Written answer by Ministry of National Development on extent of artists’ involvement in URA's city planning work

Nov 11, 2024

Question No: 6249

Question by: Ms Usha Chandradas

To ask the Minister for National Development to what extent are artists presently involved in the city planning work of the Urban Redevelopment Authority.

Answer:

The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), in partnership with agencies and local stakeholders, works with the artistic community to implement public art projects and placemaking initiatives to create distinctive and lively public spaces.

For example, with support from the URA through its Lively Places Fund, One Kampong Gelam (OKG) engaged artists Akai Chew, Leow Wei Li, and Leonard Yang to transform the façade of 45 and 47 Sultan Gate through a vibrant wall mural inspired by the rich iconography of Kampong Gelam. The artists also invited the local community and visitors to contribute to the mural by painting and sharing their memories and hopes for the area, fostering a stronger sense of community.

Details on the Lively Places Fund are provided on the URA’s website.