Singapore's colonial legacy includes black-and-white houses set amidst lush greenery and there're pockets of these in different parts of our island. These bungalows are so called because of black painted timbers and white washed walls. They were used by colonial administrators and military and senior business personnel. Typically they are designed with high ceiling with whirling ceiling fans, shaded verandahs and installed with black and white striped bamboo blinds to keep cool in the tropical heat, in those days before air-conditioning. Notice they are raised on pillars, like local kampung houses, to forestall any floods. These houses are still being occupied by tenants.For more That's my world pictures, go here
Interesting, and totally new to me. I love learning new things - thanks for sharing this part of your world.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the explanation of the name as well. I had no idea Singapore was "Lion City"
Great shots! Love having the interesting commentary as well! Thanks for sharing a bit of your world! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteso like the colonial architecture...it is beautiful and functional.
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have a lovely week.
Oh they are very nice. Who occupies them now?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful buildings in a gorgeous setting, great shots.
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Guy
Regina In Pictures
They're mostly rented out to well-heeled expatriates. Quite a number are located centrally and attract good rentals.
ReplyDeleteGood to have them to remember. Figures expatriates live there now. Some habits die hard.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the interesting text and photos - its been a pleasure browsing your site and I look forward to more.
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Pierre
I am so glad to see that not every inch of Singapore is covered in high-rises and that some of the servicable colonial architecture still survives.
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