Holistic sustainability
Our supergreen® approach is collaborative, visionary and uncompromising in craft. It integrates environmental, social and eco-nomic sustainability into a holistic design philosophy that goes beyond conventional green building standards, balancing anthropocentric and planetary needs. We continuously push innovation further, creating architecture that is fit for tomorrow while improving today.
Key priorities
Holistic Sustainability
balancing environmental, social, economic and cultural values.
Integrated Thinking
bringing together architecture, engineering and environmental intelligence from the outset.
Regenerative Impact
creating buildings that give back to people, cities and nature.
Human Wellbeing
designing places that support health, community and quality of life.
Enduring Beauty
creating architecture whose lasting relevance is rooted in exceptional design.
Principles
Balancing performance, beauty and responsibility
Zero Carbon
Minimizing pollutant emissions in both construction and operation is imperative. Beyond reducing material consumption, the shift toward low-carbon materials, circular economies (cradle-to-cradle) and a reliance on 100% renewable energy defines a future-ready architectural approach.
Replacement
Urban expansion reduces biocapacity. Singapore’s 100% Greenery Replacement Area policy mandates compensating lost green space. Marina One, a high-rise complex, exemplifies this approach: structured around “The Green Heart,” its Sky Gardens return 125% of the original green footprint to the city.
Greenery
Green spaces are not ornamental – they are performative. Green roofs and façades regulate urban microclimates, absorb CO2, mitigate noise, support biodiversity, and manage rainwater.
Community
Architecture can cultivate belonging. A community garden in Munich, a public lawn at Kö-Bogen II in Düsseldorf and the expansive terrace at the Oeconomicum demonstrate how inclusive spatial design encourages interaction, engagement and social sustainability.
Resilience
Buildings and cities must embody resilience, adapting to disruptions without compromising functionality. This principle is rede-fining urban planning, where robustness and flexibility are as crucial as aesthetics.
Health
Prioritising health: high-efficiency ventilation, fresh air circulation and operable windows – even in high-rises – redefine indoor well-being. Low-emission materials contribute to both environmental sustainability and occupant well-being
Public Space
Genuine urban generosity means designing beyond private boundaries. Elevating 1 Bligh’s tower in Sydney, unlocked the entire ground plane for public use – challenging conventional high-rise typologies and redefining accessibility in high-density environments.
Inclusion
Architecture should serve all. Barrier-free design, pedestrian-friendly streets and spaces free from consumer pressure create environments that prioritize accessibility, safety and social participation.
Projects
See how supergreen® works in real-world projects
