Kent Ridge Hill Residences Review

The tagline for this new development from Oxley Holdings is Hillside Address, City Living and that sums up Kent Ridge Hill Residences perfectly. With private and direct access to Kent Ridge Park, the 47-hectare green oasis almost serves as an extension to the project’s already impressive list of facilities. But, despite the park – which forms part of the Southern Ridges – acting as a dramatic and lush backdrop to the residences, it is still within very quick and easy reach of the city and is only a short walk from an MRT station.

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Its proximity to nature permeates every aspect of Kent Ridge Hill. The large site area features many water, flora and fauna themed facilities such as waterfalls, an amazon lawn and playground, and forest and rainforest walks. It also has the more traditional amenities including a tennis court, gym, various swimming pools, barbecue decks and pavilions.

The development is built on naturally sloping land, giving residents enhanced views and privacy over the surrounding low-rise enclave. Particular attention has been paid to the look and exterior design of each block. Instead of the ubiquitous whitewashed or solid colour facades, the developers have gone for a vinyl cladding that looks even close up like real timber. This has the advantage of being able to resist the harsh Singapore climate without diminishing its looks.

1 BR + Study Type AS1 (517 sq ft)

The study area is the first part that greets you when you enter and is large enough for a good sized desk. It is separated from the living room area to avoid distractions, and does feel like a separate study area.

A separate study area.

Once again, the kitchen is roomy and makes good use of storage. The quartz work tops are deep, meaning they can be used to both store items and still provide space on which to prepare food.

Porcelain tiles on the floor and ceilings compliment the Grohe fittings and glass screen.

The combined living and dining room can fit in a table and sofa without the feeling that they are overpowering the room. The proximity of the floor-to-ceiling windows looking out onto the balcony and beyond extend the space, while letting in natural lighting.

2 BR Compact Type B2 (646 sq ft)

It may be called compact, but that is not the impression you get when you walk in, with its wide hallway that leads from the entranceway through the kitchen and into the living area. The porcelain flooring (marble in the penthouses and strata housing) reflects the lighting, further enhancing the feeling of space.

A wide hallway leads from the entranceway through the kitchen and into the living area.

Because of the wide hall, the kitchen in no way feels cramped. Like all the units, it features a quartz counter top, Bosch hob and oven, and Electrolux fridge freezer and washer dryer.

The master bedroom is spacious, with easily enough room to accommodate two bedside tables alongside a king size bed.

Throughout the units, clever space saving designs are incorporated, such as this compartmentalized drawer.

The bathroom is also roomy, with porcelain tiles on the floor and walls, and Grohe fixtures and fittings.

3 BR Premium Type CP1 (1,044 sq ft)

The living area is capable of accommodating distinct lounge and dining areas, while the glass screen that separates the kitchen keeps odours and noise away from the common areas, while allowing light in and giving both rooms an open, airy feel.

Two rooms lead off from the kitchen, a small toilet, and a bomb shelter. This could be used for many things, in the show unit, they have converted it into a charming wine cellar.

The bomb shelter can even be converted into a charming wine cellar.

The master bedroom is once again spacious enough to have a king size bed without it completely dominating the room. The room features a large L shaped wardrobe, with very nice detailing and a solid feel to it that screams quality. Little touches like the tie rack and individual compartments pay testament to the time and effort that has gone into the design for each unit.

The second bedroom is also a good size, while the third is perfect for a single or bunk bed.