Transforming the Tanah Merah MRT Viaduct into Community Spaces

The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is planning to repurpose a 1km section of rail viaduct near Tanah Merah MRT station and the spaces beneath it, when it is decommissioned in 2026. Instead of demolishing this 1km stretch on the East-West Line, the goal is to transform it into a green and active mobility corridor for the public to enjoy. In addition to the rail viaduct, LTA is also looking to transform the existing Changi Depot, which will also be decommissioned into an attractive and vibrant destination for all.

Open Call for Ideas

"Transforming the Tanah Merah MRT Viaduct into Community Spaces" is an Open Call for Ideas organised by LTA. We invite the public to submit creative ideas for the repurposing of the Tanah Merah MRT Viaduct and Changi Depot to transform these spaces into an attractive and vibrant destination. The ideas received will serve as an inspiration for the design of these spaces.

Transforming the Tanah Merah MRT into Community Spaces

Online Open Call for Ideas: Submission Requirements and Eligibility

Online Open Call for Ideas: Submission Requirements and Eligibility

Submission

Interested participants can refer to the Open Call for Ideas Briefing Deck (PDF, 1.2MB) on how to create and submit their ideas. All ideas must be submitted online using the FormSG.

Eligibility

Everyone of all ages and abilities may participate.

Key Dates

Participants who are interested in the Ideas Open Call can submit their entries from 11 November 2023 (12pm) to 31 December 2023 (11.59pm).

Announcement of Prizes

Announcement of Prizes

Shortlisted participants will be announced on 17 January 2024 and will be notified via email and SMS. The top 3 entries will each be awarded S$1000 in cash and a certificate of award, and up to 20 remaining shortlisted entries will each be awarded S$300 in cash and a certificate of participation.

Neighbourhood Community Pop-Up Market

Neighbourhood Community Pop-Up Market

East Coast Residents, a new project is coming to your neighbourhood!

Keep a look out for the neighbourhood community pop-up markets that will be part of the Open Call for the “Transforming the Tanah Merah MRT Viaduct into Community Spaces”. The pop-up markets will be located around East Coast neighbourhoods, giving the opportunity for residents and workers to share with us their ideas for the decommissioned viaduct and Changi Depot!

Locations and Dates for Neighbourhood Community Pop-Up Market

East Coast GRC Residents of all ages and abilities can participate in the pop-up markets. Get a voucher for your participation at:

Key Dates

Heartbeat@Bedok
18 November 2023 (Saturday)
4pm-7pm
Expo MRT Exit D
20 November 2023 (Monday)
11am–2pm
Amphitheatre, Bedok Ria Park Connector
25 November 2023 (Saturday)
8am–11am

Ideas Workshop

Ideas Workshop

Shortlisted participants and community members will also be invited for an Ideas Workshop. At this workshop, participants and community members will collectively come up with a shared dream for the site.

More details about the Ideas Workshop will be announced in mid-January 2024.