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Circular Consciousness

BY Seng Pei En, Joanne

SUPERVISED BY Assoc. Prof. Shinya Okuda

STUDIO THEME NATURE UNFOLD

Abstract

This thesis seeks to raise public awareness on circular materials and construction processes, thus promoting their construction viability and positive environmental impact in an ever-developing Singapore. Embodied carbon (materials and construction processes) in the built industry accounts for 11% of global emissions. The circular economy has fortunately emerged as a viable solution, though it remains an intangible concept for the layman. In response, the thesis explores circularity through design across 3 scales in the new Sungei Kadut Eco-District: the larger urban fabric, the circular collective and the build-to-order residential kits. Curating an environment that exemplifies true sustainability will be able to spark conversations and curiosity about the circular model, which serves to grow more carbon- and circular-conscious citizens.

Supervisor Comments

Seng Pei En, Joanne’s thesis envisioned one of the important recent urbanism-architectural discourses: circular economy. It embraced cradle to cradle material relationships, which was yet hardly perceivable by public. To strategically make the invisible relationships visible, she underwent extensive research from dismountable construction details to district level planning, envisioning to embed cycling paths for visitors to trace the circular material life cycles. Seng Pei En, Joanne demonstrated unique combination of imaginative and analytical skill sets, consistently produced good quality graphic works. Her strong interpersonal and communication skills with exceptional emotional intelligence enabled her ambitious thesis.

- Assoc. Prof. Shinya Okuda

Seng Pei En, Joanne

Seng Pei En, Joanne

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Seng Pei En, Joanne

Seng Pei En, Joanne