ARC 3113 TALES OF THREE CITIES PROJECT 1

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BRAS BASAH.BUGISas an Arts, Cultural, Learning and Entertainment Hub



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as an Arts Cultural Learning and Entertainment Hub

ARC 3113 Tales of Three CitiesProject 1 : Ideas and Theories in Urbanism

Content

1. Mapping2. History3. Vision4. Objectives5. Comparison Table6. Projects7. Outcomes8. Conclusion9. References



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Singapore Map

WEST REGION

CENTRAL REGION

NORTH REGION

NORTH-WEST

REGION

EAST REGION



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Singapore District Map



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Singapore City Map

Singapore City Map 1958 Singapore City Map 1980 Singapore City Map 2014

From the observation,

1. The morphology of the district from 1958 to 2014.

2. Landfill of the central area due to insufficient of land.



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Bugis District



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History

Pre -1950s

19851950s -1980s

1950s

Night gathering oftrans women, black

street duringJapanese invaders.

Nighttime activities. Western tourist camefor street stalls, girls,food, booze, pasar

malam and shoppingafter WWII.

Demolition for thedevelopment of MRT,marking the end of

era.



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History

1987 -1988

2005 -present

1997 -2004

STB embarked on aninitiative to re-develop

Bugis Street.

Upgrading of retailstores and becamethe largest shopping

street.

New levels ofshopping experience.



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Vision



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Objectives



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Objective 1



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Objective 1 – to preserve the authenticity of the area – its distinctive, mix-eclectic character andcolors

FORM

- Building form andmassing are to bedesigned based on thescale, form andarchitectural expression

of the surroundingbuildings.



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FORM

- Building height steps upaway from Mount Sophiato retain a lower-risecharacter around the hill.



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FORM

- Extra building heightcould be approved forresidential development inorder to give greaterdesign flexibility.



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FORM

- Developments alongmajor arterial roads are tobuilt up to the line of RoadReserve up to 2/4 storey,taking reference from the

scale of the existingdevelopments.



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FORM

-Developmentsalong majorarterial roadsare to built upto the line ofRoad Reserveup to 2/4storey, takingreference fromthe scale ofthe existingdevelopments.



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ACTIVITY

- Medium to large scaledevelopments arepredominantly locatedalong the major arterialroads.

- Smaller scale andstandalone buildings arepredominantly locatedalong the other streets.



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MOVEMENT

PATTERN

- Varied streetscape withinnovations on the façadeto enhance the streetexperience.

- Pedestrian-friendlydistrict with connectionssuch as coveredwalkways and laneways,as well as permeability at

ground level for largerscale development.



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Objective 2



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Objective 2 – to introduce new uses that were complementary to existing ones

FORM

- Some buildings werecategorized as heritageassets and the façades ofthe buildings are to beremained untouched

unless approved by theauthorized councils.

Tao Nan School, the well-known institution, was transformed into Peranakan Museum



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Objective 2 – to introduce new uses that were complementary to existing ones

ACTIVITY

- Heritage buildings withits initial programs aremostly replaced with newprograms which benefitsthe communities.

Bugis Junction is a commercial complex built among a network of reconstructed shophouses,a transformation of historical streetscapes into enclosed shopping corridors.



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Objective 3



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Objective 3 – to fill a public need of accessibility

FORM

- Provide shades alongmajor arterial roads toabout the Road Reserve,with minimally 3.6m wide.

- External soffits tominimally match the widthof the walkway to provideadequate weatherprotection.



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FORM

- Each building to provideindividual parking baysand they shall not locateonto the main roads.



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MOVEMENT

PATTERN

- Vertical transportationsare to be operated at alltimes for public usage.



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MOVEMENT

PATTERN

- Sufficient holding baysand service areas to beprovided to prevent trafficcongestion along

adjacent roads.



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Objective 4



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Objective 4 – to emphasize the pedestrian life and quality of the public realm

FORM

- Low rise buildings atminor streets, where ashigh rise towers to be setback at 7.5/15m awayfrom line of Road

Reserve.



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FORM

- Area fronting thedevelopment is to belandscaped as attractive.

- Mandatory on

accessibility of the publicspaces

Obj i 4 h i h d i lif d li f h bli l



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FORM

- Elevated PedestrianLinks connect keycommercialdevelopments acrossmajor arterial roads.

Obj ti 4 t h i th d t i lif d lit f th bli l



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ACTIVITY

- Widen of pedestrianwalkways for QueenStreet and Waterloo Streetto host arts-related events

Obj ti 4 t h i th d t i lif d lit f th bli l



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MOVEMENT

PATTERN

- Comprehensive networkof pedestrian malls,through-block links,covered walkways,

second storey links andlaneways betweenbuildings.

- New laneways, south ofMiddle Road to providealternative pedestrianroute to the upcomingBencoolen MRT Station.

Through-block links allow pedestrians to move directly through largebuilding blocks, thereby improving ground level permeability and

pedestrian connectivity. A network of streets that form an extensionof Albert and Waterloo Malls is planned through the provision of

through-block links within developments fronting the malls.

Obj ti 5



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Objective 5

Objective 5 to bring lively street walks



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Objective 5 – to bring lively street walks

FORM

- Various arts, cultural andheritage developments,as well as key commercialbuildings are to providenight lighting to enhance

the district character atnight

Bars and clubs in Singapore are increasingly taking art in their concept to the next level andcollaborating artists

Objective 5 to bring lively street walks



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Objective 5 – to bring lively street walks

FORM

- Outdoor advertisementand illuminated signs areencouraged tocomplement thecharacter of the area and

add vibrancy and buzz

Objective 6



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Objective 6

Objective 6 to recreate the past in Singapore



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Objective 6 – to recreate the past in Singapore

FORM

- A replica of the oldBugis Street was built withimprovements on thesanitary.

- Sewerage and waterpipes are fitted and laterconcealed.

- Appearance like rooftiles, doors and windowshad to be authentic by

bringing back them fromthe demolition sites andeven from Malaysia tolook from certain tiles.

Table of Comparison



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Table of Comparison

Objectives

Form Activity Movement Pattern

1. To preserve the authority of thearea

Site specificbuilding

- Address to surrounding architecture- Raised up afar from Mt. Sophia- New dev. Needs to refer to existing dev.

Mix use

- Museum (Art)- Shopping (Entertainment)- Religious and Heritage (Culture)

Distinctive Vehicular and Pedestrian Route

- Diffused walkway path- Permeability of ground level

2. To introduce new uses that werecomplementary to existing ones

Remaining of old façade Changing of the programming n/a

3. To fill a public need of accessibility To adapt passive design- Shading- Overhang- Well-planned vehicular parking spacewithin building

n/a Vehicular friendly- Avoiding traffic disobedience- Open public vertical transportation

4. To emphasize the pedestrian lifeand quality of the public realm

Ground level clearance- 7.5/15m setback for high-rise building- no obstruction to public acess- encouraged outdoor spaces

Arts Event Pedestrian Friendly- Blocks linkage- Laneways- Covered walkways- Increase street width

5. To bring lively street walks Night Character- Night lighting as identity- Semiotic Streets

n/a n/a

6. To recreate the past in Singapore Old Bugis with authentic materials andbetter sanitation

n/a n/a

Projects



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Projects

Arts-Nurturing the localarts scene

1. Establishment ofLaSalle College of theArts, Nanyang Academyof Fine Arts, School ofArts.2. Collaboration with the

National Arts Council forarts housing

Projects



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Projects

Culture-Preserving itsrich culture and

architectural heritage

1. Advocating of three ofthe most significantschools in the area

Projects



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Projects

Learning-Revitalizingthe city by introducing a

city campus

1. Sited of SingaporeManagement University,interaction betweenstudents and downtownbusiness

2. Good space planning

Projects



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Projects

Entertainment-Injectingnew entertainment uses

1. Selling of site withinthe area for an UrbanEntertainment Centre

Projects



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Projects

A Well-connected,pedestrian-friendly

district

1. Albert and WaterlooStreets as focal pointsfor local community2. MRT network servingarea with 3 MRT stations

Public - private sectorspartnership

1. Collaboration withagencies such as theNational Arts Council,Ministry of Education

Outcome



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Outcome

LIVE-STUDY-

PLAY

ENVIRONMENT

- Small scale shops suchas art bookstores, artists’

workshops, galleries andtrendy cafes can be setup to cater to the needsof the students and artistpopulation. Buildings canhave interesting shopfronts with activities that

spill into the streets.

Outcome



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OUTDOOR

PERFORMANCE

- An open space hasbeen identified for thestaging for small-scalearts performances, open-

air exhibitions orconcerts.

Outcome



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- The Bras Basah.Bugis district today is teeming with youthful energy with a

population of 12,000 students and 1,500 teaching staff. Since the refurbishment of

the National |Museum in 2006 and the concentration of various museums within thedistrict, the visitorship to the National Museum has nearly tripled from 250,000 to700,000 in the first year of its opening. In terms of economic spin-offs, there hasbeen a 32 per cent and 17 per cent increase in median rentals for office space andshop space respectively.

- Landscaped pedestrian route, called the Stamford Green to connect SMU to Fort

Canning Park

Conclusion



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Reflecting the vision that URA set once, it is clearly seen that the result has been

achieved. In which, it has directly affect on its master planning and architecture

elements. The redevelopment of Bras Basah, Bugis involved multidisciplinary ofurban design which shows the complex relationships between all elements of built

and unbuilt space. (DoE, 1996)

References



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Mapping

http://www.ura.gov.sg/uol/master-plan/View-Master-Plan

History

http://visitus.bugisstreet.com.sg/history/

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bugis_Street

http://www.yoursingapore.com/content/traveller/en/browse/shopping/shop-by-category/curios-and-knick-knacks/bugisstreet.html

Vision Objectives Projects Outcomeshttps://www.ura.gov.sg/skyline/skyline08/skyline08-04/text/01.htm

http://ubin.mnd.gov.sg/uol/media-room/news/2008/jul/pr08-73.aspx

http://www.ura.gov.sg/uol/publications/lifestyle-reads/walking-maps-trails/central/bras-basah-bugis.aspx

http://www.hsse.nie.edu.sg/staff/blackburn/hertiagebugistreetasheritage.html

https://www.ura.gov.sg/uol/circulars/2013/nov/~/media/User%20Defined/URA%20Online/circulars/2013/nov/dc13-16/dc13-

16_Annex%20A.ashx

http://www.ura.gov.sg/uol/master-plan/View-Master-Plan/master-plan-2014/master-plan/Key-focuses/public-spaces/Public-

space

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