Two towers cut like perfect wedges—Singapore’s skyline sharpened to a point.
Skyscraper in Singapore.
Featured in I. M. Pei's definitive monograph, I.M. Pei: Complete Works.
Visitor Guide
Stand far back so you can read the triangular profiles; up close, it’s just glass—distance is the architecture.
From Marina Bay / Downtown Core vantage points at sunset; shoot as silhouettes when the sun drops behind the planes.
Office towers; limited public interior access. Best experienced from surrounding public streets and waterfront promenades.
Wedge towers manipulate wind and view corridors; the geometry is both branding and microclimate strategy.
20–45 minutes
Design & Structure
Geometric massing optimized for views, daylight, and site constraints; façade modularity coordinated via BIM for tropical performance.
Glass curtain wall and metal framing—precision materials that keep the wedge geometry crisp.
Triangular/angled plans can improve stiffness; cores and outriggers do the heavy lifting behind the glass.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed The Gateway (Singapore)?+
The Gateway (Singapore) was designed by I. M. Pei and completed in 1990. It is located in Downtown Core, Singapore.
Where is The Gateway (Singapore) located?+
The Gateway (Singapore) is located in Downtown Core, Singapore. Its coordinates are 1.2988°, 103.8590°.
When was The Gateway (Singapore) built?+
The Gateway (Singapore) was completed in 1990. It was designed by I. M. Pei.
Can I visit The Gateway (Singapore)?+
The Gateway (Singapore) is a real building in Downtown Core that can be viewed from the outside. Check local information for interior access and visiting hours. Use the Parametric Atlas walking tour feature to plan a route that includes this building.