Since completion, Touching Eden House has amassed both local and international accolades. Aside from winning a Merit Award at the Singapore Institute of Architects Architectural Design Awards 2024, it is also the first house in Singapore to receive a prize at the World Architecture Festival 2024 (Completed Building – House and Villa, Rural/ Coastal category).
“We were surprised that the house was shortlisted in the Rural/Coastal category. Fearing a mistake, we immediately informed the organiser that we had submitted under the Urban category,” shared Robin. The jury confirmed the category was correct.
“At that moment, we looked at one another and couldn’t be happier. It meant our vision had been realised,” said Robin. “We competed against houses in stunning rural and coastal landscapes worldwide. This house is just five minutes from the city centre, yet we had successfully convinced the jury that ‘rural’ is not just a geographical term, but a concept that can be intentionally created.”
He continued: “With the right approach and sensitive design, a rural experience can exist anywhere. It all started with a simple idea, not just to admire nature, but also to be a part of it. And in doing so, we didn’t just build a house, we expanded a forest.”
