Sunday, September 23, 2007

One-North

Source : JTC Corporation (http://www.jtc.gov.sg/portfolio/one-north/pages/index.aspx)

Our aspiration is to create an exceptional place of vision and inspiration.

Imagine an environment bounded only by imagination itself. Where you can work, live and be inspired by leading scientists, researchers and technopreneurs from around the world. Where groundbreaking ideas are born from a stroll in the park and conventions challenged over coffee at a sidewalk cafe. Where anything is possible.

Welcome to one-north - a vibrant place and a lifestyle choice for the most creative minds of the new economy. A small piece of Singapore with a big part to play in shaping the future.

one-north comprises an area of about 200 hectares in central Singapore, to be developed in phases over the next 15-20 years. The purpose is to create a vibrant mix of commercial, residential and recreational environments, conducive for generating ideas and creating success. The master planner for one-north is Zaha Hadid Architects, a leading London-based practice whose work pushes the boundaries of architecture, extending and intensifying existing landscapes in the pursuit of a visionary aesthetic.

Focusing on the biomedical sciences, infocomm technology(ICT) and media industries, one-north is a meeting place of minds. An exceptional place for exceptional people to live and work, relax and learn. Where you can inspire and be inspired to push the boundaries of knowledge and turn ideas into groundbreaking innovations.

Biopolis, Asia's home for Biomedical Sciences

Located within one-north and in close proximity to the National University of Singapore, National University Hospital and the Singapore Science Parks, Biopolis is envisioned to be a world-class biomedical sciences research and development hub in Asia. This 185,000 sqm world-class R&D hub provides dedicated space for laboratory-based activities and an environment that fosters a collaborative culture among the private and public research community.

To seed growth, core elements of the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) is co-located at Biopolis Phase 1. The strategy is to encourage growth and strong interaction amonst the public research institutes, private biomedical companies, nearby hospitals and tertiary institutions. This will create a vibrant research community and pave the way for the birth of new ideas.


Fusionopolis, where science meets business and the arts

Envisioned to be one of the most happening places in one-north, Fusionopolis Phase 1 is designed by renowned architect Dr Kisho Kurokawa. It sizzles with energy 24/7. This is a gathering place for leaders and innovators in the infocomm and media industries, where research institutes, multi-national companies and start-ups work together in pioneering the development of technology products and solutions.

Fusionopolis Phase 1 comprising a two-tower cum podium complex integrated with work-live service apartments, amenity clubhouse, technology showcase, media studio and retail outlets is slated for completion by early 2008. It is almost fully taken up with several SERC institutes and laboratories as anchor tenants – namely, the Institute for Infocomm Research (I2R), the Institute of High Performance Computing (IHPC), the Network Storage Group of DSI and the Industrial Informatics Group of SIMTech. Several private sector companies and the Media Development Authority have also confirmed that they will be taking up space at Phase 1.

Located at a 1.3-hectare site at Ayer Rajah Avenue, Fusionopolis Phase 2A will comprise a new science and engineering R&D complex to be developed JTC. With 103,600 sqm of gross floor area, the new complex will have dry and wet laboratories, clean-room facilities and ground-floor retail units. The S$567 million complex is scheduled to be ready by end-2009.


Vista Xchange, corporate and business support hub in one-north

Vista Xchange is the corporate and business support Xchange in one-north. Covering 17 hectares in land area, it houses high-rise offices, a business hotel, retail-cum-entertainment centres and quality residential developments. Itis also the transport hub for one-north. The Buona Vista Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) station, a Circle Line (CCL) MRT station under construction and a future bus interchange provide seamless access to Singapore’s central business district, Changi International Airport and other parts of the island. At Vista Xchange the combination of offices, hotels, shops, entertainment, convention facilities, corporate retreat villas and artists villages bring out the excitement of 24/7 city centre living.

one-north will be a dynamic community for the new dynamic generation. A fun place that is always pulsating, never dull and never short of ideas, Chic apartments, open green spaces, arts and culture, sports and recreation. one-north has a creatobe atmosphere which seamlessly integrates all the elements of the mix.


One-North Park

Spanning 16 hectares in land area and divided into 13 land parcels,the one-north Park is a key component of the one-north master plan. It is a principle relief space for one-north’s work, live, play, and learn communities. one-north Park is a continuous, multi-purpose spine of landscaped spaces that encompasses the one-north site and its graceful form provides a strong counterpoint to the sharp edges of future buildings. It is the ideal venue for informal gatherings, spontaneous events and a meeting point for talents across industries in various xchanges to interact and exchange knowledge.


Rochester Park

Rochester Park is one of the three preserved heritage sites in one-north. Where green space meets urban space in an eclectic mix of styles, this place has 11 units of bungalows for interim periods of residential and commercial/retail usage. These bungalows, set amidst tree-lined winding roads, accomodate a variety of lifestyles such as restaurants with al-fresco dining, spas and wellness centres, art galleries and specialty boutiques. To retain the heritage and rustic environment in Rochester Park, the exterior façade of the bungalows will be conserved. However, the interior of the bungalows can be customised to suit the individual tenant’s requirements.


Wessex Estate

Nestled amid lush green vegetation, Wessex Estate is a colonial-style residential estate surrounded by open spaces and trees to provide a soothing and relaxing ambience for its residents. Narrow roads that wind around the ubiquitous Black and White houses create a closely-knit cluster of residential housing. Constructed around the 1940’s, the Black and White walk-up apartments and semi-detached houses have now become home to a community of artists, teachers and actors. As part of the one-north development initiative, Wessex Estate is slated to be a hub for the creative enclave. It is envisioned as a place where the gathering of diverse and creative minds will create a bohemian culture that transcends norms and boundaries.

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