One Sophia

The Location at the Forefront of it All: A Bold Architectural Masterpiece For many, the Civic District holds fond memories as a place abuzz with acÆ?viÆ?es, thanks to the schools, bookstores, cinemas, hawkers, and nightlife that thrived there in the past. In the 1990s, recognizing that both Bras Basah and Bugis possessed many eclecÆ?c elements that contributed to Singapore’s unique and disÆ?ncÆ?vely Asian idenÆ?ty, URA embarked on a revitalizaÆ?on program to rejuvenate the two districts into a heritage, arts and learning enclave. New commercial developments such as office buildings and shopping complexes were introduced while historically significant buildings were conserved. Today, the Civic District is referred by URA as a “treasure trove of cultural and architectural references”, marked by its compelling blend of old and new architecture. The precinct conÆ?nues to retain its unique idenÆ?ty and charm, enhanced by the existence of renowned educaÆ?onal insÆ?tuÆ?ons and arts groups as it did in the past. One Sophia is located on the site of the former Peace Centre / Peace Mansion. It is at the vibrant crossroads of Selegie Road, Middle...