User:PayaLebarQuarter/sandbox

Testing Sandbox on Paya Lebar Quarter - wording adapted from Official PLQ Website

Paya Lebar Quarter, also known as PLQ, aims to be Singapore’s most progressive city precinct located at the heart of the URA’s urban regeneration masterplan for Paya Lebar. Paya Lebar Quarter is developed by Lendlease.

Three world-class office towers offering next generation workspaces, an exclusive 429-unit premier residence, and over 200 retailers with indoor and alfresco dining experiences sit amidst lush green, connected spaces. Directly connected to the Paya Lebar MRT station, Paya Lebar Quarter is due to open 2H 2018 onwards.

=Conception= - influence from the neighbourhood - the vision of 'urban regeneration' - timeline for opening

Paya Lebar Quarter is located at the heart of the URA’s urban regeneration masterplan for Paya Lebar. Upon completion, it will be the closest commercial hub to the CBD, with excellent transport connections across Singapore. The development is also within close proximity to culturally rich neighbourhoods of the east.

=Integrated Development= (some overall background)

Office

Happy, healthy staff are the most valuable asset of any productive business. Paya Lebar Quarter has been designed with them in mind. A dynamic working eco-system where the best ideas develop, teams unite and talent can flourish.

Cradled by historic and cultural districts, Paya Lebar Quarter sits at the heart of Singapore’s Urban Redevelopment Authority’s masterplan to develop a progressive business hub between the CBD and Changi Airport to ensure the city’s sustainable future growth.

Retail

Quality shopping, every day conveniences and the best dining experience in the east come together in a new city precinct, providing endless moments of discovery, from indoors to outdoors.

Residential

Park Place Residences represents the creative spirit of modern Singapore. The towers occupy a prime position at the centre of this exciting and emerging neighbourhood in Paya Lebar. The condo connects the relaxed lifestyle of the east, with the bustling experience of the city. It is the perfect balance of personal sanctuary and convenient accessibility. The residences comprises 429 apartments, many with amazing city views.

Public Realm

The public realm of Paya Lebar Quarter consists of The Plaza and The Promenade.

The Plaza is a sheltered outdoor space where the community comes together. The possibilities of The Plaza will never cease to amaze. This is where you can look forward to an ever-changing lineup of events, celebrations and activities; this is your new place to play.

The Promenade represents an oasis in the city and a place to enjoy life with wonderful connected spaces and plenty of delectable dining options for all. With direct integration to the park connector network, the area is cycle and pedestrian friendly. Enjoy the lush landscapes, alfresco dining and unique experiences for everyone.

=Architectural Style= Paya Lebar Quarter is located within the culture-rich neighbourhood of Paya Lebar. Inspired by this connected culture, we celebrate the idea of 'living fabric' - bringing to life the green, connected spaces and historic and cultural nuances of the precinct and surrounding sites.

- Songket influence - 'living fabric' - landscaping - famous names involved

=Sustainability= (adapted from the Press Release on Green Mark - 17 June 2017) Paya Lebar Quarter by Lendlease, a $3.2 billion mixed-use development, is the first in Singapore to achieve a Platinum rating under the Building and Construction Authority’s (BCA) latest version of its Green Mark scheme for new non-residential buildings, Green Mark for Non-Residential Buildings NRB: 2015 (GM NRB: 2015).

Our sustainability vision provides an active, green and engaged environment for executives, residents and visitors to Paya Lebar Quarter; a place where the buildings and infrastructure are examples of sustainability best practice and where people will sustain a healthy way of living and working. - Banyan tree - certifications - community engagement

=References= - external articles verifying the facts in the wiki page https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a_kERIvKJ2s (useful tutorial)