Refurbishment | Taylor's Hostel Management

Reimagining Student Living at Taylor's Residence

Refreshed Spaces for Better Living

Over the past year, Taylor's Residence has undergone a major refurbishment to enhance the comfort, functionality and overall living experience for our residents. After more than a decade of serving students from around the world, parts of the residence were ready for renewal. Our refurbishment programme focused on modernising living spaces, improving shared facilities and creating a more welcoming environment that supports both study and community life. What makes this transformation unique is that it was carried out while the residence remained fully operational. With students living on campus year-round, upgrades were carefully phased and managed to minimise disruption while maintaining a comfortable living environment. Today, residents enjoy refreshed spaces designed with practicality, durability and wellbeing in mind.

ARRIVAL & SECURITY ENHANCEMENT

G Floor Lift Lobby

Entrance to a building with glass doors showing the letter U and the word 'residence' on either side, next to a 7-Eleven advertisement for Slurpee drinks.

Modern lobby area with illuminated U Residence sign on wall, two elevator doors, and hanging pendant lights.

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Before

The original entrance featured dated branding and a cluttered design that made the space feel less welcoming.

After

The refurbished lobby is brighter, more open and more modern, creating a more welcoming and spacious arrival experience.

U Residence Entrance

Entrance to U Residence building A3 with glass doors and white facade with multiple windows.

Entrance to U Residence with glass sliding doors, white tiled floor, and a potted plant inside a modern building.

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After

Before

The original entrance featured dated branding and a cluttered design that made the space feel less welcoming.

After

The upgraded entrance introduces a cleaner, brighter design that creates a more welcoming arrival point.

Security Walkway

Modern security checkpoint with turnstiles and a glass door leading to a 24/7 Security Control Room.

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After

Before

The previous security walkway reflected the original design and finishes of the facility.

After

The upgraded walkway introduces refreshed finishes and a modern security control area, creating a cleaner and more professional environment.

COMMUNITY SPACES

Reception Lobby

Modern office reception area with a red and white front desk, red chairs, tiled floor, glass walls, and decorative ceiling lights.

Modern office lounge area with wooden floors, a long table with bench seating, a bar counter with stools, plants, and pendant lights.

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Before

The lobby functioned primarily as a reception area with a formal counter and minimal space for resident interaction.

After

The refreshed lobby transforms the space into a warm communal hub with lounge seating and a shared pantry for studying and socialising.

U Lounge Signage

Entrance to U Lounge with glass sliding doors, signage above, and informational stands outside.

Entrance of U Lounge with glass doors and a digital signboard about cleaner water for better living beside a large potted plant.

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After

Before

The U Lounge entrance featured standard signage and temporary notice displays for communication.

After

The refreshed entrance introduces modern signage and integrated digital displays, creating a cleaner and more contemporary frontage.

U Lounge (Inside)

Spacious modern lounge with wooden flooring, multiple sofas, large windows, and a person sitting on a raised platform.

Modern lounge area with green sofas, black armchairs, wooden tables, large windows, and a wall-mounted TV displaying a waterfall and river landscape.

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After

Before

The lounge featured a conventional seating area with a small television and a darker interior setting.

After

The space was transformed into a vibrant social hub with a refreshed interior, stage and large LED screen for movie nights and community events.

U Garden

View of an enclosed outdoor patio with red tiled floor, white walls, potted plants, and sliding glass doors leading indoors.

Covered outdoor patio with wooden deck, beige sofa, assorted chairs, hanging and potted green plants.

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After

Before

Previously, the space was a simple open courtyard with minimal features for resident use.

After

The refurbished U Garden introduces lush greenery and comfortable seating, creating a relaxing outdoor space for residents to unwind and connect.

U Garden Study Area

Indoor study area with light wooden tables and green chairs, glass door leading to an outdoor space with artificial grass.

Indoor study area with artificial grass flooring, round tables with green chairs, black benches, hanging plants, and ceiling fans.

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After

Before

The study area was enclosed within a more confined indoor setting.

After

The space was opened up and refreshed with greenery and larger communal tables, creating a more airy and comfortable study environment.

U RESIDENCE APARTMENT REFURBISHMENT

Kitchenette

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After

Standard Single

Compact bedroom with a single bed, white bedding, a desk with a chair, shelves with green accents, and a partially covered window.

Cozy bedroom with a single bed, beige bedding, green pillow, window with city view, and a study desk with shelves and framed photos.

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After

Standard Twin

Compact shared room with two single beds, a gray door, white wardrobe, long gray desk with a laptop, books, and pink orchid plant.

Minimalist bedroom with two single beds, a wooden floor, a desk with a tablet, and a wall-mounted fan.

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After

En-suite Single

Small modern bedroom with a single white bed, a chair holding a teddy bear, a window, and an attached bathroom with a glass door.

Compact bedroom with a single bed, window with city view, desk with laptop, shelves, and a frosted glass door leading to a bathroom.

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En-suite Premium Single

Compact room with two single beds, gray walls, ceiling fan, a desk with a chair and books, and an adjacent bathroom with a white sink and dark floor tiles.

Cozy bedroom with a neatly made bed, two pillows, a workspace with laptop and chair, and an adjacent bathroom with a toilet and window.

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Superior Single

Small bedroom with single bed, gray and green desk with chair, window with white curtain, and light wood flooring.

Minimalist bedroom with a bed, bedside table, wall shelves with baskets, framed pictures, a desk with a laptop, chair, and window.

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After

RUEMZ REFURBISHMENT

En-suite Single

Small minimalist bedroom with single bed, wooden desk, chair, wall-mounted fan, and large window with city view.

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Superior En-suite Single

Modern hotel room with a single bed, bedside tables, pendant lights, a desk with a chair, and a small refrigerator.

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En-suite Twin

Modern hotel room with twin beds separated by a partial wall with a mounted TV, a desk with chair, and large windows showing city buildings.

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En-suite Single

Modern hotel room with two single beds, green accent wall, wall-mounted TV, desk with chair, and a bathroom with frosted glass door.

Modern twin bedroom with two single beds, beige walls, dark wood flooring, wall-mounted fan, desk area with shelves, and frosted glass door leading to bathroom.

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Deluxe En-suite Twin

Minimalist twin beds with white linens in a hotel room featuring a wooden floor, a small wooden nightstand, two hanging pendant lights, a wall-mounted fan, a wooden desk, and a white chair.

Modern hotel room with two single beds, wooden flooring, a desk with a chair, wall-mounted TV, air conditioning, and a bathroom sink area visible.

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Kitchen

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Lounge

Modern conference room with a long white table, six tan chairs, wood-paneled ceiling and wall, and a large mirror on one side.

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Awards & Recognition

Taylor's Residence has transformed into an award-winning community builder, with a focus on imparting crucial life skills to its residents.

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