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SWOT Analysis: Site 1
- Highly accessibility as there are nearby public transportations.
- Many eatery stores are adjacent to site
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- Entertainment such as playground is closeby.
- Currently being barricaded.
- Receiving high noise pollutions as site is located near the main roads, Kampong Bahru Road, and Blair Road. Hence, obstreperous.
- Strong odour scents from the eatery stores.
Strengths
Opportunities
- Possibility to boost singapore’s economy as there is high human traffic.
- Could bring together various racial communities.
Weaknesses
Threats
- To many chinese beliefs, it brings “misfortune” as hospital facilities are located nearby.
- Open space, hence, naturally ventilated.
- Very inspiring.
- High in vegetation.
- Tall vegetations are used to reduce the noise pollution.
- Near to Rail Corridor to do physical activity.
Strengths
Opportunities
- Could become a recognized social gathering place to promote exercise.
- Could foster racial harmony between disparate groups.
- Could bring more life towards the rail corridor which has rich history.
- Could bring attention to the rail corridor.
- It is quite hidden.
- Currently being barricaded.
Weaknesses
Threats
- There is blockage frontage along the main road, Kampong Bahru Flyover, and Keppel Viaduct (Toll Road)
High in vegetation
The area is calm since the large trees in the area block the view of the road. This fosters a serene environment that is accentuated by the availability of natural shade and the opportunity to be outside. Open space, hence, naturally ventilated.
How might we integrate the rail corridor with our site and maximising the green spaces surrounding it?
“This place has lost its popularity.”
A variety of cultures coexist in Bukit Merah. Because of this, many 1st and 2nd generation people make efforts to commemorate and maintain it by handing down or expressing traditions through clothing and food.
How might we instil the culture and history of the Bukit Merah area into the younger generations while still maintaining the traditions?
How might we integrate the rail corridor with our site and maximising the green spaces surrounding it?
