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Marina One is a mixed-use development bounded by Marina Way and Straits View in Marina South located within the Downtown Core of the city-state of Singapore.

Key Information

Designed by Christoph Ingenhoven, Marina One covers a total gross floor area of approximately 3.67 million square feet. It includes two 34-storey residential towers, two 30-storey prime grade A office towers and a retail podium named 'The Heart', featuring lush greenery and landscaping by Gustafson Porter and ICN Design. Both were landscape architects behind Singapore's Gardens by the Bay, also located in Marina South.[1]

It was developed by M+S Pte Ltd, a 60:40 joint venture between Investment fund Khazanah National and Singapore's investment company Temasek Holdings. Wholly owned subsidiaries of the two funds - Mapletree Investments and UEM Sunrise were appointed project managers.[2]

The development broke ground on 11 July 2012 followed by the unveiling of Marina One's architectural design on 19 February 2013. It was inaugurated on 15 January 2018.[3]

History

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Marina One was designed by Ingenhoven Architects. A Korean consortium of Hyundai Engineering & Construction and GS Engineering and Construction were appointed main contractors for on 5 September 2013.[4]

Other companies involved include Architects61, Beca Carter Hollings & Ferner, Langdon & Seah, Gustafson Porter, ICN Design and Arup.[5]

Unveiling ceremony

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The design of Marina One was unveiled on 19 February 2013.[6]

At the ceremony, the project was described as "an iconic building" which would be positioned "in an unprecedented scale on the world map as a new financial centre."[7]

Groundbreaking ceremony

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Members of the M+S Board broke ground on Marina One on 11 July 2012. Speaking at the ceremony, the chairman of M+S revealed that the development would "define new standards of luxury urban living in Singapore, creating a benchmark for international excellence in design and sustainability" in line with the Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) long-term vision for Marina South as a growth area in establishing a global business and financial hub.[8]

Green Heart

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An estimated net floor area of 140,000 square feet retail podium in the centre of Marina One offers gastronomic and lifestyle options. The centerpiece of Green Heart will be a biodiversity garden designed and developed by Kathryn Gustafson of Gustafson Porter + Bowman. The Heart was envisaged by Christoph Ingenhoven as a sanctuary and a green civic space for communities to come together at the heart of Singapore's CBD.[9] It will feature an array of lush greenery at the centre of the development comprising waterfalls and rooftop gardens.[10]

Marina One was set to bring Singapore's 'City in a Garden' concept with a unique garden ecosystem within the development, providing a sanctuary and green space for communities amid the hustle and bustle of the CBD.[11]

Marina One Residences

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Marina One Residences is the residential component of Marina One totalling an estimated 1.23 million square feet and comprises 1,042 apartment units over two 34-storey residential towers. The units range from one to four bedroom units and penthouses.[12]

Marina One Residences feature a 65,000 sq. ft "Green Heart" enclave that features a 50m lap pool, a gymnasium, private dining rooms, and Teppanyaki terrances.

Marina One Offices

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Marina One Offices comprises two 30-storey prime Grade A commercial towers, Marina One East Tower and Marina One West Tower, with an estimated net floor area of 1.88 million square feet.

Located in Marina South, the commercial tower features two high-density 100,000 square feet net floor plates – the largest in Asia. Current tenants include Prudential, MUFG Bank and PwC Singapore.[7]

Marina One Retail

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Restaurant and retail tenants at Marina One include

Awards

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Marina One has received three awards at the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2012 for Best High Rise Architecture, Best Mixed-use Architecture and Best Mixed-use Development.[13][14]

The development also received recognition for its sustainable and environmentally friendly design:[15]

  • BCA Green Mark Platinum Rating for Marina One Residences
  • BCA Green Mark Platinum Rating for Marina One East Tower and Marina One West Tower
  • LEED Platinum pre-certified for Marina One East Tower and Marina One West Tower[16]

Other awards include:

  • FIABCI World Prix d'Excellence Awards 2020 – World Gold Winner of the Sustainable Development Category
  • FIABCI-Singapore – Singapore Property Awards 2018 – Winner, Sustainable Development Category
  • Singapore Excellence Awards 2018 – Marina One Residences, Top Development Excellence
  • MIPIM Awards 2018 – Best Innovative Green Building
  • CTBUH Awards 2018 – Award of Excellence, Best Tall Building Asia & Australasia
  • LEED Platinum certified – Marina One East and West Tower
  • Gold Award for Commercial and Industrial Landscape at the Singapore Landscape Architecture Awards 2019 SLAA 2019

M+S awards

  • EdgeProp Singapore Excellence Awards 2018 – M+S Pte. Ltd., Top Developer

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from Grokipedia
Marina One is a high-density, in the Marina Bay Central Business District of , comprising four interconnected high-rise towers that house residential apartments, premium office spaces, and retail outlets, all centered around an expansive public green oasis known as the Green Heart. Completed in 2017 with a total gross exceeding 400,000 square meters, the complex rises to a height of 225.5 meters across its tallest structures, featuring 34 stories above ground and integrating elements such as diverse tropical landscaping and energy-efficient systems. Developed by M+S Pte Ltd—a owned 60% by Malaysia's Berhad and 40% by Singapore's —the project was designed by German firm ingenhoven architects in collaboration with local firm Architects 61, emphasizing biophilic architecture to create a " within a " that enhances urban livability in one of Asia's most dynamic financial hubs. Marina One has earned top sustainability certifications, including Platinum and Green Mark Platinum, for its innovative environmental features like the 37,000-square-meter Green Heart, which serves as the largest public landscaped area in the district and promotes with native tropical .

Development and History

Planning and Acquisition

The development of Marina One originated from a landmark land swap agreement between and in 2010, which facilitated the allocation of prime sites in Singapore's Marina South precinct to support bilateral economic ties. This arrangement paved the way for the strategic involvement of Malaysian and Singaporean sovereign wealth funds in urban projects within Singapore's expanding (CBD). On June 27, 2011, M+S Pte Ltd was established as a company, with Malaysia's Berhad holding a 60% stake and Singapore's owning the remaining 40%. This entity was specifically formed to oversee the development of the acquired sites, including four adjacent land parcels in Marina South totaling 26,200 square meters (or 2.62 hectares). The parcels were secured through the government land allocation process tied to the 2010 swap, enabling a cohesive mixed-use project without a traditional public tender. The initial vision for Marina One aligned with Singapore's "City in a Garden" initiative, aiming to integrate lush greenery and into high-density urban environments within the emerging Marina South extension of the CBD. This approach emphasized a seamless blend of residential, , and retail spaces to foster live-work-play connectivity. The project was planned with an estimated total gross floor area (GFA) of approximately 400,000 square meters, accommodating diverse components while prioritizing environmental harmony.

Key Milestones and Ceremonies

The groundbreaking for Marina One occurred on July 11, 2012, marking the official start of construction for the in 's Marina Bay area. On February 19, 2013, the project's design was unveiled during a high-profile attended by Malaysian Dato' Sri Mohammad Najib Tun Abdul Razak and , highlighting the collaborative efforts between the two nations' investment arms in the . The topping-out milestone was achieved on July 11, 2016, signifying the structural completion of the four towers that form the core of the complex. Construction wrapped up in late 2017, with the project receiving its temporary occupation permit around that time, enabling phased occupancy to begin in 2018. The official opening took place on January 15, 2018, officiated by , ushering in full operations for the residential, office, and retail components.

Developers and Architects

The lead architect for Marina One was the German firm ingenhoven associates (formerly ingenhoven architects), headed by Christoph Ingenhoven, which won an international design competition in 2011 for the project in collaboration with local firm Architects 61. The firm's approach emphasized sustainable, integrated , drawing on Ingenhoven's expertise in creating "supergreen" environments that blend with nature. The was handled by Gustafson Porter + Bowman, a London-based firm, which designed the central Green Heart as a multi-level, terraced garden oasis spanning 37,000 square meters and incorporating over 350 different types of trees and plants to foster in a high-density urban setting. Structural and (MEP) engineering were provided by Beca Carter Hollings & Ferner (now Beca), a multidisciplinary firm with offices in , ensuring the complex's innovative form—featuring curved facades and sky gardens—met rigorous performance standards for stability and efficiency. Arup served as facade consultant, contributing to the towers' advanced cladding systems. The main contractor was a between Hyundai Engineering & Construction and GS Engineering & Construction, appointed in 2013 to oversee the 400,000-square-meter development's construction across its four towers—two 34-storey residential structures reaching approximately 145 meters and two 30-storey office towers at approximately 226 meters—unified by a podium base that houses retail and communal spaces. The project was developed by a between Singapore's and Malaysia's Berhad.

Architecture and Features

Overall Design Concept

Marina One's overall design concept revolves around a compact clustered arrangement of four towers of varying heights—two residential towers at 145 meters and two office towers at 229 meters—encircling a central to optimize green space utilization and foster control within Singapore's dense urban fabric. This layout channels through strategic openings between the towers, enhancing natural ventilation and reducing reliance on mechanical cooling in the . The configuration draws inspiration from a "plant-covered mountain," promoting and urban harmony by integrating lush landscapes that mitigate heat island effects. Central to this vision is the "supergreen" philosophy, which embeds vertical and horizontal greenery across the site, including sky gardens and cascading planters that cool the surrounding air and support . The elevated podium, rising above street level, accommodates retail and public spaces while facilitating seamless pedestrian flow from adjacent urban paths to the core green area, known briefly as the Green Heart. This raised base preserves ground-level for vehicular and utility access, ensuring the development integrates fluidly with Marina Bay's street network without disrupting daily movement. The facade design incorporates iconic louvers and external solar screening systems, tailored for tropical conditions to minimize solar heat gain and while allowing ample daylight penetration. These elements, combined with high-performance glazing, contribute to energy efficiency by shading interiors and promoting . Furthermore, the total built form steps back progressively from the site's boundaries, respecting neighboring low-rise residential and vibrant neighborhood contexts to the east and north, thereby softening the development's scale and enhancing contextual sensitivity. This retreating profile not only preserves views and light access for adjacent areas but also reinforces Marina One's role as a sustainable urban anchor.

Green Heart

The Green Heart at Marina One is a multi-level sky garden that serves as the development's central public green space, spanning approximately 37,000 square meters across three levels and incorporating elements of a vertical . Designed by landscape architects Gustafson Porter + Bowman in with ingenhoven architects, it features lush tropical , including over 350 species such as canopy trees, undergrowth, and creepers, arranged to mimic an urban montane rainforest profile with terraced layers inspired by Asian paddy fields. Water features, including a three-storey and vertical strands of water cascading into a large , enhance the immersive environment, while elevated wooden walkways and a winding ramp provide pathways for visitors to navigate the levels, fostering visual and physical connections through the vegetation. Ecologically, the Green Heart functions as a vertical that cools the surrounding by up to 2°C through from its dense planting of over 160,000 trees and plants, including 700 mature trees, thereby improving airflow and in the urban setting. is supported through the inclusion of native Singaporean species that attract insects and , with irrigation systems fed by to sustain the sustainably. This design not only enhances local wildlife habitats but also contributes to the overall greenspace equivalent of 1.25 times the site's original footprint, amplifying the natural coverage in Singapore's dense . Publicly accessible, the Green Heart connects directly to Marina Station Square and Central Linear Park, allowing seamless integration with surrounding green corridors and facilitating entry for residents, workers, and visitors via multiple ground-level entrances. It operates as a versatile urban oasis and event space, hosting community gatherings, exhibitions, and recreational activities within its verdant confines, providing a tranquil retreat amid the high-density .

Sustainability Integration

Marina One's sustainability integration is exemplified by its achievement of Platinum certification from the U.S. Council and BCA Green Mark Platinum certification from Singapore's Building and Construction Authority, marking it as a benchmark for high-density urban developments in . These certifications recognize the project's comprehensive approach to , , and material efficiency, ensuring minimal environmental impact across its mixed-use components. The development incorporates advanced energy-efficient systems to optimize performance in Singapore's . Photovoltaic panels on the rooftops generate , while high-performance glazing combined with external sun-shading reduces solar heat gain by approximately 24%, lowering overall energy demands. Natural ventilation is facilitated through strategic building orientation, air wells, and slots that promote , contributing to a 20% reduction in cooling load and a 33% decrease in total energy consumption compared to baseline standards. Additional features include regenerative lift braking, LED lighting with motion sensors, and advanced air handling units to further minimize operational energy use. Water management strategies emphasize conservation and reuse to address Singapore's resource constraints. A rainwater harvesting system collects water from roofs, terraces, and facades for purposes, supplemented by —Singapore's centrally treated recycled water—for non-potable uses like flushing. These measures significantly reduce reliance on municipal potable water supplies, aligning with the project's green certifications. Waste reduction is supported by on-site facilities designed for efficient handling and . The development features a Pneumatic Refuse Conveyance System (PRCS) that streamlines the collection and segregation of recyclables, including dedicated bins for e-waste such as electronics. This infrastructure promotes circular practices by diverting materials from landfills and encouraging tenant participation in sustainable disposal. Integration with the Green Heart enhances benefits, providing shaded pathways through terraced gardens and wooden walkways that lower ambient temperatures by up to 1.5°C via evaporative cooling and vegetation. charging stations are incorporated to support low-emission mobility, further embedding into daily operations.

Mixed-Use Components

Residences

Marina One Residences consists of two 34-storey towers located at 21 and 23 Marina Way in Singapore's Marina Bay precinct, offering a total of 1,042 luxury units ranging from 1- to 4-bedroom apartments to penthouses. The development operates on a 99-year leasehold tenure commencing from 1 July 2011, with unit sizes spanning approximately 689 to 7,244 square feet to accommodate diverse resident needs. Residents enjoy an array of premium amenities designed for wellness and , including a 50-metre lap pool, a 200-square-metre gymnasium, a clubhouse with services, and sky gardens integrated into the tower levels. Additional facilities encompass a , aqua , , steam room, private dining areas, and terraces, all oriented to provide unobstructed views of the adjacent Green Heart garden. The interiors feature high-end fittings such as bathroom fixtures, appliances, and Poggenpohl kitchen cabinetry, complemented by smart home systems for enhanced convenience. Handover of units commenced in phases from August 2018, allowing residents to settle into homes that seamlessly blend urban luxury with natural surroundings.

Offices

Marina One features two Grade-A office towers, designated as the East Tower at 7 Straits View and the at 9 Straits View, each rising 30 storeys and connected via sky bridges on upper levels. The towers provide a total net lettable area of approximately 175,000 square metres (1.88 million square feet), accommodating workspaces for up to 25,000 people across flexible, column-free floor plates. Typical floor plates measure 34,000 to 40,000 square feet, expanding to around 100,000 square feet on high-density upper floors (levels 28 and 29) where the towers merge, enabling efficient subdivision for various tenant needs. These spaces incorporate 3-metre clear floor-to-ceiling heights (up to 3.8 metres on select floors), promoting open, adaptable layouts with knock-out panels for inter-floor connectivity and panoramic views of Marina Bay. Additional amenities include direct access to the central Green Heart park, rooftop gardens for outdoor terraces, and elements like optimised airflow through sky gardens. Key occupants span multinational corporations and financial institutions, with notable tenants including , Meta (formerly , occupying 260,000 square feet across four levels), Julius Baer (headquartered in the East Tower since 2018), and consultancies such as . Other major lessees encompass (450,000 square feet across 18 floors), MUFG, Grab, and Daiwa Capital Markets. Since the towers' opening in 2017-2018, leasing has shown robust trends, starting at around 60-70% pre-commitment and facing initial vacancy pressures as new CBD supply amid post-pandemic recovery. By 2025, occupancy has strengthened significantly, driven by flight-to-quality demand, with recent deals including Singlife's 73,000-square-foot relocation, Murex's entry, and Bank of New York Mellon's 53,000-square-foot lease, contributing to the Marina Bay precinct's overall rate of 94.7%.

Retail

The Heart serves as the retail podium of Marina One, encompassing approximately 140,000 square feet of space dedicated to shopping, food and beverage outlets, and lifestyle services. This multi-level component integrates seamlessly with the surrounding development, providing a vibrant commercial hub that caters to diverse needs through a mix of convenience stores, dining options, and wellness facilities. Key tenants in The Heart include everyday essentials providers such as for quick retail purchases, alongside cafes like 88 Café offering casual dining experiences. Beauty and personal care services are represented by outlets like Air Salon, while supermarkets such as Cold Storage supply groceries and household items to the community. Upscale dining venues add variety for more refined meals. The podium features a multi-level layout, with Basement 2 primarily hosting food and beverage establishments and supermarkets, and Level 1 accommodating larger retail units and shops. Event spaces within the design facilitate community gatherings and promotions, enhancing the interactive visitor experience, while direct pedestrian links connect to the Green Heart for easy public access. Targeted at office workers, residents, and tourists, The Heart emphasizes convenience and variety, creating a self-contained that supports daily routines and activities without venturing far from Marina Bay. The retail component opened in early 2018 as part of Marina One's phased rollout, with tenants moving in progressively to establish full operations by mid-year.

Recognition and Impact

Awards

Marina One has received numerous accolades for its innovative and integration of green spaces within a high-density urban development. In 2018, the project achieved Platinum certification under the LEED 2009 for Core and Shell rating system, earning 81 points for its energy-efficient features, , and indoor environmental quality enhancements for the office towers. Similarly, in 2018, it was awarded BCA Green Mark Platinum certification at the district level by Singapore's Building and Construction Authority, recognizing excellence in environmental management, resource efficiency, and overall performance for both the commercial and residential components. The development also garnered international recognition through the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) Awards in 2018, receiving an Award of Excellence in the Best Tall Building by Region category for Asia and Australasia, highlighting its role in advancing sustainable high-rise urbanism. Additionally, Marina One won the Best Innovative Green Building at the 2018 MIPIM Awards, an international platform celebrating property innovation, for its mixed-use approach to . In 2020, it received the FIABCI World Prix d'Excellence Gold Award in the category. These awards underscore Marina One's influence on Singapore's standards, serving as a benchmark for integrating and energy-efficient systems in dense urban environments, thereby encouraging developers to prioritize district-scale in future projects.

Environmental and Urban Impact

Marina One plays a pivotal role in advancing Singapore's "Garden City" vision, originally conceived by the (URA) to integrate lush greenery into high-density urban environments. By incorporating over 37,000 square meters of landscaped areas, including sky gardens and vertical greenery across its towers, the development exemplifies high-density greening that expands green coverage by 125% of the site footprint, fostering a amid the constraints of a tropical metropolis. Economically, Marina One has bolstered the Marina Bay Central Business District (CBD) by providing 1,042 luxury residences and approximately 226,000 square meters of Grade-A office space, drawing in global firms such as PwC, Julius Baer, BP Global, and Mitsubishi Corporation as anchor tenants. This influx has enhanced the area's appeal as a premier financial hub, supporting workspace for up to 25,000 professionals and contributing to the expansion of Singapore's extended CBD on reclaimed land, with pre-commitments exceeding 500,000 square feet as of mid-2016 signaling strong market viability. The public Green Heart serves as a vital community hub, featuring over 350 plant species and 700 trees that promote and resident wellness through shaded pathways, cooling microclimates, and recreational spaces accessible to both occupants and the broader public. This central oasis encourages social interaction and , aligning with goals to enhance in dense settings. In addressing urban challenges, Marina One mitigates the heat island effect prevalent in Singapore's via its extensive greenery and optimized building orientation, which reduces heat gain and glare by up to 20%, while sky gardens further lower ambient temperatures and improve air quality. Looking ahead, Marina One's integrated model of mixed-use influences future developments in , setting a benchmark for high-density projects that balance economic vitality with , as evidenced by its Platinum certification and role in redefining urban greening standards.

Location and Accessibility

Site and Surroundings

Marina One is situated at 7-9 Straits View for its office towers and 21-23 Marina Way for the residential components, within the Marina South precinct of Singapore's . This strategic positioning places the development in a burgeoning area of reclaimed land along the waterfront, contributing to the expansion of the city's . The site is in close proximity to iconic landmarks, including a short walking distance to and , as well as approximately 2 kilometers from the financial hub of . Bordered by evolving urban elements, the development adjoins future mixed-use projects in Marina South and connects to the broader waterfront promenade, enhancing its integration into the neighborhood fabric. As part of the Urban Redevelopment Authority's (URA) Marina Bay master plan, Marina One embodies the vision for mixed-use growth established around 2011, when the joint-venture developer M+S Pte Ltd was formed to acquire and develop the key land parcels in Marina South. This initiative supports the transformation of the 360-hectare Marina Bay district into a vibrant, sustainable extension of Singapore's central business area. The orientation of the towers provides residents and occupants with panoramic vistas of Marina Bay, the surrounding sea, and the expansive city skyline, framing the development against the dynamic waterfront landscape. Marina One benefits from an extensive underground pedestrian network (UPN) that provides seamless, climate-controlled access to multiple Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) stations in Singapore's central business district. This network directly links the development to Downtown MRT station (DT17 on the Downtown Line), approximately 230 meters away, and Marina Bay MRT station (CE1 on the Circle Line), facilitating efficient public transit connections for residents, office workers, and visitors. Further extensions of the UPN enable access to Telok Ayer MRT station (DT19 on the Downtown Line), about 730 meters distant, and Raffles Place MRT station (NS26 on the North South Line), integrating four key MRT lines overall and enhancing regional mobility since the development's completion in 2017. Public bus services further support accessibility, with nearby stops including Straits View (opposite Downtown Station, stop 03579) and Central Boulevard (Downtown Station, stop 03511), served by multiple routes such as 10, , 57, 70M, 74, 77, 106, 502, 518, 531, and 700A. These stops are within a short walking distance, offering additional options for commuters arriving from various parts of . Sustainable mobility features are integrated into the development's design, including over 100 lots in Basement 3 to encourage , and 10 (EV) charging points in Basements 2 and 3, with five Type 2 chargers at the available 24/7 at a rate of $0.687 per kWh (as of ). The site's proximity to the Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL), now operational at Marina Bay station (TE20) since November 2022, supports low-emission travel, with key stations reachable in 5-10 minutes on foot. For drivers, Marina One integrates with regional expressways like the (AYE), providing convenient vehicular access to western while promoting multimodal transport options post-2017.

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