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The show flat for Jansen House, a 999-year leasehold condo (from 1 September 1876) developed by Macly Group, will open on 27 April 2024, 11am to 7pm.

PropertyGuru Group Limited, the leading property technology (proptech) company in Southeast Asia, announced that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended 31 December 2023 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Lentor Mansion sold 400 units or 75% of its total units during its launch weekend. Meanwhile, a recent survey conducted by PropertyGuru revealed that a large majority of renters in Singapore, find current rental prices too high.

Lentoria sells about 19% of its units over its launch weekend. Meanwhile, Lentor Mansion sees about 5,000 visitors during its preview weekend.

The real estate industry is experiencing a major transformation, driven by leading developers that are actively shifting their projects towards a more sustainable future.

Architectural innovation is not about chasing the latest trends or relying solely on technology –  it's about creatively rethinking the familiar and unlocking the potential of existing resources.

4-room Build-to-Order (BTO) flats in Hougang and Queenstown emerged as the most popular among first-time buyers in the latest sales exercise. Meanwhile, the Singapore Land Authority (SLA) has revised the land betterment charge (LBC) rates.

Singapore's luxury residential market has proven to be remarkably resilient despite global headwinds. Nevertheless, developers must constantly innovate to stay ahead of market trends and consumer demands.

HDB will launch around 6,830 June 2024 BTO flats. Meanwhile, a Facebook listing for a small room in a Toa Payoh Central flat sparked online outrage, with netizens slamming the landlord for renting out the “morgue-like” room.

A sustainably built home incentivises homeowners with cost savings and environmental benefits, compelling homebuyers to look for qualities like green certifications and eco-friendly features to align their investment with sustainability.

After more than four years, the Housing and Development Board (HDB) will launch the first Build-to-Order (BTO) project in Punggol – Matilda Riverside – in its February sales exercise. More news on Budget 2024.

We equip you with expert tips and unveil award-winning properties from the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Singapore 2023 that exemplify smart condo choices.

In its budget wish list 2024, PropertyGuru has urged the government to reduce the 15-month wait for private property downgraders and withhold the Additional Buyer’s Stamp Duty (ABSD) for Singaporean families.

Developers of upscale residences are transforming city living with an approach that goes beyond traditional opulence.

Lumina Grand EC saw healthy demand during its launch over the weekend. Meanwhile, Singapore saw private home prices and HDB resale prices rise at a slower pace in 2023, at 6.8% and 4.9%, respectively.

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Lumina Grand EC and Hillhaven launched for preview over the weekend. In the meantime, the RTS Link Singapore has just surpassed 65% construction.

HDB will reduce the number of BTO sales exercises it conducts per year, from four to three. Meanwhile, Minister Desmond Lee does not expect home prices to rise indefinitely, given signs of moderation in the public and private sectors.

Singapore saw prices of private homes increase by 2.7% in Q4 2023, showed URA Q4 2023 flash estimates. Meanwhile, prices of HDB resale flats increased by 1.0% in Q4 2023, marking its fifteenth consecutive quarterly growth.

The occupancy cap for bigger HDB flats and private homes will be temporarily raised from six to eight unrelated people. Meanwhile, PropertyGuru expects buyers to purchase houses for their use to drive private residential sales in 2024.

Plumbing professionals in Watts’ educational programs have the chance to win by earning tickets through their Learn & Earn initiative.

On a seasonally adjusted annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.19 trillion.

In this installment of Weekly Boiler Tips we explore the differences between manual and self-checking scanners.

Construction job openings plunged in March, falling to the lowest level since October 2020.

The California-based home service company’s Hero Helps division works year-round to raise donations and provide volunteers to a variety of charitable organizations.

Promotion is to thank valued pros and celebrate the launch of SENSEI RX/RXP.

This year marks the International Code Council’s 44th annual campaign to raise awareness about the importance of building codes.

The Jacksonville, FL, headquartered David Gray will continue to operate under its current name and branding.

Plumbing is specialized work, and it has always demanded specialized tools. How well do you know the tools of the trade? Take our quiz and find out!

Local hero Brad Benjamin, limited to using only one appliance at a time due to water heater issues, receives a generous product donation.

Cybertrol won for its role in a critical infrastructure upgrade project focused on server and network modernization for a boiler system at a Midwest university.

Construction companies that employ best practices can be nearly six times safer than the industry average.

IAPMO’s subject matter experts will participate on committees and working groups for numerous relevant standards.

Following a loss control process can help you make informed decisions about where to focus your resources.

The guide summarizes key considerations for people seeking to retrofit existing large commercial and multifamily buildings.

The nation’s top mechanical contractors face a host of challenges. But by partnering with customers, reaching out to their communities, and empowering employees, 2024 sees all the pieces in place for success.

Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Weekly Show.

This week's gallery spotlights ADA-compliant, stainless-steel sinks; a safety valve and motorized actuator; customized commercial sinks; a pressure-monitoring feature for pumps; rolling motor and tube expander kits; and a high-foaming cleaner for rust, scale, stains and deposits.

Rapid urbanization, demand for energy-efficiency cited as key factors.