Duxton Hill: Heritage Shophouses. Creative Community & Event Spaces in Singapore

Duxton Hill: A Neighbourhood Rooted in Calm, Culture & Quiet Creativity

Tucked just off the city’s faster lanes, Duxton Hill has always held a quiet kind of charm. Its streets are lined with heritage shophouses, layered with stories from the past, yet today they hum with a newer, gentler kind of energy — boutique studios, small businesses, wellness hideouts, and slow cafés that make space for conversation.

Unlike other neighbourhoods that shout their identity, Duxton leans into calm confidence. The rhythm here is unhurried but never still. You might pass a ceramics studio next to a natural wine bar, then turn a corner into a yoga loft, or stumble upon a quiet bookshop with vinyl playing. It’s the kind of mix that happens when people build intentionally, not trendily.

Some mornings, we pause to watch a growing family of roosters and baby chicks that have decided they too belong to Duxton. They cross streets freely like seasoned locals. They remind us this is a place with its own pace — and that’s the point.

Where the Culture is in the Details

Duxton’s magic isn’t loud — it’s in the everyday rituals. The bartender who knows your favourite table, the small shopkeeper who waves each morning, the quiet nod from a neighbour walking to their studio.

As one of our neighbours, who runs a creative space nearby, shared:

(Left: Lucha Loco. Right: Praelum Wine Bistro)

“People come here for the work-life balance, but they stay because of the people. There’s a rhythm to Duxton — slow, steady, and sincere.”

"This is one of the few places in Singapore where people still stop to chat. Sometimes it’s about the work, sometimes it’s just about the weather. Either way, you remember each other.”

That ethos is what drew us here in the first place. As a community-focused space, we knew Duxton wasn’t just a location — it was a vibe. We weren’t looking for foot traffic. We were looking for people who value thoughtfulness, beauty, and connection.

Co. in Duxton: Building With, Not Just In

Since moving into the neighbourhood, we’ve quietly hosted a wide spectrum of gatherings — from sound healing workshops and talks on mindfulness, to beading circles, wellness takeovers with Klook, and even a lifestyle activation with Esquire.

Left: Klook x Duxton Wellness Takeover. Right: Burosocial Dinner Party

We even introduced a donation vending machine project where proceeds supported causes in need — small ideas with heart, rooted in the belief that community is built through care, not campaigns.

Giving With The Giving Machine And for those looking for a home base here, we offer coworking spaces — not because it's trendy, but because we believe people do their best work when they feel like they belong. Whether you're running your own brand, consulting independently, or simply want a quiet place to think — our spaces are here for people who love Duxton for the same reasons we do.

You might be here for a month. Or you might stay for years. Either way, there's space for you.

The Heritage That Grounds Us

Duxton Hill is more than just a pretty street. These buildings once housed 19th-century traders and family-run businesses — the original creative entrepreneurs of Singapore. That legacy lives on in today’s independent businesses, who continue to shape a modern cultural identity rooted in heritage.

We’re not here to change that. We’re here to honour it.

And for us at Co., we listen before we build. We meet new neighbours not with pitches but with curiosity:

What are you working on?

What would you love to see happen here?

Is there something we can create together?

That's how Duxton works. It rewards those who take time, ask questions, and care.

Come for the Heritage, Stay for the Community

If you're someone who values thoughtful culture, independent spirit, and quiet creativity — Duxton Hill welcomes you. Whether you’re planning an event, looking for a workspace, or simply exploring, there’s something here for everyone.

We’re just one part of this neighbourhood, but we’re always happy to connect, collaborate, or just chat over coffee.

👉 Explore our event spaces and community experiences here