Spectacular Jewel Changi Airport project takes shape

SINGAPORE. Jewel Changi Airport Devt (JCAD) has revealed the latest images of its magnificent Jewel Changi Airport complex, scheduled to open in 2019. The Moodie Davitt Report is providing intensive coverage of the project.

As reported, the project encompasses a hugely ambitious mixed-use complex. It will include a five-storey indoor garden, play attractions, shopping and dining options, a hotel, and facilities for airport operations.

The Jewel Changi Airport project takes shape close to Terminal 1; it remains on track for a 2019 opening

To date, 75% of the overall construction has been completed and Jewel is on-track to open in 2019, said JCAD.

Visitors travelling along Airport Boulevard today can view the gradual formation of Jewel Changi Airport’s infrastructure as work on its distinctive glass and steel façade enters the last phase.

The Jewel facade is made up of more than 9,000 pieces of specially manufactured glass, close to 18,000 pieces of steel beams and over 6,000 steel nodes

The entire Jewel facade is made up of more than 9,000 pieces of specially manufactured glass, close to 18,000 pieces of steel beams and over 6,000 steel nodes, noted the company. The entire façade will weigh more than 6,000 tonnes.

As each glass panel is different, the installation process requires precise coordination to ensure that each is fitted into the correct ‘grid’ placement that it is planned for. Meticulous execution is also required as the glass panels are transported from the ground level to the top of the façade for the roof installation.

Located in front of Changi Airport’s Terminal 1, Jewel is positioned as “a world-class lifestyle destination, enhancing Changi’s appeal as a premier air hub,” according to the airport company.

Jewel Changi Airport will enhance the passenger experience with its myriad range of lifestyle offerings (All photos: Jewel Changi Airport Devt)
Arriving in style: This artist’s impression of the view from Airport Boulevard illustrates the magnificent panorama of Jewel that passengers and visitors driving to Changi Airport will encounter
Seamless integration: Jewel Changi Airport will be connected to Terminals 1, 2 and 3 and the MRT station via pedestrian bridges
A lush environment filled with thousands of trees, plants, ferns and shrubs, will allow visitors to immerse themselves in a green valley of verdant landscaping and waterfalls
Jewel will offer a wide range of retail and dining offerings, including exciting new-to-Singapore concepts, top international brands and home-grown names
Surfing the net: Another world first as two unique net experiences (dubbed Sky Nets) are combined in a single play attraction
Hedge funding: Canopy Mazes will be Singapore’s largest hedge maze, featuring a lookout tower that offers spectacular views of Jewel’s Canopy Park
A sculptural art piece with a 4-in-1 slide attraction of varying heights offers children and the young-at-heart with a combination of fun and culture
The 50m Canopy Bridge will offer breathtaking views of the Forest Valley and Rain Vortex

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