2+ hour, 45+ min ago   (1449+ words) For more than two decades, the founder of Chang Architects has created distinctive Singapore homes shaped by nature, spirituality and an instinct to do things differently. There is an aura of calm that Chang Yong Ter exudes, as though he…...

1+ week, 3+ hour ago   (624+ words) Designed by Indonesian architect Andra Matin, this bold black house in Bintaro uses narrow openings, greenery and clever spatial planning to bring in light and air while preserving the homeowner’s privacy. “I want a masculine house.” That was the statement…...

2+ week, 1+ day ago   (1364+ words) A stay at Suiboku in Japan left a lasting impression on Joshua Choo and Marilyn Lim, who later drew on its warmth, raw textures and understated design for their four-bedroom apartment. Suiboku is a collection of lofts in Upper Hirafu…...

1+ mon, 1+ day ago   (1046+ words) From murals and neighbourhood parks to better public spaces, architects and urban practitioners are exploring how cities can foster well-being, connection, creativity and a stronger sense of belonging. Leading the project from conception to completion was Lee Hui Lian, principal…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (1063+ words) Francis Goh shares the lengths he guides FDAT Architects to design buildings that respect a site’s context. Peruse FDAT Architects’ portfolio and you’ll be hard pressed to find an “alien building” – at least this is what its co-founder and director…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago   (737+ words) Behind its stained glass-panelled pintu pagar, this Mount Sophia residence brings together preserved architectural details, contemporary works and personal objects shaped by a life lived across seven cities. Earlier in her career, Koh worked in public relations, advertising, events and…...

3+ mon, 2+ week ago   (416+ words) Built on the slope of a hill, the home was reworked around its split levels, with the staircase, air well and garden-facing spaces creating a stronger sense of connection for the family. Most Singaporean homeowners look for uncomplicated plots, which…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (788+ words) Liu Tingzhi first saw the scale of textile waste while working in fashion. Today, through her circular design studio Wastd, she transforms discarded materials into functional objects, surfaces and spatial elements. Liu’s fascination with waste began when she saw the…...

7+ mon, 3+ day ago   (1262+ words) Delayed by the pandemic, URA’s 20 Under 45 returns with an expanded cohort of 23 – including three above 45. We speak to several selectees about the long game of practice, what inspires them, and what Singapore needs to design better. “The 20 Under 45 architects’ body…...

4+ mon, 3+ week ago   (378+ words) In a dense neighbourhood, greenery and controlled views soften the sense of exposure and create a more restful atmosphere. As I entered this semi-detached house in eastern Singapore, a sculptural bonsai tree greeted me. Placed in a courtyard beside the…...