One Holland Village

One Holland Village in Singapore brings together residences, serviced apartments, offices and retail in one mixed-use development. At the center of the project, a 540 m² ETFE canopy creates a sheltered public space that connects these different functions while keeping the area bright and open.

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ETFE Canopy for a Mixed-Use Community Hub: One Holland Village in Singapore features a 540 m² ETFE canopy that brings daylight, shading and lightweight design to a vibrant community hub.

Singapore

Country

540

m²

of ETFE

2023

Completed

MKPL Architects

Architects

At a Glance – ETFE at One Holland Village

540 m² ETFE canopy at the center of the mixed-use development
10 double-layer ETFE cushions
Cushions measure approximately 2.38 m wide and up to 31 m long
Transparent lower layer with silver-printed top layer for shading
Designed to maximize daylight while reducing heat gain
Lightweight system helped reduce steelwork requirements
Designed, supplied, fabricated and installed by Vector Foiltec Asia Pacific

540 m²

of ETFE

The Story of the Project

A Canopy Designed for Light and Comfort

The canopy was introduced to support the open character of Holland Village and to create a comfortable environment for visitors moving between shops, dining areas and shared public spaces. ETFE was selected to maximize visible light transmission while reducing heat gain and keeping the overall solution cost-effective.

The canopy consists of 10 double-layer ETFE cushions, each approx. 2.38 m wide and up to 31 m long. The lower layer is transparent, while the top layer includes a silver print that provides shading from direct sunlight. This combination allows natural daylight to filter through while improving thermal comfort below.

Lightweight Solution with Reduced Steel Demand

Transparent lower layer with silver-printed top layer for shading, designed to maximize daylight while reducing heat gain.

ETFE’s low weight helped reduce the amount of steel required for the supporting structure. Vector Foiltec Asia Pacific was responsible for the design, supply, fabrication and installation of both the ETFE canopy and its supporting steelwork. The result is a structure that is efficient, durable and visually light.

Connecting the Development

The canopy helps link the residential, commercial and retail parts of One Holland Village into one cohesive destination. By providing protection from both sun and rain, it supports daily use of the shared spaces and reinforces the role of the development as a neighborhood meeting place.