This Bus Stop In Singapore Has Free WiFi, Books, And Even A Swing
Quite possibly the coolest bus stop in the world.
By John Lim — 02 Mar 2017, 05:26 PM
Many would agree that waiting for the bus is usually a boring and tiresome affair
You find ways to entertain yourself, like dancing.
But waiting for the bus need not be such a pain, at least for lucky commuters in Singapore
Desired "to make waiting fun", the one-of-a-kind bus stop is located in Jurong East allows commuters to enjoy a slew of features that no other stops have.
Project Bus Stop, is a prototype conceived by a group of architects from DP Architects to re-imagine the daily commuting experience, and how people "transit, interact and socialise"
For starters, the bus stop provides free WiFi and handphone charging points so you can play Pokémon GO without having to worry your battery or data will run dry.
If you're more of a reader, there's a rack of books geared for all ages, from Enid Blyton to Ray Bradbury. Do make sure you put 'em back after you're done!
The bus stop also comes equipped with interactive smart boards that provide content and bus arrival timings
There's also a journey planner that's useful for tourists who require directions to navigate around the Lion City.
On top of that, there's a rooftop garden, solar panels, bicycle parking, and even a swing! #jealous
Singaporean illustrator Lee Xin Li's artwork is also showcased in the bus stop.
The project was set up in August 2016 and will be operational for a year. The public are welcomed to share their experiences of using the bus stop with the government.
The feedback received will help the involved parties understand and ascertain the merits and value of the various features for consideration in the planning and design of bus stops going forward.
“We want to make waiting for Singapore’s buses a joyful and enriching experience,” said Seah of DP Architects as quoted by CityLab.
Be sure to check out this uber cool bus stop when you're in Singapore!
It's located along Jurong Gateway Road at Jurong East Central. You won't be able to miss it!