32 ETFE cushions show the design versatility of the material. Read our project story to learn more!
Changi City Point
ETFE Singapore: Changi City Point’s freestanding canopies use 32 ETFE cushions with varied finishes, offering daylight control, illumination, and lightweight design.
Project Overview
Singapore
Country
1328
m²
of ETFE
2011
Completed
Aedas Pte Ltd
Architects
At a Glance – ETFE at Changi City Point
- 32 ETFE cushions form the freestanding canopies.
- Cushions vary in finish – printed, white, or matte – for unique visual effects.
- Lightweight design reduces structural steel requirements.
- LED illumination gives the canopies a striking nighttime identity.
- Minimal cleaning and low maintenance suited to Singapore’s climate.
1,328 m²
of ETFE
Freestanding canopies with unique visual effects
Changi Business Park in eastern Singapore combines offices, retail, and hospitality in one of the city’s most dynamic mixed-use districts. Within this development, the Changi City Point canopies provide both shelter and a distinctive visual identity. Completed in 2012, the freestanding structures use 32 ETFE cushions, each designed with a different surface treatment to vary light and shading effects.
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Design Variety with ETFE
LED illumination gives the canopies a striking nighttime identity
The canopies explore ETFE’s design versatility: some cushions feature a printed grid, others use white or matte foils. This combination adds depth and character to the canopy system while maintaining its lightweight efficiency. The choice of ETFE made it possible to keep the supporting steelwork slim and cost-effective without compromising durability.
Visual Journey
Under Construction: The canopy is filled with air and shows the typical ETFE cushion form
The second canopy: Lightweight shading with a translucent print
Colourful illumination at night
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Illumination and Nighttime Character
LED lighting integrated into the ETFE cushions gives the canopies a distinctive appearance after dark. By day, they filter daylight to create comfortable shaded areas; by night, they transform into illuminated landmarks, reinforcing the identity of Changi Business Park.
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