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SPECIAL | PRODUCED BY SPH CONTENT LAB
T H U R S D AY, A U G U S T 3 1 , 2 0 1 7
Seventh month
deals you
can’t miss
Apartment What’s your Dream homes Clearing
types for every interior décor within reach fengshui
personality style? myths
THURSDAY,
2 AUGUST 31, 2017
NEWS SPECIAL | SPH CONTENT LAB
Contents
Contents
3 Fortune favours the brave
4 Under one roof
6 Hot picks
8 7 gadgets every new
homeowner should have
10 Trending now
11 Home loans demystified
12 A nest out West
14 Resort living in the
heart of town
16 Fengshui or fiction?
17 A lot like falling in love...
18 Find the perfect pad for
your personality
20 Best of both worlds:
eclectic appeal of the city
22 What is your ideal
interior style?
24 Vested interests
26 Unwind in an urban oasis
WHAT IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN
In the article titled “A nest out West” published in
The Straits Times’ Home&Now supplement on August
26, 2017, we stated that the “Niche Kitchen” design
was created for The Clement Canopy by designer Bruce
Wilkin. This is incorrect. Wilkin was, in fact, not involved in
this development.
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T H U R S D AY, A U G U S T 3 1 , 2 0 1 7
Seventh month
deals you
can’t miss
Apartment What’s your Dream homes Clearing
types for every interior décor within reach fengshui
personality style? myths
Photographer Ted Chen
Models Sophia Kaufmann and
Cookie the Maltipoo
Location Goodwood Grand
This supplement was first published on
Aug 26 in The Straits Times.
HEAD Serene Goh EDITORS Michelle Bong, Hafiz Rasid
WRITERS Bryant Chan, Trina Khoo, Lydia Shu, Belinda Wan
CHIEF SUB-EDITOR Uma Venkatraman ART DIRECTOR
Chris Tan ART AND DESIGN Kimmie Tan, Sara Tan
PHOTOGRAPHER Ted Chen PROJECT COORDINATOR
Czaraim Suganob Carreon ADMIN EXECUTIVE Jenny Wong
ADVERTISING SALES Lina Tan, Stella Yeo
For reproduction of articles or reprints of photographs, call SPH’s Information
Resource Centre: 6319-5508 or 6319-5726. E-mail feedback to contentlab@
sph.com.sg
THURSDAY,
AUGUST 31, 2017 3
SPH CONTENT LAB | SPECIAL NEWS
Fortune favours the brave
The traditional
property market slump
during the Hungry
Ghost Festival is your
cue to take advantage
of today’s market, says
Michelle Bong
ACCORDING to Chinese
beliefs, the Hungry Ghost
month is when the gates of
hell open to let spirits roam
free and, therefore, regarded
as an inauspicious time to
buy, sell or renovate a house.
Yet this year’s reading of
the market suggests that a
confluence of factors could
favour the daring. Reports in
The Straits Times indicate the
residential property market
is bottoming out, property
transactions are brisk, and
overall market sentiment is
bullish.
According to Urban Rede-
velopment Authority data,
the number of private homes
sold in June this year jumped
by 53 per cent from a year ago.
Developers sold 820 units, a Buyers who are not superstitious could bag a great deal for a choice property. PHOTOS: THINKSTOCK
marked increase from the 536
units sold last June.
So while timing keeps during the seventh month ready, reducing the need to good deals. The report com- by incentives or ominous
many from making a decision could end up with much fewer undertake major renova- pared factors including size, thoughts. One buyer, who
to secure their purchases, choices for consideration,” he tions or hack walls. “Older floor level and housing types declined to be named, said:
buyers with no qualms says. “With the currently high HDB resale flats generally based on data from 82,001 “I will be signing my option
about doing so might emerge market activity, prices could require extensive renova- non-landed private housing to purchase my two-bedroom
winners. rise, and all you get from not tions. However, new condo- transactions between 2000 condo unit at Principal
Mr Ismail Gafoor, chief making a decision is the risk minium projects do not have and 2009. Gardens next month, during
executive officer of real estate of paying more later on.” this issue. Buyers can simply It found that prices for the Hungry Ghost Festival.
agency Propnex, says market Mr Jack Chua, CEO of real move in,” he says. homes were 7.43 per cent It didn’t even cross my mind
demand and supply forces, estate company ERA, notes Insights from a Straits lower and buyers who made that it would be taboo to do so.
and not superstitions, should that buying newly completed Times study published in their purchases during the I shopped around, fell in love
lead a buyer’s choice. private residential property 2015 on the home buying seventh month enjoyed dis- with Principal Gardens for its
“Based on market buoyan- is more favourable during behaviour of Chinese and counts of 8.45 per cent. great location and facilities,
cy right now, potential buyers the seventh month, because non-Chinese suggest this Nonetheless, there are and decided to buy it. I don’t
who avoid property shopping such homes are move-in period could, in fact, yield those who aren’t influenced care about superstitions.”
Older HDB resale flats generally
require extensive renovations.
However, new condominium
projects do not have this issue.
Buyers can simply move in.
Mr Jack Chua
CEO, ERA
Move-in ready homes do not need a lot of renovation.
THURSDAY,
4 AUGUST 31, 2017
NEWS SPECIAL | SPH CONTENT LAB
Under one roof
Sims Urban Oasis offers the flexibility of making your
purchase an ideal home as well as a smart investment
Live in luxury at Sims Urban Oasis. PHOTOS: GUOCOLAND
MICHELLE BONG separate apartments with enjoy convenient proximity families resort-style living
their own set of keys. Each but not necessarily a shared that is bound to inspire
LOCATED on the city fringe apartment has their own living space. This way, mar- and invigorate the senses.
and a few MRT stops away facilities and amenities such ried couples and their chil- Thoughtfully designed, the
from Bugis and Raffles as bedrooms, kitchens, bath- dren can occupy one unit, condominium’s expansive
Place, Sims Urban Oasis is rooms and lifestyle-comple- while grandparents live in grounds cater to the needs
increasingly a place that mentary spaces. the other. of every member of the
growing families call home. This is particularly great Such an arrangement is family.
In particular, the family- for multi-generational or especially ideal for families One of the best offerings
friendly development’s 3BR extended families looking to who rely on grandparents to at Sims Urban Oasis is the
and 4BR units, designed with take care of young children. family zone, a hotspot for
a dual key concept, support Alternatively, those look- get-together sessions and
multi-generational living. A ing to upgrade from HDB celebrations. Why head out?
popular feature that appeals dwellings can consider such Stay in and utilise facilities
to condo shoppers, dual key units that would let them in the family zone such as
units comprise two self- occupy one apartment and the BBQ pavilion, family
contained living spaces that rent the other out for invest- sun and lounge decks, two
share one roof. ment purposes. In other Olympic-length swimming
The entire unit, which words, buyers of dual-key pools, as well as separate
also shares a foyer but units own one property but children’s play and wading
with different main front enjoy the possibility of two pools.
doors, is divided into two tenancies. Sims Urban Oasis also
Alternatively, the second features a large lawn and
apartment can be used as multiple recreational spaces.
Sims Urban Oasis a home office. Working in a Children can play ball on the
separate space from the one big lawn, learn to swim in the
Location you live in promises savings pool, master a good swing on
60 Sims Drive
not just in terms of rental, the tennis court, and social-
PSF price but also travel time and ise with other kids at the
From $1,350 transport costs. playground.
No of units Complementing this living For added convenience, the
1,024 arrangement is a suite of condominium is equipped
facilities designed to encour- with six retail shops and a
Nearest MRT station age increased family activity childcare centre — perfect
Aljunied time and closer bonds. With for parents or caregivers with
URL nine different activity zones a daily schedule of sending
simsurbanoasis.com.sg and more than 50 facilities, and picking up the kids from
Sims Urban Oasis offers school.
THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017 5
THURSDAY,
6 AUGUST 31, 2017
NEWS SPECIAL | SPH CONTENT LAB
Hot picks
Choose from a variety of quality living
options by award-winning developer CDL The Brownstone EC
Location
Canberra Drive
Price
3-BR from $747,200
Units available
3-BR
Nearest MRT station
Canberra (upcoming)
URL
www.cdlhome.com.sg/
thebrownstone
UP @ Robertson Quay
BELINDA WAN The Criterion EC
The Brownstone EC Location
IN JUNE, City Developments Yishun Street 51
Limited (CDL) emerged as the
most-awarded private sector Price
developer in the BCA Awards 3-BR from $664,000
2017 with 31 accolades. 4-BR from $828,000
CDL was also the first and Units available
only property developer to be 3-BR and 4-BR
conferred the inaugural top
Quality Star Champion, on Nearest MRT station
top of the Quality Champion Khatib
(Platinum) award 2017. URL
For homebuyers searching www.cdlhome.com.sg/
for their dream home, take thecriterion
your pick from a myriad of
luxurious residences at choice
locations from this trusted
property brand.
Sembawang Shopping Centre
and Causeway Point.
MOVE IN ANYTIME Wellington Primary School
These developments are ideal for and Sembawang Primary
busy urbanites who need to move in The Criterion EC School are located within a
immediately. one-kilometre radius.
located in the Central Business
District, One Shenton is designed TOP PICKS
Live it up by the riverside Put these choice developments on Quality choice in the north
by renowned architect Carlos With its attractive pricing,
Located in District 9, UP @ Ott. There is a selection of three- your radar as they will be receiving
Robertson Quay offers idyllic their Temporary. Occupation Permit The Criterion EC is an excel-
to four-bedroom units, as well lent choice for young home-
UP @ Robertson Quay and stylish riverside homes. as Sky Suites and Sky Villas to (TOP) soon.
owners. Its expected TOP
An integrated development choose from.
Location adjoining the chic 293-room date is in the fi rst quarter of
92 Robertson Quay A few minutes’ walk away Attainable luxury next year.
hotel M Social Singapore, its from Downtown and Marina Located at Canberra Drive, The Located at Yishun Street
Price prime location allows you Bay MRT Stations, and the
1-BR + Study from $1.59mil to soak in the area’s scenic Brownstone executive condo- 51, the luxury residence is the
upcoming Shenton Way MRT minium (EC) is a three-minute fi rst EC to offer Panasonic’s
2-BR from $2.421mil vibe with more than 700 res- Station, it offers excellent
taurants, lifestyle establish- walk from Canberra Plaza and air-purifying air-condition-
Units available connectivity. Its proximity the upcoming Canberra MRT ing system, a microbubble
1-BR + study and 2-BR ments and bars dotting the to Marina Bay Shoppes and
riverside. Station. Its expected TOP date hydrotherapy spa, as well as
Nearest MRT station
Marina Bay Link Mall offers is set for the fourth quarter of electric bicycles with a solar
Selected units offer layout enjoy endless shopping, food
Great World (upcoming)
flexibility with an innovative this year. charging station.
and entertainment options. Inspired by New York’s Enjoy starlight dining,
URL loft concept and come equipped Nearby are good schools like
www.cdlhome.com.sg/up with quality fixtures such as brownstone row houses, The community farming, camp-
Cantonment Primary School Brownstone sets a new level fi re barbecues, yoga, cycling,
a cooker hood and induction and River Valley Primary
hobs from De Dietrich, as well of sophistication for ECs with swimming and more with
School, making it a quick com- its striking brown sandstone- your family at its 58 facilities.
as an integrated refrigerator, mute for the kids. Make time to textured façade. A good selection of 3BR
One Shenton microwave and convection unwind at the theatrette, Sky Spacious 3BR units are and 4BR units is available,
Location oven, and washer and dryer. Gym and Spa Garden.
Residents can relax after a long available. Each unit is fitted complete with premium fit-
1 Shenton Way with premium fittings and tings and appliances from
day in the aqua gym or Trees One Shenton
Price Canopy Lounge. appliances from Hansgrohe, Hansgrohe and Whirlpool.
Price on request
Choice of 1+S and 2BR units Mitsubishi and Whirlpool. With the North-South
Units available are currently available. Mingle at the clubhouse, Expressway and Thomson-
3-BR, 4-BR, work out at the Sky Deck’s East Coast Line slated to open
Sky Suites & Sky Villas gym, or play with the little in 2020 and 2021 respec-
Feel the pulse of the city ones at the junior skating rink tively, as well as Northpoint
Nearest MRT station Switch seamlessly from work and kiddie play pool. Shopping Centre, Chong
Shenton Way (upcoming) to downtime mode in mere Visit leisure park Orto, Pang Market & Food Centre
URL minutes when you live at One Sembawang Park, or enjoy and Seletar Aerospace Park
www.cdlhome.com.sg/ Shenton. an array of shopping and nearby, living here will be a
oneshenton The uptown development PHOTOS: CDL dining options at Sun Plaza, breeze.
THURSDAY,
AUGUST 31, 2017 7
OWN A
DREAM HOME
BY BCA’S ONLY
QUALITY STAR Call/Whatsapp
CHAMPION 8783 1818
UP@ROBERTSON QUAY
READY TO MOVE IN
• Short walk to upcoming Great World MRT
• Enjoy hotel services* from the adjoining M Social
• Choice of 1+study and 2-bedroom units for sale with lease
*
Services from M Social are fee-based. May be modified according to availability
and at the discretion of the hotel operator.
ONE SHENTON
READY TO MOVE IN
• Minutes’ walk to Downtown MRT and MBS integrated resort
• Iconic development designed by renowned architect, Carlos Ott
• Choice of 3-, 4-bedroom units, Sky Suites and Sky Villas
THE BROWNSTONE EC
T.O.P. SOON
• 3 minutes’ walk to upcoming Canberra MRT and Canberra Plaza
• Expected T.O.P. in Q4 2017+
• Choice of 3-bedroom units
Artist’s Impression
THE CRITERION EC
T.O.P. SOON
• Located along Yishun St 51, minutes’ drive to Khatib MRT
• Expected T.O.P. in Q1 2018+
• Choice of 3- and 4-bedroom units
Artist’s Impression
www.cdlhome.com.sg
The Brownstone Vendor (Developer): Canvey Developments Pte Ltd (UEN: 201403440R) (The Brownstone is another development brought to you by City Developments Ltd (UEN 196300316Z) and TID Pte. Ltd. (UEN 196600206D)
• Developer License no.: C1151 • Tenure of Land: 99 years from 28 April 2014 • Encumbrances on the Land: Mortgage in favour of Mizuho Bank Ltd • Lot No.: Lot 3689X MK19 • Expected Date of Vacant Possession: 28 Jan 2019 • Expected Date of Legal
Completion: 28 Jan 2022 The Criterion Vendor (Developer): Island Glades Developments Pte Ltd (UEN No. 201415547W) [joint venture project between City Developments Ltd (UEN No. 196300316Z) and TID Pte Ltd (UEN No. 196600206D)]
• Tenure of Land: 99 years commencing from 25 August 2014 • Lot No.: 3710V MK 19 • Developer License No.: C1165 • Encumbrances: Mortgage IE/21762D in favour of United Overseas Bank Limited • Expected Date of Vacant Possession: 31 Dec 2018
• Expected Date of Legal Completion: 14 Jan 2022 +Subject to change
THURSDAY,
THURSDAY,
8 AUGUST 31, 2017 AUGUST 31, 2017 9
ONE-STOP SHOP
The Gain City Megastore @
Sungei Kadut is packed to the
gills with everything a new
homeowner might need. From
vacuum cleaners to washing
machines to hair dryers, Gain
City’s products are all backed
up by their top-notch Service
Connections. Alongside their
wholesale centre, warehousing
and service centre is their
air-conditioning showroom,
which features more than 30
live air-conditioning units for
demonstration. Need to install a
building-wide VRF system? Gain
City has you covered with instal-
lation and delivery services.
When you’re exhausted from
your shopping spree, settle
down in their dining area for
hearty fare ranging from Penang
char kway teow to hotplate
chicken chop, and pick up your
Samsung The Frame LS003. kids from the play area. Not sure
how to get there? Just grab a
shuttle bus from Yew Tee MRT
gadgets every
or opposite Lot One Shoppers’
Mall at Choa Chu Kang MRT,
from 11am to 10pm. Parking is
free, should you choose to drive
new homeowner
instead.
should have The Gain City Megastore in
Sungei Kadut is designed to
empower new homeowners to
With the additional Samsung
One Connect Box for easy cable
style. Slim and elegant, The
Frame blends easily into any
space. Complement it with
management, unsightly wire
Bryant Chan has a list of suggestions to make your new pad truly yours make smart buying decisions: clutter becomes a thing of the Samsung’s HW-K950 soundbar.
you’ll get range, educated staff, past. Powered by Dolby Atmos, its 15 Exhale Fans’ world’s first bladeless
even a children’s room to park the A TV when switched on and built-in speakers put you right ceiling fan.
kiddos, while you browse for the an art piece when switched in the centre of an auditory
ideal appliances to complement off, the 55-inch Samsung The extravaganza. Plus, Samsung’s machine to assess the quantity
your décor. Frame LS003 is the modern way Multiroom app lets you stream and types of fabric and adjust
The trek out is especially Mitsubishi Electric FJ-series air-conditioner. music straight to the HW-K950 the water inflow accordingly,
to display your art collection.
worthwhile every Friday, when Personalise it with your favourite from your favourite streaming ensuring that you only use as
a selected showroom hosts a filters. Operating at volumes as photographs, or choose the services. much water as is necessary.
group-buy event that targets low as 19dB, it’s the quietest wall- FOR THE LIVING ROOM bezel that best matches your Looking to save electricity? Try
new homeowners of Build To mounted unit on the market. Turn your living room into a FOR THE KITCHEN its EcoPerfect mode to reduce
Order (BTO) flats and executive Try it out at Gain City’s Sungei home cinema with Samsung’s Rest assured that your food will your energy consumption by up
condominiums (ECs). The group buy Kadut megastore, which boasts new 55-inch Q8C 4K Curved stay fresh with the Mitsubishi to 25 per cent. Or, if you’re in a
features a fresh selection of bundle the largest live air-conditioning Smart QLED TV. The Q8C MR-WX71Y refrigerator. With rush, the SpeedPerfect option
deals every week, so whether you’re showroom in Singapore. It has offers new Quantum Dot over 700 litres of capacity across gets your laundry done in less
looking for a designer cooker hob over 30 units for demonstration, technology for unmatched five different compartments, than half the time.
or Hello Kitty toaster, you might well ranging from Starmex inverters colour reproduction, 4K never worry about your fridge
find it here or at their Ang Mo Kio to industrial-strength VRF units. resolution, and high dynamic running out of space. But its
outlet on Sundays. Alternatively, bring your range (HDR) imaging for an “Versa Freezer” drawer is the
To be part of the event, house into the future with unparalleled viewing experience. standout attraction: depending
register your attendance at goo. the Exhale Fans bladeless on the setting, it lets you freeze
gl/5eRP9t. What’s in store? Here ceiling fan, which uses an Right: Mitsubishi MR-WX71Y hot food straight out of the
are just a few highlights. energy-efficient DC motor to refrigerator. Below: Samsung oven, or freeze food in a “soft
create a vortex that circulates air HW-K950 soundbar. state” to make it easier to cut.
FOR THE BEDROOMS evenly throughout the room. Its
The Electric F-series bladeless technology makes for FOR THE LAUNDRY ROOM
air-conditioner is a cool addition safe operation and easy cleaning. The Bosch WAW28790IL
to your home. Alongside an It’s a silent worker too, operating front-loading washer is the
Excellent energy efficiency rating, at 280rpm with a volume of king of resource efficiency.
it also features an easy-clean just 43dB, perfect for a night’s Bosch’s ActiveWater Plus feature Samsung Q8C 4K
design and pollutant-catching uninterrupted sleep. uses a series of sensors in the Curved Smart QLED TV.
Bosch WAW28790IL front-loading washer.
THURSDAY,
10 AUGUST 31, 2017
NEWS SPH CONTENT LAB | SPECIAL
Trending A HEALTHY PROPERTY
now
SECTOR IN Q2, SAY
ANALYSTS
Revenues from property
development grew 19 per cent
year on year to $221.2 million.
Analysts are upbeat about
prospects for Singapore property
in coming months. Mr Paul
Chew, head of Phillip Securities,
said: “Demand is up almost 50
per cent this year, both primary
Stay clued in on real and secondary, while supply
estate news with is at multi-year lows. This
combination will put upward
Hafiz Rasid UPSWING IN ECS pressure on prices.”
Last month, private and The Business Times
Aug 14, 2017
executive condominiums (ECs)
sold four times more than in
June, and 17 per cent more
than a year ago. All 531 units
at Hundred Palms Residences
were sold within seven hours
of its launch on July 22. Market
watchers noted that this was PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL
largely the result of recent RENTAL MARKET
aggressive land-bidding ON THE UP
patterns by developers, Data released for the month
suggesting even higher prices of July 2017 by SRX Property
for new projects next year. revealed that private rents
The Straits Times, increased by 0.2 per cent in
August 16, 2017 July compared to previous
month. Rental volume last
month also increased by 11.8
per cent according to SRX
Property. Year on year, rental
volume in July was 4.5 per cent
higher than in July 2016.
PROBABLY THE BEST TIME The Business Times
August 11, 2017
FOR A NEW HOME SINGAPORE PROPERTY
The longstanding low-interest SECTOR HAS MUCH TO
rate environment provides a CHEER ABOUT
nice incentive for prospective The Straits Times reported
home buyers to acquire their that the inventory of unsold
first home. Ms Christine Li, the property continued to fall
research director for Cushman to several all-time lows.
& Wakefield, told The Straits Meanwhile, total sales
Times in March: “Buyers volumes surged by 64 per
continue to favour real estate cent, with 12,107 private
compared to stocks, bonds homes sold in the first half of
and commodities due to the LUXE CONDOS ARE IN
DEMAND 2017.
hedge against inflation.”
Figures compiled by Savills The Straits Times
The Straits Times Singapore, based on caveat August 1, 2017
August 9, 2017
data in URA REALIS, showed
that the number of private
apartments and condo units
transacted at $10 million and
above had each increased
to 36 units in 2016. This
marks a rise from 21 units
in 2015, and 24 units in
2014. The trend is predicted
to continue this year, with
16 units already sold from
January to April.
The Business Times
May 20, 2017
THURSDAY,
AUGUST 31, 2017 11
A DV E R TO R I A L
Demystifying home loans
BROUGHT TO YOU BY erences. Customers can choose a
combination of fixed rate and floating
rate loans. For example, it is possible
to split the loan 50 per cent fixed and
50 per cent floating or any proportion
that you wish.
MYTH 3: Always get the loans
Even the most with the lowest interest rates.
seasoned home loan FACT: A common misconception
among many is that getting the
customer might lowest interest rates possible helps
be confused about save on interest payments. In most
instances, lowest all-in-rates are
the best way to get floating rate loans. They will come
a mortgage, but with conditions such as a lock-in
period, which in some instances,
obtaining a home lasts up to three years. With a lock-in
loan is not as period, though you may pay very low
interest rates at present, you may
complicated a process end up paying more interest than a
fixed-rate package should the bank
as you’d expect. increase your rates.
UOB reveals the truth
MYTH 4: It’s impossible to get
behind common home instant approvals on home loan
loan myths. applications.
FACT: You might hear from friends
and family that it usually takes two
MYTH 1: Fixed Deposit (FD) to five days to get a home loan ap-
Linked home loans are fixed. proved. With UOB’s instant home
FACT: They are not fixed and vary loan approval, you can find out on the
when the bank changes their FD board spot if your financing is approved at
rates. FD-linked home loans have in- their branches. You will also obtain a
terest rates pegged to the bank’s FD plan suits customers who do not mind you wish to manage your home loan, Letter of Offer from the bank instantly
interest rate. This means that your paying a premium in exchange for pre- since some of these packages come if you have all relevant documentation
interest rate (or all-in-rate) will be the dictability, giving them peace of mind. with no lock-in period. Choose this for loan processing. This will give you
FD-linked board rate as defined by the If fixed rate home loans aren’t what loan if you do not mind such fluctua- peace of mind and the certainty to
bank plus a spread or margin. This you’re looking for, you might want to tions to your interest rates, or if you make an informed decision to pur-
all-in-rate adjusts when the FD board consider SIBOR-pegged loans. The anticipate rates to stabilise or fall from chase a property.
rate changes at the bank’s discretion. Singapore Interbank Offered Rate current market interest-rate level. Using some of the latest technolo-
On the other hand, a fixed rate home (SIBOR) tracks the interest rates gies, UOB has streamlined and auto-
loan’s interest rates do not fluctuate among local banks, which may fluc- MYTH 2: You can only pick one mated the process for faster credit
during the fixed rate period of the tuate regularly. As the SIBOR rises or type of home loan package: evaluation and approval. Despite the
loan. Taking a two-year fixed package falls, the interest rate moves accord- fixed or floating. shortened processing time, UOB still
where the interest rate remains un- ingly. These loans experience greater FACT: You can have the best of both observes the same rigour for assessing
changed would mean your monthly volatility as they are pegged to the worlds. United Overseas Bank (UOB) applicant suitability — loan applicants
repayment amount is unaffected by market benchmark rates. As such, allows you to customise a home loan must still pass risk and credit reviews
market interest-rate changes. Such a they give you more flexibility on how plan based on your needs and pref- before approval is given by UOB.THURSDAY,
12 AUGUST 31, 2017
NEWS SPECIAL | SPH CONTENT LAB
At The Clement
Canopy, you can get
a resort experience
within minutes
from the city.
PICS: UOL
GROUP LIMITED
ARTIST IMPRESSION
A nest out West
Hafiz Rasid explores The Clement Canopy, and uncovers the enade, as well as edutain-
ment attractions including
charm of the development’s nature-inspired design and proximity the brand new Science
Centre.
to buzzing hotspots ● The development sup-
ports easy commuting.
The Central Business
AS AN enclave close to District and Tuas Second
a growing new hub, The Link are both less than
Clement Canopy is attracting 20-minutes drive on the
well-heeled property buyers. Pan Island Expressway and
In March this year, it had Ayer Rajah Expressway. It
already become one of the top is well-served by both MRT
five bestselling developments and bus networks; it is just
in Singapore, according to sta- within walking distance
tistics compiled by real estate from Clementi MRT station.
agency Orange Tee. By 2025, a new Jurong Region
Strategically located close Line will also connect resi-
to two major growth areas dents to Jurong Gateway
— Jurong and One-North and future deve-lopments
— as well as the new Jurong in the Tengah area.
Lake District and Jurong
Innovation District, buyers ● When the proposed
ARTIST IMPRESSION Singapore-Kuala Lumpur
regard the area’s growth
potential as part of its appeal high-speed rail terminus is
and are optimistic about its completed by 2026, travel-
increase in value with time. outs have been designed to of Singapore Yacht Club, ling time from Jurong East
Its thoughtfully created maximise every square foot Kent Ridge Park, as well as to Kuala Lumpur is expected
spaces, practical layouts of space. enclaves Holland Village, to be just 90 minutes.
and facilities resonate with Smart home features are Rochester and Wessex ● Families with school-going
smaller families, with its also a standard, and residents estate. children will appreciate its
The Clement 2BR apartments proving most
popular thus far.
can remotely control door
locks and air-conditioners, as
● The Urban Redevelopment
Authority plans to develop
proximity to two primary
schools within 2km —
Canopy Jointly developed by UOL well as book facilities, with the vicinity into the largest Nan Hua Primary School,
Group and SingLand, and their mobile phones. commercial hub outside Pei Tong Primary School
Location designed by award-winning the city. Transformation — and six international
16 Clementi Avenue 1 fi rm ADDP Architects, the THE CANOPY CONNECTION of the Jurong Lake District schools within a 3km radius
PSF price 40-storey development was ● The Clement Canopy is is already underway, par- — Anglo-Chinese School
Price on request designed for homeowners only minutes to shopping ticularly around Jurong (Independent), Dover Court
seeking a resort experience and lifestyle destinations. Gateway near Jurong East Preparatory School, The
No of units
505 within minutes from the city. It is a three-minute drive MRT station with a mix of Japanese School Singapore,
Up to 44 per cent of its to Clementi Mall and eight- retail, office spaces and Tanglin Trust School,
Nearest MRT station units face the West Coast minute drive to Jem, Jcube, healthcare institutions. Nexus International School
Clementi Sea, so residents wake up to Westgate and Big Box. Lakeside is envisioned as and United World College.
URL views of the lush West Coast Other retail options and a new leisure destination Also in the vicinity is the
www.theclementcanopy.sg Park and the sea. Similar to amenities include Clementi for locals and tourists, National University of
apartments in London, lay- Mall, Sunset Way, Republic with new parks, lake prom- Singapore.THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017 13
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Resort living in
the heart of town
Michelle Bong peeks into a Goodwood Grand Strata Bungalow and
uncovers a sophisticated haven minutes from the heart of town
ALWAYS wanted to live in a elegantly decorated across
house, yet enjoy the option five floors — from the
of strolling over to a fully basement to the rooftop. A
equipped gym, a large pool, a slate grey-tiled porch area
walking trail through a garden leads to the front doors,
landscape or panoramic views which open into a spacious
from a tenth-floor sky terrace? living room featuring a
Make your appointment to marble wall feature, couches
view a Strata Bungalow at resi- and plush carpeting.
dential property Goodwood Beyond that, you’ll find a The bungalows are designed for luxe living,
Grand. double volume dining room elegantly decorated across five floors.
PHOTOS: TONG ENG BROTHERS
Located in the heart of with elegant furniture that
District 10, just beyond seats eight, and a gourmet
bustl-ing Orchard Road, kitchen featuring dry and wet
Goodwood Grand is a private areas. As part of the open plan lounge on comfy sofas under
development of manicured floor layout, these overlook a your private canopy and take
landscapes and vibrant urban private lap pool and adjoining in the sunsets, along with
living with a tower block of outdoor terrace that promise verdant Goodwood Hill. There
just 65 residences offering 2+S, a splash-about with the kids is also a bomb shelter in the
3BR and 3BR & 4BR penthouse or al fresco entertaining when basement, which can double
units, along with eight Strata friends and family visit. as a utility room.
Bungalows. Upstairs, you’ll find luxu- All units are furnished with
Each Strata Bungalow riant rest in four bedrooms premium kitchen appliances
is designed for luxe living, — each with an ensuite by Miele and De Dietrich, and
bathroom — furnished to bathroom fittings by Grohe, as
soothe the soul after the well as Villeroy & Boch
demands of the day. Decorated Multi-generational families,
Goodwood Grand using a colour palette of in particular, will love the
Location neutral and cool tones, the privacy and comfort of living
16 Balmoral Road bedrooms feature queen- and in a Strata Bungalow, situated
king-sized beds, wardrobe in one of Singapore’s most
PSF price space and carpeting. There prestigious addresses. Not
$1,350 only does such a housing
is also a study room that offers
No of units the opportunity to catch up on arrangement allow three
8 work or some quiet time with or four generations to live
a good book. together, the roomy interiors
Nearest MRT station
Newton or Stevens In the evenings, you can and ease of access to the
pull into the double-lot upper floors via the lift will
URL basement car park, step into give every family member a
www.goodwoodgrand-sg.com the private lift and head up to comfortable living space to
the roof terrace where you can call their own.THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017 15
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PHOTOS: THINKSTOCK
Fengshui or fiction?
To clear the confusion, Bryant Chan chats with Grand Master Vincent Koh,
founder of the Singapore Feng Shui Centre
FENGSHUI — a system of close to each other as pos- all the windows and doors?
laws thought to govern spa- sible — because it makes A: True. However, this also
tial arrangement for favour- cooking more convenient. has its roots in practical rea-
able flow of energy (qi) — is In Singapore, when space sons. After the initial renova-
a matter of consideration for is often a constraint, some- tions are done, in a house or
many property buyers. times you really have no apartment, the doors and
But with your family tell- choice. Fengshui should windows are left closed for
ing you one thing, and the always be applied in a practi- an extended period of time,
Internet so many others, it’s cal manner. sometimes more than a week.
hard to know what to believe. Opening the windows and
Grand Master Vincent Koh, Q: Red is an auspicious doors provides important ven-
founder of the Singapore Feng colour, so the house should
be filled with as much red as tilation, while dispelling stale
Shui Centre, separates feng- qi. If opening the windows and
shui principles from fiction. Mr possible … right?
doors is not an option, such as
Koh taught fengshui courses at A: False. The association of red if you are moving into a hotel
Singapore Polytechnic, and with prosperity and good for- that has stale qi, flush the
was awarded the title “Grand tune is largely cultural, rather toilet to stimulate the flow.
Master” by the International than a basis in fengshui prin-
Feng Shui Association in 2009. ciples. The ideal colour of your Q: Toilet doors should be kept
house depends on a number closed at all times, so wealth
Q: A window opposite the of factors. You should refer to will not flow out of the house
main entrance will cause your birth month, element when the toilet is flushed —
all entering qi to go straight to disperse the qi throughout ered incompatible — water and colour chart, and if pos- true or false?
through the window, and out all the rooms and corridors of extinguishes fire, after all. sible, consult a fengshui master A: It depends. This is really
of the house. True or false? your house, so it doesn’t just In fengshui, the guiding before painting. In particular, more of a courtesy than
A: False. If we follow that accumulate in one area. principle is all about bal- you should pay special atten- anything based on fengshui
logic, one shouldn’t have any ance. After all, without fire, tion to what colour you paint — after all, flushing the toilet
windows in his house, to keep Q: The stove and tap should be how can you boil water? So your bedroom. Because you can help encourage the flow
all the good qi inside, right? as far apart as possible, so fire one has to consider the logic spend so much time there — of qi. But when you do your
Qi does not travel only in and water are not in conflict. behind a specific design six, seven hours a night — it’s business, don’t you generate
straight lines, like light does. Is this true? choice, instead of blindly fol- important to have good qi in your own “bad qi”? If you
Rather, it has an ebb and flow, A: False. A lot of people tend to lowing principles. the bedroom. don’t want your “bad qi”
and behaves more like air or hold this belief because accord- Sometimes, for more prac- to spread to the rest of the
water. What you need to do is ing to fengshui principles, fire tical reasons, it makes sense Q: How about, when moving into house, it’s probably best to
get some form of water feature and water are often consid- to have the sink and stove as a new home, one should open close the toilet door.THURSDAY,
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SPH CONTENT LAB | SPECIAL NEWS
A lot like falling in love...
Trina Anne Khoo
and Lydia Shu speak
to experts about
what to look for if
you’re mooning over
that unit
AS PROPERTY sentiment
goes bullish, pundits say
there’s no better time to enter
the market. In addition to
considering location, future
resale value and the timing
of your purchase, it is impor-
tant to survey your needs,
finance plans, and long-term
objectives before making a
commitment.
BACKGROUND CHECK
“A good starting point is
URA’s website, where you
can search for the condo
you’re interested in and have
a look at the price a similar
unit has sold for over the
past three years.”
— Mr Willie Ooi, 52, real estate
agent, C&H Properties Pte Ltd
FOOLS RUSH IN…
“Most people buy under
pressure or with a push from
agents. It is important for
buyers and sellers to know
the market situation — past,
current and future projec-
tions — to better facilitate
their decision making. Get do without and what are INFO DEVELOPERS HAVE TO MONEY MATTERS
statistics to back up claims nice-to-haves. It’s important PROVIDE: Estimated Breakdown of BASIC payment.
made by agents. A common to work out if you are able to ■ The condominium’s scaled Booking fee - option
mistake people make is afford the monthly payments location plan, site plan, and to purchase granted
emotional buying rather including all the extras. unit floor plan Balance of (5%) - cash/ CPF
than rational buying, and Don’t be afraid to ask ques- ■ Breakdown in strata area purchase price
doing enough research.” tions and defi nitely shop for strata-titled proper- (80%) - bank loan
— Ms Tina Lee, division director, ERA around for the right apart- ties (e.g. area of bedroom,
Realty Network ment. I needed to educate balcony, airconditioner Additional costs Balance down
myself on the fi nancial and ledge and void area) to consider: payment - After
THINK LONG-TERM legal aspects of buying a ■ Conditions and restrictions ■ Buyer Stamp Duty signing Sale
“Before I bought my fi rst property, how mortgages are imposed by the authorities ■ Additional Buyer and Purchase
condo, I studied the market structured and the different ■ Amendments to the Sale Stamp Duty Agreement (15%) -
for two years. Long-term types of loans.” and Purchase Agreement ■ Legal Fee cash/ CPF
planning is important if you — Ms Clara Chua, consultant with ■ Specifications of the
want to get the best deal — NTUC LearningHub building
consider how long you intend
to live there, your family
members’ changing needs,
and whether your district HOW MUCH SHOULD YOU BORROW? RESEARCH TOOLKIT
will be undergoing further ■ Rough equation: Total budgeted monthly ■ URA website: Check the selling price of
development. It’s important repayment = [Total household income] - units like the one you want over the past
to assess how large a loan [fixed expenses eg. bills and taxes] - [family three years.
to take — across the years, commitments eg. costs of raising a child, ■ SRX X-Value page: Calculate your unit’s
no more than 40 per cent of taking care of elderly.] - [amount set aside for market value.
your monthly income should savings.] ■ SRX Singapore property heat-map
go into serving your loan.” ■ Make calculations based on your age. If page: Check out the average price per
— Mr Shu Hua Xi, 55, property you’re in your 30s, you can roughly expect square foot by location, among other
investor with 23 years’ experience monthly repayments for the next 30 years. If useful information such as nearby schools
you’re in your 50s, you can expect monthly and MRT lines.
IS IT RIGHT FOR ME? repayments for the next 10 years. ■ PropertyGuru Mortgage Calculators
“Figure out what you can’t page: Figure out the best loan for you.THURSDAY,
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Find the perfect
pad for your
personality
The attraction of immediately moving into a new residential
development is easy to understand, but buyers still must find
the best fit for their lifestyles and personalities. To find your ideal
nest, Bryant Chan looks skywards for answers
PHOTOS: UIC
THE BACHELOR nurse a drink, and admire the bevy of amenities not just on views and better ventilation.”
You’re young, and life is good. Marina Bay skyline glittering the ground floor, but also on
You want a pad that’ll make at twilight. the fourth, 14th, 24th and 40th THE DOWNSIZER
you the go-to host for parties. floors. You’ve done it. You’ve
Pool-side? Barbecue? Late- THE FAMILY MAN watched your kids go through
night mahjong? Your friends Your family is growing fast, THE LANDLORD school, graduate, get married,
know where to go. and you’re in need of some You’ve saved a tidy sum, but and yes, fly the coop. All that
Whenever there are fes- living space, stat. Your first you’re looking for ways to grow extra space in your house just
tivities, a high-rise apartment kid starts kindergarten in two your nest egg. You’re at the means more to clean.
near the coast, in the words of weeks, and you’ve got another point where you’ve decided to Time to downsize. After
software engineer Dylan Ho, on the way. You’ll need at least become a landlord yourself. all those years of noise,
“offers front row seats from three bedrooms — one for you, What kind of apartment you’re looking for somewhere
the balcony whenever there one for your children, and the would give you the most return peaceful and quiet, ideally
are fireworks”. last reserved for the inevitable on investment? Flats on higher a spot far from the city, with
It’s also perfect for breezy nursery. floors command higher pre- a bedroom for you and your
balcony parties — most To keep your kids (and you) miums — and in the event spouse, and maybe another if
times, Mr Ho says, “you don’t occupied at the weekends or you decide to sell it, the resale the kids decide to visit.
even need air-conditioning”. after school, you’re looking value is guaranteed to stay Still, you don’t want to be too
Situated in the heart of Redhill, for easy access to amenities, high. far from the action, with easy
Alex Residences’ strategic loca- perhaps, heading upward “Usually, the higher the access to Orchard Road for those
tion offers uninterrupted vistas and away from the bustle of flat, the higher the resale impulse afternoon shopping
of Sentosa and the Singapore the hoi polloi — to an infi nity value,” says real estate agent trips. Choose a higher floor for
coast, ideal for soirees. In pool, sky garden or rooftop Kong Junming. “People are a quiet that balances living on
the cool evening, sit back, bar. Alex Residences has a always looking for better the outskirts of the city.
Alex Residences
Location
28 Alexandra View
158744
PSF price
Price on request
No of units
429
Nearest MRT station
Redhill
URL
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Best of both worlds:
eclectic appeal of the city
corridors of Bugis Street. Or
While commuters retreat to the heartlands after the day’s toils, city lovers why leave the building? As an
at DUO Residences regroup in an urban setting. Bryant Chan uncovers integrated development, DUO
Residences also plays host to
how you can forget all your cares when you’re downtown its own suite of shops, eateries
and art galleries.
ARCHITECTURE Angeles County Museum of
Art, DUO Residences’ concave EATING
The diverse architectural styles Downtown diners are spoilt
in Singapore are an architec- curves capture and channel
wind, keeping its outdoor for choice when it comes to
ture buff’s wildest dreams. The food. Tuck into a kebab and
Gothic spires and Corinthian spaces perpetually cool.
marvel at an accompanying
columns of CHIJMES now belly dance performance on
house a shopping arcade and ARTS
The architecture of Singapore’s Haji Lane, or sample ondeh-
several chic restaurants. The ondeh cake from one of the
golden dome of the Sultan many art institutions is over-
shadowed only by the beauty many artisanal bakeries
Masjid is Kampong Glam’s and cafes on Arab Street. If
star attraction, its base stud- of the art that resides within
their walls. Wander the wings you’re more of the occidental
ded with the ends of hundreds persuasion, find time for fika
of glass bottles. On the other of the old St. Joseph’s Institution
and feast your eyes on the on Beach Road, or maybe try
hand, the twin citadels of DUO dining entirely in the dark at
Residences tower over the modern masterpieces of the ious artists as Yayoi Kusama
Singapore Art Museum. Or NOX. When the day’s wind-
Bugis district, the perfect blend and Wu Guanzhong. If you’re ing down to an end, duck into
of glass, steel and greenery. head towards the Padang and based at the Central Business
explore the National Gallery one of the many colonial-era
Designed by Ole Scheeren, District for work, you need establishments nestled among
the mind behind Bangkok’s Singapore, which have exhib- only stop by the Esplanade
ited the works of such prestig- the skyscrapers — Timbre at
MahaNakhon and the Los for an open-air concert by the the Arts House makes a mean
river, or catch performances smoked duck pizza.
DUO by world-acclaimed orchestras
Residences’ and theatre troupes.
dwellers have
a wealth of SHOPPING DUO Residences
culture and Emerging and older retail
entertainment Location
establishments cater to just 1 Fraser Street
at their
about any consumer fetish
doorstep. PSF price
you can think of, from boho
PHOTOS: M+S From $2,000
to bejewelled. Make your own
tooled leather products at one No of units
of the many do-it-yourself 660
workshops on Haji Lane, or take Nearest MRT station
a trip back in time down the Bugis
colourful alleys of Kampong
Glam to find handmade soaps URL
www.duosingapore.com
and dusty antiques. Bargain
hunters will thrive in the tightTHURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017 21
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LIFESTYLE SPECIAL | SPH CONTENT LAB
What is your
ideal interior style?
You’re ready to move into your new home, and the choices are endless.
Lydia Shu helps you identify your dream decor with this quiz
Happy Modern
1 Which colours would
you decorate with?
(a) Beige, yellow, powder
2 Which best describes
your ideal bedroom
dresser?
3 What would hang on
your living room walls?
(a) A bright pop print or
blue, light wood (a) A classic piece in a solid flower painting would be
(b) Dark wood, metal grey, colour pleasant to look at
beige, leather brown (b) A sturdy chest of drawers (b) A moody painting in a
(c) Warm colours, bohemian in mahogany or another wooden frame
and traditional prints rich wood (c) That printed tapestry I
(d) White, grey, off-white (c) My grandmother’s antique picked up in Morocco
and black from the early 1900s (d) A simple, medium-sized
(d) A simple dresser in white abstract painting in
or grey with clean cut lines a classy frame
Industrial Minimalist
4 What flowers would
dress your coffee table?
(a) Anything bright coloured
7 How would you describe
yourself?
(a) Easygoing and fun, I
(b) Fallen branches and prioritise comfort
twigs (b) Practical yet rugged, I
(c) I don’t mind – all flowers prefer function over form
look good and love a bit of DIY
(d) Yellow roses (c) Artistic hoarder, I like
objects that tell stories
5 What are your go-to
shoes?
(a) Sneakers
(d) Neat freak, I like to de-
clutter and keep things tidy
(b) Timberland boots
(c) Leather loafers
(d) Black flats
8 What is your ideal
vacation?
(a) Relaxing on a beach, pina
colada in hand
6 What is your ideal living
space?
(a) Ranch style bungalow
(b) Chilling with friends in a
gastropub in New York city
(c) A cultural experience,
(b) Courtyard house mingling with locals
(c) French Chateau (d) Going on a hike and
(d) Art deco apartment meditating in the Alps
RESULTS
■ Mostly (a)s: Happy Modern
You like clean lines and low-profile modern pieces but also enjoy jazzing them
up with a dose of fun. You gravitate towards colour, patterns and playful
details grounded in classic shapes that give the vibe of a happy home.
■ Mostly (b)s: Industrial
You like things functional and simple, yet you revel in the rough – you like
rustic, worn-in and comfortable. Neutrals, metals, glass, brick and leather sit
well with you.
■ Mostly (c)s: Eclectic
You like mixing it up – what is most important to you is not coherence, but
whether your living space tells a story (or two). You love collecting oddities
and working with interesting details and textures.
■ Mostly (d)s: Minimalist
You like a fuss-free environment and believe in paring life down to the key
fundamentals. You keep your house simple, with clean lines and shapes,
minimal and natural colours, basic furniture and lots of space.
Eclectic PHOTOS: THINKSTOCKTHURSDAY,
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Vested interests
Looking to invest in property for rental income? Consider freehold-living
hotspot City Suites, says Michelle Bong
City Suites’ loft-style apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows for bright interiors. PHOTOS: SINGHAIYI GROUP
REAL estate investments open kitchen and a designer
are popular in Asia, and bathroom.
Singapore is no exception. Expect panoramic views
But with the staggering of the city skyline from your
amount of options currently balcony, as iconic landmarks
available, how do you decide such as the Mandarin Hotel,
on ‘the one’? the Singapore Sports Hub and
Some factors to consider Marina Bay dot the horizon.
are location, accessibility to What’s more, the rise of
amenities, lack of heat and other condominium de-
noise pollution and a healthy velopment projects in the
gross rental yield, advise in- vicinity such as Viridian
dustry insiders. City Suites, and VIIO@Balestier looks
located in the charmingly set to push up the surround-
colourful Balestier neigh- ing property value. This
bourhood, checks off all the will have a direct effect on
City Suites above. your rental yield, promising
The 17-storey private free- healthier returns.
Location the Novena area and mixed Sen Nanyang Memorial Hall.
235 Balestier Road
hold residential project is Balestier’s gentrification
conveniently accessible. The development Royal Square. Its 56 loft-style apart- is well underway, thanks to the
PSF price city is a five-minute drive A wide range of amenities ments, ranging from 452 to introduction of international
From $1,700 away, with busy Central include popular favourites 1,119 sq ft, are north-south schools, other residential de-
No of units Expressway just down the and hipster joints such as facing and feature floor-to- velopments and the upcoming
56 road. A network of buses ply Boon Tong Kee, Founder Bak ceiling windows. Unblocked Health City Novena, poised to
the long stretch of Balestier Kut Teh, Loy Kee Chicken views and a ceiling height be Singapore’s largest medical
Nearest MRT station Rice and Wheeler’s Yard; of 3.3m promise bright, airy
Road and the nearby MRT hub. As an eclectic enclave
Novena Fairprice Finest supermarket and well-ventilated interiors.
station, for seamless con- that’s close to the city centre, it’s
URL nections to the Central at Zhongshan Mall; the Shaw Each apartment comprises easy to see why Singaporeans
www.citysuites.sg Business District, Tan Tock Plaza cinema; and cultural one bedroom with a built- and expatriates would be
Seng Hospital, and offices in landmarks like the Sun Yat in wardrobe, a full-fitted happy to call it home.THURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017 25
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Unwind in an
urban oasis PHOTOS: WING TAI HOLDINGS
Lydia Shu walks IN A land-scarce urban jungle,
we have come to associate
blue and green spaces, offer-
ing a sensation of relaxed
available. Ideal for large fami-
lies, these provide investment
the Boat Quay area. Adjacent
to it is the Henderson Park
you through The living amid tranquil nature luxury. Families can enjoy potential for rental income and Connector, leading to a nature
trail that joins Mount Faber
with retirement homes in the hours at the Water Zone area encourage multi-generational
Crest, a tranquil countryside. Many also assume featuring a Bio Lagoon, a Pool living. Park, HortPark and Labrador
it is impossible to find a home Deck and Curvilinear Leisure Nature Reserve.
haven amid the city that offers both the buzz of city Pool. And over at the Activity CITY AND GREEN CONNECTIONS
living and spacious interiors Zone, By the Meadow is home Beyond the gates of the
buzz to relax and unwind each day. to a Meadow Spa, a Cascading property is downtown gem
Property development The Garden Trail and a Grill and Orchard Road, and a short The Crest
Crest achieves this delicate Dine Terrace. drive away lies Marina Bay
balance. The wall of trees and Financial Centre and the Location
Nestled in the Tanglin shrubbery surrounding the world-famous Marina Bay 101, 103, 105, 107, 109,
Sands. For easy access to the 111, 113, 115 Prince Charles
area, it is the brainchild of condominium offers an air
Crescent
award-winning architect Toyo of exclusivity and serenity, Central Business District,
Ito. Winner of the Pritzker while complementing the Redhill MRT station is a mere PSF price
Prize in 2013 and the Thomas lush grounds. Together, they six-minute walk away. Price on request
Jefferson Foundation Medal help to rejuvenate body, mind Fitness enthusiasts will be No of units
in Architecture in 2014, Ito and soul after a long day. happy to know that The Crest 469
has designed iconic buildings Offering a similar sense of is well connected to the great
around the world, including light and space are property outdoors. Running along Nearest MRT station
Redhill
Singapore’s VivoCity and Belle options that feature the delights Prince Charles Crescent is the
Vue Residences — both of of spacious luxury living. Along Alexandra Park Connector URL
which project stylish moder- with a range of trendy loft units, that leads all the way to the www.thecrest.com.sg
nity, lightness and optimism. 3BR and 4BR dual-key units are Singapore River and as far as
THE MASTER ARCHITECT’S VISION
With his latest project, The
Crest, Ito takes a slightly dif-
ferent approach. The prop-
erty’s key design aesthetic is
based around the greenery
of the Tanglin area. “Tanglin
has a uniquely green and lush
atmosphere, a rare quality in
an urban landscape,” he says.
“My aim was to find a way
to create a relationship that
brings the buildings closer to
this environment.”
The result is a stunning
space with abundant water
and green features. Facilities
are cleverly organised intoTHURSDAY, AUGUST 31, 2017 27
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