A new social and reading space dedicated to Singapore literature is set to open at Causeway Point in 2028, offering one of the country’s largest publicly accessible collections of pre-loved library books. The initiative is a collaboration between Frasers Centrepoint Trust (FCT), which owns the mall, and the National Library & Archives Board (NLB), aimed at promoting sustainability and encouraging reading among the public.
Named The HomePage @ Causeway Point, the 32,000 square-foot venue will be located on the mall’s sixth and seventh floors as part of an extensive renovation planned between 2027 and 2029. Visitors will be able to browse through and collect pre-loved library books in multiple languages without the need for borrowing, reflecting efforts to reduce waste and increase book accessibility.
In addition to its sizeable book collection, The HomePage will feature thematic exhibitions and programmes focused on Singapore literature (SingLit) and local authors. The NLB will collaborate with the National Arts Council to curate the space and its activities, aiming to deepen public appreciation of Singapore’s literary heritage.
The venue will also include food and beverage outlets, interactive experiences, family-friendly amenities such as children’s play areas, and a specially designed indoor theatre and screening space. This theatre is expected to host films, author talks, storytelling sessions, and cultural programmes, providing a multifaceted community hub.
Design elements for The HomePage will draw inspiration from iconic Singapore landmarks, including colonial-era Teck Wey HDB blocks, the former National Library building on Stamford Road, and the geometric forms characteristic of 1970s Brutalist architecture. These influences are intended to create a uniquely Singaporean atmosphere within the space.
Melissa Tam, chief executive of NLB, described the project as a milestone in fostering a stronger reading culture. She emphasized the importance of making reading more accessible and providing new avenues for readers to engage with local literary works, encouraging lifelong reading habits and deeper connections to Singaporean identity.
Wan Wee Pin, assistant chief executive of NLB’s Experiences Group, noted that The HomePage would complement nearby Woodlands Library, located directly opposite the mall. Together, they are expected to enhance access to reading materials and programmes in the northern region of Singapore.
Causeway Point itself is undergoing a significant transformation, expanding to more than 425,000 square feet and increasing its retail outlets from about 230 to nearly 250 stores. The redevelopment will also introduce new community spaces, upgraded family amenities, and enhanced facilities.
Richard Ng, chief executive officer of the manager of FCT, highlighted the strategic importance of upgrading Causeway Point in line with the growth of northern Singapore as a residential and commercial hub. This growth is supported by the addition of over 50,000 new homes and the development of the Woodlands Regional Centre, which is projected to provide more than 100,000 jobs.
The mall’s location near the forthcoming Johor Bahru-Singapore Rapid Transit System Link, scheduled to begin operations in February 2027, further underscores the significance of this redevelopment. Ng stressed that as Woodlands evolves into a major economic center, Causeway Point must adapt to meet the changing needs of the community.