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Independent Singapore
4 days ago
- Business
- Independent Singapore
Some S'poreans joke that new tower at MBS looks like a dehumidifier or 'like a 4th person lurking'
SINGAPORE: One of Singapore's iconic views is about to change, with the groundbreaking ceremony for the fourth tower at Marina Bay Sands (MBS) held on Tuesday (July 15). The S$10.3 billion project is being touted as an 'ultra-luxurious resort and entertainment destination'. Patrick Dumont, the president and chief operating officer of Las Vegas Sands, was quoted as saying that the brand-new development will have 'amenities that we don't have today to offer tourists coming into Singapore'. Channel NewsAsia (CNA) shared an image from Safdie Architects of an artist's impression of what to expect when the fourth tower at MBS is up. Meanwhile, CNA quoted architect Moshe Safdie as saying, 'The (Urban Redevelopment) Authority repeatedly said, 'This is our icon; our people of Singapore love this, and we cannot do anything that's going to compromise it.' Screenshot Over on Reddit, however, locals had some fun at the new project's expense. 'Does anyone else think a fourth MBS tower looks totally out of place? It kind of ruins the iconic symmetry of the original three MBS towers, said u/Jerainerc in a post on r/Singapore. See also World Cup: Free to air in 2018, please Some joked that the new tower looked like a household appliance. 'Finally, it's about time we get a huge dehumidifier to counter the weather,' wrote one. 'All we need now is a giant air purifier for every November when Indonesia does their slash and burn,' chimed in another, although another joked that the Singapore flyer already serves this purpose. And when one wrote that the 'electricity cost for a 200m dehumidifier is gonna bankrupt the country,' another retorted 'But the air feels cooler so we will be happier.' 'Is it called the Dyson Tower,' a commenter added cheekily. On a more serious note, a Reddit user observed, 'We will get used to it. It's like when they first showed us the design of the Esplanade, the three MBS towers, and the Supreme Court building. Suddenly, everyone become architect kpkb say it'll destroy the skyline, etc.' One opined, however, that while 'The building itself is fine, clearly inspired or by the same architect as MBS (doing a remix),' nevertheless, 'it just feels out of place from this angle, like a fourth person lurking.' 'I think the difference is that MBS has already become a global icon, and disrupting that in any way risks damaging that brand,' another chimed in. A commenter sounded a reassuring note, saying, 'It's far enough away that it doesn't come near the silhouette of the three linked MBS towers. You will still be able to easily take photos of it without the fourth tower.' /TISG Read also: Marina Bay Sands hits record S$2.7B in earnings after targeting luxury travellers post-pandemic
The Irish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- The Irish Sun
One of the world's most famous hotels is opening a new £5.7billion resort – with 570 suites and rooftop pool
MARINA Bay Sands is undoubtedly one of the most famous hotels in the world - and now, the company behind the resort is planning another in Singapore. Las Vegas Sands - the company behind the iconic cruise ship-like hotel in Singapore - is planning a second resort for the country costing £5.7billion. Advertisement 4 A new £5.7billion hotel is planned for Singapore Credit: Marina Bay Sands 4 The resort would be developed by the same company who own Marina Bay Sands Credit: Marina Bay Sands In total, the The 76,000 square-foot 'Skyloop' - which will be similar to the Sands SkyPark at On the lower levels, the public will be able to explore an observatory, restaurants and rooftop gardens. On higher levels, guests can access more private experiences such as Advertisement Read more on travel inspo And one major feature will be a cantilevered There is more too, as the hotel is expected to have a 15,000 seat arena, with the backdrop of Marina Bay, for live entertainment. Inside the hotel will also be a number of different dining experiences, shops, a gaming area, And it will be designed by the same firm that designed Sphere in Las Vegas and the O2 Arena in London. Advertisement Most read in News Travel The entire hotel is expected to be tilted at a 45 degree angle to give guests amazing views of Marina Bay and the Singapore Strait. In total, the hotel will rise 55 stories into the air and a feature 'biophilic' design that aims to connect people with nature and enhance wellbeing. Luxury 794ft superyacht 'sea hotel' with five restaurants & mini-marina completes trial before first voyage this summer Construction on the resort is expected to finish in 2030. The resort will be designed by Safdie Architects and led by the same designers as Marina Bay Sands - Moshe Safdie. Advertisement Patrick Dumont, Sands president and chief operating officer, said: "Our new development will raise the bar and redefine the ultra-luxury hospitality realm on a global scale, fuelling further growth of high-value tourism." The Marina Bay Sands hotel caters to more than one million guests each year. There has even been a BBC2 documentary on the hotel, presented by Giles Coren and The two presenters explored the hotel including the longest elevated infinity pool in the world - the size of three Olympic swimming pools - at the top of the hotel. Advertisement Guests have claimed that the resort to be a "once-in-a-lifetime experience" and feeling more like "another world". 4 Marina Bay Sands originally opened in 2011 and cost just under £4billion to build Credit: AFP Another guest added: "My wife and I both felt like I was in the Barbie movie." A Sun reporter who went to Singapore a few years ago said: "For me, the place to be is Ce La Vi on the 57th floor of the majestic three-tower Marina Bay Sands hotel. Advertisement "It offers fabulous views, especially at sunset." Ce La Vi is one of the hotels' 80 restaurants and is located on the rooftop, with a bar. Overall, the hotel has 2,560 rooms and cost £3.92 billion to build. Some of the Advertisement Plus, these are the 4 In addition to hundreds of suites, the new hotel would have a wellness terrace 'hanging in the air' Credit: Marina Bay Sands
Scottish Sun
4 days ago
- Business
- Scottish Sun
One of the world's most famous hotels is opening a new £5.7billion resort – with 570 suites and rooftop pool
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) MARINA Bay Sands is undoubtedly one of the most famous hotels in the world - and now, the company behind the resort is planning another in Singapore. Las Vegas Sands - the company behind the iconic cruise ship-like hotel in Singapore - is planning a second resort for the country costing £5.7billion. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 A new £5.7billion hotel is planned for Singapore Credit: Marina Bay Sands 4 The resort would be developed by the same company who own Marina Bay Sands Credit: Marina Bay Sands In total, the luxury resort will boast 570 suites and there will also be a hotel tower capped with a rooftop. The 76,000 square-foot 'Skyloop' - which will be similar to the Sands SkyPark at Marina Bay Sands - will have 360-degree views. On the lower levels, the public will be able to explore an observatory, restaurants and rooftop gardens. On higher levels, guests can access more private experiences such as private cabanas, infinity-edge pools and sprawling palm trees. And one major feature will be a cantilevered wellness terrace - essentially hanging in the air - for yoga, arts and other events. There is more too, as the hotel is expected to have a 15,000 seat arena, with the backdrop of Marina Bay, for live entertainment. Inside the hotel will also be a number of different dining experiences, shops, a gaming area, spa and wellness facilities. And it will be designed by the same firm that designed Sphere in Las Vegas and the O2 Arena in London. The entire hotel is expected to be tilted at a 45 degree angle to give guests amazing views of Marina Bay and the Singapore Strait. In total, the hotel will rise 55 stories into the air and a feature 'biophilic' design that aims to connect people with nature and enhance wellbeing. Luxury 794ft superyacht 'sea hotel' with five restaurants & mini-marina completes trial before first voyage this summer Construction on the resort is expected to finish in 2030. The resort will be designed by Safdie Architects and led by the same designers as Marina Bay Sands - Moshe Safdie. Patrick Dumont, Sands president and chief operating officer, said: "Our new development will raise the bar and redefine the ultra-luxury hospitality realm on a global scale, fuelling further growth of high-value tourism." The Marina Bay Sands hotel caters to more than one million guests each year. There has even been a BBC2 documentary on the hotel, presented by Giles Coren and Monica Galetti. The two presenters explored the hotel including the longest elevated infinity pool in the world - the size of three Olympic swimming pools - at the top of the hotel. Guests have claimed that the resort to be a "once-in-a-lifetime experience" and feeling more like "another world". 4 Marina Bay Sands originally opened in 2011 and cost just under £4billion to build Credit: AFP Another guest added: "My wife and I both felt like I was in the Barbie movie." A Sun reporter who went to Singapore a few years ago said: "For me, the place to be is Ce La Vi on the 57th floor of the majestic three-tower Marina Bay Sands hotel. "It offers fabulous views, especially at sunset." Ce La Vi is one of the hotels' 80 restaurants and is located on the rooftop, with a bar. Overall, the hotel has 2,560 rooms and cost £3.92 billion to build. Some of the world's craziest hotels have also been named - from Flintstones-like caves to a Barbie Dreamhouse. Plus, these are the luxury hotels crowned best in the world – and one is in the UK.
UPI
6 days ago
- Business
- UPI
Las Vegas Sands resort in Singapore aims to 'redefine' luxury
When finished, the vast 55-story Las Vegas Sands property in Singapore will hold 570 luxury hotel suites, a casino, shopping, spa and wellness stops, 20,000 feet of meeting and convention space and a 15,000-seat entertainment arena, along with restaurants with incredible views. Image courtesy of Safdie Architects and Marina Bay Sands July 15 (UPI) -- An $8 billion ultra-luxury Las Vegas Sands property in Singapore has its owners saying the soon-to-be constructed resort will "redefine industry standards" and expand the regional footprint of the small island nation. On Tuesday, officials broke ground on the future luxury entertainment destination with both Singapore government and Las Vegas Sands representatives present to witness. "This is going to be the most luxurious and high-serviced hotel in the world," company President and COO Patrick Dumont told The Straits Times on Monday ahead of the ceremony. It's slated for completion by 2030 and officials hope to open by 2031. More than 200 guests attended Tuesday's groundbreaking, including Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong and company co-founder Miriam Adelson. Native artist Jasmine Sokko and Canadian singer-songwriter Henry Lau entertained guests. The vast 55-story complex will hold 570 luxury hotel suites, a casino, shopping, spa and wellness stops, 20,000 feet of meeting and convention space and a 15,000-seat entertainment arena. The state-of-the-art arena is designed by Populous, the same global firm that curated the Sphere in Las Vegas and London's O2 Arena in Britain. Dumont added that Singapore was an "incredibly desirable" location to Las Vegas Sands, which is the parent company of Marina Bay Sands. According to the company, the new resort will "push boundaries." "We have every intention of delivering a product that will be the envy of the hospitality industry and ushers in a new era of luxury tourism in Singapore," Robert Goldstein, chairman and CEO of Las Vegas Sands, said Tuesday. The design is being lead by Moshe Safdie of Safdie Architects, the same firm behind the design of the Marina Bay Sands properties. Trump meets with Singaporean Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong President Donald Trump (R) and Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong shake hands during joint statements in the Rose Garden on Monday. Photo by Pat Benic/UPI | License Photo
Straits Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Straits Times
Economic headwinds do not dampen outlook for new Marina Bay development: Las Vegas Sands president
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Las Vegas Sands president and CEO Patrick Dumont said Singapore is 'incredibly desirable' to the firm as so many people want to come to the Republic to live and do business. SINGAPORE – Consumer spending in the Asia-Pacific is currently dampened due to geopolitical factors, but Mr Patrick Dumont remains unfazed about long-term business projections for the upcoming Las Vegas Sands development. 'We think in 10, 20-year terms,' said Mr Dumont, who is the president and chief operating officer at Las Vegas Sands, Marina Bay Sands' (MBS) parent company. 'South-east Asia is filled with young people who are entrepreneurial, aspirational and working very hard and creating business success, and as that occurs, they want to consume, and experience things that are unique, luxury and aspirational.' Las Vegas Sands' new US$8 billion (S$10.3 billion) development is set to be completed by 2030 and open in the first quarter of 2031. The complex will comprise 570 luxury hotel suites, a casino, a 15,000-seat entertainment arena, and 200,000 sq ft of meeting and convention space. It will also have a 'Skyloop' – a counterpart to the current MBS SkyPark – and high-end restaurants. An artist's impression of Las Vegas Sands' new ultra-luxury development in Singapore. PHOTO: MARINA BAY SANDS 'This is going to be the most luxurious and high-serviced hotel in the world,' Mr Dumont told The Straits Times on July 14, a day before the ground-breaking on the new development. The new complex costs almost 50 per cent more than the US$5.6 billion that was pumped into the development of the existing MBS integrated resort by Las Vegas Sands 15 years ago. Despite being targeted at the ultra-luxury market, it will have public spaces open to everybody – such as the new Skyloop on the roof, where two overlapping elliptical decks are stacked on top of each other. An artist's impression of the Lower and Upper Skyloop on the tower's roof, where two overlapping elliptical decks are stacked on top of each other. PHOTO: SAFDIE ARCHITECTS The lower Skyloop will have several public areas, including an observatory, restaurants and rooftop gardens, while above, hotel guests will have private cabanas and infinity-edge pools. There will also be a wellness terrace for events. Singapore is 'incredibly desirable' to Las Vegas Sands and its significant investments because so many people want to come to the Republic to live and do business, said Mr Dumont. 'So, it is very important for us to continue to invest and grow our capabilities, to maintain leadership in the industry... This is the next evolution in high-value tourism investment.' (From left) Minister for Sustainability and the Environment Grace Fu, Las Vegas Sands co-founder Miriam Adelson, Las Vegas Sands chief operating officer Patrick Dumont, architect Moshe Safdie and Prime Minister Lawrence Wong looking at a model of the new hotel tower during its ground-breaking ceremony on July 15. ST PHOTO: AZMI ATHNI The focus on high-spending business and leisure tourists aligns with the Government's focus, he noted. For example, the authorities have identified the Mice (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) segment as a key growth engine for Singapore tourism. Mice visitors are expected to contribute 10 per cent, or $3.5 billion, of the country's tourism receipts by 2040. The upcoming entertainment arena, for instance, will be able to hold both live performances and Mice events. The hotel tower and arena by Las Vegas Sands set against the horizon. PHOTO: SAFDIE ARCHITECTS 'We will have a connection through a bridge that will allow people to have a large Mice event and then also use the arena for other purposes as part of that event,' said Mr Dumont, adding that it is important for the new development to include amenities not available in the existing MBS property. He also envisions the new development having a larger impact on the Marina Bay district as a whole in what he described as a 'halo effect'. 'Where it not only enhances our ability to conduct tourism and drive people to Singapore and to our properties, but also enhances the Marina Bay district as a desirable tourism destination because of the amenities that we will provide.'
