History

Construction of the CommandHouse by the Royal Engineers commenced in 1928 and was completed in 1935 close to the eve of World War 2. It is steeped in Singapore's history, having functioned as the Officer's Mess and Quarters of the Far East Headquarters of the Royal Air Force [RAF] from 1945 to 1972.

 

With the reversion of the site to independent Singapore, it was leased and operated by the Singapore Christian Conference Centre between 1977 and 1983, during which time the CommandHouse hosted many significant events including then Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew historical address to trade unionists.

 

From 1983 to 1985, the site hosted the Singapore Armed Forces Commandos. The motto of the SAF "For Honour and Glory" was emblazoned in the CommandHouse dining room.

 

After several decades of disuse, the CommandHouse has recently been restored, enhanced and now launched anew in 2015.

 

The new CommandHouse at Changi Cove showcases it’s history, heritage and modern Singapore.