Building Bawah Reserve
An Interview with the architect
Sim Boon Yang
Singapore architect, Sim Boon Yang, was tasked with creating a holistic design, using sustainable sources of bamboo, found and recycled woods, and “A design ethos of optimum comfort while also minimising energy requirements and having a light impact on the environment.” Melding contemporary taste with indigenous craftsmanship, he has delivered exquisite, exotic structures built on footings that require minimal interference with the natural terrain.
His inspiration for the soaring, organic curves of the roofs of the public pavilions, which cascade down the hill, was the shape and silhouette of the islands themselves, presenting a refreshing alternative in architectural style and five-star flair.
