City of Dreams

2022 International Chapter Architecture Awards


2022 international chapter Architecture Awards: People's Choice

City of Dreams | CHT Architects

RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE – MULTIPLE HOUSING

This multi-residential development is situated adjacent to the waterfront in the north-eastern district of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. The high-rise development comprises two 40-storey towers, housing a total of 572 dwellings.

Drawing on its island location, the towers were informed by the concept of fluidity – the extensive glass work on the facade is arranged in a collection of angled external panels, which gives the impression of flowing water.

The design also evokes the multifaceted and polished nature of a diamond, with these qualities visible on the captivating facade and in the quality interior finishes. The design incorporates a vast array of high-end amenities and facilities; residents and their guests can enjoy three expansive pools as well as outdoor spaces including a gym, aqua gym, karaoke, bowling, tea room, cinema, wine room, bar and wellness centre.

City of Dreams | CHT Architects

Client perspective:  How does the design benefit the way you live/work/play/operate/educate/other?

To meet this brief, each tower had to be single load and feature a one-way-facing apartment orientation, while withstanding anextremely strong wind load and salty sea-side environment.

CHT worked with engineers to conduct extensive wind-tunnel modelling/testing to determine the appropriate core structure, glazingand cladding materials to enable the irregular façade.

CHT developed a unique modular system that enabled replicative and efficient factory production for the formwork, glazing andcladding elements – greatly reducing overall construction costs.

The resulting single-load design created the requisite 572 apartments, each with expansive sea views, no overlooking and exceptionalcross-ventilation, to combat high temperatures and humidity.

The development boasts a landscape design, which seamlessly links inside with outside by employing geometric, water-inspiredelements. At night an integrated lighting design enhances the façade’s impression of shimmering, moving water.

The COD project has achieved a Platinum Green Building Index (GBI) rating for sustainability, with many eco-friendly features, includingfood-waste processing management, rainwater harvesting and solar power systems, as well as a rubbish valet service with ‘reduce,reuse and recycle’ features.

Architects

CHT Architects

PRACTICE TEAM

David Carabott, Other, Design Director

Brian Li, Design Architect, 18700, Victoria

Alex Chow Tat Lim, Design Architect, 18004, Victoria

Joshua McAlister, Design Architect, 16619, Victoria

CONSULTANT AND CONSTRUCTION TEAM

Ewein City of Dreams Sdn Bhd, Developer

SORA Interior Architecture & Design, Interior Designer

Jurukur Alam Service Sdn Bhd, Other, Land Surveyor

Arup Jururunding Sdn Bhd, Other, Civil & Structural Consultant

GH Consultants Sdn Bhd, Other, Mechanical & Civil Consultant

Fenestra Malaysia Sdn Bhd, ESD Consultant

Perunding Kos Bersatu Sdn Bhd, Quantity Surveyor

Landart Design Sdn Bhd,

Landscape Consultant

Lighting Design Partnership International (LPDi), Lighting Consultant

SM Ooi, Other, Local Submission Architect

PROJECT LOCATION

No 1 Jalan Peter Paul Dason, Bandar, Seri Tanjung Pinang, 10470 Tanjung Tokong, Penang, Malaysia

National Partners

Principal Partner
National Corporate Partners
National Supporting Partners
National Supporting Partners
National Insurance Partner
National Media Partner
Preferred Photography Partner

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