BINJAI PARK
SINGAPORE
In response to environmental concerns and to optimize the breathtaking vistas, this architecturally designed two-story residence harmonizes with its surroundings. The strategic L-shaped floor plan gracefully embraces a spacious square garden and an inviting swimming pool. By intentionally orienting all interior spaces towards the verdant greens and tranquil waters, a sense of expanded spatial perception is achieved, effectively enhancing privacy from neighboring properties.
The narrow footprint of the house plan has been ingeniously conceived to promote excellent airflow and natural illumination. The deliberate L-shaped configuration distinctively separates the public and private realms while seamlessly connecting both wings to the encompassing outdoor environment. Ascending to the upper level, the bedrooms reveal themselves onto expansive terraces that boast ample shading through generous overhangs and a profusion of lush vegetation. These design elements not only accentuate the tropical ambiance but also impart an air of opulence and exclusivity.
Taking sustainability into account, the architectural composition incorporates passive design strategies, influencing the form, orientation, sun-shading, and screening of the residence. Additionally, green initiatives such as rainwater harvesting and solar panels are thoughtfully integrated to promote the responsible utilization of resources and the generation of clean electrical power. Enhancing operational efficiency and prolonging the lifespan of equipment, a sophisticated electrical control system is deployed, skillfully coordinating the closure of blinds in synchronization with the movement of the sun in specific areas.
Acknowledging the innovative environmental design solutions it embodies, this project was the first Good Class Bungalow to receive the esteemed BCA's Greenmark Platinum Award in 2011, underscoring its commendable commitment to sustainable architecture and ecological integration.
CLIENT
PRIVATE
GROSS FLOOR AREA
1,333.5 SQM
YEAR OF COMPLETION
2011
PUBLICATIONS
The Edge, 3 October 2011
AWARDS
Green Mark Platinum Award 2012