Singapore Institute of Technology Punggol Campus Court

Design needs stipulated included a variety of spaces for students to gather and bond to promote collective learning and collaboration and open spaces for social events and exhibition to display the University's ethos and engagement with the community. The COVID-19 pandemic was also an overarching challenge to overcome. Works were halted during substructure phase, delaying foundational works. There were also frequent suspensions and regulatory constraints due to dormitory outbreaks and infection risks. Supply chain disruptions meant four to six month delays for some critical components, and prices of imported materials rose by 20-25%.

Self Directed Group Learning (SDGL) spaces were created and scattered on every floors. On the ground floor, high volume and naturally ventilated space was created for events, well-connected to the public spaces of adjacent development. Kimly Construction effectively leveraged the Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) initiative, particularly through Mass Engineered Timber (MET) technology, to overcome Covid-19 challenges. Pre-assembled modular components reduced on-site tasks, minimizing worker interactions and allowing for rapid installation when pandemic restrictions eased. MET construction was moved to the project’s end, optimising scarce labour for critical phases.

Recognised with multiple BCA Green Mark Platinum and Universal Design awards, the campus is a benchmark in sustainable campus design with interconnected courtyards, green terraces, and energy-efficient architecture that foster community engagement and environmental stewardship. It showcases how modern educational spaces can seamlessly blend functionality, inclusivity, and sustainability, thus setting new standards for biophilic design in educational environments. This inspires future developments to embrace nature-driven architecture that enhances both functionality and environmental responsibility. Kimly Construction’s effective leveraging of the DfMA initiative to overcome COVID-19 challenges also proves its value as a pandemic-resilient method in the future.