Future Office Developments: 2025 - 2028
ComCentre Reinvented: Transforming Orchard Road’s Office Landscape.
The upcoming redevelopment of ComCentre is set to transform the Orchard Road area, which has seen very little new office development since Ngee Ann City debuted more than 30 years ago. This scarcity of Grade A office space has kept movement in the area limited and contributed to consistently strong tenant demand.
While Orchard Road is not traditionally the domain of large financial institutions, the district remains highly attractive to a vibrant mix of occupiers—especially trading companies, energy firms, hedge funds and family offices—who value its prestige, connectivity and amenities.
A Short History of ComCentre
Standing tall since 1979, ComCentre has been a distinctive feature of Singapore’s Orchard Road area for over four decades. Originally built as the headquarters of Singtel (then known as the Telecommunication Authority of Singapore), it became a landmark not only for its stature—as the tallest building in the Orchard vicinity at the time—but for its pioneering technological features.
Notably, ComCentre was the first skyscraper in Singapore equipped with microwave dishes atop its roof, enabling advanced communications that connected Singapore with the region and laying the foundation for the nation’s rise as a telecommunications powerhouse.
The New Development: Vision and Design
ComCentre is now undergoing a transformative S$3 billion redevelopment, led by Singtel in partnership with Lendlease and designed by Kohn Pedersen Fox, the acclaimed architecture firm behind some of Singapore’s most prestigious developments—including Marina Bay Financial Centre and Robinson Towers. This project will reshape the 207,000 sq ft site into a world-class, fully carbon-neutral mixed-use complex, targeting triple green certification standards including Zero Carbon and Green Mark Platinum.
Key features of the forthcoming ComCentre include:
- Two 20-storey Grade A office towers: Over 1,100,000 sq ft of gross floor area, with premium workspaces that meet the highest contemporary standards.
- 215,000 sq ft of lifestyle and retail amenities: F&B outlets, medical suites, a gym, an auditorium, and Singtel’s new flagship store—all open to the public and creating a vibrant destination at street level.
- Elevated urban park: The largest in central Singapore, designed to foster wellness and community through green spaces, an auditorium and walking tracks.
- Direct connectivity: A sheltered arcade will link Devonshire Road to Killiney Road, with seamless underground access to Somerset MRT station.
- State-of-the-art infrastructure: AI-enabled robotics, dedicated 5G+ connectivity using network slicing, smart building systems and digitally enabled environments supporting future-ready and hybrid workstyles.
Specifications and Timeline
- Gross Development Value: S$3 billion
- Size: Over 1,100,000 sq ft gross floor area in two towers
- Office Space: Approx. 880,000 sq ft of Grade A offices
- Average Floor Plate: 25,000 sq ft
- Retail/Lifestyle Space: 215,000 sq ft
- Sustainability Target: End-to-end carbon neutral, Zero Carbon, Green Mark Platinum certifications
- Technology: AI, IoT, 5G+ network slicing, predictive operations, integrated smart systems
- Connectivity: Covered walkway to Somerset MRT, arcade linking Devonshire and Killiney Roads
- Completion: Targeted for 2028
- Anchor Tenant: Singtel (occupying 30% of total space)
Benefits for Future Tenants
Next-Gen Workplace Experience
- Seamless, secure connectivity via dedicated 5G+ network and tech-enabled environments, supporting tenants’ evolving digital needs.
- Premium facilities: Health and wellness amenities, F&B, retail, event venues, and Singapore’s largest rooftop urban park.
- Workplace flexibility: Hybrid-ready spaces designed for both collaboration and focused work, with the latest in sustainability.
Prime Orchard Location
- Unmatched accessibility: Direct MRT access, proximity to Singapore’s retail and lifestyle belt, and regional connectivity.
- Capitalising on the “Flight to Quality”: As Singapore’s office market faces constrained Grade A supply, top-tier spaces in premium locations are at a premium.
- Supports talent attraction and retention: A landmark, future-ready building enhances corporate identity and employee experience.
Market Context and Occupier Impact
Singapore’s office market remains robust in 2025, with continued strong demand for premium Grade A spaces and limited new supply until 2028. This “flight to quality” trend, along with persistently low vacancy rates, means that high-spec, sustainable developments are especially sought after.
ComCentre’s completion is well-timed to meet this need, offering a future-ready environment in a highly desirable Orchard Road location. Singtel will anchor the new development, occupying around 30% of the space, with the balance available for other tenants.
Conclusion
By combining a prime address with iconic architecture, cutting-edge sustainability and comprehensive amenities, the new ComCentre will set a new standard for office space in Singapore. It offers future tenants not only a premium workplace but a truly forward-thinking environment—positioning itself as the definitive choice for businesses in Singapore’s evolving office landscape.
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