This is a list of notable future developments in Singapore. Most of these projects are currently under construction and are scheduled for completion within the next five years. This list is not exhaustive, and some future developments may not be included.
Commercial 8 Shenton Way (Redevelopment of AXA Tower)
Announced by the Urban Redevelopment Authority on 5 August 2022, the upcoming mixed-use development to replace the existing AXA Tower in Tanjong Pagar has been granted a maximum approved height of 305 metres. Surpassing the 284 metres-tall Guoco Tower, the 63-storey skyscraper is set to be Singapore's tallest building when completed in 2028. The development will comprise commercial spaces, offices, a hotel, and residential units with sky terraces.
CanningHill Piers and CanningHill Square (Redevelopment of Liang Court)
A new mixed-use, integrated development named CanningHill Piers will be built on the current Liang Court complex with a 696-unit condominium spread across two residential towers, a 2-storey retail mall named CanningHill Square, a 460- to 475-room Moxy hotel by Marriott replacing Novotel, and a 192-unit Somerset serviced residence. Developed by CapitaLand, Ascott REIT and City Developments Limited, the redeveloped complex will open in phases from 2024.
The development will be directly linked underground to the Fort Canning MRT station.
Chong Pang City Chong Pang City; originally known as Chill @ Chong Pang, is an upcoming 0.9-hectare community integrated development in Yishun, to be constructed on a site currently occupied by Chong Pang Community Club and Block 102 Yishun Avenue 5. Announced on 8 September 2020, the development will house a new community club, a market and hawker centre, and retail shops. It will also feature three swimming pools, a gymnasium, and fitness studios.
The adjacent Chong Pang Market and Food Centre will be relocated to the new development when completed. The site will then be redeveloped into a community plaza by 2028.
The development, then having renamed to Chong Pang City, broke ground on 26 March 2023 with its design unveiled. It is expected to open in 2027.
Greater Southern Waterfront
Plans for a southern waterfront city were briefly announced in 2013 as part of a plan to consolidate port activities in Tuas. These plans were elaborated as a Greater Southern Waterfront in 2019, a 2,000ha area with 30 km of coastline from Marina Bay to Pasir Panjang. They include the redevelopment of Keppel Club with 9,000 HDB and private homes. and more office spaces near homes bringing about new ways of living. Links to other nature areas will also be created to places like West Coast Park and East Coast Park, Rail Corridor and Sentosa. In addition, new attractions like the redevelopment of Pasir Panjang power plants, a proposed "Downtown South" resort by NTUC on Pulau Brani to thank workers, revitalisation of Sentosa's beaches, nature and heritage areas are to be expected.
On 6 June 2022, the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) announced that a 10-kilometre seafront promenade linking Marina Barrage to the Southern Ridges will be built as part of a longer coastal corridor from Marina Barrage to West Coast.
Heart of Yew Tee Announced on 22 September 2019, Heart of Yew Tee will be an integrated development near Yew Tee MRT station consisting of a 10-storey residential block and a 6-storey commercial block, modeled after the award-winning Kampung Admiralty. It will house 68 two-room Flexi flats for seniors, a community club, a polyclinic, a kidney dialysis centre, and a hawker centre. Originally scheduled to open in the second half of 2026, it is now set to open in 2027.
Hotel Indigo Changi Airport Announced by Changi Airport Group (CAG) on 26 April 2024, a new 255-room Hotel Indigo will be opened in 2028 at the newly refurbished Changi Airport Terminal 2. Situated above the existing coach stand, the hotel will be Singapore's first "zero-energy" hotel and be accessible from the departure hall via a linkbridge.
The hotel will feature facilities such as a rooftop day club, infinity pool, and a bar. A floating forest spanning seven storeys is also one of the highlights of the upcoming landside hotel.
Integration of Bugis Village and Bugis Street Announced on 16 January 2020, CapitaLand has won a three-year tender for the integrated management of Bugis Village and adjacent Bugis Street. Under the management, CapitaLand plans to revamp the area. Plans are being explored for the integrated development to house a day-to-night market, a retail incubator, and areas for co-living and co-working. A section will also be converted into a hub offering brands a space to innovate new ways of creating curated brand experiences or pilot new concepts.
A series of loose and colourful container boxes with open display areas is also being planned. To be named Bugis Box, it will be a modern interpretation of street markets with trendy bites, quirky gifts, and trending fashion accessories. It will be similar to South Korea's Common Ground.
There are also plans for a dining area for visitors to try out Singaporean and Southeast Asian hawker food. Diners will also be able to try making some dishes or purchase Singaporean food packs.
Jurong Lake District (JLD)
A new draft masterplan for the 120-hectare Jurong Lake District was unveiled on 25 August 2017, with new developments in the Lakeside district. It was planned to include a commercial centre around the high-speed rail station in Jurong East, and a third island crested through a new canal. It would be completed in two decades, and would be served by the upcoming Jurong Lake District MRT station on the Cross Island Line.
The Taman Jurong Skyline HDB project is being constructed on a 4.8 ha parcel of land once part of the former Tang Dynasty City. The project will consists of 1,844 residential units.
In July 2026, a 18.6 ha site between Jurong East and the future Jurong Lake District MRT stations was launched for sale. The site consists of at least 4.0 ha of dedicated office space and 4.4 ha of commercial and recreational space, and can accommodate up to 1,200 private residential units. A pedestrian network is also planned to directly connect the two MRT stations.
Newport Tower and Newport Residences (Redevelopment of Fuji Xerox Towers) Vacated as of July 2021, the existing Fuji Xerox Towers will be demolished and redeveloped by City Developments Limited into a 45-storey mixed-use integrated development named Newport Plaza, Newport Tower, and Newport Residences. The development will house commercial space, offices, approximately 256 residences, and serviced apartments.
Pasir Panjang Power District Housing two decommissioned power plants, oil and gas tanks, and ancillary buildings, the Pasir Panjang Power District, located next to the Labrador Nature Reserve, will be redeveloped as part of the Greater Southern Waterfront transformation plans. Some of the proposed ideas include a pair of towers built from old shipping containers, residences, hotels, events venue, gallery space, public park with courtyards, rooftop farms, and a theme park.
The district will be released for redevelopment through a tender in 2021.
The WAVES Originally expected to be ready by end-2025, the WAVES was a planned integrated waterfront hub at the Greater Southern Waterfront. Aside from having berths for the public to view the testing and showcase of ships with green technology, the development would also house marine technology companies and feature a visitor sky terrace with food and beverage options.
Transformation of Orchard Road Announced on 30 January 2019, the 2.4 km Orchard Road will be revamped and rejuvenated with unique experiences and offerings across four sub-precincts namely Tanglin, Orchard, Somerset, and Dhoby Ghaut. New retail concepts, attractions, events, and entertainment will be established to strengthen its position as a lifestyle destination. More trees and shrubs, with different colours for each sub-precincts will also be planted along both sides of the road.
Tanglin will primarily be an arts and artisanal mixed-use neighbourhood. For example, the conserved Tudor Court is planned to house more arts, cultural, and lifestyle offerings, while the covered canal is proposed to be turned into a courtyard for public art and outdoor dining. The neighbourhood will be mainly served by the Orchard Boulevard MRT station.
In Orchard, more mixed-use developments will be constructed on empty plots of land along Orchard Boulevard above Orchard MRT station. To enhance pedestrian connectivity, side streets will be redeveloped while elevated link bridges are planned to be built at the junctions of Orchard Road and Patterson Road.
Somerset will continue to be an energetic youth hub with new lifestyle options and the upcoming transformation of the Grange Road carpark into a dedicated public events space for pop-up events and entertainment such as flea markets and food trucks. Amenities such as shower and changing room facilities will also be added at Skate Park and Youth Park, along with flexible spaces that can be reconfigured according to various events. The existing wall for graffiti in Youth Park will also be extended to become a larger canvas for street artists. Named Somerset Slopes, an area between Somerset Skate Park and 111 Somerset will be redeveloped into a new stage for buskers and activities such as movie nights. Different modular multi-storey working spaces for workshops, art studios, and incubator spaces will also be added as part of the new Incubation Nexus located adjacent Somerset Skate Park. Located at the Grange Road carpark, the 3,000-seater music hall managed by Live Nation is expected to open in 2026. Aside from a cafe and bar, there will also be a smaller 350-seater hall to cater to smaller acts.
Dhoby Ghaut will primarily be a lush greenery zone with attractions that are targeted at families. Parts of the road are planned to be converted to pedestrian use to connect existing green spaces at Istana Park and Dhoby Ghaut Green, while the current open space at Plaza Singapura will be transformed into a large garden with playgrounds and sheltered spaces for events. The Istana Park is proposed to be expanded and redesigned, featuring an orchid-themed garden and a rustic nature play garden with water play areas. This proposal would result in a realignment of Orchard Road from The Istana to SMA House. The Istana Park would also be better integrated with the Istana's entrance and commercial developments in its surrounding with roads that include use by pedestrians.
Union Square (Redevelopment of Central Mall and Central Square) After the acquisition of Central Square at Havelock Road in 2022, City Developments Limited will be redeveloping Central Mall, Central Square, and an adjacent cluster of conservation shophouses into a large-scale mixed-use lifestyle hub comprising a hospitality component, serviced apartments, and commercial spaces such as offices and retail units.
Union Square will consist 366 apartments in a 40-storey residential tower, office and retail spaces in a 20-storey tower, and a 71-room three-storey hotel.
W Singapore - Marina View Set to be Singapore's second W Hotels, the 350-room W Singapore - Marina View will be housed within a 51-storey mixed-use development in Marina Bay. The hotel is expected to be opened in 2028.
Redevelopment of Comcentre