Yio Chu Kang, located in the northeastern part of Singapore, evolved from a rural area into a residential suburb while retaining its lush greenery. Historically, it was home to agricultural villages, including Chinese kampongs and plantations, along Yio Chu Kang Road. The area’s name reflects the influence of the Kangchu system, where “kang” refers to rivers and “chu” to plantation leaders.
By the late 20th century, urban redevelopment transformed Yio Chu Kang. Kampongs were cleared to make way for public housing and modern amenities, leading to the establishment of residential estates like Lentor and facilities such as Yio Chu Kang MRT Station, schools, and community centres. This accessibility, coupled with its mix of low-density housing and greenery, has made it a desirable residential area.
Here are some of the most beautiful homes in Yio Chu Kang.
1. Yio Chu Kang Penthouse
This penthouse apartment at Yio Chu Kang (pictured above) is home a couple in their 30s and their two young children. The couple opted for pared-down decor and wood and concrete interior design.
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For homeowners Elaine and Wui Boon Lim, their bright and airy 3-storey intermediate terrace house is the result of clever spatial planning by architecture firm Ehka Studio, whose design revolved around one important requirement – a home that could facilitate family bonding.
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This 2.5-storey detached house in Yio Chu Kang has 4 bedrooms, a room for their maid and a pool. This airy and spacious home of Calsia Lee, who runs carpentry company Mudian!
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Home to a family of four, this 3-bedroom condominium along Yio Chu Kang Road was designed to resemble a luxurious hotel suite.
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The architect team for this house decided to give the home an entirely new look with rustic elements. This was achieved through the use of warm, natural materials, such as wooden decking and swivelling wooden screens.
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Customised built-in fixtures in this spacious house keep it looking sleek and neat. This modern contemporary house in Yio Chu Kang boasts an open plan interior design.
After living in a rented place for some time, the owners of this 3,000 sq ft 3-storey detached house in Yio Chu Kang couldn’t resist splurging on the furniture and accessories of their new home.
After handing the keys over to their interior designer of Museum, the homeowners jetted off to Bangkok to shop. One knock-out piece they acquired is a surgical lamp-inspired lighting fixture that drops 1.85m from the living room ceiling.
It commands an industrial cool that not only pulls together the space’s masculine palette, but also sets the tone for the entire home.
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In the living room, the floral curtains are paired with a striped sofa in shades of pink, purple and green. In the corner of this room, there is a bespoke neon light installation of a pair of angel wings, which are lit up when there are guests.
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When businessman Gilbert Peh bought this 4-bedroom condominium apartment, he was already satisfied with the space and layout. Instead of spending money on extensive, complicated structural renovations, he decided that all it needed was a touch of style.
He gave interior designer Arean Wong from Space Vision Design free rein to use it around the whole apartment. For the living and dining areas, a modern yet luxe touch was created with a matte gold crushed metallic vinyl wall covering. Renovation cost was $60,000.
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This single-storey semi-detached house off Yio Chu Kang Road has a large garden in front so the dogs can catch some sun and run around.
The homeowner’s choice of furniture is a mix of modern and vintage pieces, the latter sourced mostly from second-hand furniture shop, Hock Siong & Co.
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