The Alps Residences

Residential (Completed)

Development Company Name: MCC LAND (TAMPINES) PTE. LTD.

Company Name: MCC Singapore

(Expected) TOP Date: September 27, 2019

Architect: Group8Asia and AGA Architects

Main Contractor: MCC Singapore

Category: Condo

Type of Area: Strata

Number of Units: 626

General Description

The Alps Residences is a Swiss Alps-inspired 626-unit condominium at Tampines Street 86. The nine residential towers of The Alps Residences artfully encircle the 50m Lap Pool like a mountain range surrounding a lake – a postcard view characteristic of the Alpine landscape. The varying heights of the residential towers seek to mimic the iconic silhouette of the majestic Swiss Alps. Balconies with snowcap design motif are randomly littered across the facade. The Alpine design theme also permeates the facilities’ design and lush landscaping of the common areas is punctuated by conifers and other temperate varieties.

The Alps Residences is near the Tampines Regional Centre which includes shopping malls such as Tampines Mall, Tampines 1 and Century Square, as well as Our Tampines Hub which is Singapore’s first-ever integrated community and lifestyle hub. Also within close proximity are Tampines Bus Interchange, Tampines MRT Interchange, Jewel Changi Airport, Bedok Reservoir Park, Tampines Eco Green, Changi Business Park and Changi General Hospital. Schools within 1km from The Alps Residences include Poi Ching School, St Hilda’s Primary and Secondary, Junyuan Secondary, Springfield Secondary, Temasek Polytechnic and UWCSEA (East Campus).

LANDSCAPE EXCELLENCE

Landscape Aesthetic Values

A Switzerland-based architectural firm was engaged to create a unique condominium design with Alpine inflections. The nine residential towers of The Alps Residences artfully encircle the 50m Lap Pool like a mountain range surrounding a lake – a postcard view characteristic of the Alpine landscape. The varying heights of the residential towers seek to mimic the iconic silhouette of the majestic Swiss Alps. The lush landscaping of the common areas is punctuated by conifers and other temperate varieties; there is also a Pine Forest which recreates a temperate woodland ideal for strolls and social gatherings.

Social & Cultural Values

The Alps Residences is conceptualised and designed via a collaboration between AGA Architects and Switzerland-based Group8Asia, two award-winning firms recognised for their dynamic work and ability to inspire contemporary living. Drawing inspiration from Group8Asia’s Switzerland roots and to create unique yet functional habitat themes and home concepts, the development took on a Swiss theme characterised by luxury Alpine chalets and mountainous peaks. The Alps Residences’ architecture is reminiscent of the mountainous region it is named after, be it the cascading façade or gabled structures found across the development.

Liveability & Wellness

The Alpine design theme permeates the facilities’ design. The poolside Floating Pavilions as well as clubhouse which houses the Function Room and Sauna & Changing Room feature the signature gabled design reminiscent of luxury Swiss chalets. The Alps Residences has a total of 30 facilities which include Children’s Swimming Pool, BBQ Pavilion, Jacuzzi, Gym, Floral Alley, Spring Garden, Summer Garden, Jogging Path, Fitness Corner and Community Gardening. In addition, six towers will have Roof Terraces which provide elevated green spaces for recreation. There are also underground car parking lots as well as 104 bicycle parking lots. In addition, there are two shops of approximately 680 sq ft each.

Green & Blue Proportion of each type of use

Built-up: 56446.16 sqft (33.49%)

Green/Water cover: 69082.56 sqft (40.98%)

Others (Hardscape, pavement, road): 43038.20 sqft (25.53%)

Green Plot Ratio: 5.7