Arts cluster Gillman Barracks set for another transformation

THE quiet but beloved arts cluster Gillman Barracks is set for another round of transformation under the Singapore Land Authority (SLA), which promises a broader lifestyle mix of dining, leisure and arts offerings for all visitors.

SLA made the announcement on Tuesday (May 24), even as it launched 5 tenders for F&B and lifestyle uses. It hopes that potential tenants will propose novel concepts such as farmers’ markets, farm-to-table dining, bookshop-cafes, dining-cum-pottery classes and wine-and-painting parties.

SLA plans to spend S$2 million to improve the precinct’s infrastructure, from building more covered walkways to a new children’s playground. SLA chief executive Colin Low said: “SLA is constantly reviewing the timely introduction of innovative ways to unlock the potential of our State Properties and value-add to the economy and community.”