Where City Meets Nature: Singapore’s Incredible Architectural Fusion

After more than 50 years of green initiatives, Singapore has evolved into a biophilic City in Nature where nature is at the heart of construction. Brick walls and windows are replaced with living walls of sprawling foliage, plants crawl up skyscrapers, and rooftops are turned into urban farms that supply fruits and vegetables to neighbouring restaurants. There’s even a network of paths and trails that connect the city’s parks and green spaces to one another, meaning people can walk, cycle and run between each one while staying within the confines of nature. It’s easy to see why living space isn’t measured in square metres here but instead by the amount of nature it contains.

This year sees Singapore celebrate 60 years of independence with a series of nationwide events promoting unity and reflection on shared values. The SG60 programme will include the introduction of new community-driven initiatives, focus on strengthening bonds and fostering public involvement. Project Citizens – The First Million, a tribute to Singapore’s founding generation, will be part of the celebrations at the Founders’ Memorial. While other events like Racial and Religious Harmony Month and Singapore World Water Day will foster civic engagement and highlight core social values and underscore Singapore’s ongoing commitment to green initiatives and intertwining city and nature.