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I was given a chance to serve my country. How many people are given this chance? I was fortunate to have been a part of the team which built Singapore. I had some skill and some strength that was useful to others. .– The late entrepreneur-turned-politician Lim Kim San, known as “Mr. HDB” (Housing and Development Board) for having started public housing in Singapore in 1960.

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I was given a chance to serve my country. How many people are given this chance? I was fortunate to have been a part of the team which built Singapore. I had some skill and some strength that was useful to others. .– The late entrepreneur-turned-politician Lim Kim San, known as “Mr. HDB” (Housing and Development Board) for having started public housing in Singapore in 1960.

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Looking to outfit or update your place? Head straight to these 10 furniture meccas around the island and use the insider tricks here!

Hot HOME ’Hoods

1 Dempsey Hill

Rich with history, Dempsey Hill housed the old British military camp in SG and was known as Tanglin Barracks until 1989. The area is now a lifestyle destination known for delish international eateries and even boasting a venue for kids’ rugby, cricket and soccer activities on weekends. More importantly, Dempsey is home to fab furniture shops such as:

Woody Antique House

Reflecting the diversity of Asia, this store offers one of Singapore’s widest ranges of antiques and artefacts. It even sells upcycled furniture (made from old timbers) and has a great variety of modern outdoor furniture (perfect for your balcony or poolside!). Flip to page 20 to “Go Inside” this chockfull shop that’s been at Dempsey for nearly 20 years. (Blk 13 Dempsey Rd, #0105, 249674, www.woodyantique.com)

Wood Farm Lifestyle

If you’re hunting for something authentically Asian at an affordable price, Wood Farm is the go-to. Here, antiques from China are carefully restored. See why else Wood Farm is worth a visit on page 29.

(Blk 13 Dempsey Rd, #01-03, 249674, www.woodfarmsg.com)

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