Duchess Residences

Singapore, Singapore

Fotografia © John Gollings

Overall site plan

Initial Architectural drawings without landscape architect’s input

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Preliminary landscape outline. Contouring and stepping in an attempt to work with challenging undulating terrain

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Initial landscape concept presentation with long curvilinear ramps generated to preserve Universal Design Principles

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Sectional studies to explore spatial quality and integrity of landscape layering, elements and levels

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Study of landscape levels at main entrance drop-off area

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In-house scaled model to study proposed landscape elements in a 3D

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Aerial overview of the landscape design with its “peeling of layers” corresponding to original undulating site terrain.

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Central landscape area portraying an intimate Secret Garden with nature pervasive in the organic forms through out the site where planting and water inter-play.

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At dusk, the bubbling Jacuzzi animates the lower level of the pool while the handicap ramp glides softly over the upper mirrored surface.

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Along the Kid’s Pool, a series of “Organ Pipes” act as a safety barrier to the void adjacent, while being at the same time a water play feature by day.

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Jacuzzi pool at night.

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Water cascades from the main pool into the Jacuzzi Pool, and finally over onto the curving step cascades fronting the lawn.

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The void visually connects the upper deck and lower pool. Reflections soften the soffit with a dynamic pattern that changes throughout the day.

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The canopy of the palms emerges from the void and engages with the spiral ramp above.

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Overview from the spiral ramp into the landscape courtyard below. Kid’s pool and Organ Pipe water feature on the right.

Aerial overview of the organic layering of landscape by night.

Bloc d'habitatges

Landscape Architects: STX Landscape Architects

Localització: 110 Duchess Avenue, 266313 Singapore, Singapore
Any: 2011

Located at 110 Duchess Avenue in Singapore, Duchess Residences is a site responsive, sculpted landscape of organic landforms, cascading water features, tree fringed verandas and paths that intertwine like flowing ribbons.

Imagine an undulating terrain of gentle slopes leading up to luminescent swimming pools and reflective ponds, creating a layered, three-dimensional scenery. The contoured undulations connect three different levels – the basement, multi-function room and the sky terrace – and meld into lush nature, exuding a sense of mystery and discovery.

On breezy, sunny days, skylights on green terraces illuminate the shimmering pool, casting a soft, wavering shaft of light into the lagoon-like waters beneath. Covered by lush greens, this residential space is a haven of tranquility.