Singapore

A Landmark in Sustainable Urban Regeneration for Singapore’s CBD A new landmark has emerged in Singapore’s Central Business District. Benoy is proud to unveil 18 Cross—a transformative mixed-use redevelopment that redefines urban renewal through adaptive reuse, heritage integration, and sustainable design. Tasked with architecture, landscape, wayfinding, interior design, and signage, Benoy collaborated with PAG (client), DCA (local architects), and Cundall (engineers) to bring this vision to life. Finbarr Fallon Finbarr Fallon A Site Rooted in the City’s Fabric Nestled at the intersection of Cross Street and pedestrian-friendly Nankin Road, 18 Cross spans 14,000 sqm, blending the old and new: conserved h... More

This project is the reconstruction of a 40 year old semi-detached house to accommodate a family of five. LayoutIn order to reduce the cost of the project, we were directed to retain as much of the existing structure as possible, including additions and alterations dating from 2006.  One of the volumes that was retained is a room extending into the Road Buffer at the 2nd Storey which we would otherwise have had to remove if this project had involved erecting a new house.  In all, 285 sqm of area was added to the house, including a new Attic floor. Melvyn Wong Melvyn Wong In the final layouts, the public areas of the house are located at the 1st Storey.  At the 2nd Storey are the common bedrooms for the three childr... More

The Singapore-based multi-disciplinary firm Andy Fisher Workshop (AFW) has unveiled renderings of Bagmane Memphis, a two-tower office complex located within the Bagmane Capital business hub in Bengaluru, developed by Bagmane Group. Set for completion in 2025, the project adds 1.4 million square feet of flexible office space, marking the final piece of the masterplan. AFW Design and Façade Innovation The project features a podium configuration that enhances its mixed-use potential by integrating retail outlets at ground level, contributing to the vibrant, knowledge-driven ecosystem of Bagmane Capital. Central to the masterplan is a green park, which we designed to seamlessly integrate into and through the building. We conceptua... More

The Sofitel La Corniche is a development perched on a dramatic volcanic outcrop, offering panoramic sea views. The design embraces the natural beauty of its location, with each hotel block centred around the concept of traditional courtyards, creating serene spaces that reflect the local Comoros vernacular. Every room within the hotel is single-loaded, ensuring uninterrupted sea views for all guests, immersing them in the natural splendour of the surroundings. AFW AFW AFW The hotel sits elevated on a substantial retail podium that extends over the seashore, blending the rugged coastline with vibrant commercial amenities. This podium enhances the visitor experience while integrating the natural landscape into the development,... More

The Star Wars movie franchise has had an unrivalled impact on popular culture for close to 50 years since the first movie debuted in 1977 and its fandom spans generations. When the 40-something-year-old owner of this bungalow in Singapore asked his designer to build him a mancave inspired by the movie, it was a project that was both exciting and intimidating. The room in mind was only 24sqm, which was just one percent of the home’s total land area, but it had to deliver full-on impact and cool factor for the owner, a Star Wars fan who wanted to use the space for him and his family to chill out and listen to music, watch movies, work, and to display his Star Wars Lego models. Jovian Lim Jovian Lim The designer decided to bas... More

The designer of this project believes that the key to achieving a comfortable living space is to keep things simple. His clear-minded approach to transforming the dated and inefficient interiors of this 27-year-old three-storey intermediate terrace home in the east of Singapore is evident. The once dark and claustrophobic walled-in spaces on the ground level have been replaced by a series of open plan zones dressed in a controlled colour scheme that takes advantage of the existing height and depth of the space. The bedrooms have also been reconfigured into spacious modern domains structured to suit the occupant’s aesthetic taste while keeping to a consistent design language. VC The family, a mother with three young adult sons, w... More

The Wonder Box refers to both the project, a new 90 sqm HDB flat in Sengkang West Avenue, as well as the defining structure within the flat. Wonder Box reinvents the space typology for a modestly-sized home, achieving openness, versatility and organised storage, with a striking design aesthetic.  Frenchescar Lim Singapore‘s HDB flats are usually presented with common stereotypical design options. However, Wonder Box is proof that the right design concept can create a better fit for daily life with high-level aesthetics as well. Frenchescar Lim Built to conceal a bomb shelter, two bathrooms, wardrobes, TV cabinet, air-conditioner ledge and provide storage areas, the Wonder Box is ultimately rooted in functionality, but... More

The design of wedding accessories store Dreamweavers is like the perfect wedding – an event which requires both the precision of a military parade, as well as the froth and bubbles of a glass of celebratory champagne. Spacedge Designs tailored a dreamy confection in white for this store which supplied themed wedding items. Evoking the dreaminess and grandeur of the big occasion is a pared down version of a church arch, underneath which newlyweds traditionally pass. CI&A The theatricality of the occasion is underscored by a layer of heavy white drapes behind the arch, which cleverly conceals a storeroom in its compact 600 sq ft footprint. However, the interiors never fall into fussy feminine aest... More

Alex, the name of the project as well as that of its owner, was designed as a utopian space for a bachelor who loves the bare beauty of minimalist lines. This new 47 sqm two-room public housing flat came with the standard compartmentalised areas for living, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom. VC Good design is based on function, and I’m not afraid to break conventions to achieve it. I removed unnecessary internal walls and doors to achieve a continuous flow of space, with functions positioned and designed in a way which considers ease of use and the homeowner’s priorities. VC   More

“A world of wonder for children led by independent discovery, grounded by research and well-being advocacy” WY-TO Singapore was announced as the winner of the Keppel Centre for Art Education in early 2023. The practice based in Singapore and Paris, with expertise in experiential design, was invited to participate in the Research and Design tender. Participating firms were called upon to propose an innovative revamp of the 1,500 sqm art centre guided by their research methodology. WY-TO’s literature research on Childhood Development and Elements of Art was applauded by the client, thereby awarding the project to them. Memphis West Pictures The winning proposal was built from their experiential expertise in designing... More

In a dense city like Singapore, apartments that are privy to good views are highly treasured. As such, the gorgeous sea view that this apartment in East Coast offers is something that the homeowner loves. The interior design brief may have been simple – to create a resort-themed home to match the panoramic view – but there is nothing ordinary about this space. The completed space bears no traces of the typical Balinese or rustic look. With its crisp colours and contemporary furnishings, the apartment is a swanky seafront abode. On the ceiling in the living room is a “fresco” of sorts, consisting of wall coverings depicting dramatic tropical foliage. A palette of natural finishes gives this home a breezy feel. These... More

This residential dwelling boasts a sophisticated interior scheme with an edgy, industrial feel that creates an elegant, contemporary apartment. The otherwise monotonous dark tones are broken apart by the bold addition of contrasting furniture and decor pieces that pop against the moodier installations. Overall, the variety of shadows, textures and contrast really creates depth and makes the space pop. More

While different in personalities, the two brothers share a preference for a minimalist home with distinct elements. For the design of this 400m2 5-room resale apartment in Singapore, we proposed the use of the colour black as a thematic element given its toned-down masculine and modern qualities. The colour is strategically balanced with other contrasting blocks of colour such as blues and browns to break up the otherwise claustrophobic effect, creating spatial highlights against the overall neutral backdrop. Minimalist yet sensuous, the design also addresses the homeowners’ storage needs and aesthetic tastes without feeling too confined. For one of the brothers who is passionate about cooking, additional storage spaces were created t... More