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Gaia, a university in Singapore named after the Greek Earth Goddess, is not just an architectural structure but also an advanced engineering masterpiece, combining the creative talents of Toyo Ito & Associates, Architects, and Raglan Squire & Partners.
Every detail of Gaia is a refined blend of modern ideas and cultural heritage. This unique design is not only a place where NTU students, faculty, and staff connect and collaborate but also an endless source of inspiration for current and future generations.
Sustainable architectural strategies at Gaia University, designed by Toyo Ito & Associates and Raglan Squire & Partners:
- Gaia is a 6-story wooden building with teaching spaces from the 1st to the 3rd floor, a research center on the 4th floor, faculty offices from the 5th to the 6th floor, an underground parking garage, and a one-story M&E auxiliary block at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) on Nanyang Drive.
- The entire building is approximately 220 meters long, featuring a simple yet effective modular engineered timber (MET) frame system. The MET components can be prefabricated in a factory and assembled on-site, reducing construction time and required labor.
- As a material with a highly renewable origin, the use of MET contributes positively to environmental sustainability. Additionally, its high ratio, strength, and lightweight nature make it easier to handle compared to steel and concrete.
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