Tag Archives: HDB

New mall NorthShore Plaza is connected to the HDB, Northshore Residences.

Posted on March 16, 2022 by bookjunkie

This has got to be one of the nicest HDB flats (housing built by the government and subsidised if you’re eligible) especially the ones with a waterfront view. It’s also connected to the malls. walked from the mall to the … Continue reading →

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DIY: Cost of Washing Your Vehicle or Car at the HDB

Posted on March 12, 2022 by bookjunkie

Saw this inside the lift at Toa Payoh Rise when we visited Creamier for ice cream. My partner told me that this is much cheaper than going to a car wash which can cost at least S$10-12. But he said … Continue reading →

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OTG Coffee

Posted on May 13, 2015 by bookjunkie

We literally stumbled upon this cafe at the Upper Serangoon area. My partner spotted it from the coffeeshop where we were having dinner. It’s another hip little ice cream waffles and coffee cafe located within HDB blocks and we like … Continue reading →

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Provision Shops at Eunos Crescent

Posted on September 19, 2012 by bookjunkie

This is what our government calls the heartlands, but to me it’s just real, down to earth Singapore. I always wonder how the traditional provision shops compete with NTUC. It’s seems so unfair to these small family run businesses.

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The Singapore Dream: A HDB Flat

Posted on July 6, 2012 by bookjunkie

What most Singaporeans aspire to purchase. But you usually end up tied to your job, unable to quit, even if it sucks big time. Even with a grant, you’ll be in debt for years and somehow you don’t really purchase … Continue reading →

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Pinnacle at Duxton

Posted on May 12, 2012 by bookjunkie

I always think of the Pinnacle at Duxton as LKY’s flat. It’s imprinted in my mind that it was his brainchild. So I don’t call it Pinnacle, but Lee Kuan Yew’s flat each time I pass it. Pinnacle@Duxton, the official … Continue reading →

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HDB Properties in Singapore: What Happens After the 99 Year Lease is Up?

Posted on September 24, 2011 by bookjunkie

I have always wondered about what happens when you HDB lease is up, and here’s a detailed write-up about it by Alvin on a blog all about Tiong Bahru Estate. It made me wonder what would prompt young people to … Continue reading →

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HDB Flat in Ikea Colours

Posted on May 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

I find the yellow and blue pretty striking.

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Uniquely Singapore: Homes

Posted on April 19, 2011 by bookjunkie

Little boxes in the air that most young people can’t afford. Living in super close proximity with not much privacy. These condo units go for at least a million. That’s the cost of a little more space and privacy. More … Continue reading →

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Precious Little Bit of Green

Posted on March 21, 2011 by bookjunkie

A small government apartment that only has a lease of 99 years or less, is so extremely expensive. Unless you’re born with a silver spoon, you need to go into debt for life to own one.  Imagine – you can’t … Continue reading →

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The Way We Dry Our Clothes

Posted on March 17, 2011 by bookjunkie

Using an electric dryer may be more convenient, but the electricity cost is high and the sun’s rays are free. Most people use bamboo poles to put out their clothes to dry in Singapore. We also call these multi-coloured poles … Continue reading →

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A Glimpse of the Real Singapore

Posted on December 25, 2010 by bookjunkie

Not all of Singapore is swanky and pristine. There’s also gritty, grimy and authentic in every way. One of the oldest estates is Toa Payoh which is right in the middle of the island. This is one area in Toa … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photos: View from Nex Carpark

Posted on December 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

We hardly ever have cloudless skies.

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Parking at Nex

Posted on December 5, 2010 by bookjunkie

It wasn’t so bad. I am guessing that the guards are doing a good job of controlling and helping to direct the traffic. At some point the top most level carpark looked almost empty, but as we were leaving, it … Continue reading →

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The Swankiest Most Expensive HDB Flat in Singapore: The Pinnacle at Duxton

Posted on September 4, 2010 by bookjunkie

I haven’t gone up there to see the view but my sister has been and didn’t sound that impressed. She said it is not very different from a view you get from any high rise apartment. Have you been up … Continue reading →

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