【Introduction of the project】
Located in the northern part of Singapore within Mandai Wildlife Reserve, Bird Paradise is a newly established "bird park" spanning approximately 230,000 square meters. It houses over 3,500 birds from more than 400 species, including some that are critically endangered worldwide, offering visitors a unique opportunity to observe these birds up close. The aviary mesh at Bird Paradise is among the largest in the world, constructed from stainless steel cables and mesh to ensure the safety and well-being of the birds. Visitors can experience an immersive environment where the birds live safely while exploring the habitats of species originating from regions such as Southeast Asia, New Guinea, Australia, the Amazon, South Africa, and Antarctica.
Beyond showcasing the birds' natural behaviours, Bird Paradise also serves as an educational platform for future generations with regards to endangered species protection efforts. It is definitely a must-visit destination for all nature enthusiasts and conservationists.
The characteristics mentioned above posed the following key construction challenges:
1. Developing and executing a construction plan for the extensive site while prioritizing the protection of existing wildlife and vegetation.
2. Planning and constructing the various facilities with aviaries scattered across the site, which has a height difference of approximately 35 meters.
The construction of Bird Paradise was a highly constrained and challenging project due to its complex design and the need to accommodate existing biological preservation. Furthermore, it required maintaining the original natural terrain to the greatest extent possible.
The world-class aviary comprises 170 steel pillars, some weighing up to 35 tons and measuring up to 30.2 meters in length, requiring precise engineering and accuracy control. Additionally, the stainless steel mesh across all eight aviaries covered approximately 100,000 square meters, necessitating large-scale tensioning of the wires and meticulous stitching of the mesh.