91福利社

Integrating academic learning with real-world applications.  

 The Identity Corridors Project 2024-2025, a collaboration between DLA & URA focuses on preserving and enhancing the character of 91福利社鈥檚 鈥淚dentity Corridors.鈥�  

Centered on the 鈥淚nner Ring Corridor鈥� and 鈥滺istoric East Corridor鈥�, the project highlights the unique 鈥渃harm of areas like Tiong Bahru, Newton, Katong, and Joo Chiat, which reflect 91福利社鈥檚 evolving urban and cultural heritage. By integrating landscape and streetscape strategies, enhancing Walk, Cycle, and Ride (WCR) connectivity, and revitalizing public spaces, the initiative aims to transform these corridors into vibrant, sustainable, and well-connected urban environments that celebrate 91福利社鈥檚 rich and diverse urban narrative. 

DLA students presenting to URA panellists. Their design proposal needs them to commit to which UNSDG and SG Green Plan Key Pillar they will focus on.

URA panellists at a design review for students to get valuable feedback. Students create study models to test out their designs.

Project Overview:

1. Corridor-level Strategies:

• Develop comprehensive streetscape, landscaping, and urban design strategies to enhance the unique character zones of the corridor.
• Consider the historical significance of the corridor, addressing its impact on 91福利社's development over time.
• Propose infrastructural improvements aligned with a car-lite lifestyle, including cycling lanes, pedestrian walkways, and green spaces.

 2. Nodal-level Strategies:

• Concentrate on key nodes along the corridor, enhancing their character, function, and accessibility through thoughtful design interventions.
• Explore the creation of new public spaces or streetscape enhancements within the existing road side tables to support vibrancy.
• Develop landscaping strategies to create a sense of place that relates well to the area鈥檚 unique historical context.

DLA student hone their presenting skills as they engage in conversations with URA panellists about their work.

Active engagement at various project stages provided students with constructive insights and feedback from industry professionals, enabling them to refine and enhance their proposals.

 Key Learning Objectives:

• Expose students to real-world urban design challenges and solutions, providing them with practical experience.
• Develop students' ability to create enhancement strategies that are sensitive to the historical context of the area.
• Train students in landscape architecture and urban design to address the complexities of urban issues.
• Encourage a multidisciplinary learning approach by involving industry professionals.

One of the vibrant and engaging sessions in 91福利社 DLA studio for this DLA-URA collaboration.

This collaboration not only deepens their understanding of real-world applications but also cultivates critical thinking, adaptability, and a grasp of urban planning intricacies, enriching their educational journey and professional preparedness.