Presenting Punggol Topaz, HDB’s latest Build-To-Order (BTO) project and the latest gem in the Eco-Town
of Punggol. With the best of urban living brought to you amid plenty of green spaces, this new development is set to dazzle. Accessories include commercial and recreational facilities within the development, as well as the nearby upcoming Town Centre, Punggol Promenade and My Waterway@Punggol.
Choose from a collection of 3-room, 4-room and 5-room Standard Flats. Apply online by 4 Jan 2011.
To find out more, visit HDB's Build-To-Order Exhibition now on till 4 Jan 2011 at the Habitat Forum*, BizFour 3rd Storey, HDB Hub. You can also view the perspectives and sample finishes there. 3D models will be available for viewing during the selection exercise.
*Opening Hours: Mon to Fri, Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve - 8am to 5pm; Sat - 8am to 1pm; Christmas, New Year's Day, Sun & Public Holidays – Closed.
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
Monday, December 20, 2010
HDB Marks Completion of One Million Flats at Treelodge@Punggol
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Defence Mr Teo Chee Hean officiated at the completion ceremony of HDB’s first eco-precinct – Treelodge@Punggol. Treelodge@Punggol is also home to HDB’s one millionth flat. This is a significant milestone for HDB since its formation on 1 Feb 1960.
DPM Teo, who is also the Adviser for Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC, congratulated HDB, “In just 50 years, the HDB has built one million flats to house a nation. This is no mean feat, and few other countries can lay claim to such an outstanding achievement in so short a time.”
Five Decades, One Million Flats
Minister for National Development, Mr Mah Bow Tan, was also present at this momentous event. He said, “50 years ago, nobody would have thought that we could have come this far. In five decades, HDB has helped to transform Singapore to a nation of home owners. Beyond mere shelters, the HDB has built flats that Singaporeans are proud to own and call home. ”
HDB’s first eco-precinct, Treelodge@Punggol, is home to HDB’s one millionth flat. The flat owner of HDB’s one millionth completed flat was picked using a computer ballot amongst residents at Treelodge@Punggol.
Mr Wang Weiji and his wife Ms Christina Ng from Block 305D are the lucky owners of the one-millionth flat. They first booked their 4-room flat at Treelodge@Punggol when it was launched in 2007. They are currently living with Mr Wang’s parents in Hougang, and are looking forward to being first-time homeowners.
HDB’s First Eco-Precinct – Treelodge@Punggol
Having the one-millionth flat in Treelodge@Punggol is also significant as this is Singapore’s first Green Mark Platinum Award public housing project. Launched on 28 Mar 2007, the development consists of seven apartment blocks with 709 units of 3, 4 and 5-room flats.
Given that over 80% of Singaporeans live in public housing, HDB has a major role to play in promoting sustainable development in the industry. Over the years, HDB has been proactively promoting environmental sustainability by testing green technologies and innovations in its building developments.
The eco-precinct is a pilot project to demonstrate that innovation and sustainable development can be both practical and cost-effective. The eco-precinct seeks to attain lower maintenance cost while achieving various environmental objectives. In addition, the precinct will also enable the community to experience a distinctive eco-lifestyle.
Some of Treelodge@Punggol’s distinctive eco-features include the following:
a) Solar panels to tap on clean energy which will power the lighting for the common areas;
b) A dedicated recyclable refuse chute at each block to encourage recycling;
c) A first for an HDB precinct in Singapore, there is a 650-metre long tree-lined pathway that circles the development. Residents can look forward to jogging or taking leisurely walks in a lush environment;
d) A ‘Car Sharing Scheme’ will be introduced to provide residents with access to a fleet of cars, which also include hybrid cars; and
e) There are cool walls and greening on roof decks, which help to lower ambient temperature. The buildings are also designed to face the prevailing wind direction. This reduces the need for air-conditioning, which will help residents save on electricity bills.
Treelodge@Punggol was also recently awarded the Chicago Athenaeum’s Green GOOD Design Award 2010. Jointly organized by The European Center for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design, this award recognizes the importance of sustainable design.
Thousands of entries were received from over 46 nations. The winning entries were judged by members of The European Center’s International Advisory Committee, who are worldwide leaders in the design industry. Besides Treelodge@Punggol, Gardens by the Bay and The Solaris were the other winning recipients from Singapore.
DPM Teo, who is also the Adviser for Pasir Ris-Punggol GRC, congratulated HDB, “In just 50 years, the HDB has built one million flats to house a nation. This is no mean feat, and few other countries can lay claim to such an outstanding achievement in so short a time.”
Five Decades, One Million Flats
Minister for National Development, Mr Mah Bow Tan, was also present at this momentous event. He said, “50 years ago, nobody would have thought that we could have come this far. In five decades, HDB has helped to transform Singapore to a nation of home owners. Beyond mere shelters, the HDB has built flats that Singaporeans are proud to own and call home. ”
HDB’s first eco-precinct, Treelodge@Punggol, is home to HDB’s one millionth flat. The flat owner of HDB’s one millionth completed flat was picked using a computer ballot amongst residents at Treelodge@Punggol.
Mr Wang Weiji and his wife Ms Christina Ng from Block 305D are the lucky owners of the one-millionth flat. They first booked their 4-room flat at Treelodge@Punggol when it was launched in 2007. They are currently living with Mr Wang’s parents in Hougang, and are looking forward to being first-time homeowners.
HDB’s First Eco-Precinct – Treelodge@Punggol
Having the one-millionth flat in Treelodge@Punggol is also significant as this is Singapore’s first Green Mark Platinum Award public housing project. Launched on 28 Mar 2007, the development consists of seven apartment blocks with 709 units of 3, 4 and 5-room flats.
Given that over 80% of Singaporeans live in public housing, HDB has a major role to play in promoting sustainable development in the industry. Over the years, HDB has been proactively promoting environmental sustainability by testing green technologies and innovations in its building developments.
The eco-precinct is a pilot project to demonstrate that innovation and sustainable development can be both practical and cost-effective. The eco-precinct seeks to attain lower maintenance cost while achieving various environmental objectives. In addition, the precinct will also enable the community to experience a distinctive eco-lifestyle.
Some of Treelodge@Punggol’s distinctive eco-features include the following:
a) Solar panels to tap on clean energy which will power the lighting for the common areas;
b) A dedicated recyclable refuse chute at each block to encourage recycling;
c) A first for an HDB precinct in Singapore, there is a 650-metre long tree-lined pathway that circles the development. Residents can look forward to jogging or taking leisurely walks in a lush environment;
d) A ‘Car Sharing Scheme’ will be introduced to provide residents with access to a fleet of cars, which also include hybrid cars; and
e) There are cool walls and greening on roof decks, which help to lower ambient temperature. The buildings are also designed to face the prevailing wind direction. This reduces the need for air-conditioning, which will help residents save on electricity bills.
Treelodge@Punggol was also recently awarded the Chicago Athenaeum’s Green GOOD Design Award 2010. Jointly organized by The European Center for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design, this award recognizes the importance of sustainable design.
Thousands of entries were received from over 46 nations. The winning entries were judged by members of The European Center’s International Advisory Committee, who are worldwide leaders in the design industry. Besides Treelodge@Punggol, Gardens by the Bay and The Solaris were the other winning recipients from Singapore.
Sunday, December 05, 2010
Prive EC project in Punggol attracts strong turnout at launch
As published in ChannelNewsAsia
03 Dec 2010 (Friday)
By Joanne Chan
SINGAPORE : Singapore's latest executive condominium (EC) saw a strong turnout of potential home buyers on the first day of its launch.
Market watchers predict the Prive will be popular because of the renewed interest in this type of housing.
Executive condos are a hybrid of private and public housing which made a comeback this year after a five-year hiatus.
Located near Punggol MRT station, Prive is priced at $660 to $690 per square foot(psf).
Jointly developed by NTUC Choice Homes and CEL Development, it offers 680 two to four-bedroom units.
Available to those with a maximum household income of $10,000, executive condos offer more choices for home buyers who are often known as the "sandwiched class".
These people are not eligible for new flats due to an income limit of $8,000, but find private housing too expensive.
By Friday evening, more than 260 applications were received.
Analyst Nicholas Mak said Prive is a more affordable option compared to a mass market condo in Punggol, which can go for between $800 and $900 psf.
He added that executive condos plug a gap in the market, as the price difference between resale flats and condos continue to widen.
Another draw - a deferred payment scheme to make it more affordable for home buyers, especially first-timers.
Margaret Goh, CEO, NTUC Choice Homes, said: "They have less cash, so this will help them. They also have priorities, for example, they are making their wedding preparations, they will need cash for renovations."
Potential home buyers Channel NewsAsia spoke to found the location and pricing attractive.
"With all the facilities at a competitive price as compared to private property, we decided to try," said one potential home buyer.
"Punggol 21 is a very nice place, especially the waterway," said another.
Prive is the third EC project launched this year.
The Esparina, launched in October, sold 425 of its 573 units within the month.
The Canopy, also launched in October, sold 104 of its 406 units within the month. - CNA/ch
03 Dec 2010 (Friday)
By Joanne Chan
SINGAPORE : Singapore's latest executive condominium (EC) saw a strong turnout of potential home buyers on the first day of its launch.
Market watchers predict the Prive will be popular because of the renewed interest in this type of housing.
Executive condos are a hybrid of private and public housing which made a comeback this year after a five-year hiatus.
Located near Punggol MRT station, Prive is priced at $660 to $690 per square foot(psf).
Jointly developed by NTUC Choice Homes and CEL Development, it offers 680 two to four-bedroom units.
Available to those with a maximum household income of $10,000, executive condos offer more choices for home buyers who are often known as the "sandwiched class".
These people are not eligible for new flats due to an income limit of $8,000, but find private housing too expensive.
By Friday evening, more than 260 applications were received.
Analyst Nicholas Mak said Prive is a more affordable option compared to a mass market condo in Punggol, which can go for between $800 and $900 psf.
He added that executive condos plug a gap in the market, as the price difference between resale flats and condos continue to widen.
Another draw - a deferred payment scheme to make it more affordable for home buyers, especially first-timers.
Margaret Goh, CEO, NTUC Choice Homes, said: "They have less cash, so this will help them. They also have priorities, for example, they are making their wedding preparations, they will need cash for renovations."
Potential home buyers Channel NewsAsia spoke to found the location and pricing attractive.
"With all the facilities at a competitive price as compared to private property, we decided to try," said one potential home buyer.
"Punggol 21 is a very nice place, especially the waterway," said another.
Prive is the third EC project launched this year.
The Esparina, launched in October, sold 425 of its 573 units within the month.
The Canopy, also launched in October, sold 104 of its 406 units within the month. - CNA/ch
Wednesday, December 01, 2010
HDB Launches Tender For Mixed-Use Site at Punggol Town Centre
Realising Punggol 21 Plus: HDB Launches Tender For Mixed-Use Site at Punggol Town Centre
Date issued : 29 Nov 2010
As earlier announced by the Minister for National Development Mr Mah Bow Tan, HDB is launching the tender for a mixed commercial and residential sale site in Punggol Town Centre on 30 November 2010 (Tuesday). This site can potentially yield 50,400 square metres of gross commercial space and 685 dwelling units. It is released for tender under the Confirmed List of the 2nd Half 2010 Government Land Sales (GLS) Programme.
This development will play a key role in making Punggol Town Centre a vibrant centre of activity for Punngol residents. It marks an important milestone in realizing the Punggol 21 Plus vision announced by the Prime Minister in August 2007.
Punggol - A Waterfront Town of the 21st Century’
Punggol town is set to be transformed into ‘A Waterfront Town of the 21st Century’ through HDB’s Remaking Our Heartland (ROH) plans. Its new 4.2-kilometre My Waterway @ Punggol that runs through the town will present exciting opportunities for the development of waterfront housing, commercial and leisure attractions. This mixed-use site is the first sale site along My Waterway @ Punggol.
A new Punggol Town Square will be introduced at the upcoming Town Centre. Occupying about 0.4 hectare to the north-east of the sale site, it is envisaged to be a vibrant gathering space for community activities catering to Punggol residents. The activities could include a Town Day, National Day celebrations, community exhibitions and roadshows. A Visitors’ Centre showcasing the history and development of Punggol town will also be built within the Town Square.
There are approximately 18,000 flats in Punggol town currently. By 2015, it is estimated to reach 35,000 flats, which is similar in size to Toa Payoh. More sites for public and private residential development are in the pipeline, further boosting the population base.
Details of Sale Site
Occupying about 3 hectares in the heart of Punggol town, the sale site is adjacent to the Punggol MRT/LRT Station and bounded by the upcoming Punggol Town Square to the north, Punggol Central to the south and Punggol Walk to the west. The bus interchange located a stone’s throw away, as well as the major arterial roads and expressways (TPE & KPE) provide seamless connectivity to all parts of the island. There is also a wide array of supporting facilities and amenities like schools and leisure within the town.
The details of the sale site are shown below:
Location: Punggol Central / Punggol Walk (JPG 1070KB)
Proposed Development: Mixed Commercial- Residential Development
Site Area: 30,000 sqm
Max. Permissible GFA [GPR]: 126,000 sq m [4.2]
Estimated No. of Dwelling Units: 685
Project Completion Period: 84 months from the date of acceptance of tender
Lease Term: 99 years
Design Advisory Panel
To realize the vision for Punggol town, a well-designed landmark development with good urban design and architectural quality is critical. Hence, the proposed development and Town Square will be reviewed by a Design Advisory Panel (DAP). The DAP will guide and work with the development team of the successful tenderer in the design of the mixed development. HDB will also appoint the successful tenderer to design and build the Punggol Town Square to achieve an overall design synergy with the mixed development sale site.
More Information on the Tender
The tender for the sale site will close at 12 noon on 15 February 2011 (Tuesday). More information is available on HDB's website.
Tender packets containing details of the sale site, development requirements and conditions of tender can be purchased at S$105 each (inclusive of GST) from HDB's Procurement Office at Basement 1, HDB Hub, 480 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh.
Prospective tenderers can e-mail hdblandsales@hdb.gov.sg, fax to 6490 3005 or call HDB’s Land Sales & Leasing Unit at 6490 3037 on weekdays from 8 am to 5 pm.
Date issued : 29 Nov 2010
As earlier announced by the Minister for National Development Mr Mah Bow Tan, HDB is launching the tender for a mixed commercial and residential sale site in Punggol Town Centre on 30 November 2010 (Tuesday). This site can potentially yield 50,400 square metres of gross commercial space and 685 dwelling units. It is released for tender under the Confirmed List of the 2nd Half 2010 Government Land Sales (GLS) Programme.
This development will play a key role in making Punggol Town Centre a vibrant centre of activity for Punngol residents. It marks an important milestone in realizing the Punggol 21 Plus vision announced by the Prime Minister in August 2007.
Punggol - A Waterfront Town of the 21st Century’
Punggol town is set to be transformed into ‘A Waterfront Town of the 21st Century’ through HDB’s Remaking Our Heartland (ROH) plans. Its new 4.2-kilometre My Waterway @ Punggol that runs through the town will present exciting opportunities for the development of waterfront housing, commercial and leisure attractions. This mixed-use site is the first sale site along My Waterway @ Punggol.
A new Punggol Town Square will be introduced at the upcoming Town Centre. Occupying about 0.4 hectare to the north-east of the sale site, it is envisaged to be a vibrant gathering space for community activities catering to Punggol residents. The activities could include a Town Day, National Day celebrations, community exhibitions and roadshows. A Visitors’ Centre showcasing the history and development of Punggol town will also be built within the Town Square.
There are approximately 18,000 flats in Punggol town currently. By 2015, it is estimated to reach 35,000 flats, which is similar in size to Toa Payoh. More sites for public and private residential development are in the pipeline, further boosting the population base.
Details of Sale Site
Occupying about 3 hectares in the heart of Punggol town, the sale site is adjacent to the Punggol MRT/LRT Station and bounded by the upcoming Punggol Town Square to the north, Punggol Central to the south and Punggol Walk to the west. The bus interchange located a stone’s throw away, as well as the major arterial roads and expressways (TPE & KPE) provide seamless connectivity to all parts of the island. There is also a wide array of supporting facilities and amenities like schools and leisure within the town.
The details of the sale site are shown below:
Location: Punggol Central / Punggol Walk (JPG 1070KB)
Proposed Development: Mixed Commercial- Residential Development
Site Area: 30,000 sqm
Max. Permissible GFA [GPR]: 126,000 sq m [4.2]
Estimated No. of Dwelling Units: 685
Project Completion Period: 84 months from the date of acceptance of tender
Lease Term: 99 years
Design Advisory Panel
To realize the vision for Punggol town, a well-designed landmark development with good urban design and architectural quality is critical. Hence, the proposed development and Town Square will be reviewed by a Design Advisory Panel (DAP). The DAP will guide and work with the development team of the successful tenderer in the design of the mixed development. HDB will also appoint the successful tenderer to design and build the Punggol Town Square to achieve an overall design synergy with the mixed development sale site.
More Information on the Tender
The tender for the sale site will close at 12 noon on 15 February 2011 (Tuesday). More information is available on HDB's website.
Tender packets containing details of the sale site, development requirements and conditions of tender can be purchased at S$105 each (inclusive of GST) from HDB's Procurement Office at Basement 1, HDB Hub, 480 Lorong 6 Toa Payoh.
Prospective tenderers can e-mail hdblandsales@hdb.gov.sg, fax to 6490 3005 or call HDB’s Land Sales & Leasing Unit at 6490 3037 on weekdays from 8 am to 5 pm.
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