A DAY TO REMEMBER: Suntec City

Unique Architecture blending of East and West.

Four towers-fingers of Suntec City

Following Chinese fengshui beliefs, the architectural layout of Suntec City is built in the formation of a left hand with the five buildings as the fingers, circular fountain as the palm and the convention centre as the wrist. The central water feature represents a ring-signet placed firmly in the middle of the palm. Even the small fountain in the centre has twelve spokes, each representing the twelve Chinese horoscopes.

left hand: 1 wrist, 5 fingers & 1 golden ring

Also the architecture is based on the centuries-old concept of the mandala. The mandala, as used in old South Asian architecture, helps 'believers' visualize the universe and their place in it, often in relation to a specific deity found in the centre of the image. The influence of the mandala, which often times feature a circular centrepiece (symbolising a sacred centre), is showcased as Suntec City's central water feature. The combination of fengshui and the use of the mandala make up the distinctive Asian cultual quality as expressed through the architecture of Suntec City.

Yet the buildings are built with modern materials of steel, concrete and glass. The windows are structured along straight lines and the building itself is largely unadorned. Coupled with the large window panes that allow a two-way visibility, the five towers are truly modernist. Moreover the five towers are commercial buildings with offices and retail shops. While some have likened the five buildings to the five elements of feng shui (Gold, Water, Fire, Wood and Metal), it is clear that the rational workings of modernity is not ignored.

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A warm, enticing invitation.

According to fengshui, the Fountain of Wealth is a circle symbolising perfection and unity; also Suntec City is located in an area that is believed to bring much luck and success. Since good things ought to be shared, the general public are encouraged to walk around the central water feature in a fixed direction with one hand outstretched towards the water. Before leaving, throw coins into the water for good luck! It is believed that one's provisions in life will increase, hence resulting in a prosperous life!