MICA Library - Replacement Block

The MICA library that requires a heavy loading limit is housed in the replacement block to take advantage of the new structure.

That which remains:-

That which remains ... Also retained is the old main entrance marked by double columns topped by a Greek pediment and the two plaques on the columns commemorating the opening of the building in 1934. It now serves as a pedestrian entrance.

Till today... On the internal facades, verandah openings along communal corridors of the barracks were reinstated and chimney flues that served the kitchens of the barracks were retained. Staircases including the original railings and balustrades are now used as fire escape staircases.



And into a new beginning... The new facade is painted a warmer colour than the original grey while the windows are painted in rainbow hues to counterbalance the authoritative images of the old Police station and reflect the progressive outlook of MICA. The use of colors has been extended to the interior atrium walls, which are in blue, yellow and pink.



The Old Hill Street Police Station is now known as the MICA Building. It comprises seven six storey (with two basement levels) blocks formed around two open spaces in an L-shaped plan.

The two open spaces are the interior atrium with a glass skylight and the exterior open-air triangular courtyard. It sits on a site area of 11 square metres and has a gross floor area of 25,000 square metres.