What is Singaporean Hindu architecture style?

Singaporean Hindu temple architecture represents a contemporary adaptation of traditional Dravidian and other Indian styles, often incorporating modern materials and responding to urban contexts.

Where is Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture found?

Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture is primarily found in Singapore. There are 1 heritage sites documented with this architectural style.

When was Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture used?

Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture was used during 20th century CE, 21st century CE.

What materials are used in Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture?

Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture typically uses Concrete, Steel, Traditional Stone. These materials are characteristic of this architectural style and reflect the construction techniques of the period.

Which heritage sites use Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture?

There are 1 heritage sites documented with Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture. You can explore these sites on the Inheritage Foundation website.

Singaporean Hindu architecture style | Inheritage Foundation Art & Architecture Thesaurus | Inheritage Foundation

Title	Singaporean Hindu architecture style 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site) Rare 4.5/5(Based on 1 heritage site)
Description	Singaporean Hindu temple architecture represents a contemporary adaptation of traditional Dravidian and other Indian styles, often incorporating modern materials and responding to urban contexts.
Also Known As	Contemporary Octagonal Saiva Temple Architecture with Dravidian Motifs Saiva Siddhanta Temple Architecture Octagonal Sanctum Design Modern Singaporean Temple Typology
Tags	Singapore Hindu Temple Contemporary Urban Temple
Style ID	`INHF-STY-6464207909-01:35:02:23:01:21:SHAS`
URI	https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/styles/singaporean-hindu-architecture-style
API Endpoint	`https://www.inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/singaporean-hindu-architecture-style`
Total Sites	1
Primary Sites	0
Created	November 19, 2025
Last Updated	November 29, 2025

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Regions

Regions	Singapore

Historical Context

Time Periods	20th century CE 21st century CE

Sacred Context

Sacred Contexts	Hindu temples

Architectural Details

Primary Materials	Concrete Steel Traditional Stone
Architectural Features	Gopuram Mandapa Modern materials Urban integration

Keywords

Keywords	Singapore Hindu Temple Contemporary Urban Temple

Recommended Sources

Title	Type	Notes
Hindu Temples in Singapore	Article	Overview of Hindu temples in Singapore.

Heritage Sites (1)

Site Name	Status	Confidence
Sri Sivan Temple Singapore	Secondary	100%

How to Identify Singaporean Hindu architecture style

Look for characteristic features: Gopuram, Mandapa, Modern materials.
Verify geographic location: Singaporean Hindu architecture style architecture is typically found in Singapore.
Examine construction materials: Singaporean Hindu architecture style typically uses Concrete and Steel.
Consider historical context: This style dates from 20th century CE.
Compare with documented examples: 1 heritage sites use this architectural style.

Singaporean Hindu architecture style

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Heritage Sites (1)

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