SINGAPORE: The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) will conserve three more school buildings in Singapore, bringing to 7,000 the number of buildings conserved here.
They are the former Chong Cheng School at Aliwal Street, the former Anglo-Chinese School at Cairnhill Road and the modern block of the former St Anthony's Convent at Middle Road. Minister of State for National Development Lee Yi Shyan said although the schools have since moved to other locations, the buildings, with their distinctive facades, remain as familiar and memorable landmarks.
"For many of us, a large part of our shared memories was created during our formative years in school," Mr Lee said.
"I believe many of you, like me, have on occasions nostalgically looked back and fondly recalled our antics in the classrooms and on the school fields - the joy we had running around and the fun we had playing games with our friends and classmates.
"Our old schools remind us of these shared memories, and contribute towards making Singapore an endearing home for all of us."
Presenting the 2011 URA Architectural Heritage Awards, Mr Lee noted that many conserved buildings that might have otherwise remained derelict or run-down are now restored to their former glory and given a new lease of life.
He emphasised it is vital that all stakeholders -- the government, owners, interest groups and members of the public -- should work together to ensure these heritage buildings are put to good use.
Now in its 17th year, the awards were presented on Monday to seven winning projects.
They include carefully-restored offices with roof gardens, a zany hotel in Little India, government offices, army barracks, a stately black-and-white bungalow, welcoming homes, and a former pier.
-CNA/wk
They are the former Chong Cheng School at Aliwal Street, the former Anglo-Chinese School at Cairnhill Road and the modern block of the former St Anthony's Convent at Middle Road. Minister of State for National Development Lee Yi Shyan said although the schools have since moved to other locations, the buildings, with their distinctive facades, remain as familiar and memorable landmarks.
"For many of us, a large part of our shared memories was created during our formative years in school," Mr Lee said.
"I believe many of you, like me, have on occasions nostalgically looked back and fondly recalled our antics in the classrooms and on the school fields - the joy we had running around and the fun we had playing games with our friends and classmates.
"Our old schools remind us of these shared memories, and contribute towards making Singapore an endearing home for all of us."
Presenting the 2011 URA Architectural Heritage Awards, Mr Lee noted that many conserved buildings that might have otherwise remained derelict or run-down are now restored to their former glory and given a new lease of life.
He emphasised it is vital that all stakeholders -- the government, owners, interest groups and members of the public -- should work together to ensure these heritage buildings are put to good use.
Now in its 17th year, the awards were presented on Monday to seven winning projects.
They include carefully-restored offices with roof gardens, a zany hotel in Little India, government offices, army barracks, a stately black-and-white bungalow, welcoming homes, and a former pier.
-CNA/wk
