Talks & Workshops

ArClab: Shanghai Plaster Workshop

by NUS ArClab
17 - 18, 24 - 25 May • 10:30am
17 - 18, 24 - 25 May • 03:30pm

Try your hand at Shanghai Plastering—a distinctive, marble-like finish once popular in Singapore homes and buildings.

Shanghai Plaster Workshop
Programme Details
Date:
- Sat, 17 May, 24 May
- Sun, 18 May, 25 May
Time: 10.30am - 12pm, 3.30pm - 5pm
Venue: NUS ArClab (141 Neil Rd Singapore 088870)
Price: $25/pax

Shanghai Plaster was a common feature in early- and mid-20th century homes in Singapore, prized for its speckled, granite-like appearance. In this workshop, learn the origins, materials, and technique behind this decorative finish—and discover how heritage surfaces can be preserved or revived in modern design.
NUS ArClab
The Architectural Conservation Laboratory (NUS ArCLab) is part of National University of Singapore’s Department of Architecture. With a focus on capacity building in Singapore’s conservation industry to protect heritage for future generations, ArCLab takes on a two-prong approach: Education and Innovation. ArCLab provides education by training students and government agencies, and develops innovative techniques to advance conservation and documentation of the historic fabric, creative design, and policy research.




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