With so many new launch projects being completed in 2023, Interior Design (ID) firms are already braced for a deluge of projects. But you know who else should be getting ready for a lot of calls? CASE, because one of…
Decor Advice
In the Singapore property market, sometimes appearances can be deceiving. Despite the aged facades, peeling paintwork, and limited amenities, some old condos have managed to defy expectations and offer a trove of advantages that can’t be overlooked. These gems from…
Buying
Colin and his wife (@therollyjollyhome), like many couples, initially set their sights on applying for a BTO (Build-To-Order) flat. However, despite their hopes and efforts, fortune did not smile upon them, and their journey through the BTO/SBF route ended in…
Design
Is the co-living experience as pretty as this picture of the Hmlet Cantonment backyard below makes it out to be? Read on to find out! So I’m back again for the 4th and final part of this co-living series, in…
Property Stories
This week, we tour the home of Shaun and Andrea, a beautiful minimalist 4-room HDB in Bukit Purmei that’s sized at 1,000 square feet. Shaun and Andrea (the owner of https://www.instagram.com/nnn.noodles/?hl=en), have transformed this space into a one of style…
Living In
If you live in an integrated development, maybe it’s better to give up the car. After all, the whole point is that you’re connected to an MRT station and/or bus interchange. Also, having a commercial component invariably means busier roads…
News
Navigating the world of home renovation can feel like embarking on a treacherous expedition if you’re new to it. Stories of renovation nightmares have become all too real for many unfortunate homeowners. Tales of unfinished jobs or lengthy delays, shoddy…
Decor Advice
Dear Stacked Homes, I’m sure I’m not alone in this dilemma, but unfortunately my friends have been lucky enough to get BTOs and SBFs, leaving us with nobody to consult on this topic. We’re first-time buyers in our very late…
Advice
Are you the sort who always picks function over form? Or perhaps a landlord catering to short-term and more practical tenants? If so, the following properties are worthy of consideration. They aren’t aesthetically pleasing, there’s no nearby green space, and…
Property Picks
This week, we tour a 3-storey Inter-Terrace home at Frankel Estate. The homeowners are a family of 4 and have opted to rebuild their home from the ground up. Inspired by Danish Scandinavian design, the home exudes a sense of…
Insider Tour
Continuing our search for affordable and freehold housing, we take a look at 2-bedroom apartments this week. With a budget under $995K, these units might have a more compact floor plan or a less convenient location. Missed last week? You…
Opinion
After a 10-year long stay in their Woodlands BTO, Kathy (*not her real name for privacy reasons), and her spouse (@maison.hv) decided it was time for a change. For their new home, it would have to be centrally located, accommodate…
Design
As the new kid in this mature block, Stirling Residences aims to be a standout place to live while reaping the benefits of a mature estate.
Condo Reviews
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31 May 2023
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47 min read
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BTO launches are always an exciting time for homeowners, and this latest May 2023 BTO launch is no different. There are more units launched this time as compared to the previous February 2023 BTO launch, and we’re looking at 5,495…
BTO
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30 May 2023
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28 min read
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Several market watchers are surprised at the strong sales of The Reserve Residences, so soon after the latest cooling measures (although Blossoms by the Park was another that did well). This point in 2023 is also perceived as a market…
Property News
Whether you’re checking the background of a property, or looking for a potentially undervalued unit, it helps to know the losers as well as the winners. It’s unusual indeed for projects to see substantial losses in a bull market like…
Analysis
I’m sure many of you readers also share this love for the neighbourhood or have heard this phrase from friends who firmly believe that ‘east side, best side’. For those who cannot comprehend the mass infatuation, it’s tough to put…
Property Stories
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29 May 2023
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18 min read
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Note: this is not an advertorial for Hmlet as the stay was completely paid for by myself (not sponsored by Hmlet so you can rest assured that everything I write is wholly objective, based on my experience, and not a…
Opinion
