Prior to modern housing projects the definitive Singaporean building was the shophouse. A business operated on the lower floor while the family accommodation was situated on the upper floors. The first of these were constructed around the 1840s and several ‘periods’ followed; each with architectural features particular to that period. Columns, tiles and brightly painted surfaces are some of the main characteristics of the houses. These pictures were taken in the vicinity of Katong Gardens where most of these former shophouses are now sought after as modern residences - some going for in excess of $NZ1,500.00.
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