‘Cover Projects introduces ‘The Initial Sama’ serviced apartments at 26 Evans Road, including the premier ‘River Valley Green Residences’

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Cover Projects has won the tender for the heritage building at 26 Evans Road from the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) and will transform it into a co-living property named “The Initial Sama”. The property will feature 74 serviced apartments, including studios and one- and two-bedroom units, with a unique “retro-modern interior design”. The team behind the project, Lim Keong Wee and Victoria Loh, both have backgrounds in architecture, design, and hospitality. The property will be positioned as “a sanctuary in the city, dedicated to holistic well-being” with the name “Sama” derived from Sanskrit word meaning “balanced” or “well-maintained”. The interiors will incorporate biophilic elements and natural furnishings. With a focus on wellness, shared spaces such as sensory and healing gardens and a wellness-focused workspace hub will be available to residents. Other projects by Cover Projects include Eighteen by Three Cabins, a premium cabin hostel, and the serviced apartments, Initial @ Balestier and Thank You Come Again social space. The team brings a wealth of experience to their projects, with Lim having 13 years in architecture and design and Loh with a background in hospitality. The River Valley Green Residences, located at 26 Evans Road, will now be known as “The Initial Sama”. Cover Projects, a hospitality management company, was awarded the tender for the property by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA). The property will offer 74 serviced apartments, ranging from studios to one- and two-bedroom units, with a unique retro-modern interior design. The team behind the project, Lim Keong Wee and Victoria Loh, both have backgrounds in architecture, design, and hospitality. The property will focus on holistic well-being, with shared spaces such as sensory and healing gardens and a wellness-focused workspace hub. These shared spaces will promote connectivity and wellness for residents. The name “Sama” was chosen as it means “balanced” or “well-maintained” in Sanskrit. Lim, who has 13 years of experience in architecture and design, and Loh, who has a background in hospitality, co-founded Cover Projects in 2015. They have successfully completed projects such as Eighteen by Three Cabins, a premium cabin hostel, and serviced apartments, Initial @ Balestier and Thank You Come Again social space. The Initial Sama at the heritage property at 26 Evans Road will be a dedicated sanctuary in the city, offering residents a holistic living experience. The property will feature retro-modern interiors with biophilic elements and natural furnishings, designed by the team behind Cover Projects. Lim Keong Wee and Victoria Loh, co-founders of Cover Projects, have a wealth of experience in architecture, design, and hospitality, which they bring to all their projects. The River Valley Green Residences at 26 Evans Road will have 74 serviced apartments, including studios and one- and two-bedroom units. The property will prioritize wellness and connectivity with shared spaces such as sensory and healing gardens and a wellness-focused workspace hub. Cover Projects was awarded the tender for this heritage building by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA). The name “Sama” was chosen as it reflects the property’s focus on balance and well-being, derived from the Sanskrit word meaning “well-maintained”.