Paya Lebar Central - A Vibrant Commercial

Hub

An artist impression of the future plaza next to Paya Lebar MRT station
About 12 ha of land in the area is available for development. This translates
to approximately 500,000 sqm of commercial floor space.

A mixture of land parcel sizes will be available to cater to different

commercial needs. The larger developments will be grouped around the
junction of Tanjong Katong Road and Sims Avenue to anchor the area with
retail and office developments.

A public plaza next to Paya Lebar MRT interchange will inject even more buzz
into the area. This will become a focal point for activities as well as a
gathering space for MRT commuters, shoppers and the office crowd. A
signature image will thus emerge for Paya Lebar Central: a popular open
plaza framed by the bustle of offices, shops and well-designed public spaces.
A Delightful River Walk

An artist impression of the future developments integrated with Geylang river

With the completion of the Marina Barrage in 2008, water levels in its
catchment area including Geylang River can stabilise. This presents an
unprecedented opportunity to integrate the River with future developments,
creating attractive public spaces in Paya Lebar Central.

A newly reconstructed stretch of Geylang River will take centrestage within a

new commercial development along Tanjong Katong Road. Here, a mix of
offices and shops will bring life to the riverbanks.

Relax...and have fun at the river

Picturesque landscaping juxtaposed with the waterway will create a soothing
River Walk. Stroll from shop to shop, grab a bite or take a romantic stroll.
Pedestrian walkways along the river will ensure that this delightful River Walk
is open to all.
Easy on the Feet

An artist impression of the future pedestrain mall along Geylang Road

Paya Lebar Central is planned for the convenience of pedestrians, right from
the point when you arrive at Paya Lebar MRT interchange. Covered walkways,
underground walkways and overhead bridges will all help to make the
neighbourhood a breeze to walk through.

Getting to popular destinations on Geylang Road, like Geylang Serai Market,

will be quick and comfortable. From Paya Lebar MRT interchange, pedestrians
can simply cross a plaza and walk through the shopping galleria leading to
Geylang Serai Market.

On Geylang Road itself, the new pedestrian mall will be an easy route if you
want to take in the sights. Shops, outdoor kiosks and cafes will spice up the
walk especially when the mall teems with temporary bazaar stalls.
Pedestrian mall within a commercial development
Space for the Community

An artist impression of the future civic centre beside the new Geylang Serai
Market
Today, a lively commercial strip of markets, sundry shops, and retail centres
can be found along Changi / Geylang Roads. The local character comes
through strongly with the popular Geylang Serai Market and the festive Hari
Raya Bazaars during Ramadan.
Lively community events
The new civic centre, called Wisma Geylang Serai, is envisaged to be a
cultural showpiece for the Geylang Serai area which is rich in heritage and
history. It will also be a new distinctive icon for the area, synonymous to
Geylang Serai Market and Joo Chiat Complex, which come to mind when
people think of Geylang Serai. Facilities will include a Community Club,
Community Development Council offices and facilities for arts groups. There
will be a plaza fronting the civic centre that will become a natural focal point
for staging community events in the Geylang Serai area, such as festive
activities and bazaars.

Soak in the festivities at the Hari Raya bazaar

CENTRAL DISTRICT GROWTH STRATEGIES
1. SUSTAINING A DYNAMIC ECONOMY

Central Area will continue to be a dynamic city centre where job and business
opportunities abound, a playground with endless options for all, and where
homes are just a walking distance from work and play.

2. INJECTING MIXED USES

The CBD will continue to be rejuvenated with an increasingly diverse mix of
uses due to the injection of residential, hotel and retail uses from new
developments. A new retail & entertainment spine along Bayfront Avenue in
Marina Bay will add retail and entertainment diversity to our city.

3. CONNECTING PEOPLE & PLACES

To further enhance intra-city and island-wide connectivity, the MRT network
will be doubled and there will be improvements to the commuter journey. In
the next 10 years, developments in the Central Area will be within a 5-minute
walk, on average, from an MRT station. A network of dedicated cycling paths
will be implemented in the Central Area, to promote cycling as an alternative
mode of transport.

Improving the Last Mile of Commuter Journey

To complement the public transport network, efforts will be made to enhance
the "last mile" of the commuter's journey. Through the creation of attractive
streetscape and sheltered pedestrian links, walking to a public transport node
or any other destination in the city will be a more enjoyable experience. In
addition, 29km of underground links have been planned within the city to
improve accessibility and allow pedestrians to move around the city in all-
weather comfort. The underground pedestrian network will help to achieve
seamless integration with MRT stations.

4. PROVIDING MORE HOUSING

In the next 15 years, more housing will be built in city locations such as the
CBD, Marina Bay, Marina South, River Valley, Pearls Hill, and the Ophir-
Rochor area. Every development will be within a 5 to 10 minutes walk to
transport nodes, shops, restaurants, cultural attractions and recreational
spaces.

5. CREATING A SUSTAINABLE AND LIVEABLE CITY

More Eco-friendly Buildings

Buildings are encouraged to be more energy efficient and incorporate eco-
features e.g. rainwater collection and greywater recycling.

Climatic Comfort
Principles of air flow will be incorporated into urban design to create cooler
streets.

Marina Barrage
Marina Barrage has turned Marina Bay into Singapores first city-centre
reservoir, forming a haven for recreational water activities.

The Marina Catchment Area

formed by Marina Barrage is the island's largest and most urbanised water
catchment, with an area 1/6 the size of Singapore.

236 ha
of park, promenade and park connectors are set aside within Central Area.
Every development will be within a 5 to 10 minutes walk to a park,
promenade or public space.

PubliCity
PubliCity is an initiative by URA that aims to create quality new public spaces
and enliven and activate existing ones. We can look forward to more
enhancements to our public spaces through better design and programming,
so as to better meet the needs of the community.

More Skyrise Greenery

Supportive government policies are in place to expand our green spaces
through the provision of more sky parks and vertical greenery. Through the
LUSH programme, new developments in Marina Bay and key growth areas
are to provide 100% greenery replacement.
More Car-free Zones
More car-free environments will promote walking, allow pedestrians and
activities to reclaim the street and bring life to the city. Every development
will be within a 5 to 10 minutes walk to a park, promenade or public space.

6. PLACEMAKING

To build upon the urban design and conservation efforts in our city, we will
focus on placemaking and place management to render the different districts
more delightful and memorable.
URA works with the stakeholders and other agencies to develop programming
and to create a kaleidoscope of fun activities for each of these precincts -
Marina Bay, Singapore River, Orchard Road, Civic District and Bras
Basah.Bugis.

TOWARDS A SUSTAINABLE AND LIVEABLE CITY

Singapore aspires to be a City-in-a-Garden. While the city already enjoys

clean air and water and green streetscapes, we will continue to improve
urban biodiversity, add greenery, encourage the use of public transport and
promote energy efficiency.
The Central Area possesses a wealth of distinguished buildings and storied
districts. The citys built and natural heritage enriches the urban experience,
with community and cultural activities helping to strengthen a sense of
belonging for the people.
To sustain a dynamic economy and provide room for the growth of the city,
Marina Bay has been planned as an extension of Singapores downtown. With
a vibrant mix of uses and a high quality live-work-play environment, this
locale draws a diversity of individuals who enjoy the urban lifestyle. At the
same time, other districts in the Central Area will continue to be revitalised
and rejuvenated.
CIVIC AND CULTURAL DISTRICT BY THE BAY

The Civic District is known as the historic birthplace of modern Singapore and
is part of a master plan created by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1822. It is located
on the banks of the Singapore River, adjacent to the river mouth which was
the founding point of our modern metropolis.
The area features some of Singapores more notable historic buildings and
spaces, including the Asian Civilisations Museum, the Victoria Theatre and
Concert Hall, the former Supreme Court and City Hall buildings, the Old
Parliament House, Queen Elizabeth Walk and the Padang.
The previous Master Plan for the Civic District was prepared in the 1980s.
Since then, a number of waterfront attractions such as the Esplanade
Theatres on the Bay, the Merlion Park and the ArtScience Museum have been
added to the collection of civic and cultural institutions, including the Asian
Civilisations Museum (the former Empress Place Building) and the Arts House
(the former Old Parliament House).
URA has plans to enhance the public space within the Civic District to
coincide with the adaptive reuse of the former Supreme Court and City Hall
as the National Art Gallery, and the renovation of the Victoria Theatre and
Concert Hall and the Asian Civilisations Museum. All of these will be
completed by 2015. This project aims to improve the quality of the public
spaces and strengthen the identity and attractiveness of the Civic District as
a world-class arts and cultural hub for Singapore.
The design and quality of the public spaces in between these major buildings
and the pedestrian links to the adjacent precincts will be improved. These
include connections to Fort Canning Park, the Bras Basah.Bugis district, the
nearby City Hall MRT Station and the waterfront promenade around Marina
Bay.
 THE HEART OF THE CITY FOR ALL

A place for the people

A place to engage the community and the arts
A place to showcase Singapores creative and artistic expression
A place to link Singapores past and aspirations for the future
THE STRATEGIES FOR THE CIVIC AND CULTURAL DISTRICT
BY THE BAY:
Introducing a pedestrian-friendly precinct at Empress Place and
Esplanade Park
Creating a more elegant and expansive public space befitting the civic
character of Empress Place
Enabling interactive and fun activities to create engaging and delightful
experiences for all age groups
Bringing visitors closer to the water with stepped plazas that serve as
seats to view events on the river
A WALKABLE DISTRICT
The parks will be redesigned to include more amenities such as public
seating, night lighting and wayfinding signage.
Trees will be planted to provide cooler places to rest and relax.
 Artist's impression: Visitors can walk alongside shaded open spaces

Artist's impression: Pedestrian-priority space alongside Esplanade Park for

people to stroll freely within the precinct
SPACES FOR PEOPLE AND EVENTS
Flexible spaces with in-built infrastructure will allow for easier setting
up of events, pop-up structures and mobile kiosks.

Artists impression: At night, the Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall becomes a
vibrant event space
Artists impression: Existing promenade will be opened up with steps down
to the waters edge and an urban beach

MARINA SOUTH
A Lively Mixed-Use Residential District that is Green,
Walkable and Cycle-Friendly
Marina South, located next to Bay South Garden and the Straits of Singapore,
will set a new standard for sustainable urban living.
Imagine an urban village characterised by city streets with corner shops,
cafes, grocery stores, barbers and beauty salons. All these within a short walk
or bicycle ride. The village main street is free of cars. Children play safely as
parents shop or dine outdoors. Residential communities are planned as Street
Neighbourhoods where residents have opportunities for face-to-face contact.
Walking and cycling are the choice modes to move around with shaded walks
and dedicated cycling paths.

Mixed-use and Lively Streets

It will be a residential district with a difference. Mixed-use ensures a variety of
commercial and community uses are at the doorstep. Grocers, delis, clinics,
salons and work spaces will be located on the street level of developments
with residences on the upper levels. Its streets are planned as active, outdoor
living rooms for the community. Street corners with convenience stores
become meeting points for the community.

Walking is a Stroll in the Park, Cycling is a Breeze

There will be sheltered connections for pedestrians to walk comfortably to
any destination, underground, above ground, and at street level. Streets
connect the network of courtyards, playgrounds, and ground floors of mixed-
use and residential developments. Adults and children can cycle safely on
dedicated cycling paths around the district.

Shared Spaces, Convivial Communities

Marina South will be a fenceless community whereby residents can enjoy the
best that city living has to offer. One of the hallmarks of city living is the
opportunity to be part of the community, whether it is on a local precinct,
street or district level. All that is needed is a conducive setting for it to
happen naturally. From local bakeries, childcare centres, tranquil courtyards
to playgrounds, each precinct offers and shares a variety of publicly-
accessible amenities, including parks and plazas, where residents can meet,
interact and socialise.

More Homes in the City Centre

Marina South will be a mixed-use, high-density residential district that
provides more options for city living with 9,000 new homes. This means that
more people can live near their work place.

Better Transport Connectivity

From any point in Marina South, a 5-minute walk will be all it takes to reach a
public transport node. Making the city living without cars will be possible with
the intricate network of MRT lines, cycling paths and pedestrian walkways
serving the district.
AN URBAN VILLAGE
A friendly word or smile can make your day. Having community amenities
such as shops, cafes, grocers and open spaces on the first floors of residential
developments not only mean greater convenience for those living above and
nearby, but more opportunities for neighbours to meet and interact with one
another.

Fenceless Precinct
The grounds of mixed-use residential developments will be fenceless with
through-block links, courtyards and open spaces interspersed with amenities
like childcare centres, kindergartens, galleries, clinics and playgrounds to
create a warm and close-knit precinct.
Artists impression: Enjoy an exchange of friendly words with our neighbours
at the local playground or cafe.
Street Neighbourhoods
These grounds adjacent to the pedestrianised street will be spaces shared
with the wider community for a variety of uses, creating street
neighbourhoods that are welcoming and lively.

District with Multi-level Linkages

The multi-level connectivity within the entire district will allow pedestrians to
move seamlessly from one development to another and across the entire
district to the waterfront and Bay South Garden.
MADE FOR PEDESTRIANS

Artists impression: Soak in the local buzz. Enjoy a cuppa and watch the world
go by- all within this multi-level pedestrianised street
Active Neighbourhood Streets
Would you rather walk on a street that is boring and unfriendly or one that is
lively with never a dull moment? The streets of Marina South will not only be
walkable , but lively and friendly. Other than shops, F&B outlets and
amenities, there will be lots of greenery and open spaces along the streets to
allow people to fully enjoy the experience of being outdoors.
Multi-level Pedestrianised Street
At the core of the pedestrian network is a 800m long, 30m-wide
pedestrianised street with an underground mall, stretching between two
Thomson Line MRT stations. Apart from serving as a pleasant walking route,
this underground mall will be a central community corridor buzzing with
activity, both above and below ground.

Seamless integration between the buildings, pedestrianised street and the

underground mall that links directly to the MRT stations
A Garden Above The Rest
Elevated above the bustle on the ground, there will be a lushly landscaped
walkway dedicated for pedestrian use. It will serve as a direct link between
Bay South Garden and the coast. Shoot the breeze here, enjoy a quiet
moment or take a leisurely jog.

Artists impression: Enjoy panoramic views of the city and the tranquil
waterfront
Take a leisure stroll between the gardens and the ocean on the elevated
walkway, and enjoy its landscaped walks, benches and look-out points

GREEN LIFESTYLE
Green Is Cool
Marina South will be among the most environmentally friendly districts in
Singapore. With the highest Greenmark standards set for Marina Bay, it will
be 30% more energy-efficient than usual. Buildings here will incorporate eco-
features such as rainwater collection, greywater recycling, extensive
greenery and high energy efficiency, becoming a model for urban
sustainability.
This coastal district will also harness the wind to cool the air and create a
more comfortable living environment. The main arterial roads and the
Pedestrianised Street will be aligned to the prevailing wind directions to allow
better wind flow, while building heights within each streetblock will be varied
to facilitate air movement at the pedestrian level.

Who Needs Cars?

The area will be well served by public transport with two MRT stations forming
an underground mall running the entire length of the district. Future
extension of the Rapid Transit System (RTS) network will enhance the
connectivity to other areas. Cycling and walking will be a breeze with
dedicated bicycle lanes and shaded, active streets.
Sense of Space and Panoramic Views
To enhance the pedestrian experience with human-scale intimacy,
developments fronting the pedestrianised street will be low-rise while
building heights step up towards the arterial roads. A similar approach will be
taken for developments with a frontage to Bay South Garden so as to
optimise the scenic views.
GREATER SOUTHERN WATERFRONT
HOW DO YOU SEE THE GREATER SOUTHERN WATERFRONT
TAKING SHAPE IN THE FUTURE?

With about 1,000 hectares of land - that is 3 times the size of Marina Bay - up
for development in the Greater Southern Waterfront after 2030, the
landscape we can paint is limited only by our imagination. As we stand at the
threshold of a new chapter in our citys development, we would like to share
6 broad ideas for the Greater Southern Waterfront with you. The possibilities
are immense and we would like to hear your ideas for this extraordinary
waterfront of the future.
The planned relocation of the City Terminals and Pasir Panjang Terminal to
Tuas will free up 325 and 600 hectares of waterfront land respectively. The
first set of berths at Tuas Port will be operational in 10 years time, and the
City Terminals will be phased out by 2027. The areas now occupied by the
City Terminals and Pasir Panjang Terminal will present a redevelopment
opportunity of enormous potential.

The size of the Greater Southern Waterfront affords opportunities to create

many differentiated waterfront districts, with unique characters and
experiences. Currently under development are Bayfront and Marina Central
areas, which are located next to the CBD. Marina South will also be launched
for development in a few years time. Elsewhere, plans for the remaining
areas, including Labrador, Tanjong Pagar and Pulau Brani, will continue to be
explored and refined before they are implemented in the longer term.

Greater Southern Waterfront represents an opportunity to create a new

waterfront city that is seamlessly integrated with our downtown and
surrounding housing and businesses near the city. Greater Southern
Waterfront could be built up for new housing, commercial, cultural and
entertainment uses, cementing Singapores growing reputation as a world-
class city for its people to live, work and play.
Whats a great city without great public spaces? The Central Linear Park in
Marina Bay can be extended into Greater Southern Waterfront. Opportunities
abound for people to stroll, run and take in the new city sights along the
extended Central Linear Park, from the current Marina Bay Promontory to the
waters of Keppel Channel which overlook Pulau Brani in the distance. Another
possibility is to create a new pedestrian axis which branches diagonally from
the Central Linear Park, further increasing the network of public spaces
through future new city districts. This new axis could be designated as a car-
free zone, thereby creating opportunities for vibrant street life.

Our reservoirs not only form a key component of Singapores plan to achieve
water self-sufficiency, but also provide picturesque settings for a range of
outdoor recreational activities. A new reservoir could be created between
Tanjong Pagar and Pulau Brani to retain rainwater from the Greater Southern
Waterfront and to store excess water from Marina Reservoir that is currently
discharged into the sea. This possible future Southern Reservoir would
increase local water supply. It would also allow for the creation of an
attractive network of canals through human-scale neighbourhoods with lively
 streetscapes. The canal provides connections to other destinations within the
Greater Southern Waterfront.

With so many places of interest dotting Greater Southern Waterfront, a

continuous corridor to connect them all would open up fresh possibilities for a
leisurely day out. Can you imagine a continuous, uninterrupted 30 km-long
waterfront for walking, running and cycling? One could make stops from
Labrador and Harbourfront all the way to the International Cruise Terminal
and the Gardens by the Bay at Marina South for a unique and varied
waterfront experience.

To promote biodiversity and augment the green network in the densely built-
up city, existing green spaces such as Labrador Park, Berlayer Creek and
Mount Faber could be linked to Pulau Branis existing hillock through a green
corridor. These will allow seamless movement across these places amidst
nature and greenery. At the same time, a proposed eco-corridor could provide
an unbroken ecological connection that links Gardens by the Bay to the
island-wide green network, including the Rail Corridor and Southern Ridges.
Embedded in this corridor would be inviting public spaces for community
interaction, activities and events.
The 6 ideas on Greater Southern Waterfront are drawn from the following
consultancies:
1. Greater Southern Waterfront Design Consultancy by Urban Strategies
Inc.
2. Sustainable Development Framework Planning and Design for Marina
Bay
and Greater Southern Waterfront by AECOM Singapore Pte. Ltd.

Marina Bay and Marina South

Marina Bay

Daniel Cheong
Marina Bay is a successful example of Singapores long term planning. The
360ha area was reclaimed during the 1970s and 1908s in anticipation of the
need to grow the city centre in the future. Marina Bay allows for the seamless
extension of Singapore's Central Business District and further supports the
city-state's continuing growth as a global business and financial hub.

It is planned as a vibrant, mixed-use district with round-the-clock activities

based on sustainable development strategies. It is well served by public
transport with 4 RTS lines and 9 MRT stations and is the first district in
Singapore to be planned upfront with a network of dedicated cycling lanes.
Transit-oriented development optimises access for residents, workers and
visitors to public transport. Marina Bay is Singapores first city to play host to
water activities and is the focal point for major events. Together with the
waterfront promenade and its loop of attractions and vibrant public spaces,
Marina Bay aims to be a Peoples Bay and will play a role in defining the
character of Marina Bay in its leafy streetscape, lush park and sky-rise
gardrens.

The next phase of development includes a new lively and mixed-use

residential district at Marina South that is planned to be green, walkable and
cycle-friendly.
Marina South
Marina South, located next to Bay South Garden and the Straits of Singapore,
will set a new standard for sustainable urban living.

Imagine an urban village characterised by city streets with corner shops,

cafes, grocery stores, barbers and beauty salons. All these within a short walk
or bicycle ride. The village main street is free of cars. Children play safely as
parents shop or dine outdoors. Residential communities are planned as Street
Neighbourhoods where residents have opportunities for face-to-face contact.
Walking and cycling are the choice modes to move around with shaded walks
and dedicated bike paths.
Mixed-Use and Lively Streets
It will be a residential district with a difference. Mixed-use ensures a variety of
commercial and community uses are at the doorstep. Shops, grocers, delis,
clinics, salons and work spaces will be located on the street level of
developments with residences on the upper levels. Its streets are planned as
active, outdoor living rooms for the community. Street corners with
convenience stores become meeting points for the community.

Walking is a Stroll in the Park, Cycling is a Breeze

There will be sheltered connections for pedestrians to walk comfortably to
any destination, underground, above ground, and at street level. Streets
connect the network of courtyards, playgrounds, and ground floors of mixed-
use and residential developments. Adults and children can cycle safely on
dedicated cycling paths around the district.
Shared Spaces, Convivial Communities
Marina South will be a fenceless community whereby residents can enjoy the
best that city living has to offer. One of the hallmarks of city living is the
opportunity to be part of the community, whether it is on a local precinct,
street or district level. All that is needed is a conducive setting for it to
happen naturally. From local bakeries, childcare centres, tranquil courtyards
to playgrounds, each precinct offers and shares a variety of publicly-
accessible amenities, parks and plazas, where residents can meet, interact
and socialise.

More Homes in the City Centre

Marina South will be a mixed-use, high-density residential district that
provides more options for city living. This means that more people can live
near their work place.

Better Transport Connectivity

From any point in Marina South, a 5-minute walk will be all it takes to reach a
public transport node. Making the city lively without cars will be possible with
the intricate network of MRT lines, cycling paths and pedestrian walkways
serving the district.