Gaia
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CategorySpatial Design
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SubCategoryArchitecture
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Applicant CompanyRSP Architects Planners and Engineers (Pte) Ltd / Singapore
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Manufacturer / Business OwnerNanyang Technological University (Office of Development & Facilities Management) / Singapore
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Design CompanyToyo Ito & Associates, Architects & RSP Architects Planners and Engineers (Pte) Ltd / Singapore
Named after the Greek Earth Goddess, Gaia represents a bold marriage between Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects and RSP's excellence in design of education environments and sustainable architectural expertise. The 6-storey construction is the largest Mass Engineered Timber (MET) building in Asia. Gaia serves as a hub for learning, research, and innovation - a place where students and staff connect and collaborate.
Jury's Evaluation
The grand wooden structural design of Gaia creates a specific architectural aesthetic with a warm texture and a unique style. Natural materials and advanced energy-saving systems are also integrated to show Nanyang Technological University’s commitment to environmental friendliness. It is an outstanding result of the combination of architectural design, technological innovation, and sustainable thinking.
