If you always loved living in a conserved pty but won’t give up the convenience & amenities a condo could offer, this might the compromise.
These conserved 1950′s SIT flats is a prime example of how the old could be amalgamated with the new.
Back then, it was safe to assume that all old building will be torn down when they are earmarked for future residential use. So it took courage & foresight & also a brave developer who is willing to take up that challenge.
Today, they have a nice showcase for the other developer to emulate.
These were built between 1948 & 1952 by the Singapore Improvement Trust . Before it was torn down, Kampong Silat was the second oldest surviving public housing estate after Tiong Bahru Estate.
These Kampong Silat flats were designed in a squarish, Art-Deco style, with architectural adaptations for Singapore’s tropical climate. The curved concrete shades along the buildings’ facades shielded the flats from direct sunlight, and allowed windows to be opened during heavy thunderstorms. There were also spacious balconies next to the kitchens to make cooking more comfortable, and chimney-like structures for ventilation. These features made living in Singapore’s weather much more pleasant. Even though the internal has been remodeled, you can still see the original elements that is evident on the facade.
This remodelled apt has 2 modern baths & a pte lift for those who finds it a chore to climb up the stairs to reach home. You can still reminisce the stairs climbing though as the original rails and stairs is accessible via the rear door.
I hope you are as excited as I’m am about this rare restored conserved home. Be the selected few to move into this piece of Singapore Architectural history.
Tiong Bahru Estate is made up of the following streets :
Tiong Bahru Road
Seng Poh Road
Tiong Poh Road
Eng Hoon Street
Eng Watt Street
Guan Chuan Street
Yong Siak Street
Chay Yan Street
Moh Guan Terrace
Lim Liak Street
Kim Pong Road
Kim Cheng Street
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