Michelle Gouw
Architecture MArch
Singapore University of Technology and Design
Specialisms: Architecture / Sustainable Design / Design for Social Good
Location: Singapore, Singapore
Michelle Gouw
First Name: Michelle
Last Name: Gouw
Specialisms: Architecture / Sustainable Design / Design for Social Good
Sectors: Product / Architecture / Interiors / Product / Architecture / Interiors / Product / Architecture / Interiors
My Location: Singapore, Singapore
University / College: Singapore University of Technology and Design
Course / Program Title: Architecture MArch
About
Michelle is an aspiring designer, born in Jakarta based in Singapore with strong passion in architecture, urban design and arts. She is a highly motivated team-player, passionate in learning, and adaptable. Her experience working in both local and international firms has developed her design sensibility for projects ranging in scale and typology. She also enjoys sketching, going to museums, and photography. She believes that architecture should shape a sustainable future for human and environments.
MOVING CAPITALS : REDEFINING URBAN HABITATS
In the recent case of Jakarta’s condition prone to sinking due to climate change and rising sea levels, the official government decides to move its central government to East Kalimantan. The building of the new capital might have significant environmental and social impacts on Borneo. In response, new building typology for the new capital aims to minimize the negative ecological impact of the development. The compact urban fabric, with a minimal building footprint allow the ecosystem of Kalimantan to remain intact as much as possible. As such, the vision for the new capital aims to redefine sustainable urban architecture for Indonesia and beyond. With a bold architectural proposal to the site, the urban hubs are visioned to be “hovering” city above the tropical forest of Kalimantan. The building slabs is elevated 30-50m from ground level, supported by compact building core and slender stilts branching out following the context terrain. The urban developments are designed to promote food production and renewable energy offset through the architectural features. The city module promotes walkability and community resilience in the heart of Borneo.