Visit The Most Instagrammable Architectures In Singapore

Everyone deserves to take a break from all the urban madness we face on a daily basis. A spontaneous break that does not require you to travel overseas or spend too much money.

I am talking about a day spent on savoring the aesthetically pleasing architectural gems in Singapore!

If you are up for it, spend under S$25 as you visit one of these Instagram-worthy architectures:

1. THE ARTS HOUSE

The Arts House is a creative landscape situated at the Old Parliament building. This longstanding building was inspired by the Palladian architecture – a European style of architecture derived from the designs of Andrea Palladio. Now, it is a home for a museum that presents multidisciplinary programs such as film, performing and visual arts.

Image Credits: alantankenghoe via Flickr (CC License)

Image Credits: alantankenghoe via Flickr (CC License)

Indulge on The Art House’s elegant and historical architecture as well as the amazing art form brought by the “G is for German Giants” show on November 13. Standard tickets are sold for S$20 while students and senior citizens can get it for S$15.

2. KONG SENG ROAD SHOPHOUSES

About 15 minutes away from the Eunos MRT is a vivid architecture that can potentially be a photo-shoot location – the Koon Seng Road. It is filled with traditional Peranakan shophouses that are pastel colored and intricately embellished. Some of them were immaculately restored.

Be in awe with the rich architectural background as you take gorgeous selfies!

3. STADIUM MRT STATION 

Who would have thought that an architectural jewel can reside alongside the public transportation? I did not…until I saw the Stadium MRT station!

Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons (Author: Circleline4)

Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons (Author: Circleline4)

The station, designed by the popular WOHA Architects, was so masterfully done that it was awarded with the “Design Of The Year of the President’s Design Award” in 2010. Its sleek lines and slashes on top open to a wider space below.

4. ARTSCIENCE MUSEUM

Another museum with an outstanding architecture is the ArtScience Museum located at Marina Bay Sands. You might have seen the building from afar because of its iconic shape that has “10 fingers” anchored by a unique round base in the middle. The modern and exquisite detailing is perfect for the central themes of the museum.

Image Credits: pixabay.com (License: CC0 Public Domain)

Image Credits: pixabay.com (License: CC0 Public Domain)

Grab the opportunity to catch the poetic and informative “Hermès Leather Forever” exhibition for free from now until December 13 (T&Cs apply).

5. THE SANDCRAWLER

If you are a fan of Lucasfilm’s massive movie franchise, you would love to see the Sandcrawler in real life! Inspired by the fortresses inhabited by the hooded Jawas in Star Wars films, the Sandcrawler building is the regional headquarters of Lucasfilm Singapore. The eight-story building is made up of metallic glass that curves along its edges, giving it a futuristic feel.

Image Credits: Catriona Ward via Flickr (CC License-Attribution-ShareAlike)

Image Credits: Catriona Ward via Flickr (CC License-Attribution-ShareAlike)

The public can only see its wonderful urban jungle exterior as the building is a working production facility. Nonetheless, you can always apply for a job there. Click here to apply.

May the force be with you! 🙂

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Uniqlo: Star Wars T-Shirts to be launched on 5 Jun 2015

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May the force be with you.

What’s a better way to show that you are an ardent fan of Star Wars besides donning a Darth Vader or a Jedi costumes?

Uniqlo is giving you an opportunity to do just that with their upcoming launch of their UTGP Star Wars T-Shirts (UT).

A collection of 23 creatively designed tees from 5,218 entries will be on sale at selected Uniqlo stores on 5 Jun 2015.

  • 313@somerset
  • Causeway Point
  • ION Orchard
  • Jurong Point
  • NEX
  • Plaza Singapura
  • Seletar Mall
  • Tampines 1
  • VivoCity
  • Online at http://www.uniqlo.com/sg/

Check out the winning designs here: https://www.uniqlo.com/utgp/2015/en

Photos below are from Uniqlo.

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Men’s designs will be priced at $24.90 while Kids’ ones will retail at $14.90.

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