Pan Pacific Orchard: A Crown Jewel in Global Skyscraper and Architectural Design

The Pan Pacific Orchard, a 23-storey hotel in Singapore’s bustling Orchard Road, has garnered global acclaim, securing two prestigious titles:

1. World’s Best New Skyscraper (2024) – Awarded by the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH).
2. World Selection Title at UNESCO’s Prix Versailles (2024) – Recognizing it as one of the 16 most beautiful new hotels globally.

These accolades highlight the hotel’s architectural brilliance, sustainability, and integration of nature into urban spaces.

Innovative Design by WOHA Architects

Designed by Singapore-based WOHA Architects, Pan Pacific Orchard exemplifies modern vertical urbanism:

• Striking Jenga-like Structure: Four uniquely themed sky terraces — Forest, Beach, Garden, and Cloud — create a dynamic and interactive experience.
• Sustainability at its Core: Awarded Singapore’s Green Mark Platinum Award (2020) for adhering to top environmental standards.
• Nature Integration: Over 200% greenery replacement, with terraces featuring cascading waterfalls, meandering pools, and event spaces high above the city.

CTBUH Awards: Celebrating Vertical Excellence

At the CTBUH Conference held across London and Paris in September 2024, Pan Pacific Orchard received multiple accolades:

• World’s Best New Skyscraper
• Best Tall Building (100-199m)

CTBUH CEO Javier Quintana de Una praised the hotel for its responsible urban design, emphasizing its seamless integration of greenery with Singapore’s urban fabric.

Prix Versailles: A Global Benchmark for Beauty and Sustainability

The Prix Versailles, held at UNESCO’s Paris headquarters, recognized Pan Pacific Orchard in its World Selection Title for hotels. Competing against projects like South Korea’s Hanok Heritage House and Bahrain’s Raffles Al Areen Palace, the hotel stood out for its:

• Innovative Design: Creativity and respect for local heritage.
• Ecological Efficiency: Adherence to sustainable practices.

Singapore’s Architectural Achievements

Pan Pacific Orchard’s awards join a growing list of global accolades for Singaporean architecture:

• Changi Airport Terminal 2: Special prize for interior design in the Airports category at Prix Versailles.
• NTU’s Gaia Building: Named World’s Most Beautiful Campus, showcasing Asia’s largest wooden structure.

These recognitions reinforce Singapore’s position as a leader in sustainable and innovative architecture.

A Future of Green Urbanism

Opened in June 2023, Pan Pacific Orchard is more than a luxury hotel; it’s a blueprint for the future of urban living. By seamlessly merging sustainability with world-class design, it caters to both the modern traveler and the aspirations of a greener, more integrated cityscape.

As the flagship property of Pan Pacific Hotels Group, it embodies a commitment to redefining hospitality through bold architectural innovation.

Stay tuned for more updates on Singapore’s architectural marvels and global accolades!