CDL has announced the completion of a S$50 million renovation and enhancement work at City Square Mall, featuring an additional 26,000 sq ft of space. The expansion has introduced a wider variety of F&B offerings and enhanced community-focused areas, including CONNECT @ City Square Mall, a dedicated hub developed with the National Council of Social Service (NCSS) that provides wellness programmes for children and families.

The launch was officiated by Senior Parliamentary Secretary at the Ministry of Law and Ministry of Social and Family Development Mr Eric Chua, and Mayor of Central Singapore District Ms Denise Phua.

“Asset rejuvenation is a key pillar of our enhancement strategy to optimise operational performance and unlock value. City Square Mall now offers a more dynamic retail experience, with vibrant spaces and a refreshed tenant mix. Following the completion of the revamp, the mall has achieved almost 100% committed occupancy, supported by strong footfall and healthy leasing momentum. In tandem with the transformation of the Farrer Park precinct, we have taken the bold step to transform City Square Mall into a community hub integrated with first-of-its-kind wellness facilities to support families,” said Mr Sherman Kwek, CDL’s Group Chief Executive Officer.
Introducing CONNECT @ City Square Mall as a Community Hub

Spanning 15,000 sq ft across Level 4 and Basement 2 and developed with the National Council of Social Service, CONNECT @ City Square Mall brings five social service agencies together to provide integrated support for children and families.

These agencies offer programmes ranging from mental health support to family strengthening, including community talks and initiatives to enhance parental well-being.

Expanded dining concepts, new community spaces and green enhancements

Formerly occupied by a food court on Level 4 (now relocated to Basement 3 with a retro-themed design), the space has been transformed into Gastro Square, a 24,000 sq ft dining destination offering an eclectic selection of international cuisines. Notable tenants include the Chef Vo Quoc Vietnamese Cuisines (#04-41) by Master Chef Vo Quoc, and Xiao Jiao Tian (#04-37) serving traditional Sichuan cuisine.

New dining concepts that have moved in include The Fat Sparrow (#02-15), Sanook Kitchen (#02-56), and Daydream Desserts (#02-15A and 58), with open dining areas overlooking the atrium.

City Green, a 49,000 sq ft urban park, features refreshed landscaping, communal areas and nature-inspired playgrounds for families. Regular events such as pop-ups and markets further activate the space and support local businesses.

Staying true to its identity as Singapore’s first eco-mall, sustainability remains central to the upgrade. Upcycled materials including bamboo chopsticks, bubble wrap and PET bottles, were used in interiors, while removed fixtures were repurposed into new features.

On the rooftop, the Singapore Sustainability Academy continues to drive climate education, with a new annex extending outreach to businesses and the community.

CDL EcoTrain, a repurposed SMRT cabin, serves as a climate education hub, while the expanded CDL MicroForest enhances biodiversity and cooling, while the adjacent. For more details on CDL MicroForest, please click here.

“The completion of our AEI marks a significant milestone for City Square Mall. The refreshed mall now offers an expanded and diversified tenant mix, including enhanced F&B and lifestyle offerings, specific clusters catering to kids, home & living, athleisure and others. There are also thoughtfully designed community spaces such as CONNECT @ City Square Mall and the refreshed City Green park. Aside from spaces, our shoppers can continue to expect and participate in a variety of community-focused programming,” said Ms Callie Yah, CDL’s Executive Vice President and Head of Global Asset Management Division.