Sustainability & PropTech

New $30.4 mil research programme to develop sustainable construction technologies

The three-year programme will also include talent and capability development opportunities for students, research staff, and industry professionals.

HDB scales up robotics and automation solutions to increase construction productivity at BTO sites

The government will also further standardise precast components, with productivity gains that could translate into projects being completed earlier, said Minister for National Development Chee Hong Tat.

Marina Square at 40: From retail anchors to sporting communities

Singapore Land Group is betting on sport, wellness, greenery and community — as the 1980s mall prepares for its biggest transformation yet.

Inside SMU's Hybrid Cooling Retrofit for Energy Savings

SMU’s Victoria Street building achieved a provisional SLE60 rating under BCA’s updated Green Mark 7 scheme, through a $4 million retrofit combining hybrid cooling and daylight sensors, with payback expected within four years.

Additional $112 mil funding, latest Green Mark version to further transform Singapore’s built environment

More funding will go into research and innovation. There is also a new accreditation scheme for site supervision of building works.

Developing Gillman Barracks and Sunset Way: Don’t mourn losing some green spaces

Singapore has to constantly transform to meet evolving ‘live, work and play’ needs

At The Initial Sama serviced apartments in former Eusoff College, University of Malaya's first female residence hall

The Initial Sama blends the heritage of the former Eusoff College with serviced apartments, greenery and wellness facilities.

Three freehold retail units on Greenwood Avenue in Bukit Timah for sale at $18.5 mil

The ground-floor retail units located in Hillcrest Park are for sale collectively or individually, priced from $6 million to $6.5 million apiece.

More than 1,000 rally at Hong Lim Park over Maju Forest, Gillman Barracks plans

Participants called for more transparency in land-use decisions and voiced concerns over the loss of green spaces, days after the government said it would retain more greenery at both sites.

More greenery retained, fewer homes planned for Maju Forest, Gillman Barracks sites after public feedback

The proposed development at both sites has drawn public outcry, with residents and nature groups calling for stronger environmental safeguards.

Leedon Green one-bedder listed for mortgagee sale at $1.6 mil guide price

The development has recorded six resale transactions this year, including a recent deal transacting above $2,600 psf.

Robotics, automation and sandbox rental waivers to boost productivity and innovation in construction sector

As construction demand remains strong, the government is introducing new measures to drive productivity in the built environment sector.

Inventing Kaera: Architect and material scientist Kody Kato on building in harmony with nature

A new material from recycled waste, sparked from an unbuildable design, helps make construction greener for homes, hotels, offices

GuocoLand secures $634.7 mil green loan for Lentor Central development

GuocoLand has secured green financing for its fifth project in Lentor Hills, the upcoming 553-unit condo at Lentor Central.

Measures for a Sustainable Property Market

Rejuvenating and Greening HDB Towns for Sustainable Living

Raising Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty Rates and Tightening Loan-to-Value Limits to Promote a Stable and Sustainable Property Market