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TOP: 2017 There are some condos that have names that are just aptly named of what it represents. Be it luxurious, a resort-vibe, or a nature infused estate – that first impression is already built from the get-go. But there are also those that are sleeper hits – the Alex Residences is one of them. With such a common name, you’d be forgiven for assuming that this is a run-of-the-mill condominium. If anything, it is placed amongst competitors with really different names as well – The Eche...

TOP: 3Q 2025 One-North Eden is a much anticipated launch for investors and homeowners alike as it marks the first residential development at one-north in 14 years, with the last launch being The Rochester Residences, which TOP-ed in 2011. The one-north (yes, the small letters are deliberate) precinct spans 200-hectares and is meant to be an icon of Singapore’s knowledge economy. Let me explain – it was first conceptualised in 1991 before masterplanned in 2001 by the renowned Zaha Hadid Arch...

It has been an intriguing first few months of 2021 so far. From the introduction of the massive Normanton Park , to the uniquely positioned The Reef at King’s Dock – you could say that home buyers have had quite a good spread to choose from so far (adding on to the already flourishing list of new launches). Now just a week after, Irwell Hill Residences makes its introduction. What I find really interesting here is the juxtaposition between the two recent launches. Midtown Modern had a focus...

Hougang Capeview was launched in the November 2011 BTO exercise. Back then, some people were complaining about this launch being “so ulu” and “near a reservoir”. Fast forward 10 years and people can now see that the “near a reservoir” is really a strength with both the park connector next to it, as well as the river and greenery facing that many units here enjoy. Prices of 5-room flats here currently average around $700,000, close to twice its initial launch prices, showing just how...

480 If Natura Loft sounds familiar to you, it could be because it has been making headlines for minting million dollar HDBs. Launched in November 2008 (right smack in the middle of the Global Financial Crisis), Natura Loft was the fourth DBSS project in Singapore that promised condo-like features such as an underground basement carpark (this was not the norm in HDBs then) and a condominium-looking facade. The developer Qingjian Realty (also the developer of the upcoming Forett at Bukit Timah) b...

2016 Heading down Nicoll Highway past the unmistakable Esplanade, not many might know that behind this unique ‘wave-shaped building’ is actually a 5-star hotel hotel, top-end commercial space and ultra-luxury residence – all intertwined into a singular elite lifestyle hub. Home to the world’s first beer-infusion lab and a host of other dining curiosities, you’ll find this area to be worth an entire Sunday’s exploration (and more). From the get-go, tip-top transport convenience and p...

“The bigger the better” And if this phrase was any indication of consumer preferences, it would seem that Normanton Park would be on due course for a home run. After all, it is and should be the biggest new launch of 2021 (bar any surprise mega en bloc deals) – at a staggering total of 1,862 units. So for those keeping track, Normanton Park will surpass D’Leedon as the second biggest development in Singapore (in terms of units) – the first prize trophy still goes to Treasure at Tampin...

1,848 I think it’s safe to say that The Pinnacle@Duxton is probably Singapore’s most well-known HDB project. It has made headlines for many reasons, one of which is its superbly central location in Tanjong Pagar along Cantonment Road. It was also Singapore’s very first 50-storey public housing and also features 2 Sky Bridges that offers a panoramic view of the city – unheard of in the public housing market when it was first announced. Moreover, the HDB even launched an international arc...

Sep 2022 For the benefit of those less familiar with the East, the culturally rich neighbourhood of Katong was an area once filled with coconut plantations and dominated by seaside bungalows and pre-war shophouses for wealthy Peranakans and Eurasians. Today, the shophouses continue to stand strong with its immaculate motifs and colourful facades while many of the bungalows have given way to high rise condominiums. In fact, Aurum Land’s acquisition of several landed homes to build NYON has eff...

2024 As far as records go, Selangor Dredging Berhad (SDB) has long been a believer in the value of freehold projects. So it really comes as no surprise that The Myra is a freehold project in itself – despite its immediacy to both the Potong Pasir MRT station and surrounding commercial spaces like the Poiz Centre. For those wondering, the plot of land that the Myra sits upon is actually an amalgamation of 17 separate land plots – all of which were privately owned by individual landlords up t...