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Oct 1, 2007
93 STAMFORD ROAD - RENAISSANCE OF A GRAND DAME
Affectionately termed the 'grand dame of Singapore's architectural heritage', this two-storey 19th-century building of British colonial architecture has taken on various roles and undergone several face-lifts over the years. However, her latest reinvention into National Museum of Singapore, complete with a reflective makeover and its park setting, may be her finest yet.
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Oct 1, 2007
1 PULAU UBIN - ONE OF A KIND
Located at the eastern tip of Pulau Ubin, House No. 1 is believed to be Singapore's only remaining authentic Tudor-style house with a fireplace. Its uniqueness fits in nicely with its new function as a visitor centre to Singapore's nature treasure, Chek Jawa Wetlands.
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Oct 1, 2007
3 & 7 CARLTON WALK - SANCTUARY REDISCOVERED
Built on top of a small hill to enjoy the natural sea breeze surrounding Sentosa, these two typical military barrack blocks were originally the living quarters of British soldiers before and after World War II. Now, they have been tastefully transformed into luxurious hotel suites of Amara Sanctuary Resort Sentosa for world-weary travellers to rest and relax in.
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Oct 1, 2007
469 BUKIT TIMAH ROAD - STUDY OF FORM AND FUNCTION
From its early days as Raffles College, to its current occupants, National University of Singapore Faculty of Law, the Bukit Timah Campus has been home to generations of students for more than 80 years. Conservation work sought to keep this rich history alive and yet provide modern amenities befitting a world-class educational institution.
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Oct 1, 2007
13 MARTABAN ROAD - HEARTFELT CHARM
Once used as a dormitory for orderlies from the nearby Tan Tock Seng Hospital, this two-storey Second Transitional style terrace house in the Balestier Conservation Area has now been charmingly turned into a chic, contemporary home without sacrificing its humble heritage.
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Oct 1, 2007
62 NIVEN ROAD - A 'SPACE' ODYSSEY
With its extremely narrow width, this two-storey Early shophouse in the Mount Sophia Conservation Area appears small and nondescript on the outside. However, through many novel ways, its interior space has been cleverly used to create a cosy abode.
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