Queens Peak Review

Propshort: Despite coming onto the scene with stiff competition, Queens Peak represents a far better choice in terms of design, layout, aesthetics and price. The units in Queen Peak are some of the classier and better-looking types in the market so far. That they’re all value for money is just the icing on the cake. It will be difficult for potential buyers looking to invest or move to Dundee Road to locate a better and more valuable option than Queens Peak. 

On the weekend of the 22^nd of October, Queens Peak experienced its inaugural VVIP launch and if the crowd was any indication, then Queens Peak is off to a good start. However, the actual launch is scheduled for 5th November in which balloting will begin.

During that time, the showflat has to be make enough of an impression to stick.

Queens Peak

Fortunately, Chinese developer Hao Yuan who is receiving marketing and managing expertise from MCC Land, steers clear from making grandiose plans and instead focused on refining the deliverables, which in this case, are the units. The showunits come across as well-designed with smart, functional layouts that are adequate for families and/or singles.

But other things also make Queens Peak stand out. Its clean and professional façade does more than just peak out of the seven storey car park – it commands a view over Queenstown MRT station. The station is expected to have its current bridge linked with another that will connect it to the condominium.

Queens Peak linkage with Queenstown MRT station

While this is still up for approval, it’s highly likely that the rather small addition will see the light of day.  On top of the car park are where the facilities are, including the 50m swimming pool. This is already flushed with the roof of the train station, so it’s relatively out of sight for travelers gathering near the tracks while waiting for the train.

Units start on the 8^th floor and go all the way to the 44^th of which are exclusively for the four, massive penthouse units. But the rest of the development has its majority units made up of 1-bedrooms which is ideal for investment due to the low quantum. These also pose as a suitable entry into the private market for first-timers for that same reason.

Queens Peak swimming pool

There are three showunits available: Type C8 3BR + Foyer + Utility (1,055 sqft), Type B1 2BR (624 sqft) and Type AS1 1BR + Study (484 sqft).

Type C8 3BR + Foyer + Utility (1,055 sqft)

It’s not often for a non-luxury condominium to offer units that come with foyers and a private lift but this seemingly extravagant addition is a surprising and yet standard-raising element that quickly puts Queens Peak way ahead of its competitors.

3BR private lift

But a foyer and lift no matter how nice, are still supplements to the overall unit. If the rest of the home is cramped and badly designed, then luxurious items in there are as impressive as LED under car glows on a sedan or Nissan.

The 3BR in Queens Peak however, only builds on that good first impression by opening up into a well-designed open kitchen and living area flanked by an odd-shaped balcony that compliments the living room so well that more points should be given to the developer just for managing that.

3BR living room

Units like these may show what good interior designing can do but the size of the unit absolutely plays a part in helping to realize the designs. The 464 sqft space that encompasses the living, dining, kitchen and foyer areas might seem a bit tight to accommodate all these elements together but it works incredibly well.

No doubt having the dining table be in the middle is a bit of a problem for some people but walking around it isn’t difficult as there is sufficient space to navigate the area. Furthermore, the kitchen counters are substantial, with one area for cooking and a separate island for preparation.

3BR kitchen

Kitchen aside, the utility room here is more of a room here. It has its own wash center and can be made big enough to serve as a bedroom. It’s great for a young child but as if often the case, this is where the household helper will take up residence.

3BR utility room

At 58 sqft, the utility room offers a far more humane living area for the helper than what is often meant for them in other condominiums. That it is part of the house proper and not relegated to the back of the kitchen is noteworthy.

Type B1 2BR (624 sqft)

As the 3BR unit wows with its size, the 2BR impresses with a different sort of charm. The darker scheme underlines a professional vibe that contrasts nicely with the bright stone floor. The most common used word to describe units like these is chic and it would be an apt description.

2BR

The whole suite of kitchen appliances, including washing machine is included. The cabinet for the washing machine will also be built in, although the additional door shown in the showunit is an ID treatment. The open kitchen is L-shaped with top and bottom cabinets with a built-in fridge at the end.

The developers have also taken to including an extra pull out platform for when additional preparation space is required.

2BR open kitchen

The table top is solid surface and outfitted with a bowl-shaped sink that compliments the layout rather nicely.

As for the rest of the unit, this would include the common and master bedrooms. Unlike other developments where the master bedroom would come with an attached bathroom and a common bathroom regardless of how much more space that would take up, this unit only has one bathroom.

2BR bathroom

The master bedroom does have its own doorway to the bathroom but all doors are lockable to ensure privacy. While it does take some getting used too, especially if three people were to live here and therefore, would require some form of bathroom scheduling to avoid complicated situations, this design makes the most use of the space available.

Type AS1 1BR + Study (484 sqft)

The 1BR unit shares some similarities with the 2BR, in that both have an elongated passageway that starts from the main door toward the kitchen, then the living area and finally the balcony.

1BR

The wine shelf is part of the ID treatment so the unit is actually a bit more spacious when that is taken out of the equation. The master bedroom is large, even with the in-built wardrobe. It’s located just behind the living area. Part of the reason why it appears so big can be attributed to the ID treatment made to the walls.

But even without it, the bedroom is still big.

1BR master bedroom

The bedroom is connected to the bathroom, which in turn is connected to a study area. The study area is an open space, near the front door. It can be turned into another room, or more commonly used as a walk-in wardrobe.

1BR bathroom to study room

The bathroom is also rather spacious, with clear demarcations for the wet and dry areas. It’s a good and clean design with dark and bright colours neatly contrasting to create a visually pleasing aesthetic.

This design sensibility is shown throughout all the units and easily paints Queens Peak as the best choice for layout and price when it comes to living in Dundee Road.

All the units embody good design sensibilities and you get a sense of space regardless of which size you’re leaning toward. When compared to the cramped living quarters of Commonwealth Towers, Queens Peak is well ahead of the curve, both in terms of price and execution and as a result, will give its competitors a run for their money.