Sunday, February 28, 2010
Research of housing in Singapore
By: sharnie lee 3-4
Housing in Singapore
Shelter is very important for any person. Usually the type of house a person get is according to the money he can afford. Singaporeans live in shophouses, town houses, bungalows, condominiums, HDB( housing development board), public housing flats and apartments.
More than 80 percent of Singaporeans live in public housing. These homes are quite affordable, they are often located in housing estaes, where most are developed neighborhoods with schools, super markets, clinics and recreational facilities. Example of neighborhood estates are Ang Mo Kio Town, Clementi, Yi Shun etc.
There are three-room, four-room, five-room and executive flats. A three-room flat has two bedrooms . A four-room flat has three bedrooms. An Executive mansionette has three and they are relatively larger than any other HDB units- some even have double storey, with the rooms on the second level. The rest of the population live in private housing, such as apartments, condominiums and landed properties
Types of Housing in Singapore:
• Shophouses
• Townhouses
• Bungalows
• Condominiums
• Housing Development Board (HDB) Public Housing Flats
• Apartments
Shop houses
Shop houses are one of the most significant building types in Singapore’s architectural heritage. Shop houses are narrow, small-scaled terrace structures that were built to accommodate both work and dwelling back in the early 19th century. they consist of two or three storey buildings typically built on contiguous blocks with individual unit sharing party walls. It is common to find businesses established on the first and second levels of a shop house while the top floors provide cosy residential living. The internal walls allows light and natural ventilation into the interior without the full heat of the sun. To maintain its original architecture and tradition, many of these shop houses have been restored to its traditional concept, detailing its curves and colour.
Condominiums
Condominiums are mainly mid to high-rise buildings that are more luxurious with their full facilities (covered parking, 24-hr security, clubhouse facilities; e.g. swimming pools, tennis/squash court, gym, etc.). Its stylish exterior and attractive facilities make it a popular choice for expatriates. From cozy studio units to spacious penthouses, condominium living caters to all and is fast becoming a favourite form of accommodation even among locals .While newer, more modern condo’s may cost more and are generally easier to maintain, older condo’s tend to be bigger in size with larger pools and gardens.
Housing Development Board (HDB) Public Housing Flat
Residential property in Singapore can be broadly classified into private and public housing. Majority of Singaporeans live in public housing estates while the rest reside in private estates. The Housing Development Board is the organisation that plans and develops affordable and comfortable residential estates. These flats cater to people from all walks of life and earning power. Costing between $110,000 to $550,000, these units are the most common form of accommodation for locals in Singapore.
Bungalows
Most bungalows in Singapore were built before World War II and are a significant part of Singapore’s heritage. Bungalows are defined as independent dwelling units. They tend to be located in serene wooded environments away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Expect to pay a higher price for the privacy and luxury that a bungalow will offer.
Townhouses
Townhouses are either form entire estates, or are part of a larger condominium establishment. Combined with facilities such as swimming pools, gyms and other recreational facilities, these landed terrace houses provide occupants with convenience and spacious living. All of the townhouses were built in the early nineties and have been conserved and upgraded in 1992. They are also known as colonial houses or black & white houses. Each of the townhouses are 2 storey with living, dining and kitchen on the first floor and bedrooms on the second level. There is either a balcony or open terrace in most units. Many also use this as a homes office on the first level and as residential on the second level. You can find shops, eating houses, restaurants and shopping malls within 5 minutes walk away. Excellent schools such as Raffles Girls' Secondary School, Anglo-Chinese School and the Singapore Chinese Girls' School are within close proximity too. Entertainment, shopping, dining and Orchard Road are just 5 minutes drive away. Chancery Grove is a short walk to Novena Square shopping mall, United Square and Novena MRT Station which is two stops away from Orchard MRT.
Acknowledgement:
www.singaporenri.com
By: sharnie lee 3-4
Housing in Singapore
Shelter is very important for any person. Usually the type of house a person get is according to the money he can afford. Singaporeans live in shophouses, town houses, bungalows, condominiums, HDB( housing development board), public housing flats and apartments.
More than 80 percent of Singaporeans live in public housing. These homes are quite affordable, they are often located in housing estaes, where most are developed neighborhoods with schools, super markets, clinics and recreational facilities. Example of neighborhood estates are Ang Mo Kio Town, Clementi, Yi Shun etc.
There are three-room, four-room, five-room and executive flats. A three-room flat has two bedrooms . A four-room flat has three bedrooms. An Executive mansionette has three and they are relatively larger than any other HDB units- some even have double storey, with the rooms on the second level. The rest of the population live in private housing, such as apartments, condominiums and landed properties
Types of Housing in Singapore:
• Shophouses
• Townhouses
• Bungalows
• Condominiums
• Housing Development Board (HDB) Public Housing Flats
• Apartments
Shop houses
Shop houses are one of the most significant building types in Singapore’s architectural heritage. Shop houses are narrow, small-scaled terrace structures that were built to accommodate both work and dwelling back in the early 19th century. they consist of two or three storey buildings typically built on contiguous blocks with individual unit sharing party walls. It is common to find businesses established on the first and second levels of a shop house while the top floors provide cosy residential living. The internal walls allows light and natural ventilation into the interior without the full heat of the sun. To maintain its original architecture and tradition, many of these shop houses have been restored to its traditional concept, detailing its curves and colour.
Condominiums
Condominiums are mainly mid to high-rise buildings that are more luxurious with their full facilities (covered parking, 24-hr security, clubhouse facilities; e.g. swimming pools, tennis/squash court, gym, etc.). Its stylish exterior and attractive facilities make it a popular choice for expatriates. From cozy studio units to spacious penthouses, condominium living caters to all and is fast becoming a favourite form of accommodation even among locals .While newer, more modern condo’s may cost more and are generally easier to maintain, older condo’s tend to be bigger in size with larger pools and gardens.
Housing Development Board (HDB) Public Housing Flat
Residential property in Singapore can be broadly classified into private and public housing. Majority of Singaporeans live in public housing estates while the rest reside in private estates. The Housing Development Board is the organisation that plans and develops affordable and comfortable residential estates. These flats cater to people from all walks of life and earning power. Costing between $110,000 to $550,000, these units are the most common form of accommodation for locals in Singapore.
Bungalows
Most bungalows in Singapore were built before World War II and are a significant part of Singapore’s heritage. Bungalows are defined as independent dwelling units. They tend to be located in serene wooded environments away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Expect to pay a higher price for the privacy and luxury that a bungalow will offer.
Townhouses
Townhouses are either form entire estates, or are part of a larger condominium establishment. Combined with facilities such as swimming pools, gyms and other recreational facilities, these landed terrace houses provide occupants with convenience and spacious living. All of the townhouses were built in the early nineties and have been conserved and upgraded in 1992. They are also known as colonial houses or black & white houses. Each of the townhouses are 2 storey with living, dining and kitchen on the first floor and bedrooms on the second level. There is either a balcony or open terrace in most units. Many also use this as a homes office on the first level and as residential on the second level. You can find shops, eating houses, restaurants and shopping malls within 5 minutes walk away. Excellent schools such as Raffles Girls' Secondary School, Anglo-Chinese School and the Singapore Chinese Girls' School are within close proximity too. Entertainment, shopping, dining and Orchard Road are just 5 minutes drive away. Chancery Grove is a short walk to Novena Square shopping mall, United Square and Novena MRT Station which is two stops away from Orchard MRT.
Acknowledgement:
www.singaporenri.com
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