Portfolio
Landscape Architecture
2021-2024
Suzie Tee a collection of works in landscape architecture.
Hey,
/ Landscape Designer / Photographer / 3D Artist /
Suzie Tee is a landscape architect with a Bachelor’s degree from the National University of Singapore. She specializes in creating outdoor spaces that harmonize with their surroundings, seamlessly integrating natural beauty with functional aesthetics, and fostering biodiversity.
In addition to her landscape design expertise, Suzie is a professional 3D artist and photographer. She has worked on various residential and commercial architectural projects, producing marketing collateral such as images and animations. As a photographer, she excels in interior, product, portrait, and travel photography, delivering high-quality images for diverse purposes.
Contact
Phone: +65 8430 4108
Email: shuzie919@gmail.com
Instagram: @eet.eizus
Website: https://suzietee.myportfolio.com/about Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzie-tee/ Behance: https://www.behance.net/suzietee
Experience
SELF-EMPLOYED
06/21 - Present
THIS HUMID HOUSE
07/21 - 01/22
VMW GROUP
05/18 - 06/21
OKASHIMO
06/17 - 09/17
Education
2021 - 2024
2015 - 2018
Softwares
Autodesk
Suzie Tee
PHOTOGRAPHER (FREELANCE)
Specializing in interior, product, portrait, and travel photography, delivering high-quality images for real estate, e-commerce, marketing, and personal use.
LANDSCAPE DESIGNER (FREELANCE)
• Developed design proposals that included plant selection, layout plans, and 3D renderings to help clients better visualize the proposed designs.
• Supervised the planting of selected plants at construction sites, ensuring proper installation to design specifications.
3D DIGITAL ARTIST
• Develop 3D architectural scenes and environments in Lumion.
• Compose and render perspectives (images), animations and 360 panoramas/ VR.
• Assist in creating and executing art direction.
LANDSCAPE DESIGN INTERN
Involved in model making, using different materials and tools to provide visualization of different design projects. Exposed to various design inspirations and attained more knowledge in coordinate a project.
Languages
BACHELOR OF LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE (DISTINCTION)
DIPLOMA IN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE
Singapore Polytechnic
National University of Singapore / AutoCAD / / SketchUp / Rhino / Grasshopper / / Lumion / Twinmotion / / Photoshop / Illustrator / InDesign / Lightroom / / ArcGIS / QGIS / Procreate / Davinci Resolve / / Chinese / English / Cantonese / / Malay / Korean / Hokkien /
Works
01 02 03 04
CANBERRAYISHUN ZONE
Reimagine
Industrial Estate
CIVIC CANVAS
Landscape as Empowerment
SUNGEI ULU PANDAN CANAL
FITNESS FANATIC
Transforming Infrastructure Information Modelling
06 05 07 08
HOUSING A MEGACITY
Geospatial Analysis & Evaluation
DESIGN FOR LIFE
Conservation Plan for Endangered Species
SKETCHES/ MODELS
Sketches, Drawing & Physical Model
LANDSCAPE IMPLEMENTATION
Landscape Project Implementation
01
Canberra-Yishun Zone
Location: Canberra-Yishun, Singapore
Project Type: Green & Blue Masterplan
Reimagine Industrial Estate
The Canberra-Yishun Zone in northern Singapore combines urban development with diverse landscapes. Bordered by Sungei Simpang Kiri and Sungei Khatib Bongsu, it’s divided by Yishun Avenue 8 and connected by Yishun Avenue 2, home to Canberra and Yishun MRT Stations.
Yishun Industrial Park A is set for transformation. The north has new residential areas and green spaces, while the south features older public housing and community hubs. Future plans include modernizing the industrial park and linking it to mangroves and cycling tracks.
Rich greenery offers conservation and enhancement opportunities. The Green and Blue Plan targets significant changes by 2050, guiding the area’s evolution into a dynamic district.
Buildings to be Demolished
Blue Infrastructure
Seamless Circulation
Buildings to be Built
Green Infrastructure
Social Space
Biopond
Provide a healthy ecology with various aquatic plants and fish.
Stormwater Detention Basin
Stormwater will fill up the basin when it rains
Cleansing Biotope
Contains the man made ecosystems that treat storm water runoff. Impurities are removes through filtration, sedimentation and biological absorption.
Allow surface water run-off
Bioswale
Elevation of CYZ Square
The plaza is designed for both walking and cycling. It also serves as a versatile venue for large group events, such as outdoor spin classes, community gatherings, and fitness sessions. The open layout ensures that users can move freely while participating in various recreational and fitness activities.
CYZ Square
Alfresco Dining
CYZ Square
CYZ Skyway
Allow users to walk from Sungei Simpang Kiri to Yishun Neighbourhood Park
02 Civic Canvas
Location: Jalan Kukoh & Pearl’s Hill Terrace, Singapore
Project Type: Landscape as Empowerment for Marginalized Communities
Site Background
Jalan Kukoh
Nestled within the tapestry of Singapore’s urban landscape, Jalan Kukoh and Pearl’s Hill Terrace embody a juxtaposition of historical resilience and contemporary creativity. Jalan Kukoh, once labeled the “poorest neighborhood in Singapore,” carries with it a deep history of struggle and perseverance. The residents, often marginalized and underestimated, form a community with a spirit that transcends the socioeconomic challenges it faces. Despite the external perceptions, Jalan Kukoh is a repository of untapped potential waiting to be unveiled.
Pearl’s Hill Terrace
Pearl’s Hill Terrace, hidden behind the bustling facade of Chinatown, narrates a captivating story of transformation. From its origins as the upper barracks of a police station in the 1930s, it has evolved into a vibrant enclave for arts and creatives. This transformation was not without its challenges, and the area has emerged as a testament to the power of artistic revitalization. Today, Pearl’s Hill Terrace houses a diverse array of art studios, breathing life into its historical spaces and contributing to Singapore’s cultural fabric.
Bridging the Hills
Introducing the Jalan Kukoh and Pearls Hill Terrace. A 2D animation created using MidJourney, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Freesound. This animation explores the site’s background and highlights key issues, providing a compelling visual narrative to understand the area’s unique challenges and opportunities.
Collaboration with Ching Wai Lum & Chua Rui Yi
Despite the unique stories etched into these neighborhoods, there are pressing issues that demand attention.
Jalan Kukoh grapples with the weight of external perceptions, perpetuating the stereotype of poverty and limiting the aspirations of its residents. This engrained attitude fosters a sense of limitation, hindering the residents from fully realizing their potential and participating in broader societal narratives.
Pearl’s Hill Terrace, while experiencing an artistic renaissance, faces the looming threat of gentrification. The very creatives who have injected life into its spaces find themselves at risk of displacement, their contributions potentially overshadowed by market forces.
Solution Framework of Civic Canvas
This initiative, a collaborative design and community engagement effort, seeks to empower the residents of Jalan Kukoh by challenging stereotypes and fostering a renewed sense of community pride. Simultaneously, Civic Canvas endeavors to safeguard the artistic community of Pearls Hill Terrace, ensuring their integration into public spaces to prevent displacement. Through this transformative project, the goal is to dismantle barriers, celebrate the diverse narratives within these neighborhoods, and redefine them as inclusive, thriving hubs where every individual, regardless of background, contributes to and benefits from a shared, vibrant environment.
Engage the community to understand their needs
Community Engagement
Foundational Canvas
Inclusive Design
Create spaces that are accessible and welcoming.
Flexibility and Adaptability
Design spaces that can evolve and adapt over time.
Sustainability and Resilience
Enhance the long-term resilience of the spaces.
Educational Opportunities
Placemaking for the vacant sites
SelfExpressions
Offer opportunities for informal learning and education. &
Cultural Sensitivity
Respect and celebrate the cultural diversity.
A base design for each vacant site
Civic Canvas
Creative Interventions
Collaborative Innovation
Promoting interdisciplinary projects and collaborative initiatives that showcase the collective talent of the artistic community.
Public Engagement
Create engaging art installations that invite public participation, enabling residents to actively interact with and contribute to the creative landscape.
Community Connection
Encouraging artworks and projects that resonate with the cultural narratives and histories of both Pearl’s Hill Terrace and Jalan Kukoh.
A place of empowerment
Pearl’s Hill Creatives
Jalan Kukoh Residents
Civic Canvas Toolkit
Community Engage Toolkit [ INCLUSIVITY ]
This toolkit focuses on actively involving and collaborating with the local community throughout the project’s lifecycle.
Jalan Kukoh Residents
Extended Living Space
Encourages residents to come together, share culinary traditions, promoting social interaction and inclusivity.
Community Market Plaza
Allow both communities to showcase local products, fostering economic inclusivity and interactions.
Cultural Exchange Pavilion
Spaces for cultural performances, workshops, and events that showcase the diverse heritage and talents of the community.
Artist Expression Toolkit [ CREATIVITY ]
Creativity in this context involves conceptualizing and executing art that resonates with the community’s cultural heritage.
Featuring artwork that represents the cultural narratives and stories of Jalan Kukoh residents.
Community Dialogue Pavilion
A shared space for both residents to actively participate in community decision making.
Outdoor Art Exhibition
Visual concept that contribute to the expression of community identity.
Education Toolkit [ INSPIRE ]
Aims to leverage technology to create engaging and forwardthinking public spaces for both communities.
Community Learning Corners
Offers educational resources, tutoring services, and adult education programs, fostering a culture of continuous learning.
Outdoor Classroom
Promoting cross community learning and knowledge exhange.
Art & Innovation Lab
Engage in interdisciplinary projects, promoting crosscommunity learning and knowledge exchange.
Mural Galleries
Hill Creatives
Community-based acitivity Creative Expression-based Resting Point & Walkway Proposed Circulation
Foundational Canvas
Speculated Outcome
Empty Container
Equipped with essential amenities, available for rent, enabling residents to embark on small business ventures. This scalable and easily movable concept provides a dynamic platform.
Versatile event space with movable furniture, offering flexibility for various functions. Easily transformable and adaptable.
In a transformative fusion of artistry and community spirit,artists find a canvas for expression within Jalan Kukoh, intertwining their creativity with the narratives of local residents. Collaborating seamlessly, they weave a tapestry of stories that breathes life into the neighborhood.
Through this shared endeavor, Jalan Kukoh becomes more than a location,it transforms into a vibrant and rejuvenated space, where every stroke of artistic expression echoes the diverse voices and stories of its resilient community. Together, artists and residents craft a living masterpiece that encapsulates the rich tapestry of Jalan Kukoh’s collective identity.
Foundational Canvas
Speculated Outcome
Activity Lawn
Communal Kitchen & Community Garden Equipped for shared culinary endeavors, fosters a sense of togetherness through the preparation and enjoyment of home-cooked meals. The community garden thrives as a vibrant source of locally grown ingredients.
03
Sungei Ulu Pandan
Location: Buona Vista Zone,Singapore
Project Type: Landscape Transformation Plan
Transforming Infrastructure
The Buona Vista Intersection has evolved into a complex network of roads, buildings, and infrastructure for over a decade. The sterilized area around Ulu Pandan Canal, blocked access to the rail corridor, restricted road crossings near the MRT, and the dominance of busy roads.
The project envisions transforming the entire urban landscape, including greenspaces, roads, rail, the rail corridor, services, canal, drainage, and existing vegetation. The goal is to prioritize pedestrian movement and create a seamless, free-flowing landscape. This new landscape will unify the area from One North Park to Biopolis, Holland Village, Ghim Moh, and Vista Exchange.
Users access Ulu Pandan PCN through zebra-crossing
and informal
to access to rail corridor Underused green open spaces and steep topography
Currently,public are prohibited to enter the site. There are a 2.5m deep concrete canal surrounded by green open spaces with steep topography.
The steep topography of the site provide oppotunities for water mannagement and natural drainage, which helps to direct, retain and cleanse the water before it enter into the canal.
There are also a few existing vegetation in the site, providing opportunities for biodiversity enhancement and habitat restoration.
Disconnected Ulu Pandan Park Corridor which ends right before the Commonwealth Ave, making it hard for the cyclists and pedestrians to cross and access.
Lack of proper entrances to the rail corridor. The existing entrances are clustered at different levels, making it difficult for users to access the rail corridor. In addition, there is lack of amenities provided for users.
SungeiUluPandanCanal
Create Seamless Circulation
To ensure that users can easily navigate and enjoy the space without experiencing barriers and interruptions.
The main strategy is to create pedestrian pathways and cyclist circulation routes that are integrated into the overall design of the space. Another strategy is to establish consistent design language throughout the space to create a sense of unity and continuity.
Water as Ecological Components and Wayfinding
Water will be incorporated into the site as an ecological component through the use of rain gardens and bioswales. These features will be used to capture and treat stormwater runoff while also to provide habitat for biodiversity.
As a wayfinding element, water and the existing canal will be used to guide visitors through the site, creating an engaging and memorable experience.
Create Active and Social Spaces
Another strategy is to incorporate active features and programming into the site such as providing access to amenities,shade and views in different locations to encourage different types of social interactions.
Buona Vista Mrt
Use vegetation and water features to guide visitors through the site.
Forest Walk
The floating reading deck provides a tranquil and serene space for visitors to relax and read a book, while also providing stunning views of the surrounding landscape. The deck is designed to float on a body of water comfortable seating.
The underpass provides a safe and convenient way for pedestrians and cyclists to cross a busy road or intersection. The underpass is designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape provides a safe and comfortable experience for users along the Ulu Pandan Canal.
Buona Vista MRT
Event Space
Observation Deck
Underpass to Ulu Pandan PCN
Floating Deck
Underpass to Ulu Pandan PCN
This forest walk allowing visitors to immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the beauty of the existing trees and foliage. The elevated boardwalk is designed to wind through the forest, providing opportunities for discovery and exploration. Visitors can also lie on the canopy webs and gaze up into the crowns of trees.
This tranquil deck provide a space for relaxation and comtemplation. Situated in a quiet corner with dense surrounding plantings.
Tranquil Deck
Forest Walk
Canopy Web
Sectional Elevation 01
Ulu Pandan Hub
A hub that offers food, bicycle parking, kids play area, and bicycle facilities for the visitors, providing a variety of services and amenities in this nature environment.
Access Point to Ulu Pandan Park
Main access point to Ulu Pandan Park. Visitors can either take escalator or walk through the terrace plaza.
Wave bridge
A floating bridge that allows visitors appreaciate the beauty of the waterway.
Alfresco Dining
Event Space
Outdoor event space ideal for hosting a range of events such as movie night, community festivals and corporate gatherings at a nature environment.
M&E Services
Facade as Mural Art Canvas
Unattractive services facade transformed into a vibrant and colourful mural canvas,transforming the architecture and also a celebration of creativity.
Linkway to Underground Plaza
Sheltered linkway from Buona Vista MRT to Underground Plaza underneath North Buona Vista Road.
Kids Play
The kids play area in the hub can provide a safe and enjoyable space for children to play.
Sectional Elevation 02
Event Space
Outdoor event space ideal for hosting a range of events such as movie night, community festivals and corporate gatherings at a nature environment.
Relaxation Lawn
A lawn with integrated concrete bench offers a serene escape from urban life.
Elevated Forest Walk
Visitors can immerse themselves and wind through the existing big trees. Some rest areas where visitors can pause and gaze up into the crowns of trees.
Ulu Pandan PCN
The primary circulation where visitors walking, jogging or biking in this park. Meandering through lush greenery and tranquil water features.
Elevated Forest Walk
Visitors can immerse themselves and wind through the existing big trees. Some rest areas where visitors can pause and gaze up into the crowns of trees.
Buona Vista MRT
Buona Vista MRT
Ulu Pandan Canal
Planting Palette
Welcoming & Flowering (Access Point,Active Space)
Native & Tropical (Forest Walk, Water’s Edge Woodland)
Vibrant & Exotic (Event Space, Relaxation Lawn)
Water Loving & Cleasing (Canal Edge, Partially Submerged)
Bougainvillea ‘Elizabeth Angus’
Costus Woodsonii
Alpinia Zerumbet
Plumbago Auriculata
Melaleuca Cajuputi
Cynometra Browneoides
Salix Babylonica
Fragraea Fragrans
Nephrolis Biserrata
Alocasia Macrorrhizos
Rhapis Excelsa
Schefflera arboricola
Pluemria Obtusa
Costus Speciosus Jasminum Multiflorum
Xiphidium Caeruleum
Schizolobium Rahybum Cratoxylum Cochinchinensis
Crassipes
Geniculata
Parviflorus Pandanus Amaryllifolius
Acrostichum Speciosum
Typha Latifolia
04
Fitness Fanatic
Location: Clementi Woods Park, Singapore
Project Type: Information Modelling
Collaboration with Yap Xi Yi, Jeffery Lok, Peng KangQi, Zhang YiJie
Design Concept
Fitness for All Shade Analysis
Introduce activities of differing intensities to cater users of varying fitness levels. Activities and routes proposed would be classified in three levels of difficulties namely: Casual, Intermediate and Enthusiast.
Fitness as Play
A variety of complex and vibrant colored play infrastructures are placed in different parts of the park, allowing park users to have fun while maintaining their fitness.
Fitness in Nature
Leverage the trees on site and its undulating topography for fitness activities, allowing users to exercise within nature.
Analysis of Existing Park
Identify Potential Activity Area Strategies
Overlaying the different analyses, we marked out potential spaces to put back some of our activities, utilizing the strengths and weaknesses of the site to our advantage.
Leverage Slope Gradient
0 - 3° Incline
Pathways that is nice and relatively flat that caters to beginners and users looking for warming up exercises or leisure walks.
3 - 8° Incline
Pathways that introduces a gentle slope, offering an intermediate challenge for users looking for a more rigorous workout.
8 - 18° Incline
Pathways that features moderate slope that provides users with a high level difficulty for an intense workout.
> 18° Incline
Pathways that includes steepest angle of slope that would challenge users who are seeking an adventurous trail.
Route 1: ~500m
This trail provides a shorter and more accessible distance, ideal for beginners or quick and low-intensity workout.
Route 2: ~800m
This trail extends the distance, offering a balance between manageable challenge and an enjoyable trail for intermediates.
Route 3: ~1200m
The third trail offers a longest and most challenging journey, ideal for users to push their endurance and stamina.
Introduction of Elements
Depending on the slope angle change, a new obstacle, place of interest or change in material will be introduced so that it sets different types of interaction for user with the trail and establish a stronger identity of fitness in nature and fitness as play for each trail.
Change in materials
Adding play & fitness elements
Natural climbing steps
Route Generation Processes
Select casual route location
The casual route is selected based on the flattest part of the existing topography.
Select intermediate route location
Select enthusiast route location
Topo cutting of activity space
Parameter setting:
Topography Cut for our Water Ponding Area & Activity Lawn.
Topography Cutting for the Casual Route.
Topo cutting with route curve
Min/max slope optimization for Intermediate Route (Route difficulty)
Fill Optimization (Topography Change)
Most optimal Cut and Fill balance with the lowest amount of excess soil, generated from Galapagos.
Controlled area for optimized Intermediate Route.
Generated Minimum slope of Intermediate route is around 11° .
Generated Average slope of Intermediate route kept around 5° .
Generated Intermediate Route.
Min/max slope optimization for Enthusiast Route (Route difficulty)
Controlled area for optimized Intermediate Route.
Generated Maximum slope of Enthusiast route left uncapped.
Generated Average slope of Enthusiast route kept at 7° .
Generated Intermediate Route.
Jumpy Bumpy Course.
Route Connections
A generated instance of Route 2 & 3 were deliberately chosen to improve the connection. Existing circulation which is already well connected were also utilized to weave our design together.
Relocation of Affected Tress
Affected Trees Strategies 1 Strategies 2
237 Trees are affected due to topography changes. Trees are move to the sides of the activity area. Trees are remove and replace with new trees.
Clementi Woods Park For Fitness Fanatic
Jumpy Bumpy Course (for kids)
Jumpy Bumpy Course (for bikes)
05 Housing a Megacity
Location: Singapore
Project Type: Geospatial Analysis & Evaluation
Collaboration with Anderson Wong & Jeffery Lok
Background
Confronting limited land and economic growth pressure, former chief planner of the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Singapore Mr. Liu Thai Ker propose that Singapore should plan for a population as large as 10 million.
In the 1991 URA conceptual plan, it was thought that Singapore would only hit 5.5 million population in a 100 years time.
32 years later today, Singapore’s population had grown to 5.92 million, 70 years earlier than the stipulated 100 years timeline.
Geospatial Use Case
Ensure sustainable urban development in Singapore by planning sufficient housing for 10 million population.
Evaluating the housing capacity of the current masterplan and proposing different scenarios to house 10 million population.
Sub-objectives
Propose Recommendations for Residential Planning
Evaluate Current Housing Capacity
Develop on Potential Scenarios
Current Residential Capacity
Total Capacity: 3 996 160
(Excluding Vacant Sites, Landed Housing, and Other Forms of Housing)
To start the investigation, residential sites are first filtered out from the Land Use Masterplan 2019 conceptualized by URA. This initial evaluation only calls for data of existing residential sites, thus vacant sites are filtered out by only extracting residential plots that intersect with the building footprints from OpenStreetMaps. Filtering out other incompatible data such as the lack of numeral GPR data, the current residential capacity is evaluated, which comes to a total of 3 996 160.
Current Planned Residential Capacity
The new Tengah residential town, when completed, could house up to 100 466 inhabitants.
Total Capacity: 5 168 804
(Assuming ‘Subject to Detailed Planning’ is GPR 3.0, excluding Landed housing and other forms of housing)
Landed housings are currently housing approximately 211 913 residents. (Department of Statistics, n.a.)
10 000 000 - 5 380 717 =
4 619 283
*Not inclusive of population living in other forms of housing
The next investigation is then to evaluate the capacity of residential sites are currently under development or planning. The residential town of Tengah, for example, is under construction and is expected to be completed in the coming years. Other areas such as the Greater Southern Waterfront, has also some new designated residential space but the GPR have yet to be planned. For the purpose of this evaluation, all these sites are to be taken into consideration and those without a GPR yet are given a GPR of 3.0 as a proxy. With all these data, it is concluded that including planning, the current housing is expected to hold up to 5 168 804 residents.
NO MORE LANDED
Scenario 1 - Converting Landed Housing into High Rise Residential
For the first scenario, a radical idea of equalizing all housing options is proposed, removing all landed housings and converting the plots to high rise housing. It was first assumed that this could work, considering the amount of existing landed housing which house only a fraction of inhabitants that high rise housing could house. However, the calculation shows that this solution is not feasible because these plots need to have a collective GPR of 11.3 to be able to house the additional population. This would result in skyscrapers in residential areas!
HIGHER - RISE BUILDING
Scenario 2 - Increasing the Baseline GPR of All Low-GPR Residential Plots
Though converting landed housing could offer some help, it takes more residential plots to provide significant improvements. Some of the existing residential plots have low GPRs and if they are increased, all the plots could house up to the 10 million population. This scenario aims to determine the baseline GPR for new developments when the 99 year lease ends and the old buildings are redevloped. Based on the calculation, 4.1 is the magic number. Filtering all plots with GPR above 4.1, the remaining plots need to increased to 4.1 when they eventually get redeveloped.
RESERVE SITES
Scenario 3 - Designating Residential Use on All Reserve Sites
For this scenario, another possibility is explored to evaluate the feasibility of using URA reserve sites for residential. Most of these sites are currently vacant and huge in area size, making them highly possible for residential planning. Using these reserve sites, it is discovered that a collective GPR of 2.8 on these sites would be enough to house approximately 4 666 915 residents. This solution provides the lowest GPR needed to house all 10 million population.
RESERVE SITES V2.0
Scenario
4 - Converting
Reserve Sites with Low Tree Covers
While the previous scenario seems like a feasible solution, a more thorough lens is needed to evaluate the implications of using these reserve sites. Overlaying the sites with a tree cover map, it is discovered that some of these sites have large tree covers. Understanding the importance of trees in our urban environment and how development on such sites typically mean the removal of these trees, this scenario aims to only identify reserve sites with low tree covers to be converted. By only designating these sites for residential, we can significantly reduce environmental impact, while also allocating sufficient housing for all 10 million population.
Tuas Port
Island
Kias Island
Pulau Tekong
Pulau Ubin
06 Design for Life
Location: Northern side of Bukit Batok Hillside Park, Singapore
Project Type: Conservation Plan for Endangered Species - Owls
Site Background
The site is located between coordinates 1°21’17.6”N and 103°44’44.6”E, on the northern side of Bukit Batok Hillside Park. Covering an area of approximately 18 hectares, the site is about 4 kilometers from Bukit Timah Nature Reserve and around 5 kilometers from the Central Catchment Area.
Additionally, this site is reserved for future housing development. Currently, the vegetation has developed into a young secondary forest, undisturbed by human activity. The site is also bordered by several nature corridors that facilitate wildlife movement between nearby parks, including Bukit Batok Hillside Park, Bukit Batok Town Park, Bukit Batok Nature Park, and Bukit Timah Nature Reserve.
Owls Population
The conservation plan focuses on the owl population in the Bukit Batok area. Singapore is home to around 11 species of owls, with the most common in Bukit Batok being the Brown Boobook (Strix leptogrammica) and Sunda Scops Owl (Otus lempiji). Owls are nocturnal, solitary creatures that typically inhabit forested areas, forest edges, or parks. They nest in tree holes, branches, bird nest ferns, and nest boxes. Their diet consists of insects and small animals such as birds, rodents, lizards, and frogs.
Bukit Batok Forest Park Design Proposal
Wetland/ Biopond
Forest Trail
Mountain Bike Trail
Resting Pavilion/ Look Out Point Entrance
Given the site’s rich ecological value and the fact that less than 20% of young secondary forests remain in Singapore, it holds great potential for owl conservation and other biodiversity. This conservation plan aims to preserve and enhance the existing vegetation, facilitate owl movement, and establish recreational value for visitors.
Design Components
This forest trail features a simple 1.5-meter wide elevated timber boardwalk, allowing visitors to enjoy the diverse biodiversity and variety of plants in the forest park at their leisure. Elevating the boardwalk enables small, shade-loving vegetation to grow beneath it and allows small animals such as lizards, geckos, and frogs to move freely. Additionally, the well-defined forest trail is designed to avoid the forest core, protecting the forest and its wildlife from human disturbances.
Nest Box for Owls
To encourage owl movement in the park, nest boxes made from recycled wood will be mounted on tall trees at the forest core and edges. Each nest box has a shaded entrance hole for the owls to enter.
Resting Pavilion & Look Out Point
The park features four resting pavilions with lookout points, offering visitors a place to relax and enjoy views of the stunning constructed wetland or bio-pond. These resting points also provide opportunities to observe owls and freshwater ecosystems.
Forest Trail
Ecological Components
Food Web
The proposed design includes habitats for various animals that serve as prey for owls. This not only enhances biodiversity but also creates a natural food web, ensuring the sustainability of the owl population.
Wetland and Bio-pond
The wetland and bio-pond in this park create a freshwater habitat for various species like fish, amphibians, and insects. Man-made floating islands provide resting and hiding spots for birds, dragonflies, and aquatic animals. Additionally, the constructed wetland and bio-pond improve water quality by removing contaminants. Specific aquatic plants are used to filter and remove harmful particles from the water.
Create & Connect Habitats
In the future, this park will offer several ecological services. It will provide crucial natural habitats for wildlife by creating diverse environments, such as forests and freshwater areas, which supply resources and food for various organisms, thus supporting a sustainable food web. Additionally, transforming this site into a forest park will expand the habitats for owls and other species, enhancing biodiversity and natural capital in Singapore. Connecting these habitats to nearby parks, including Bukit Batok Nature Park, Bukit Batok Town Park, and Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, will further promote ecological connectivity and wildlife movement.
07
Sketches & Models
Collection of sketches, drawings, paintings and physical models over the years.
/ Sketches / Digital Drawings / Acrylic Painting /
As an part time Art Facilitator at Muzart Learning Center in Singapore from March to October 2017, I educated children and adults on basic art principles and techniques. I encouraged creative expression and nurtured their artistic abilities, fostering a positive classroom environment conducive to learning through interaction and engagement. Additionally, I assisted in creating individualized art education plans for young children, ensuring a tailored approach to their artistic development.
Physical Model - Making
Landscape Project Implementation
As a freelance Landscape Designer at This Humid House from July 2021 to January 2022, I assisted in site visits, developed comprehensive proposals, and supervised plantings at construction sites to ensure proper installation.
08
Thank you for your time.
Suzie Tee Landscape Architecture Portfolio
Email: shuzie919@gmail.com
Instagram: @eet.eizus
Website: https://suzietee.myportfolio.com/about Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzie-tee/ Behance: https://www.behance.net/suzietee