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Singapore Archifest (SGAF) 2025, held from 25 June to 25 July, invites design enthusiasts and the public to explore a radical new perspective on design.
“Don’t (Just) Think Like An Architect,” is the overarching theme for the 19th edition of this annual festival celebrating architecture and the built environment. This positions architecture as a dynamic force shaping lives, communities, and the future of our world.
Helmed by Festival Director Rene Tan and his team at RT+Q Architects, SGAF is poised to redefine the festival with a greater focus on public engagement on design and architecture.
Celebrating 60 Years Through Heritage and Innovation
In celebration of the spirit of SG60, SGAF will be gathering 60 Singapore architects for a day of dialogues at the Architects Roundtable – which presents pioneers, trailblazers, educators, and emerging talents who have shaped our city. For the first time, they will open their portfolios to share their unbuilt works, reflect Singapore’s bold journey over six decades, and engage in frank discussions on what it means to think not just as architects, but collectively explore how to design for a better, more imaginative, and more sustainable future for Singapore.
Additionally, in collaboration with Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA), SGAF 2025 shines a spotlight on this legacy at the vibrant Katong-Joo Chiat precinct. With exciting programmes planned in the area throughout the month, the festival aims to enliven the precinct and tap into community interest for locals to understand their city and their heritage.
What to Expect at Singapore Archifest 2025:
Singapore AF Conference
25 – 27 June 2025, Sands Expo & Convention Centre
The conference features a stellar line-up of over 40 speakers. Attendees can expect to hear from Pritzker laureates and design luminaries. There will also be trailblazers from unrelated fields, including a renowned fashion designer, an acclaimed chef, a celebrated DJ and artist. This interdisciplinary approach aims to spark fresh perspectives and challenge traditional architectural thought.
Highlights among the prominent figures include:
- Riken Yamamoto, a Pritzker Prize laureate renowned for pioneering architecture that fosters community and transparency in public and private spaces.
- Eduardo Souto de Moura, a celebrated Portuguese Pritzker Prize winner, known for his poetic use of materials and timeless, site-specific designs.
Others include:
- Grace La & James Dallman, award-winning principals of LA DALLMAN, recognised for their innovative integration of architecture, urbanism, and landscape across diverse scales.
- Takaharu Tezuka, the visionary architect behind Tezuka Architects, celebrated for designing playful, human-centric spaces that redefine interaction, notably in educational environments.
- Samuel Ross, a multi-hyphenate creative force, blending industrial design, fashion, and art to challenge perceptions of functionality and aesthetic.
- Rishi Naleendra, a Michelin-starred chef who artfully crafts narratives through food, renowned for his innovative approach to taste and dining experiences.
SGAF+
27 June – 25 July 2025, island wide
SGAF 2025 offers an extensive series of public programmes designed for widespread accessibility and participation. Under the festival theme, these diverse events invite everyone to discover how architecture impacts our past, present and future.
Highlights include:
- Tours: Step into the city’s hidden gems and iconic spaces with ArchiTours by NUS and explore the rich narratives of our heritage through Curated Walking Trails by Hidden Heritage SG, focusing on Katong-Joo Chiat neighbourhood.
- Assembly: Blueprints of Imagination: Showcasing the innovative work of emerging design talents from nine spatial design schools, offering a glimpse into the next generation’s vision for our built environment.
- ArchiHouse: A hub of inspiration featuring a compelling schedule of talks and exhibitions, including the thought-provoking Long Island Exhibition – presenting studies by NUS MAUD and Landscape studios – and the insightful URA Identity Corridor Exhibition.
- ArchiPavilions & Installations: Experience the power of design firsthand through interactive and inclusive installations placed to spark conversation and creativity in Katong-Joo Chiat precinct.
For more information on Singapore Archifest 2025 and event ticketing details, visit: archifest.sg
