Rubina Gan : Through the Lens

Rubina Gan : Through the Lens Through my lens: cityscapes, symmetry, and stories shaped by light
“You don’t take a photograph, you make it”

Singapore is home to an impressive collection of hotels, ranging from historic landmarks to contemporary icons. Beyond t...
25/06/2026

Singapore is home to an impressive collection of hotels, ranging from historic landmarks to contemporary icons. Beyond their role as places to stay, many are architectural statements that have helped shape the character and skyline of the city.
This collection features some of my favourite hotel buildings—chosen for their design, character, and photographic appeal.
This isn't a definitive list, just a personal selection shaped by perspective, light, and years spent exploring the city through a lens.
The photos, in order of placement rather than preference, are:
1. Fullerton Bay Hotel (Clifford Pier)
2. Holiday Inn Atrium
3. Furama City Centre
4. Rendezvous Hotel
5/6. Marina Bay Sands
7/8. Mandarin Oriental
9. Parkroyal Collection Marina Bay
10. Ritz Carlton Millenia
11. Pan Pacific
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As night settles over the city, old and new Singapore share the same stage. Viewed from above, the historic rooftops of ...
24/06/2026

As night settles over the city, old and new Singapore share the same stage. Viewed from above, the historic rooftops of Chinatown lead towards a skyline of gleaming towers, while People's Park Complex stands as an enduring icon of Singapore's architectural heritage, connecting the city's past and present in a single frame.
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The final light of evening lingers across the water, painting the landscape in shades of gold and amber. Reflected in th...
23/06/2026

The final light of evening lingers across the water, painting the landscape in shades of gold and amber. Reflected in the still waters below, the fading sun leaves a luminous trail, capturing the quiet beauty and serenity that accompany the day's end.
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A celebration of colour, geometry, and perspective. Built in 1993, these housing blocks in Bedok North are instantly rec...
22/06/2026

A celebration of colour, geometry, and perspective. Built in 1993, these housing blocks in Bedok North are instantly recognisable for their bold colours and rhythmic patterns. From within the courtyard to the facade itself, repeating forms and geometric lines create striking visual compositions that are both captivating and uniquely Singaporean.
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Returning to photograph this landmark after more than two years, I was reminded why it remains one of Singapore's most d...
21/06/2026

Returning to photograph this landmark after more than two years, I was reminded why it remains one of Singapore's most distinctive architectural icons. Built in 1974, it has become an enduring part of Singapore's urban landscape. As evening falls, its glowing corridors and repeating lines come alive above streets filled with motion, capturing both the character and energy that define this vibrant neighbourhood.
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The distinctive People's Park Complex viewed from a different perspective. Shot straight up, its facade unfolds like a g...
20/06/2026

The distinctive People's Park Complex viewed from a different perspective. Shot straight up, its facade unfolds like a giant mural—a striking abstract canvas of bold colours, patterns, and scale.
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Architecture becomes art when viewed from the right perspective. Repeating walkways, intersecting lines, and geometric f...
19/06/2026

Architecture becomes art when viewed from the right perspective. Repeating walkways, intersecting lines, and geometric forms create a striking visual rhythm, transforming an everyday interior into an abstract composition of symmetry, depth, and design.
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As daylight fades into the blue hour, the city reveals a different kind of beauty. Beneath the deepening sky, Singapore'...
18/06/2026

As daylight fades into the blue hour, the city reveals a different kind of beauty. Beneath the deepening sky, Singapore's skyline glows with light and colour, mirrored across the calm waters of Marina Bay.
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A serene sunrise moment captured in nature's embrace. Under an expansive sky filled with sculpted clouds, the still wate...
17/06/2026

A serene sunrise moment captured in nature's embrace. Under an expansive sky filled with sculpted clouds, the still waters reflect every detail with remarkable clarity, transforming a quiet lily pond into a scene of tranquil beauty.
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As the day draws to a close and the final glow of sunset paints the sky in shades of gold, the tranquil waters mirror th...
16/06/2026

As the day draws to a close and the final glow of sunset paints the sky in shades of gold, the tranquil waters mirror the fading light as the evening settles into a quiet stillness.
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