Lighting in Design Q3 2024

columns extend from the ground floor, forming multiple atriums inspired by nature and its elements. Borrowing from contemporary hotel hospitality, BOIFFILS Architectures humanised the check-in process, making it quick and efficient. The open floorplan positions the automated check-in kiosks and baggage drop belts as uniquely shaped and positioned islands rather than as traditionally linear counters. “The islands were designed as an alternative to the traditional frontal approach, and the idea was to make the hall as panoramic and open as possible, with smooth circulation,” explains Basile. “Travel in the 21 st century is filled with stressful moments - from check-in to security lines and immigration - and we wanted to provide extensive transparency to enable views of the steps ahead to reduce anxiety derived from the unknown and Looking up, BOIFFILS Architectures designed a complex ceiling structure in the Departure Hall to conceal a world of its own, where a network of essential catwalks provides access to many mechanical systems. Developed through parametric design, they created an intricately baffled ceiling composed of aluminium blades, with each fin forming a double-curved configuration that arches and twists to fulfil its function. “The ceiling is designed to conceal every little detail, including sprinklers, security cameras, and floor lights that are tucked between the baffles, almost unnoticeable to the eye,” explains Jacqueline Boiffils. “Most of the elements that we created are partially or completely invisible, which was a conscious effort on our part to remove the impression of an airport as being a cold and engineered space.” The nearly invisible lighting, designed in collaboration with French lighting design consultant Ph A Concepteurs Lumière, combined with the unfamiliarity with the airport.” Between earth and sky

choice of semi-polished flooring, infuses a far more soothing and serene vibe into the atmosphere than that experienced in traditional airports. Accordingly, noise levels are noticeably lower. As an agency that has embraced nature in its DNA since its founding, additional lighting was designed to provide all of the necessary illumination required by indoor vegetation, all custom-designed according to the optimal requirements of each species to ensure long-term sustainability. “Beyond just attempting to put forth an eco friendly project, our focus was really on creating a calming environment for travelers,” notes Basile. “And, in doing so, it has become a benchmark for this type of ecological design.” A dialogue between technology and nature Continuing to offer travellers new experiences, BOIFFILS Architectures created two spaces where nature and technology are intimately intertwined, inviting multimedia studio Moment Factory to collaborate on the creations. Travellers will be able to experience Singapore’s

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LiD Q3 - 2024