Central Area - Future Development

Future Development

The Central Area of Singapore is slated to undergo significant changes in upcoming years. This expansion includes the construction of newer industrial buildings, as well as road expansion and other infrastructural projects. This also includes the expansion of the Mass Rapid Transit system's Circle Line, to be completed in 2012.

Because of its history dating back to the origins of the country, the area also contains several buildings of intrinsic and immense cultural value. These include shophouses and temples, some of which are still used by historical groups in Singapore. (i.e. Hokkien clan associations) Some of these buildings are being preserved but put to good economic use in the process, as renovation works in the interior of these buildings allow them to be used for other purposes while preserving their historical and architectural value. Other examples of buildings put to such use in Singapore include the Asian Civilisations Museum and the Peranakan Museum.

There are also recreational facilities planned for development in the Central Area. These include the Gardens At The Bay, the Sports Hub, and the Fullerton Heritage. These will have significant impact on the recreational and sporting scenes in Singapore upon completion. Finally, the largest project in the area would be the Marina Bay Sands Integrated Resort along the waterfront of Marina Bay.