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International Minds: Darryl Lee

The city state of Singapore has one of the highest costs of living in the world, and real estate lots limited in size. So it comes as no surprise that the market in Singapore is highly competitive. Top quality, presentability and sustainability are big issues. RECKLI’s partner Darryl Lee is following big developments towards innovative and more efficient construction methods, which are supported by the government.

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What charaterizes a typical façade?

Darryl Lee

Modern and contemporary designs, which are often implemented with concrete elements, glass and aluminum. Façades were traditionally designed more functional rather than aesthetic. The trend is now slowly changing, and we are seeing architects discovering and exploiting new design possibilities with each project.

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What types of structures are RECKLI formliners predominantly used for?

Darryl Lee

In Singapore these are residential buildings in particular, but also business and industrial buildings. Public institutions and infrastructure account for a small proportion. For freestanding houses and bungalows, our 2/163 Fraser concrete pattern is very popular. Architects also like to use our standard patterns for high-rises.

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Do you have a favorite project?

Darryl Lee

The private house at 19 Sunset Place, designed by ipli Architects in Singapore. The owner wanted to add an extension to the house, but the existing building was to be retained. The architect designed a concrete shell that extends over the entire existing building. This shell was designed using our formliners, including in parts of the interior.

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What are the challenges of working with architectural concrete?

Darryl Lee

The market is very cost-oriented, but simultaneously has high requirements in terms of quality. When working with subcontractors and precast plants, the budget pressure is inescapable.