The structure is designed by the award-winning Heatherwick Studio, which is based in London and designed The Hive at Nanyang Technological University. It is also working on Changi Airport’s fifth terminal.
Besides more retail, dining and entertainment options as well as two new hotels with 700 rooms, RWS’ waterfront development will include an “immersive, experiential mountain trail”.
The scenic climb to an 88m summit highlights the beauty of nature, the resort said.
“At the peak, visitors will be rewarded with sweeping, breathtaking views of Singapore’s central business district from the south, as well as the Greater Southern Waterfront, Sentosa and beyond,” said RWS.
A path called the Sunset Trail leads back to the waterfront promenade. Visitors will pass through areas designed to show the harmony between humans, nature and technology.
The details were announced as RWS held a groundbreaking ceremony for the waterfront development.
RWS chief executive officer Tan Hee Teck said the development underscores the company’s steadfast commitment to bolstering Singapore’s identity as a premier global lifestyle destination.
Minister of State for Trade and Industry Alvin Tan said it is an exciting new addition to Singapore’s vibrant tourism landscape.
“I look forward to its completion and the unique experiences it will offer to both international and local visitors,” he said.
