REFUGE AT THE REAR
YANG YUJIE, NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF SINGAPORE
In line with Yang Yujie’s aspirations to explore sustainable and affordable housing to impact the lives of those in need, he envisioned a communal building constructed with a social agenda to provide refuge and work opportunities for the rag-and-bone community.
Located near a back alley in Little India, the structure houses a community market for them to sell their second-hand wares, a café, residence as well as sheltered spots for them to live, work and interact too.
Yang’s open design also allows the building to serve as a platform to foster encounters with this lesser-known community and passers-by.
He shares, “Prior to my tertiary education, I have exposed myself to the art of sculpture making and created my first installation dwelling on the notion of creating familiarity and feeling at home in an unfamiliar space.
“This subsequently influenced my goal to experiment and create interesting spaces that hope to engage people’s senses, evoke emotions and feel comfort within.”
WORK LIFE
This story is from the Issue 122 edition of d+a.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber ? Sign In
This story is from the Issue 122 edition of d+a.
Start your 7-day Magzter GOLD free trial to access thousands of curated premium stories, and 8,500+ magazines and newspapers.
Already a subscriber? Sign In
In Harmony With Nature
Palace Hotel Tokyo’s Art Collection opens a window to the world of Japanese art based on the concept of inheriting tradition but with an innovative spirit.
art meets minimalism
Jay Osgerby, co-founder of Barber Osgerby, shares how AXOR One Collection is set to change the future of bathroom design.
enduring legacy
Vipp's CEO Morten Woldum tells us about the Danish company's pursuit of long-lasting quality and meticulous designs
seasonal expressions
Vibrant colours of the season are depicted in the striking ceiling installation at the newly refurbished Le Du in Bangkok.
preserving lanna heritage for future generation
The new InterContinental Chiang Mai The Mae Ping's updated design pays homage to Northern Thailand's Lanna culture.
blank canvas
A family home’s white backdrop frames the tranquillity and greenery of Half Moon Island Wetland Park in Foshan, China.
ichll of discovery
Formzero's Borderless House blurs the boundaries of conventional living, distilling serenity sublimity and surprise in a gardened and Miesian-inspired abode.
geometric perfection
Designed by Pritzker Prize winner Tadao Ando, MPavilion 10 in Melbourne is a concrete sanctuary comprising two offset squares and a circular top.
going full circle
Sustainable solutions and circular designs for a better tomorrow.
Life-Centric And Research-Driven Design
Lee Polisano shares his insights on the integration of sustainable features, urban biodiversity and advancements in digital technologies.