A giant 60-hectre site has been earmarked for the landmark residential district which will enjoy 'water-garden living'.
THE development of Singapore's 'next-generation' housing has begun.
The government today announced a giant 60-hectare site at Marina South earmarked for a landmark residential district - what it calls 'waterfront-garden living' in the heart of the city.
As many as 11,000 apartments are expected to be built in the midst of other commercial, hotel and community facilities.
This marks a new chapter for Marina South - known for its bowling alleys, seafood restaurants and wide open spaces. The existing buildings on the site will now make way for the new residential district.
To garner fresh ideas and designs for the development, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and the Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA) have launched a design competition for the site, located between the Garden at Marina South and the Straits of Singapore, near the existing Marina South Pier and upcoming Marina Barrage.
The winning ideas may be included into URA's 2008 Master Plan for Marina South.
Up to 10 winning designs will be selected, and a cash prize of $50,000 will be shared among the winners.
The designs must focus on achieving the experience of living in a waterfront garden, and emphasise environemntal sustainability and a strong community feel.
Budding student and professional architects alike - local and foreign - are invited to participate and the winners will be announced during the Singapore Design Festival 2007 in November.
A URA spokesman said details of the launch date will be announced later.
Waterfront-Garden Living by the Bay
Marina Bay is the centrepiece of Singapore's urban transformation into a vibrant, global city.
Several prime sites have already been earmarked for exciting new developments, including the Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort and the 100-ha Gardens By the Bay.
Ciity living with magnificent views of the waterfront or greenery is the lifestyle choice of many Singaporeans.
It is in line with the Concept Plan 2001- URA's long term plan that guides Singapore's development over the next 40 to 50 years - which called for more city living options for Singaporeans.
Related Link - http://www.ura.gov.sg/pr/text/2007/pr07-97.html
URA News Release - Waterfront-Garden Living Planned at Marina South
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