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TRAILS OF CHOICE
from FROM BEGINNING TO END Landscapes for the vulnerable as a catalyst for a better neighbourhood for all
According to research from 2020, elderly form 15.2% of Singapore’s population. Within Queenstown itself, 42% of residents are elderly. This group of vulnerable users face many issues, both physical and mental. Our analysis has discovered that there is a lack of spaces around the neighbourhood which cater to their ever-changing needs.
Providing them with a variety of options to choose how they want to explore their estate, through the development of unique trails which feature pocket spaces, motivates them to leave the confines of their homes and gives them the confidence to venture out into their estates freely, growing their sense of independence at the same time.
With Queenstown being transformed into a “Health District”, we aim to create a more conducive and safe environment where the elderly, especially those with dementia and anxiety, can thrive independently.
a quiet oasis in a busy world
