
The Singapore Pavilion carries the tagline "Where Dreams Take Shape" (Japanese: ゆめ・つなぐ・みらい), inviting visitors to explore the boundless possibilities of dreams alongside Singapore and take the first step in shaping the future.
Designed as a multi-sensory experience, the pavilion features immersive art installations created by various Singaporean artists.
The story of The Dream Sphere unfolds in three chapters, each aligned with the pavilion’s tagline.
Chapter 1:

Throughout history, generations of Singaporeans have dreamed of a place where they can belong, grow, and thrive.
Through relentless effort, these dreams have taken shape, fueling Singapore’s vitality.
As a nation of hope and aspirations, Singapore will continue to nurture dreams for generations to come.
Visitors are welcomed into The Dream Sphere by an award-winning Singaporean artist, Jerrold Chong, whose pastel-toned animations introduce the journey of dreams.
The experience continues with intricate paper-cut installations by Melissa Tan and Ashley Yeo, illustrating Singapore’s evolution as a City in Nature.

Chapter 2:

What does it mean to build an inclusive future? Singapore envisions a city where people coexist harmoniously with nature. This chapter explores how the nation continues to reimagine urban living and create sustainable, thriving communities.
Here, Ashley Yeo’s delicate paper art installations blend seamlessly with Jerrold Chong’s vibrant visuals, depicting Singapore’s commitment to sustainable living in harmony with nature.
As visitors move forward, they enter a tunnel leading to the next chapter, where a captivating sound installation by Zul Mahmod awaits. Known for his immersive and experimental approach to sound art, Zul has crafted a dreamlike audio-visual experience featuring motorized music boxes delicately suspended from the ceiling, resembling clouds. The interplay of light, shadows, textures, and movement creates a mesmerizing atmosphere, wrapping visitors in a seamless sonic journey through the clouds.

Chapter 3:
In the final chapter, visitors step inside The Dream Sphere, where interactive exhibits allow them to engage in the process of transforming dreams into reality.
Beyond the exhibits, the Singapore Pavilion offers a café, bar, retail space, and live performances, providing visitors with a rich and immersive cultural experience.
Featured Artists of the Singapore Pavilion
Ashley Yeo
Born in 1990, Ashley Yeo is a Singapore-based artist known for her delicate paper sculptures. She holds a BA in Fine Arts from LASALLE College of the Arts (Singapore) and an MA from Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London. Her works have been exhibited in Singapore, Japan, South Korea, the UK, and the US. In 2018, she became the first Singaporean artist nominated for the Loewe Foundation Craft Prize in London.
Her work explores themes of lightness and slowness, reflecting on hedonistic cultural accumulations. Her paper sculptures emphasize geometry, precision, and the spiritual power of simple materials, while her recent projects focus on our connection with nature.
Jerrold Chong
An award-winning animation filmmaker and director, Jerrold Chong is a co-founder of Finding Pictures, a local animation studio. He has received numerous accolades, including the Young Artist Award (2022) from the National Arts Council (NAC) Singapore.
His films have been showcased at prestigious international festivals, including:
Cannes Directors’ Fortnight, Busan International Film Festival, Annecy International Animation Film Festival, Singapore International Film Festival (SGIFF).
He also co-directed The Road Ahead, an animated music video for Singapore’s National Day in 2021.
Melissa Tan
Born in 1989, Melissa Tan is a visual artist based in Singapore. She holds a BA in Fine Arts from LASALLE College of the Arts. With seven solo exhibitions and multiple group exhibitions, she was recently honored with the Young Artist Award (2023).
Melissa was the youngest participant in the Singapore Biennale 2016, and her works have been showcased at exhibitions worldwide, including:
Château de Versailles (France), Impressionist exhibitions in France, Strarta Art Fair (London),
Saatchi Gallery (London), Dena Foundation Artist Residency Program (France National Arts Council).
Her artistic exploration is deeply rooted in her fascination with nature, mapping, and contextualization. Her latest projects delve into the poetics of moving spatial objects and the resonance of classical myths and narratives.
Zul Mahmod
A pioneer in Singapore’s contemporary sound art scene, Zul Mahmod is recognized for his innovative approach to sound-based installations. His work explores spatial perception, acoustic architecture, and social themes, creating multi-layered, immersive experiences.
Key highlights of his career:
Represented Singapore at the 2006 Ogaki Biennale (Japan), Created Singapore’s first full-scale sound sculpture at the 2007 Venice Biennale, Contributed to Singapore Biennale 2016, earning the Fukutake Soichiro Award (2017), His work SONICreflection was acquired by the Fukutake Foundation, further cementing his global reputation in the art world.
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Since gaining independence in 1965, Singapore has continuously transformed its vision into reality, creating a livable environment for all life forms—including plants, animals, and communities.
Through The Dream Sphere, the Singapore Pavilion showcases its bold and innovative efforts in urban development and sustainability. The tagline "Where Dreams Take Shape" reflects the pavilion’s goal of inspiring visitors to explore the infinite possibilities of dreams and take action in shaping the future.

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