Playgrounds galore, butterfly walks, groceries next door: Why this mum can’t stop promoting her Tengah home
For her family, everyday life flows easily between greenery, play and daily errands – showing how thoughtful HDB planning can turn a new town into somewhere people love to live.
Everyday life in Tengah’s Garden Vale @ Tengah HDB development is a seamless blend of nature, play, and daily errands. Jorene Lee, a patent scientist, and her two young daughters regularly enjoy the precinct’s nature-inspired playgrounds and colourful butterfly-filled gardens, just minutes from their home. The two-room and five-room flats, designed by local architecture firm Design Link Architects, incorporate greenery into everyday living spaces, creating a more organic and connected layout.
The precinct’s landscape design places greenery throughout the housing areas, allowing residents to encounter nature as they traverse paths, play, exercise, and spend time outdoors. This thoughtful approach to planning has captivated residents like Lee, who believe that outdoor play and greenery foster curiosity and make the neighbourhood feel lively and peaceful.
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