The Atelier, An Urban Paradise

The Atelier is a freehold condo located in District 9 within the Newton / Novena neighbourhood. With the development offering a total of 120 residential units within its 41,582 sq ft land area as well as top-notch facilities, the residents can look forward to convenient and exciting city life while staying at The Atelier.

Located off Makeway Avenue, The Atelier is one of Singapore’s most convenient residential locations due to its connectivity. The development is a short few minutes’ walk to Newton MRT Station, an interchange between Downtown Line and North-South Line. The location is also one stop away from Orchard MRT Station, where you can quickly drop off for the famous Orchard Road Shopping Belt, as well as Novena MRT Station.

The company behind the development of The Atelier is Bukit Sembawang Estates Limited. With more than half a century’s worth of experience in the property industry, they have become a leading company in residential development. Their recent projects include Luxus Hills, Nim Collection, 8 St Thomas, and Liv @ MB.

WHAT MAKES THE ATELIER AN IDEAL HOME?

The Atelier is located inside the Core Central Region (CCR) in District 9, one of Singapore’s most popular residential enclaves. That means The Atelier will undoubtedly become a highly sought-after property with a great market value as soon as it is launched.

The development is perfect for the urbanites. For instance, access to public transportation is convenient, reputable schools are easily found in the neighbourhood, and there are plenty of public amenities and facilities within a short distance away. These translate to The Atelier as a desirable home for single individuals, couples, and families with young kids. On top of that, the condo is also within URA’s Master Plan for the Central Area. That means the residents can expect to see positive changes and developments in amenities, accessibility, job opportunities, and general quality of life, which equals a pleasant and comfortable living.

THE ATELIER HAS UNPARALLELED ACCESSIBILITY AND CONNECTIVITY

One of the biggest perks of living at The Atelier is its access to public transportation. The development is only 5 minutes’ walk away from Newton MRT Station on the Downtown Line and North South Line. Both MRT lines have extensive coverage of Northern, Southern, and Eastern Singapore, making travel to these parts of the country a breeze.

For bus users, the Opp Newton FC bus stop is right outside the condo building, which makes it convenient for travel around the neighbourhood. Those who prefer driving instead will have no problem to do so since main roads and expressways, such as the Dunearn Road, Bukit Timah Road, and Central Expressway, are close by.

THE ATELIER IS CLOSE TO SCHOOLS AND LEARNING INSTITUTIONS

Source: Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road)

The development is located near the Bukit Timah Education Belt, making it easy for parents to look for reputable learning institutions for their kids. There are several primary and secondary schools close to The Atelier, and they are easily reachable on foot or by car. Some of them are as follows:

i. Anglo-Chinese School (Junior) (1.0km)

ii. St. Joseph’s Institution Junior (1.0km)

iii. Anglo-Chinese School (Primary) (1.3km)

iv. Farrer Park Primary School (1.6km)

v. Singapore Chinese Girls’ School (Primary) (1.8km)

vi. Anglo-Chinese School (Barker Road) (1.3km)

vii. Singapore Chinese Girls’ School (Secondary) (1.8km)

Besides that, there are also plenty of schools located along the Downtown Line. Reputable institutions, including the National Junior College, Raffles Girls’ School (Primary), Hwa Chong Institution, St. Joseph’s Institution, and Nanyang Girls’ High School, only a few minutes ride away on MRT, accessible via the Newton MRT Station. Bus service is also available for travel between the schools and the condo.

THE ATELIER HAS PLENTY OF SHOPPING MALLS NEARBY

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Since it is inside the CCR, there are many shopping mall options that The Atelier residents can visit. Several nearby ones are within walking distance from the condo or just a few stops away on the MRT, which means that the best shopping experience is just a stone’s throw away from their home. Here are some of them:

i. Orchard Road Shopping Belt

While technically Orchard Road is not a shopping outlet, there are plenty of malls along this road stretch to be listed here. Orchard Road is one stop away on MRT via the North South Line, or a leisurely 20-minute walk from the condo. Some of the malls here are Ion Orchard, Ngee Ann City, The Paragon, 313@Somerset, Mandarin Gallery, Plaza Singapura, and Orchard Central.

ii. United Square

Located just 10 minutes away on foot, United Square is a niche shopping mall focused on families with children. The mall features kids-friendly programmes and services, which fits its title as A Kids Learning Hub.

iii. Velocity @ Novena Square

Targeting patrons with an active lifestyle, Velocity @ Novena Square is the place to go for sportswear and equipment. The mall also regularly holds sports events within the outlet. It is located directly above Novena MRT Station, which is just one stop away from Newton MRT Station on the North South Line.

iv. Square 2 @ Novena

Square 2 @ Novena is a shopping mall integrated with Novena Lifestyle and Medical Hub. It has direct connectivity with Novena MRT Station, making it convenient for the public to visit the mall. Square 2 @ Novena offers an all-in-one shopping experience thanks to its retail stores, restaurant, and beauty parlours.

v. Balmoral Plaza

Located along the Bukit Timah Road, Balmoral Plaza features an extensive selection of retail stores and food outlets. The mall is a 5-minute walk away from Newton MRT Station, and it offers a budget-friendly shopping to its visitors.

THE ATELIER HAS A LOT OF LEISURE OPTIONS

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Boring weekends will not be an issue for The Atelier residents since there are many activities that they can do in close proximity to the neighbourhood. Some of the options are as follows:

1. Singapore Botanic Gardens

Located just two stops away on the Downtown Line, Singapore Botanic Gardens features lush greenery within its 162-year-old tropical garden. The garden is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it houses more than 10,000 different plant species.

2. Cairnhill Community Club

Cairnhill Community Club is a 9-minute walk away from the condo, and they offer courses, workshops, and other fun activities for people of all ages. There are also sports courts that the members of the public can use.

3. Fort Canning Park

Fort Canning Park is a historical park that features gardens and historical artifacts regularly visited by locals and tourists alike. Located just three MRT stops away along the North South Line, the park is a great place to spend the weekend with friends and family.

4. Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay

The Esplanade is an art centre that houses performance venues, retail stores, and food outlets. It is accessible on MRT via the Downtown Line and North South Lines, as well as on the bus. Besides that, the famous Merlion Park is within walking distance from The Esplanade.

5. Chinatown

Located a few MRT stops away along the Downtown Line, Chinatown is the place to go for delicious food and beautiful architecture.

THE ATELIER HAS EXCELLENT FOOD CHOICES

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One of the good reasons why living at The Atelier is a great choice is the food selections. There are plenty of restaurants and food centres near The Atelier that residents will have plenty of options to choose from. The nearest one is the Newton Food Centre, which is reachable on foot in only 5 minutes. There are plenty of hawker stalls here, all offering yummy local delicacies without making a hole in the wallet. A little farther away is Pek Kio Market & Food Centre, which also has plenty of choices for cheap and delicious treats. Another food centre not too far away is the Adam Road Food Centre, located nearby Singapore Botanic Gardens. Despite its small size, it is considered one of the country’s most famous hawker centres.

Another place that residents of The Atelier can drop by is the restaurants along Orchard Road. Since it is one of the most frequented places in Singapore among locals and tourists, there are plenty of restaurants along the road that offer selections ranging from local delights to fine dining for weary shoppers.

Those who are willing to travel a little further can visit Chinatown. Located just a few MRT stops away, there are plenty of yummy places to go here, including Maxwell Food Centre, Amoy Street, and Tanjong Pagar Plaza Market and Food Centre. A Michelin-starred restaurant, Restaurant JAG, is also located within this bustling neighbourhood.

THE ATELIER IS A FREEHOLD PROPERTY

Freehold development projects have plenty of advantages for both own-stay buyers and investors, making them incredibly sought-after assets.

Freehold Properties are Valuable

In recent years, the government is putting on hold the selling of freehold land parcels, which means freehold properties, like The Atelier, will become rarer in the future. On top of that, The Atelier is also very close to an MRT station, which is highly uncommon among all apartments and condominiums in Singapore.

In terms of the public’s perception, freehold properties are often desirable because it is possible for buyers to own them for an indefinite amount of time. That leads the public to see them as a means of wealth preservation. Even if the government collects the property for redevelopment, they will still be compensated at market price, making them a safe investment.

Freehold Properties has more Privacy

Freehold land parcels are usually smaller in size compared to leasehold developments. Due to this, freehold projects tend to have fewer units, as can be seen with The Atelier’s 120 residential units. This allows for more privacy and exclusivity in comparison to leasehold projects.

THE ATELIER DEVELOPER BACKGROUND

Bukit Sembawang Estates Limited

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Bukit Sembawang Estates Limited, which began as a rubber company in 1911, turned its attention in the 1950s into the property industry and became Singapore’s leader in residential development. For more than half a century, the award-winning developer has invested in several projects, including more than 4,600 landed homes and more than 1,800 residential units overall.

The company is listed on the Singapore Exchange and is quickly making a name for themselves with their property development and investment operations. Their portfolio currently includes projects 8 St Thomas, Luxus Hills and Skyline Residences as well as the much anticipated upcoming new launches The Atelier and Liv @ MB.

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