LOCATION
Singapore
COMPLETE
2014
AWARDS
Honorable Mention : IFLA Africa Asia Pacific Middle East Awards (AAPME), Flood and Water Management Category, 2018
Honorable Mention : IFLA Asia Pacific Landscape Architecture Awards, Culture and Urban Landscape Category, 2017
Gold : Singapore Landscape Architecture Awards (SLAA), 2017
Merit : Futurarc Green Leadership Awards, 2016
2nd Runner-Up : ASEAN Energy Awards, 2016
NTU PIONEER AND CRESCENT HALLS
With sustainable design as key focus and utilising existing topography, the Pioneer and Crescent Hall student residence function as more than a place to rest and recover; but as a wetland, surrounded by native landscape in a distinctive setting. This creates a habitat for nature and man-made elements to sensitively exist in a dynamic equilibrium.
Built elements supported on stilts raised above the landscape, weaves its way in and through structures seamlessly. Ponds and streams provide a perfect setting for outdoor classrooms, and student interaction at outdoor seating decks, gazebos, boardwalks and the open amphitheater. An experiential trail interweaves through the lush natural landscape and strategically pause at various scenic points, decorated by pavilions and breakout decks meant to provide reprieve to the goers and dwellers.
The fusion of landscape and architecture at NTU Pioneer and Crescent Halls creates a spatial symbiosis between man and nature, resulting in a nurturing holistic environment that strikes the perfect equilibrium between study and play, rest and rejuvenation. The sensible design strategy represents a unique opportunity to create a cohesive, inclusive and an immaculate oasis, amidst a vibrant campus life.