Mini Habitat

BRETT CAMERON Interior Designer
Assistant Designer: Jason Chua
Graphic Designer: Gerald Tan
Kingsmen Exhibits Pte Ltd
Client: Karsono Kwee
Trans Eurokars Pte Ltd
Design of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

The project is the first freestanding, experiential hub for the MINI brand that takes showcasing cars to a new level by incorporating lifestyle into the buying experience. The showroom skillfully draws on the interior architecture to articulate the philosophy and visual experience of the MINI brand to a niche market. The resolution of the interior design uses appropriate materials and demonstrates comprehensive and consistent design detail throughout. Natural and artificial light is used in an innovative way. As the first of its kind in the world, the MINI Habitat in Singapore is now used by BMW Group worldwide as a benchmark for how the MINI brand should be presented, and amply demonstrates the success of design as a tool for competitive advantage.

HP Deskjet 460 Mobile Printer

Mylène Angele Kit Tjin Wong Joe Industrial Designer
Hewlett-Packard Singapore (Pte) Ltd
Mechanical Engineer: Koh Chee Hiang
Hewlett-Packard Singapore (Pte) Ltd
Design of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

"The design of the Deskjet 460 is about simplicity, and minimalism that works." Mylène Tjin

The DeskJet printer’s design is classical, well-executed and not overtly expressive, showing a high level of maturity in approach. Its sleek, stylish and mobile appearance is visually inviting, while offering the user a tactile experience. Being both functional and aesthetically appealing, the printer has enjoyed proven market success and demonstrates the value of design in lending a competitive edge to products in the marketplace.

Fullerton Hotel & One Fullerton

TAY LEE SOON Principal Architect
Architects: Helen Chen, Un Wai Kay, Siti Suriah Bte Taib,
Wu Zhiwei, Asnee Tasnaruangrong, Evelyn Houng
Architects 61 Pte Ltd
Owner: Precious Treasure Pte Ltd
End User: The Fullerton Singapore
Civil & Structural Engineer: Thomas Sit, Lee Tuck Cheong
Oscar Faber Asia Pte Ltd (now Maunsell Consultants Pte Ltd)
Project Management: Chan Sui Him
DP Consultants Pte Ltd
Interior Designer: Andrew Moore
Hirsch Bedner Associates Pte Ltd
Main Contractor: Ludwig Reichhold
Dragages Singapore Pte Ltd
Design of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

The Fullerton Hotel / One Fullerton combination encompasses boldness and sensitivity both in its adaptive reuse and contemporary approach. Fullerton Hotel is an excellent example of how built heritage can be successfully adapted for modern use, resulting in a high quality development with memorable spatial qualities. One Fullerton sports a dynamic, modern look but maintains a low building profile, complementing the neo-classical Fullerton Hotel. It weaves in a ‘city room’ which maintains visual porosity to Marina Bay. Although the two buildings appear as independent structures, the Jury appreciated how they are seamlessly connected to each other and the waterfront. This sensitivity to context and urban design is further expressed through the strategic positioning of a view corridor, allowing glimpses of the bay when travelling along  Fullerton Road. Together with the Merlion and city skyline, the Fullerton Hotel / One Fullerton forms a distinctive, signature view of Singapore which is reflective of the city’s growth across the ages.

"The approach adopted for both the Fullerton Hotel and One Fullerton was to ‘design with the times, for the times.’ In other words, the intent was to reflect, in architectural form and language, the technology and materials of the appropriate era." Tay Lee Soon

Esplanade - Theatres on the Bay

KOH SEOW CHUAN Principal Architect (1939 - )
Architects: Gan Eng Oon (1996-99), Vikas Gore (Project Director, 1995-02), Steven Gan (1995-02), Cheang Mei Ling (1995-02), Ti Lian Seng (1993-94), Chin Thoe Chong (1993-94)
DP Architects Pte Ltd (1992-02)
MICHAEL WILFORD Associate Principal Architect (1938 - )
Architects: Russell Bevington (1992-95), David Turnbull (1993-95)
Michael Wilford & Partners (1992-95)
Client: Ministry of Information, Communications and the Arts
End User: The Esplanade Company Limited
Theatre Consultants: Theatre Project Consultants, UK
Acoustic Consultant: Artec Consultants Inc., New York
Pipe Organ Builder: Johannes Klais Orgelbau GmbH & Co KG
Civil & Structural, Mechanical & Electrical Engineers and Quantity Surveyors: Public Works Department (now CPG Consultants Pte Ltd)
Project Management: Public Works Department (now CPG Consultants Pte Ltd)
Interior Design: Gan Eng Oon, Lydia Fong (Concert Hall), Kwan Moh Yin (Lyric Theatre) DP Design Pte Ltd
Landscape Design: ACLA Pte Ltd
Cladding Consultant: Atelier One, London
Environment Engineering: Atelier Ten Consulting Engineers, London
Lighting Consultant: Bo Steiber Lighting Design Consultancy
Main Contractor: Penta Ocean Construction Pte Ltd
Specialist Cladding Contractor: Mero Systeme GmbH & Co.
Design of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

"The Esplanade is built in the heart of an Asian City evolving into a cultural nerve centre for the region. Thedesign responds to this urban setting." Koh Seow Chuan

Church of St Mary of the Angels

WONG MUN SUMM Principal Architect (1963 - )
and RICHARD HASSELL Principal Architect (1966 - )
Architects: Esther Soh, Sim Choon Heok, Alina Yeo, Puiphai Khunawat, Punpong Wiwatkul, Phyllis Chua, Janita Han, Lee Li Leng, Gerry Richardson
WOHA Architects Pte Ltd
Owner: Franciscans, Order of Friars Minor, Custody of St Mary
Civil & Structural Engineer: Adrian Billinghurst
Worley Parsons Pte Ltd
Mechanical & Electrical Engineer: Andrew Tang
AE&T Consultants
Quantity Surveyor: Peter Tan
A. Peter Tan Associates Pte Ltd
Building Contractor: Lim Chap Huat
Soil Build Pte Ltd
Interior Contractor: K H Tan
Shanghai Chong Kee Furniture & Construction Pte Ltd
Design of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

The Church of St Mary of the Angels demonstrates the depth and richness embedded in architecture and urban design, regardless of the physical size. Central to the project is the idea of building a community in relation to its surroundings, which infuses the experience of space, light and nature with spiritual and social significance. Although the material palette is muted, the design is never too austere, allowing flexibility for secular or social activities in the central plaza. At the detailed level, the design displays an in-depth understanding of the individual’s needs for inner sanctum. The Jury appreciates how the design draws deeply from early liturgy and traditions, yet proves to be one of the most forward-looking, nuanced expressions of our modern times, context and climate.

"Clarity of ideas creates strong, memorable places." Wong Mun Summ and Richard Hassell

6 Special Exhibitions at the Asian Civilisations Museum

SEBASTIAN CHUN Exhibition Designer
Graphic Designers: Ng Pei Kie, Teng Yoke Kim
Lighting and Logistics Support: Alvin Lee Liang Meng
Asian Civilisations Museum
Design of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

"Nyonya Kebaya", collection of the late Datin Seri Endon Mahmood, Singapore, 2006
 

"Each new project creates opportunities for new learning, new discoveries and new experiences for me in order to evolve new design ideas and concepts. To make breakthroughs for each design project is the real challenge." Sebastian Chun

The 6 special exhibitions at the Asian Civilisations Museum – Spirit of Wood, Sari to Sarong, From the Land of the Ottoman Sultans, Nyonya Kebaya, Journey of Faith, and Power Dressing – deftly cross-pollinate design and theatrical elements, to provide viewers with a complete and immersive visual experience. Rather than tread the conventional path of transporting the visitor back into the past, the exhibitions employ the language of theatre to “float” the visitor in a dreamlike panorama of images and memories evocative of the past. The exhibitions show consistent quality and attention to detail throughout, and elegantly utilize design to enhance the subject matter.

THESEUS CHAN

Graphic Designer (1961 - )
Work Advertising Pte Ltd
Designer of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

"If the work does not evoke reactions like surprise and desirability then it is not a strong piece of creation." Theseus Chan

Theseus’ diverse portfolio and his prolific career bear testimony to a journey of discovery and self-reflection. His work is experimental and contemporary, yet naturally so, and displays refreshing genuineness borne from a real desire to push the boundaries of creativity. This has been invaluable in inspiring the next generation of young designers. His distinct personal style strikes the balance between international relevance, while capturing the spirit of the Singaporean and Asian identity without being contrived. Unconventional, edgy and irreverent, Theseus challenges our thinking to the extent that we constantly expect him to surprise. And he does not disappoint.

CHAN SOO KHIAN

Architect (1962 - )
SCDA Architects Pte Ltd
Designer of the Year - President*s Design Award 2006

"Besides having an ability for problem solving, a great architect has to have passion; he has to have lived life, and has to have love for the arts. He has to be very singular in his vision." Soo K. Chan

Soo Khian has impressed the Jury with a wide repertoire of projects in Singapore and abroad. His design is driven by an interest in new ways of organizing space, resulting in the creation of distinctive forms. His work displays originality and skilful control over proportion, massing and the use of colour. The high level of ambition evident in his work is also complemented by his drive to experiment and constantly challenge accepted norms, yet within the framework of a consistent architectural language.