Singapore has it all, from stunning skyscrapers to super interesting architectural styles. However, due to the vicinity to Singapore Changi Airport, every building constructed must comply to a height restriction of 280m, which the owners, as well as the architects, must adhere to.
Singapore’s skyline, known as the “future skyline,” is a treasure trove of architectural wonders, where ancient wonders coexist with cutting-edge modern building designs to create a unique and enthralling cityscape. This article discusses some of the prominent, must-see buildings that Singapore has in store for all visitors.

Marina Bay Sands

Nothing in Singapore has come close to matching Marina Bay Sands in terms of architecture and location since it overlooks Marina Bay and all that this world-class integrated resort has to offer. With three major towers, each wider at the base and joined by a continuous lobby, the architectural concept appears to be inspired by decks of cards. Sands SkyPark, with its 150-meter infinity pool, gardens, and running trails at the top of the complex, is one of the hotel’s most distinct attractions. The architects took into account a variety of factors that could have an impact on Marina Bay Sands’ magnificent design and made the required adjustments, such as installing custom Jack legs to ensure the pool’s infinity edge works effectively. This place has something for everyone, from the world’s largest atrium casino, Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands mall, to two large cinemas and an ArtScience Museum.

Tanjong Pagar Centre

Tanjong Pagar Centre, also known as Guoco Tower and located in ‘Tanjong Pagar,’ is now Singapore’s highest building. The building’s height, at 290 metres, exceeds Singapore’s building height limit. However, it was exempted from the restriction by the government due to its position, which does not interfere with flight patterns. The project began in 2013 and was completed in 2016, breaking the 20-year record held by UOB Plaza, One Raffles Place, and Republic Plaza for being the highest towers in Singapore at a height of 280 metres.

Tree House, Bukit Timah

Tree House, the world’s largest vertical garden, is an eco-friendly condominium that was recognized into the Guinness Book of World Records in 2014 for its creatively built, sheer-sized construction. The vertical garden significantly reduces the estate’s carbon footprint and, as a result, global warming, by lowering the energy required to cool internal spaces and by incorporating other modern features such as heat-reducing windows and proximity sensors for lighting in public areas. Apart from the recreational swimming pool, Tree House also includes a Rain spa and an Aqua-gym, making it one of Singapore’s coolest towers.

Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

The Esplanade is a performing arts centre near the mouth of the Singapore River, with an architectural style that highlights modern architecture. Construction on the same began in 1996 after extensive planning, and it took nearly six years for the inauguration to take place. The Esplanade’s in-house programming team is responsible for over 14 festivals and numerous ongoing series throughout the year, with performance venues including a concert hall with a seating capacity of about 1600, a theatre with a seating capacity of 2000 for the performing arts, recital studio, and theatre studio. On the third floor, the building houses a public library dedicated to the performing arts.

The Interlace

Despite its small height of roughly 90 metres, this is one of Singapore’s coolest complex structures, with over 1000 apartments on 25 floors and 43 elevators, designed by OMA and Ole Scheeren. The complex is attractive for its contemporary style architectural design, that also resembles 31 irregularly stacked bricks, comparable to Jenga blocks, and is fully equipped with amenities such as swimming pools, gymnasiums, tennis and basketball courts, karaoke rooms, and children’s playgrounds, providing convenience to residents. This is one of the city-most state’s ambitious residential complexes, with a distinctive housing ideology that took six years to complete.