An Introduction to the Heritage Buildings of Singapore showcases the country's 200-year-old legacy of remarkable architecture, with some of the oldest buildings dating back to the 1820s. The book features 30 of Singapore's finest buildings and an illustrated list of over 20 notable structures, with insights into the architects and engineers behind the elegant landmarks.
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Many of the districts laid out by Sir Stamford Raffles in the city's first master plan still exist today. As the city of Singapore expanded, so did the need for administrative buildings, places of worship, entertainment venues, and residences, many of which remain outstanding examples of heritage architecture in the region.
This book unveils the beautiful tapestry of Singapore’s architectural heritage. With a detailed map of key heritage sites and transport access, this book will deepen your appreciation for this modern metropolis’ architectural legacy and historical treasures.
Preface
Introduction
Map of the Heritage Buildings in Singapore
- St Andrew’s Cathedral
- Former City Hall (National Gallery of Singapore)
- Former Supreme Court (National Gallery of Singapore)
- Old Parliament House (The Arts House)
- Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall
- Empress Place Building (Asian Civilisations Museum)
- Former Fullerton Building (Fullerton Hotel)
- Old Hill Street Police Station
- Central Fire Station
- Armenian Apostolic Church of Saint Gregory the Illuminator
- Former Raffles Library and Museum (National Museum of Singapore)
- Former MPH Building (Vanguard Building)
- Stamford House (The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore)
- Capitol Building (The Capitol Kempinski Hotel Singapore)
- Raffles Hotel
- CHIJMES and Caldwell House
- Cathedral of the Good Shepherd
- St Joseph’s Institution (Singapore Art Museum)
- St Joseph’s Church
- Yueh Hai Ching Temple
- Former Majestic Theatre
- Jamae Mosque
- Sri Mariamman Temple
- Nagore Dargah
- Thian Hock Keng Temple
- Former Custom House (Maxwell Chambers)
- Jinrikisha Station
- Chesed-El Synagogue
- The Istana and Sri Tamasek
- Goodwood Park Hotel
Appendix I
Appendix II
Further Reading
Picture Credits
About the Author
Index
George T Gray studied Interior Design in Glasgow, Scotland. He was awarded a travelling scholarship to Italy by the British Institute of Interior Design which gained him the Freedom of the City of London. He has worked as a design consultant worldwide for over 30 years and as a volunteer with the Thai government’s Fine Arts Department where he helped restore ancient monuments in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ayutthaya. George now teaches History of Art, Architecture and Design and lives in Malaysia with his wife and daughters. He is an Affiliate of the International Council on Monuments and Sites, the British Institute of Interior Design and a member of the Malaysian branch of the Royal Asiatic Society.
Basic Information
- 978-629-7646-27-5 (Paperback)
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