and cycling, all seamlessly connected to the wider Bintaro cycling loop.

 

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Resilience has been built into the masterplan, to help mitigate the impact caused by extreme weather and climate events. Open green spaces, including The Oval, are designed as part of a dry pond system to manage stormwater, and localised flooding, and facilitate groundwater recharge. Supporting infrastructure for the new Bintaro Jaya West District started construction in early 2023.

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Paya Lebar Green to Comprise Most Sustainable Retrofitted Building in Singapore

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Paya Lebar Green – set to be one of the greenest, healthiest and smartest workplaces in Singapore – has been awarded the Building and Construction Authority’s (BCA) Green Mark Platinum Super Low Energy certification under the latest Green Mark 2021 scheme.

 

In a first for Singapore, Paya Lebar Green has also been awarded the highest accolade receiving all five sustainability badges in both New Non-Residential and Existing Non-Residential Building categories under the latest Green Mark 2021 scheme: the Health and Wellbeing (Hw), Resilience (Re), Whole Life Carbon (Cn), Intelligence (In), and Maintainability (Mt) badges across its two buildings.

 

Situated along Paya Lebar Road previously occupied by Certis Headquarters, Paya Lebar Green broke ground on 1 December 2022. The development comprises two buildings come 2024 – a brand new, 12-storey South building and the refurbished eight-storey North building, where the new Certis Group Headquarters will be located at. The project is jointly developed by Certis and Lendlease.

 

This achievement demonstrates both Certis and Lendlease’s commitment as partners to meet the “80- 80-80 in 2030” outlined in the Singapore Green Building Masterplan: the first 80 is a target to green 80% of buildings by Gross Floor Area (GFA) by 2030, the next 80 is for 80% of new developments by GFA to be certified as Super Low Energy (SLE) from 2030 and the last 80 is to achieve 80% improvement in energy efficiency for best-in-class green buildings over the 2005 baseline by 2030.

 

Mr Paul Chong, President & Group Chief Executive Officer, Certis, shared, “We set out right from the start to make this redevelopment of our headquarters an example of what we can achieve when we bring together technology and experience to create long-term, sustainable solutions fit for the future of working patterns and the needs of our people. I’m glad we have secured this certification by BCA in recognition of our efforts and look forward to helping raise the sustainability standards of both buildings new and old across Singapore and beyond.”

 

Ms Ng Hsueh Ling, Managing Director, Lendlease Singapore, added, “Paya Lebar Green represents our wider global effort to reach our Mission Zero goals of Absolute Zero by 2040. Bringing our development expertise and Certis’ technology together, we will make Paya Lebar Green an exemplar not just of our joint green commitments, but one where we prioritise occupants’ wellbeing and  productivity.”

 

Mr Ang Kian Seng, Group Director of the Environmental Sustainability Group at the Building and Construction Authority, said, “Green buildings have a good return on investment over their life cycle, and they also help cushion building owners from the heightened risk of volatile energy prices. With more than 100 Super Low Energy buildings to date, we are seeing more developers and building owners striving to achieve higher energy performance using innovative design and technologies. With features such as hybrid cooling and onsite photovoltaics (PV), supported by an advanced smart facilities management platform, Paya Lebar Green is the first building to attain all five sustainability badges under  Green Mark 2021. It demonstrates that going beyond Super Low Energy standard is achievable for both new and redevelopment projects.”

 

Lendlease will bring its expertise in green and sustainable construction with a focus on minimising environmental impact by reducing direct carbon onsite emissions, recycling building materials, and using low embodied carbon materials and renewable energy sources. The project is slated to attain more than 80% overall recycling rate for construction and demolition waste.

 

Visitors to Paya Lebar Green can expect various tech-enhanced health and well-being features drawn from Certis’ Smart Facilities Management capabilities. The buildings will offer embedded solutions such as enhanced filtration systems and bi-polar ionisation, IoT sensors measuring occupancy, and optimising light levels and temperatures for a comfortable yet sustainable working environment while providing environmental data analytics for continuous operational efficiency improvements. The embedded smart and sustainable solutions will help achieve greater energy performance for the buildings.

 

Aside from its quality indoor environment, Paya Lebar Green will also feature biodiverse, vertical greenery. Paya Lebar Green has also received other accolades beyond the Green Mark Platinum Super Low  Energy certification. Paya Lebar Green South has received the International WELL Building Institute  (IWBI) WELL Core Silver pre-certification, which attests to the development’s commitment to sustainability, health and well-being and people-centric design, and the WiredScore Platinum certification for digital connectivity, which is the global accreditor’s highest-awarded rating. Paya Lebar  Green North has received the WiredScore Gold.