Conceived as a bridge-like coral reef interspersed with a variety of stylized “corals”, the proposed aquarium emerges from the water as a striking living sculpture. A seemingly random mix of clear and translucent portholes, based on location and function, adds interest and mystery to the main exterior shell. Positioned on an elevated pond, a futuristic IMAX globe surrounded by a ring of “corals” completes the dramatic massing composition. Situated along the waterfront, the large iconic “vertical coral” which houses a dramatic aviary, is intended to allude to a lighthouse.

The overall interiors, recreating the dynamic, fluid folds of corals and coral reefs, transport the visitors through a breathtaking “underwater world”: Multi-level, interconnected spaces surrounded by dazzling glow-in-the-dark displays. (bioluminescence).