CREATING AN URBAN RIVER PLACE - AN URBAN HEALTH AND FITNESS CENTRE

Abstract

This thesis concentrates by looking into the character of a particular site along Singapore River. It begins from a thorough investigation into the possibility of an improvement into the linkage along the Singapore River, specifically, the connection between Boat Quay and Clarke Quay. Uncovering the recreational and leisure nature of modern Singapore River, it proceeds to create a well-connected river promenade space with a comprehensive Health and Fitness Centre for the public An architecture solution to promote healthy life style to the pool of urban workers in the Central Business District. An attempt to create a new Public Square for the River.