28 Frames Exhibition
Art Finds a Home In Singapore’s Heritage Shophouses
What happens when contemporary art breathes new life into spaces steeped in history?
Step into 28 Frames to find out.
This exhibition is about stories whispered through time, where every brushstroke feels right at home against the textured past of 1 Keong Saik Road and 39 Ann Siang Road. Here, worn tiles and wooden shutters meet bold colours and fresh ideas, reminding us that even in a fast-changing city, art can help us pause and reconnect with our roots.
As you wander The Working Capitol’s beautifully restored heritage buildings, you’ll encounter works by four remarkable Singapore-based artists. Nicolas Damiens, Charles Wong, Jays Phua and Ling Yang Chang.
28 Frames is curated to feel more like an exploration than a traditional gallery visit. Each artwork has been intentionally placed to show how art can transform any environment; from shared coworking spaces to the quiet corners of your own home. There’s something intimate about standing before a piece you love and imagining how it could change the way your space feels.
Nicolas Damien’s City Pop series line the main stairwell at 1 Keong Saik Road
Artists Who Tell Stories in Every Stroke
1. Nicolas Damiens: Memories Lit by Neon
As you climb the main staircase at 1 Keong Saik Road, Nicolas Damiens’ vivid City Pop series greets you with electric pinks and blues. His cityscapes pulse with energy, evoking the feeling of getting lost — and found — under neon skies. These pieces invite you to bring the excitement and nostalgia of urban nights into your own living space.
2. Charles Wong: Finding Calm in Connection
In the main workspace and lounge, Charles Wong’s delicate patterns of dots draw you in with their quiet intensity. Each dot is more than a mark; it’s a pause, a breath, a reminder that despite our differences, we share a common core. His meditative pieces are perfect for spaces where tranquility and meaning matter.
Two of Charles Wong’s paintings are displayed. Labels with QR codes are given for all exhibited artworks
3. Ling Yang Chang: Flowing Forms of Thought
Ling Yang Chang’s abstract calligraphy explores the beauty of written forms beyond words themselves. His expressive brushstrokes and layered textures capture movement and emotion, transforming traditional calligraphy into abstract works of art. These pieces bring a quiet sophistication to any room, adding mindfulness and timeless artistry.
4. Jays Phua: Capturing Urban Rhythms
In the main workspace, you’ll also find Jays Phua’s works. His bold brushstrokes reflect the movement and intensity of Singapore’s urban landscape in abstract forms, adding a modern, expressive touch to any space. Pieces like Infinity in Gold and Harmony in Motion are perfect for creating a dynamic focal point.
Jays Phua’s abstract series in the main workspace at 1 Keong Saik Road
Bringing Art Into Your Space
Art does more than decorate your home; it invites stories, quiet moments and inspiration into your everyday life. A piece chosen with care becomes part of your home’s atmosphere, growing in meaning each time you pause to take it in.
Art has the power to turn familiar rooms into spaces that reflect who you are.
28 Frames is open now through 30 September 2025 at 1 Keong Saik Road and 39 Ann Siang Road.
Walk-ins are welcome so feel free to drop by, explore the colours, textures and stories, and let the artworks surprise you.
Want to immerse yourself fully? Book your visit here to redeem a complimentary day pass at The Working Capitol. Stay, work and soak in the creative energy of these beautifully preserved heritage spaces.
And if a piece speaks to you, every artwork on display is available for purchase, ready to bring warmth and character into your own home.