SAA Architects, 36 Cleantech Loop, #03-22 Surbana Jurong Campus, Singapore (2026)

04/09/2026

The next generation of industrial districts is no longer defined by what they contain, but by how well they connect people to industries, innovation to production, and ideas to opportunity.

A testament to that vision, SAA’s Bulim Square was named BuildSG | BCA Singapore’s Project of the Year (Industrial Category) – recognising the scale, complexity, and ambition of transforming industrial estates into vibrant, inclusive environments where live, work, play, and learn come together.

Envisioned as the heart of Jurong Innovation District (JID), Bulim Square connects five interconnected precincts – Bulim, CleanTech Park, Bahar, Tengah, and Nanyang Technological University – through the Sky Corridor, bridging industry and community. Socially engaging spaces, shared amenities and cross-sector facilities create opportunities for everyday encounter, knowledge exchange, and greater innovation.

This recognition reflects the collective efforts and shared commitment of everyone involved. Congratulations to our SAA team led by Puay Lin Siah and Sherllyn Hoo, alongside our client JTC Corporation and collaborators Rich Construction Company (RCC), TYLin, Beca, and BSD who brought this vision to life.

04/09/2026

[Urban Insights] The Evolution of Transit-Oriented Developments in Singapore (Part 2 of 4)

As the needs of urban life change, Transit-Oriented Developments (TODs) must adapt to remain relevant and responsive to the communities they serve. Through thoughtful renewal, existing transit infrastructure can be reimagined it to meet contemporary urban needs.

Tiong Bahru Plaza was one of SAA’s earlier Asset Enhancement Initiative projects for a retail mall. Situated within Singapore’s oldest public housing estate, the 2015 rejuvenation of the modest suburban mall was guided by three key principles:

· Activating Public Spaces: A new podium, incorporating a multi-generational garden with playground, was appended to the original development to create more shared spaces for the community to gather.

· Connecting Movement: Key circulation routes were also redesigned to connect directly to the MRT station entrance, improving connectivity, accessibility, and footfall.

· Upgrading Existing Infrastructure: The building’s ageing M&E systems were upgraded, alongside LED lighting replacement, to improve overall environmental performance, contributing to its BCA Green Mark Platinum certification.

Transforming ageing urban assets remains vital in urban development to improve accessibility, proximity and connectivity, while creating more spaces for community life. TODs can adapt to changing urban needs and serve as relevant anchors in everyday life.

28/08/2026

[Urban Insights] The Evolution of Transit-Oriented Developments in Singapore (Part 1 of 4)

Transit-Oriented Developments (TODs) offer cities a way to become more connected, productive and liveable. In high-density environments, transit nodes are also opportunities for placemaking, where the flows of everyday movement turn into shared third spaces where people pause, gather and meet.

In this TOD series, we dive deeper into how TOD has transformed the urban space, tracing its evolution through SAA’s projects, and how each reimagines urban life in different ways.

As one of Singapore’s first multi-plot TODs, jem and J-Walk transformed Jurong East into a more people-centric precinct, guided by three key principles:

· Seamless Connectivity: J-Walk, an elevated, all-weather walkway that links jem, Jurong East MRT station, and the wider precinct into a seamless loop, connecting previously disparate destinations into a continuous pedestrian experience.

· Intuitive Wayfinding: A large interactive LED facade establishes a visual anchor and orientation, giving the precinct a recognisable identity and making movement intuitive.

· Efficient Access: Two 24-hour through-block linkways open the development to access surrounding destinations, improving permeability and channelling footfall throughout the development.

Designed by SAA in collaboration with KCAP, jem and J-Walk demonstrate how TOD principles transform transit nodes into engaging urban destinations, bringing people closer to shops, services, and surrounding amenities.

21/08/2026

Architecture shapes how people connect, work and thrive. Tonight, three SJ Group projects were recognised at the Singapore Institute of Architects Architectural Design Awards - each demonstrating how thoughtful design can enrich everyday life.

· Geneo+ (No 1 & 7 @ Science Park Drive): Design Award (Public Place Making – Masterplan)

A vibrant “mini city” – designed in collaboration with seriesarchitects + multiplyarchitects – that reimagines the future of work through people-first amenities and purpose-built infrastructure.

· SJ Campus: Design Award (Office Buildings)

A living showcase of smart, sustainable design – delivered together with Safdie Architects – with biophilia at its core to foster greater collaboration and connection.

· Temasek Shophouse: Design Award (Alterations & Additions)

An expanded social impact hub – four adjoining century-old buildings transformed through adaptive reuse, where design, sustainability, and heritage come together.

Each project responds to a distinct brief, context and ambition, yet all share a commitment to purposeful, people-centred design - shaped in close partnership with our clients and collaborators.

Congratulations to our architecture teams led by Ivy Koh and Puay Lin Siah, and to Praveen Hassan Chandrashekar, Naree Phinyawatana and all colleagues & partners who brought these projects to life.

20/08/2026

As Singapore’s population ages, thoughtfully designed nursing homes enable residents to age well with dignity, comfort and a sense of belonging. SAA designed the new Lentor Health Nursing Home in Hougang as a serene sanctuary where communal areas are purposefully balanced with private spaces so that residents can move freely between shared living spaces, outdoor gardens, and their personal quarters.

Opened in early 2026, the seven-storey development accommodates more than 260 resident beds, alongside strategically integrated senior care centre, therapy rooms, a multi-purpose hall, and other supporting facilities to create efficient care environments while fostering a homely atmosphere.

A central air well draws abundant daylight and natural ventilation deep into the interior, while establishing visual connections across multiple levels to bring a constant sense of activity. The light-filled courtyard also serves as gathering points where residents, visitors, and staff can rest and connect.

Colour-themed wards and vibrant active zones introduce warmth and familiarity into the living environment. This distinct colour palette also enhances intuitive wayfinding, enabling elderly residents to navigate the building with greater confidence and ease. Recognised with the MOHH Design Excellence Award (Gold) and Green Mark GoldPLUS ready, Lentor Health Nursing Home demonstrates how people-centred architecture can elevate the quality of senior care and bring a renewed sense of home.

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18/08/2026

Designing for healthier environments go beyond creating spaces for treatment and recovery. It requires an integrated ecosystem of preventive care in partnership with the community.

SAA recently led a site visit to Woodlands Hospital as part of SingaporeInstituteofArchitects’s Urban Design & Master Planning Series: Shaping a Healthcare-Ready Nation. Guiding some 30 participants through the hospital ground, SAA Senior Executive Director Michael Leong shared on how the development’s people-centred design supports the continuum of care across acute, rehabilitative, and long-term services.

Michael also offered first-hand perspectives on how nature and restorative environments are integrated into healthcare to foster healing, recovery and wellbeing for patients, staff and the wider community. Highlighting the Woodlands Healing Garden - Singapore’s first dedicated parkland to be fully integrated within a hospital - he expounded on how the open campus design welcomes the wider neighbourhood to gather and enjoy the spaces, bringing a social dimension and vitality. This also allows Woodlands Hospital to feel like a natural extension of the neighbourhood rather than an isolated institution.

We would like to thank SingaporeInstituteofArchitects for co-hosting this meaningful exchange on how architecture and design can better embed care into the fabric of our cities, sharing healthier urban environments and communities.

All photos are courtesy of SingaporeInstituteofArchitects.

13/08/2026

The future of architecture will be shaped not by technology alone, but by how thoughtfully we apply it to the design and delivery of the built environment.

SAA Associate Kenny Chen joined some 30 Industry Buddies at the recent ConTech@PDD event, organised by BuildSG | BCA Singapore and JTC Corporation, to explore how robotics and automation could transform architectural practice and construction in Singapore.

Mentoring students from Ngee Ann Polytechnic (NP) and Nanyang Polytechnic, Kenny exchanged perspectives on emerging construction technologies - from their impact on design and fabrication to how they could improve buildability, safety, and the quality of our urban environments.

Celeste Wong, a student from School of Design at NP, reflected, “The programme exposed me to the challenges we face today and gave me a clearer understanding of how technology can help us navigate them - even in our daily lives.”

As technology reshapes how buildings are conceived and delivered, its value lies in enabling better design outcomes and more human-centred places.

We are grateful for the opportunity to mentor emerging talent, exchange ideas with industry peers, and contribute to conversations shaping the future of our built environment.

11/08/2026

Transit-Oriented Developments (TOD) are more than concentrations of density around transport nodes. At their best, they integrate housing, workplaces, retail and community facilities into connected urban centres that evolve with their communities - responding to and helping shape changing lifestyles.

This was the central premise shared by SAA Director Charles Arnal at the Regional Housing Conference 2026 organised by REHDA Institute.

Drawing on SAA’s planning and design principles for landmark TODs such as JEM, NEX, and Northpoint City in Singapore, Charles demonstrated how these principles can be applied across different contexts and delivery models to create well-connected and vibrant urban centres.

During the panel discussion, “Unlocking Land and TOD - Zoning, Land Release, Value Venturers and State Implementation”, Charles explored how development can be calibrated to actual demand and commuting patterns to avoid over to under-building. He also discussed the key levers for accelerating TOD-linked affordable housing across the region.

Successful TODs go beyond mixed-use intensification or extending infrastructure. They require long-term coordination, integrated planning, and a shared vision that connects mobility, development, and community needs - enabling places to grow sustainably over time.

Charles joined a distinguished panel comprising Professor Li Wan, Professor of Planning, Department of Land Economy, University of Cambridge; Datuk TPr, Dr. Alias Rameli, Director-General, PLANMALAYSIA; L Ng, Chief Operating Officer (Property), Railway Assets Corporation (RAC) Malaysia; Ts. Brian Iskandar Zulkarim, Group CEO, PR1MA Corporation Malaysia and Syed Redza Algadrie, CEO, Prasarana Integrated Development Sdn Bhd.

We thank REHDA Institute for the invitation and the opportunity to contribute to this important dialogue.

All photos are courtesy of REHDA Institute.

07/08/2026

Singapore’s built environment reflects the vision, resilience, and innovation that have shaped our nation over 61 years.

As Singapore celebrates this milestone, SAA is proud to call this island home and to have played a part in her journey. We celebrate how far we have come and look forward to going beyond together - shaping a city that is more liveable, inclusive, and sustainable for generations to come.

Happy National Day, Singapore!

07/08/2026

The future of architecture is shaped by the next generation — by their curiosity, ideas, and ability to respond to a rapidly changing world. Nurturing their growth is therefore at the heart of SAA’s longstanding partnership with Singapore University of Technology and Design.

We were privileged to sponsor the 11th Graduation Showcase of SUTD Architecture and Sustainable Design Architecture and Sustainable Design (ASD) programme, “Architecture AND?”, encouraging students to explore architecture’s increasingly interconnected role across communities, cultures, and disciplines.

Speaking on the opening day, SAA’s Senior Architectural Executive and SUTD alumnus Sean Lee reflected on the importance of community, curiosity, and lifelong learning in shaping a meaningful career in architecture and design. He also paid tribute to the late SAA Director Andrew Lee, whose dedication in mentoring the students there strengthened the SUTD studio and fostered enduring collaborations between SAA and the students.

One such collaboration is Kueh Kueh at Katong, a public installation that explores the intersection between food, heritage, and architecture. Adapted from studio proposals by the Class of 2025, it shows how emerging ideas can move beyond the classroom to engage communities and enrich the public realm.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026 — we look forward to seeing how your ideas will help shape a more inclusive, resilient, and sustainable built environment.

The graduation showcase runs until 23 August at Millenia Walk.

Photos 2 and 3: Courtesy of SUTD Architecture and Sustainable Design, Class of 2026

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