As populations age, the need for housing solutions that support independent living and community engagement becomes more pressing. How can we create affordable homes that promote active aging while fostering social connections? Kampung Admiralty, Singapore’s first integrated public housing development for seniors, offers an innovative response.
This 0.9-hectare complex combines housing with essential services, employing a layered “club sandwich” design. The lower level features a vibrant community plaza, the mid-level houses a medical center, and the upper levels contain universally-designed apartments alongside a community park. This integration of residential, social, and commercial spaces encourages intergenerational interaction and transforms the development into a central hub for the community.
Since its completion in 2017, Kampung Admiralty has provided a comfortable and engaging environment for its residents. The design allows seniors to remain active and connected while accessing the support they need.
The project was designed by WOHA for the Housing & Development Board, with contributions from Ronnie & Koh Consultants, AECOM, Davis Langdon KPK (Singapore), Ramboll Studio Dreiseitl Singapore, and Lum Chang Building Contractors. WOHA, founded in 1994 by Wong Mun Summ and Richard Hassell, is a Singapore-based architectural firm known for its innovative urban solutions, biophilic design, and integrated landscaping.
