HOMEGROWN PRIDE

The collaborative work of Surbana Jurong and Asylum, the Temasek Shophouse is a heritage building that was given a new lease of life as the home of Temasek’s philanthropic arm—temasek Trust, Temasek Foundation and Stewardship Asia Centre. Constructed in 1928, this gazetted building is a striking marriage of neo-classical and edwardian influences; it took nearly 18 months to preserve and repair the original details while bringing more natural light into the space. This project received the Award for Restoration at the URA Architectural Heritage Awards 2019 in recognition of its sensitive restoration; it also obtained the BCA Green Mark Goldplus for its use of sustainable materials and light fixtures. temasekshophouse.org.sg