One of Singapore’s first heritage towns, Joo Chiat has long been celebrated for its old-world charm and historic architecture. An enclave of famous eateries, eclectic boutiques and colourful rows of traditional Peranakan shophouses, this neighbourhood is, for many visitors, a case of love at first sight.
So it was for London-born CHLOÉ BATTESON one sunny afternoon in November 2018. On the hunt for a pretty postcode, Chloé had arranged a viewing at one of these very shophouses in the hope of finding a new home. As she arrived and peered through a dusky blue gate, awaiting the agent’s arrival, her mind was already made up. She knew right then that she had found “the one”.
We dropped in for a peek ourselves, to find out how Chloé has made it a home away from home.
Tell us a bit about yourself and your journey here.
Originally from London, I moved to Singapore with my job five years ago with London real estate agent Johns&Co. This has been my first stint living abroad – it’s been wonderful and certainly won’t be my last!
Property and design is something that I’m truly passionate about and enjoy putting into practice in my own space. I’ve recently taken this a step further and am now studying Interior Design. The dream is to one day design for bars and restaurants.
What kind of property were you looking for when you arrived? What were some non-negotiables?
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