Archifest 2023: Architours 5 | Peatix tag:peatix.com,2011:1 2023-10-10T04:41:25+08:00 Peatix Archifest Archifest 2023: Architours 5 tag:peatix.com,2023:event-3692369 2023-10-07T09:00:00SGT 2023-10-07T09:00:00SGT Architours is a series of chaperoned tours around Singapore offering participants exclusive access to some of the city’s best newly built architectural works, and includes behind-the-scenes tours and insights with the architect in person. Architours features a diversity of built projects, from residential homes to commercial spaces. Architours comprises 8 sessions of unique tours over 2 weekends, with each tour bringing participants to three sites.Architours is an annual crowd favourite at Singapore Archifest, open to industry professionals and the general public. Led by chaperons from The Architecture Society (TAS) at the National University of Singapore (NUS), Architours curate a series of hand-picked architectural works that are aligned with the festival theme and offer exclusive access into these architectural gems. Participants are invited to join an immersive experience that brings them closer than ever to selected architectural projects with the architects who brought them to life, as they share their insights on the processes of design and construction.Pickup point for all Architour sessions is the lobby of PARKROYAL on Beach Road.8:45am - Meet at the lobby of PARKROYAL on Beach Road9:00am - Tour bus leaves for destinations9:30am - Punggol Soka Centre by Formwerkz Architects11:00am - Project #13 by Studio Wills + Architects12:30pm - Colonnade House by LAR+D ArchitectsEnd of tour - Arrival at lobby of PARKROYAL on Beach RoadPunggol Soka Centre by Formwerkz ArchitectsThe Punggol Soka Centre was envisioned to be an Open Citadel that embraces all yet bears fortitude to safeguard the good foundation of Soka Gakkai's values. It exudes a dignified yet cordial presence. Interspersed with a series of courtyards, the seemingly fort-like building is perforated with meaningful spaces that opens out to nature. Nature permeates deeply into the interior spaces, providing a sanctuary that welcomes all. These interspersed courtyards allow for a series of varied environments, moments and ambience for everyday discourse, relaxation and engagement. To observe nature and for quiet contemplation. It aspires to be an oasis of happiness for everyone. Project #13 by Studio Wills + ArchitectsProject #13 is a renovation to a 30-year old Hdb flat in Singapore. The brief is to house 2 programmes (home and office) within a formerly single-use residential unit for the interim period and achieves a ‘framework’ to enable its future transformation.The result is a space that allows re-adaptation for a variety of uses and use patterns for 1 or more individuals over time.Colonnade House by LAR+D ArchitectsThe clients requested a "black and white bungalow," historically used by European colonial families in South East Asia. The design focused on adapting the bungalow to the tropical climate, incorporating passive cooling techniques like ventilation and verandahs. The architecture features a simple structural grid, with a central void connecting the three floors. Verandahs surround the home on three sides, providing a semi-outdoor space for each bedroom. Permeable screens and bamboo blinds offer privacy while allowing natural ventilation. The attic offers stunning views of Bukit Timah Hill, creating a picturesque backdrop for the family's daily activities.Disclaimer for Architours:Indemnity: By buying and participating in the Architours, you are deemed to have fully accepted all SIA/Archifest/Architours’s terms and conditions. If you do not agree with the terms, please do not buy the tickets and do not join the tours.You agree to indemnify, defend and hold SIA and its affiliates, and their respective staffs, owners, agents, information providers and licensors (collectively, the "Indemnified Parties") harmless from and against any and all claims, liability, losses, costs and expenses (including attorneys' fees) incurred by any Indemnified Party in connection with any breach by you of these Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.Responsibility: SIA has designed these tours for your pleasure and enjoyment and has attempted to select for you the best transportation facilities for the prices charged. SIA, however, does not own or operate any of the services and assumes no responsibility for delays, losses or accidents or for damage to persons or property caused by any person, firm or corporation or other legal entity providing the transportation services (including but not limited to transfer and sightseeing), or any other service incident to these tours. SIA reserves the right to make any changes with or without notice, that may become necessary, with the understanding that any additional expenses will be paid by the passenger. SIA also reserves the right to terminate tour services for any participants at any time for good cause. SIA cannot be held responsible for any mistake that might occur in typography or printing. As a participant of these tours you agree to follow the direction/instruction of the tour docents, project clients/managers and project architects.Smoking/Liquor: Smoking is not allowed on the coach or within the project sites. The consumption of liquor is prohibited on the Architours.Photography and Videography: Photos and videos will be taken during the event. By attending the event, you agree to be photographed and/or filmed and give permission to Architours organisers and Archifest and its affiliates the irrevocable and perpetual right to use your likeness in social media in promotional materials.Moving bus policy: Passengers are reminded that they should remain in their seats while bus is in motion for their safety. Passengers understand that to walk or stand can be hazardous due to sudden stops, braking or uneven road surfaces that can cause passengers to fall and injure themselves and/or others around them.Right to Refuse Service: If the participant’s conduct aboard the Tours is so as to endanger the bus or any person or property on board, or obstructs the crew in the performance of their duties, or fails to comply with any instruction of the crew, or behaves in a manner to which other passengers may reasonably object, the organiser may take such measures as it deems necessary to prevent continuation of such conduct, including restraint and/or eject you from the Tour without refund.Refund policy: No refunds due to equipment (bus) breakdown or mechanical failure or for events. There is no refund for no-shows.Seating Arrangements: Free-seating arrangement.Accident or Loss: Participants are to take care of their personal belongings while travelling at all times. SIA will not be liable for any loss, damage, delay, inconvenience, or direct or consequential loss, however caused.Jurisdiction: These conditions shall in all aspects, be governed by the law of Singapore Updates tag:peatix.com,2023-09-15 05:22:40 2023-09-15 05:22:40 Title was changed to "Archifest 2023: Architours 5". Orig#1424317 Updates tag:peatix.com,2023-09-14 03:12:12 2023-09-14 03:12:12 The event description was updated. Diff#1423671