Urban Planning and Design
Building on Legacy, Shaping Tomorrow: Crafting Cities of Success.
We deliver services in urban planning and urban design with a unique Singapore approach - renowned for integrated and farsighted city planning - with a comprehensive understanding of both the natural and built environments.
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Pangasinan Tourism Special Economic Zone
Pangasinan, Philippines
Located along the Lingayen Bay of Pangasinan province, the 169.2ha site is one of three key regional catalyst to propel the upcoming developments to meet national objectives. Pangasinan plays a salient role in enabling the development of the Northern Luzon region through its strategic location at the gateway to the northern agricultural provinces from the service hubs in the central Luzon area, along the N2 highway. It is in close proximity to the proposed international airport, proposed Sual SEZ and the provincial centre.
As the anchor of the International Gateway, the proposed project, three-sity city, along with the ‘Capitol Complex’, aims to translate the pronvincial vision to the “Gateway to the Ilocos Region”. Envisioned as three-sixty rising, the project located within the identified Special Economic Zone (SEZ) can catalyse a complete transformation of Pangasinan.
The three-sixty city is the key to the economic, social and environmental development, which includes; 1) enabling the evolution of the local agriculture and salt-farming industry; 2) Strengthening the provincial tourism industry; 3) Reviving the local identity; 4) New ecologically sensitive destination benchmark
Manila Bay Reclamation Master Plan (CBD Extension, Tourism
and Township)
Metro Manila, Philippines
CPG as the lead master planner and urban designer, the
team reviewed, enhanced and help implement its 726ha
future “city” at the heart of Metro Manila. The site involves a bay reclamation that lies on two Metro Manila cities (Pasay and Paranaque).
The project is positioned as a national project, to bring and give the country the future gateway for one-stop financial business centre, integrated with KPOs, tourism products, education centres and high quality townships. Working together with a consortium of market and real estate, tax, transport, sustainability and reclamation
consultants, CPG is tasked to translate the project’s vision towards the first phase development slated on 2020.
Quang Nam Master Plan
Quang Nam, Vietnam
The 358 ha masterplan design well accounts the site’s existing conditions, noting its special geographical and geological conditions, and the government’s regional goal for a ‘development corridor’ east-west and central of Quang Nam province. It is envisioned as a World-class Tourism Destination - a progressive tourism route/gateway between the vibrant Da Nang and UNESCO world heritage city of Hoi An.
It faces east Vietnam sea to the north-east and is cradled by Coco River along north-west to south-west making the site in constant contact with different water bodies. Its terrain of gentle hills and flood plains is graced with bucolic agriculture of paddy fields and vegetable farmlands interspersed with different local flora. The goal is to create successful communities – adaptive and resilient enough
over rising water levels. Quang Nam’s reputation as ‘haven for local handicrafts’ is significantly crafted in to enhance the chain of heritage tours in Central Vietnam.
Danang Han River
Corridor Master Plan
Da Nang, Vietnam
The Master Plan of Danang’s Han River Corridor was an integrated and targeted effort to transform the Han River waterfront into a global destination and catalyse city development by enabling a creative ecosystem for entrepreneurship and ideation, community engagement, and nature rejuvenation. Strategies and innovations spanning land use revision and planning to urban design and detailed landscape design were engaged to achieve this vision.
Seven distinctive zones were identified: Global, Creative, Heritage, Park, Adventure, Culture and Productive Zone. Each zone embodies a distinctive character that guides the revision of land uses, urban and landscape design, and themes in each district. As such, this master plan is envisioned to energise the Han River and recharge its significance as the city’s core waterway. It will offer a variety of living, working, cultural, leisure and nature environments and experiences along its 52km length. Anchored in such an iconic waterway, Danang will become an attractive destination for all - from locals to individuals and families to businesses.
The overall hydrology, landscape, road and transit systems were carefully studied during the review process, with the final master plan ensuring holistic city planning along the Han River. Implementation strategies - specifically phasing strategy, funding mechanism and implementation costs and revenue streams - were proposed.
Dragon Hill Island Master Plan
Hai Phong, Vietnam
The master plan responds to the project’s vision to become Do Sons’s Premier Tranquil Home Destination. The extensive green and blue network which strengthens the natural characteristics of the site forms the backbone of the design. The core area around the Central park is planned as a tourism hub with varied cultural & recreational products catering to various interest groups. These tourism products includes a Cultural Village, Crystal Lagoon, Water Adventure Park, River Safari, Aquatic Hotel, and a Marina.
With a potential to treat sea water for recreational purposes, the north eastern part of the site is also planned to be a tourism zone with hotel resorts and tourism programmes. In response to the growing trend of golf tourism, a significant part of the site is reserved for an 18-hole golf course development. These developments would make the site the new destination in Do son. In addition to tourism activities, the site is also planned to be a home with residential communities around the core, planned with the most tranquil and serene environment. Various typologies of residential products are planned on the site to cater to home buyers of all interests. All these varied land uses are further knitted together with the green and the blue network that connects to the central park.
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Cam Lo Golf Course Master Plan
Quang Tri, Vietnam
Located in Cam Lo district, in the middle of the Quang Tri Province, the 498.2 ha site consists of 88 hectares of water surface – Nghia Hy Lake. It is strategically located on the East West Economic Corridor, connecting directly with Lao Bao border gate, with direct connections with Dong Ha City,
Quang Tri Airport, and major seaports. It is envisioned to be a gateway location, receiving an influx of tourists from neighbouring countries through the Lao Bao border gate. The site has large vacant developable land, along with an abundant natural landscape with good environmental quality, offering exceptional views and pristine beauty withthe possibility of attracting many to explore the area. The
Nghia Hy Lake that occupies 15% of the total project site area has good water quality, this also allows us to take full advantage of the lake through water-sensitive urban design and wetlands. Hence, the masterplan takes full advantage of the beautiful mountainous and lake terrains, relatively high elevation, strong east-west connections, and tourism opportunities.
Eco Park Township Master Plan
Hung Yen, Vietnam
Ecopark Master Plan Revision 2016 divides the township into 5 cohesive districts: Palm Springs, Riverine, Central, Knowledge and Creative, Fairview and Aqua Bay. Each district has unique characters shaped by a variety of landscape features and public spaces designed to promote interaction among community residents and between people and the natural environment. Each district offers a variety of residential environments from high-rise to low-rise, from
waterfront to park living so that residents have a wide range
of housing and lifestyle choices.
Each district also has its own public amenities such as schools, community centres, clubhouses, retails and parks within walking distance to ensure a high quality of living for the residents and minimize the need of driving.
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Tuan Chau Island
Concept Master Plan
Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Tuan Chau Island locates in west south part of Ha Long City. It is located 2km away from the World Natural Heritage – Ha Long Bay and 8km away from World Natural Preserve Cat Ba Islands. The Island has been well known as the first international and luxurious entertainment hub of Quang Ninh Province since 2002.
Recently, with mass investment from other investor, Tuan Chau Island has been loosening its significance on tourist map. Together with the client, we have come out with the vision, to make Tuan Chau Island become an International Tourism Destination. To become an International Tourism Destination, the proposal focused on enhancing the experience of island life and creating the island land value to its maximum. Three strategies were proposed for a successful international tourism destination, (1) by Connecting the Heritage, (2) Strengthening the Economic and (3) Creating Community. We divided the island into 3 zones and define the most
vibrant spaces that connecting people/communities with
water.
Xiamen Maluanwan New District Central Island Urban Design
Xiamen, China
Xiamen, the eastern starting point of the “Belt and Road” initiative, is an important fulcrum for China’s image to the world. The western gateway of Xiamen, Maluanwan, has the crucial mission to help to shape the city with a “high starting point and new expectations”. The central island is located at the core of the new city and is the heart of the Maluanwan New District. As the city’s new CBD, it is the service core and power engine for the integrated development of industry and city.
In year 2020, CPG as the consortium lead has submitted the proposal of the detailed planning and design competition of
Maluanwan New District Central Island, highlighting the four
development strategies comprises of, 1) shaping of regional gateways, 2) development of three-dimensional spaces, 3)
creation of CBD core environments 4) resilient communities
placemaking. The proposal also includes the emphasizing of 5C (Connect, Convey, Comfort, Characterise and Conserve) landscape design concept, white space that is flexible to accommodate other uses in the future, and phaseddevelopment strategies, this eventually make CPG won the first place in the competition.
Review and Enhancement of Dubai Silicon Oasis Master Plan
Dubai, UAE
In 2015, the Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) engaged CPG Consultants to reassess and improve its master plan to align with the DSO Strategy 2021. This strategic framework aims to propel DSO's growth over the next seven years, with the objective of establishing Dubai Silicon Oasis as a leading hub for cutting-edge electronic innovation, design, and development globally.
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The updated master plan introduced a fresh development approach, positioning DSO as "The Place to Be," "The Place to Work," "The Place to Learn," and "The Place to Play." This transformation was achieved by fostering distinct communities through unique district characters, facilitating job opportunities closer to residential areas by redistributing land use and projected gross floor area (GFA), leveraging the new metro station, integrating open spaces to enhance land value, and improving connectivity between different districts within DSO.
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Additionally, the plan incorporated an alternative mobility network, including automated vehicles, to serve as a testing ground for advanced innovation within DSO.
Eco Botanic
Johor Bahru, Iskandar, Malaysia
The Chateau redefines our approach to elegant living. We
present a range of desirable dwellings that take inspiration
from the great houses of Europe and closer to home,
colonial-era architecture, infused with a sense of practicality
and care for your comfort and well-being. The home-in-agarden
concept connects the interior spaces to a private
garden, allowing you to enjoy the benefits of Nature from
your living room.
Eco Spring
Johor Bahru, Iskandar, Malaysia
Imagine a place where your mornings begin with the gentle melody of a babbling stream, and your evenings are painted with the hues of a mesmerizing sunset over the tranquil lake. This is not just a place to call home; it’s an invitation to savor a lifestyle defined by the rhythm of nature.
But what truly sets this township apart is the grand entrance via the “Celebration Bridge.” It’s not just a bridge; it’s a passage into a world where every day feels like a celebration. As you cross this majestic bridge, you’ll feel the anticipation building within you, a sense of arrival that is nothing short of magical.
Eco Forest
Johor Bahru, Iskandar, Malaysia
Inspired by the lush flora of Broga Hill, the 515- acre Eco Forest enclave is a green wonderland anchored by a Central Park and soothing lakes. Offering you the best of cultivated living, this distinctive collection of freehold gated and guarded precincts with ample avenues for eco adventures will invigorate you whilst a commercial boulevard promises to enhance your sense of fulfilment.
