Habyt, a leading co-living operator, has recently launched its newest accommodation space at 5 Kadayanallur Street in Tanjong Pagar. The new space, called Kada at Maxwell, features 18 rooms and is the flagship location for Habyt’s new concept, Habyt Flex. This marks a strategic expansion for the company, as it moves beyond its traditional offering of long-term co-living options.
In August, Habyt Asia Pacific CEO Jonathan Wong announced the company’s plans to add more short-term living options to its portfolio. The first properties under the Habyt Flex concept, Habyt Novena (39 rooms) and Habyt Kallang (27 rooms), were launched in August. Other properties under this concept include Habyt Cantonment and Owen House by Habyt.
Kada at Maxwell offers a range of room options, including en suite studios and two- to three-bedroom units, all with fully equipped kitchenettes. Guests have the choice to book rooms on a nightly, weekly, or 12-month basis.
The dining area of a Studio Deluxe at Habyt’s Kada at Maxwell.
According to Wong, Kada at Maxwell exemplifies Habyt’s commitment to redefining flexible living in Singapore and marks the shift towards the next phase of evolution for Habyt Asia Pacific. Room rates at Kada at Maxwell start at $180 per night.
Located within a preserved 1920s colonial building, Kada at Maxwell adds a touch of historic charm to the modern co-living experience. This three-storey building, designed by Swan & Maclaren, was one of the first modernist buildings in Singapore and was originally built to house the St Andrew’s Mission Hospital for Women and Children.
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The Oasis Lounge at Kada.
The property is managed by the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) and a public tender for its lease was launched in September 2023. The tender evaluated bids based on price and concept quality and SLA encouraged bidders to consider creative lifestyle concepts.
After careful consideration, the site was awarded to Bethesda Medical, which submitted a monthly rental bid of $103,000, the third-highest bid price after Wan Dormitory ($160,000) and The Working Capitol ($108,240). SLA cited Bethesda’s strong focus on community building and connecting people with businesses as the key factor that set their concept apart.
The first floor of Kada at Maxwell will feature 10 F&B offerings, while the second floor will house a gym by Limitless, a wellness center in partnership with Shiruki Studio, and a co-working space. The third floor is home to Habyt’s Kada at Maxwell.
Residents of Kada at Maxwell will have unlimited and complimentary access to the property’s health and wellness amenities, including a performance gym, cold plunge, infrared saunas, hot tubs, and foot baths.
“By combining modern comforts with the timeless allure of a heritage building, we are offering guests a unique lifestyle experience that goes beyond traditional accommodation,” says Wong.