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projeCT updaTe 0 re-deVeloPMenT oF kent RIdge gUIld HoUse pHAse 2 The Gym – interior fitting works in progress External View of New Sports Hall View of New Squash Court We crossed a significant milestone in December 2009 with the completion of the superstructure for Phase 2 of the KRGH Re-development project. In the following weeks, good weather permitting, we hope to see good progress on the remaining items of work involving internal M&E services, interior design and architectural finishes as well as external works and other related supporting services. The current temporary Secretariat office will shift to the office in the new building sometime in mid Jan 2010. We target to receive the Temporary Occupation Permit (TOP) for the entire project by the end of 1 st quarter 2010. New Secretariat Office
ura aha Winning projeCT bUkIt tIMAH gUIld HoUse 1F Cluny Road Class of its own 2009 Awards Category A Built in the late 1920s, this two-storey Art Deco bungalow, once used to house the teaching staff of the former Raffles College, has been meticulously cajoled back to life and transformed into a classy sanctuary, the Bukit Timah Guild House, that cultivates camaraderie. Firm Foundations One of the four identical bungalows in the area, this bungalow has aged gracefully. Except for strengthening works on the upper storey timber floor slab, it was structurally sound, giving the project team a good foundation to perform a marvellous revival of tropically-inspired architectural and design concepts. Crowning Glory The original clay-tile roof was duly repaired. A false ceiling that had been previously added was removed to uncover the original timber ceiling joists, a smart move that recovered much of the original charm and character of the house. To rid the old house of its water seepage problems, a secondary roof was discretely incorporated right under the main roof without affecting its original character. Owner: National University of Singapore Society Architect: RichardHO Architects Engineer: JS Tan & Associates Contractor: U.SAGE Contracts Pte Ltd Photography by Raymond Toh, courtesy of RichardHO Architects The contents of this article is by courtesy of The Urban Redevelopment Authority A Nostalgic Air The team did an outstanding job in reviving the tropical appeal of the house, bringing back the natural ventilation that once flowed through the very same doors. Open verandahs with exposed roof eave rafters and timber doors lining the outer corridors at the rear of the house were carefully recovered and reinstated. The door leaves were painstakingly recreated to fine detail in the pattern of the original leaves based on remnants uncovered. All of the original timber staircase and balustrades were also retained and lovingly restored. The new alfresco terrace added atop the original flat-top portico further enhanced the charm of the house. It gives the bungalow a new niche that takes full advantage of its tropical setting, reinventing its appeal for modern guests who love a little tête-à-tête under the stars. Overall, the team has successfully brought to light the old house’s many rare and inherent features, and ensuring the new elements added suit its present day purpose as an elegant and exclusive alumni clubhouse. projeCT updaTe 0
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