11.16.2007

Sure Looks Good To Me

Some blocks of old HDB flats opposite my neighbourhood are slated to be tore down in 2 years time, to make way for 'plans to rejuvenate the estate' with a private one.

I can't wait. I hope they build another mall. Because really, this city needs another shopping mall. Hougang Mall is too overcrowded, and Hougang Green is too far away. And Starbucks. I cannot for my life, believe that there is not a single chain in Hougang that is riding on Americana. Oh yes, there is no cinema in Hougang. (There used to be one, but it closed down because the developer think it's a great idea to build a bowling alley above the theatre. I thought it was raining when I was watching Power Rangers: The Movie.) Build an entertainment hub. Have K-Box and Sakae Sushi, too. High-rising condominiums! There are simply too little condos in Hougang to make us less of a cheena Bronx and more of a Trying Too Hard To Be Upper East Side.

Spread those old fudgies all over the island. I mean, they are the least of concern. They are not fans of shopping malls and lifestyle hubs. They prefer to relish old kampung spirits, and honey - kampung spirits doesn't bring in the dough. I think there are some empty apartments in Ang Mo Kio and Bishan, just relocate them there. One year is more than enough time to move out. Two more years and there you go - the dream suburbia.

This is exactly how you bring in the votes.

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