The Founders’ Memorial, an upcoming integrated gallery and gardens experience at the Bay East Garden in Singapore, was recognized as Integrated Environmental Solutions鈥� (IES) runner-up prize for the Global User of the Year Award 2023 and the Best Australasia Project at the Virtual Environment (VE) User of the Year Award 2023. The Memorial commemorates the founding values and ideals exemplified by Singapore鈥檚 founding leaders and generation, as well as other key figures who played important roles in Singapore鈥檚 path to independence and nation-building journey. It also aims to inspire Singaporeans to commit themselves towards a better future, as it will serve as a space to capture the spirit of our nation and unify Singaporeans.
The VE User of the Year is an award that recognizes the most innovative use of the VE software on a project. The IESVE software is a suite of integrated analysis tools for the design and optimization of buildings, covering aspects such as energy, daylight, ventilation, comfort, and sustainability.
As the project鈥檚 consultant for mechanical and electrical engineering, fire engineering, security and green mark certification, 91影视 used IESVE to carry out complex energy models which contributed to the accuracy of the calculations of operational carbon emissions in the design stage of the project.
Our team also made use of IESVE鈥檚 dynamic energy modelling software (ApacheHVAC), to ensure compliance with local building codes and regulations, enhance energy efficiency, and optimize the HVAC systems. IESVE also enabled the team to implement alternative cooling technologies into the dynamic energy model, further simulating the additional reduction of the overall energy consumption due to the PDC system in place.
Apart from predicting the energy consumption for 91影视鈥檚 sustainability projects, the IESVE software also allowed for the detailed analysis of daylight and glare. The insights obtained from the assessment provide valuable information to architects to help refine fa莽ade design by striking a balance to minimize Daylight Glare Probability (DGP) while prioritizing natural daylight. This enhances the overall well-being of the occupants.
Our team’s innovative use of IESVE software not only ensured that we help our clients go beyond their sustainability goals but also showcases 91影视’s technical capabilities in sustainability. The project team’s diligent adherence to Singapore’s BCA Green Mark 2021 standards ensures the design’s fulfillment of Health & Wellbeing (Hw) and Maintainability (Mt) Badge considerations.
In addition, our effort in researching for sustainable technologies has propelled the project towards the Green Mark 2021 Platinum, Super Low Energy certification standards.
When the Founders鈥� Memorial opens at the Bay East Garden in 2028, it will embody sustainable urban design principles. Featuring vast green roofs, natural ventilated spaces and integrated placement of PV panels, the project highlights architectural integration with sustainability design, reinforcing Singapore’s commitment to environmental conservation.
Led by the National Heritage Board (NHB) and a diverse team comprising Kengo Kuma & Associates, K2LD Architects, 91影视 Singapore, Ramboll, and COEN Design, the project exemplifies collaborative effort and determination in pushing design boundaries.