Cecil Lee

These are some considerations: 1. Please note that what I had written does NOT take into consideration: http://wiki.geomancy.net/wiki/Feng_Shui_Triage 2. No two home are the same. And common sense says that : "It depends!" 3. Frankly, there no such thing as an utopian home. Thus most homes must also look at:- http://wiki.geomancy.net/wiki/The_Concept_of_Maximizing_Marks 4. To better understand and make your own opinion on "the direction of the MAIN DOOR"; I suggest you go read the following information:- http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=6&mid=15673&new= http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=6&mid=15672&new= http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=6&mid=32493&new=

In my opinion, one thing the architects forgot was that the ledges in Tree house development can allow birds + birds dropping a-plenty to be deposited onto the ledges above and below each window(s). In a bird-flu world of today, this is mighty careless. Oh, yeah! a client recently purchased an older condo @ Ris Grandeur as he complained to me that he hates his recent condo which has all dry-walls. Guess what... this development's interior walls including toilets are of dry-wall material. Only walls that are solid are those sharing with external or neighbouring unit....

Tree House condo; uses creepers to act as a "heat sink" to mitigate to dissipate heat from the external wall; facing the afternoon sun. As often, this wall shares the master-bedroom wall. A+ marks for this "green" effort!

Singapore was under passive cruise control from 2002 to 2012. What it should have done was to use active cruise control. Thus if the car in-front slows; down; the radar system will also slow down the car driven by driver: Prime Minister. Thus saving the trouble of having the co-driver slap; him

Is Feng Shui based on science or art? Or both? Although, the science of Feng Shui is important. The art of implementation is equally important!

How can my great-grand-father be that STU-PIG!

Previously, during the launch of the Waterview condo project; directors in Sim Lian Group had declared their purchase of a unit or units at Waterview. And for your info, this list shows which stacks that they had purchased during the launch.

More resources on; Waterview condo:- http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=43&mid=28702 Please note that The Tropica which T.O.P. in 2001 is already "an aging" 99 year leasehold condo i.e. 12 years old. By the time most people stay another 5years to 10 years; it should be 17 years and 22 years old respectively. Other resources in this forum also shows several of Sim Lian directors had purchased units in Waterview. Whether for stay or rental; we do not fully know of it.

Time flies. I though I got my keys to a 99 year old house, yesterday! But I think I have already stayed there for more than 10 years! Note: In my opinion, this applies to SGP properties especially HDB, condo, EC condo, private apartments that costs $1M to $1.2M and above. If it is just a $400K or even $800K, property... what the heck; have to live-with-it. Or wait for one fine day, perhaps a utopian situation where a future govt. will up the lease-period or add 99 years, more to eligible citizens for free or pay a nominal fee?

If one walks pastthe junction between Upper Serangoon Road and Tampines Road (Kovan Residences) one can view a poultry seller selling a chicken (cock) to a lady. There are also a geese and a duck at the corner. Kovan Residences happens to be the site of the Simon Road Market in the 1943's.

These are some considerations: 1. Common sense 1.1. It is not like the property sits on an island and exposed to the elements. 1.2. Another common sense is that generally if a property is on or at the fringe of "water"; the property and it's surrounding grounds would be damp. And if no proper treatment of the ground; is a hive of a breeding area for termites. 2. Otherwise, if you have the time; please read up on The Tropica and also The Waterview condo which is expected to TOP perhaps around 5 months time:- http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=6&mid=30895&new= 2.1 Specifically on the Dragon water gate formation:- http://forum.geomancy.net/review/tropica/index.htm

1. Frankly, I have nothing against PR's or foreigners; 2. End of last year; I exit out of my remaing 99year (12 plus year condo unit); a PR couple bought the unit @Seletar Springs). As their 5year old (bought new direct from govt.) was eligible to be sold. 2.1 I know this clesrly as the couple lived in the Fenvale HDB estate behind my condo. 3. A taxi driver did not believe me when I told him so; his understanding is that PRs must buy on the second-hand market. 3.1 Foreigners and although I was happy that I sold mine unit to a PR; pent up the demand for the temp. Short supply. For the world's highest paid; I feel that this is unacceptable. 4. Last year or earlier; I posted a sign signage that says something like: "Foreigner got special approval to purchase landed. HP: ". 5. I feel that it is the govt. On auto-pilot for the last 12 years + the head + all ministers forgot to match the increase in population with the infrastructure. For property; the key ingredient was Ex-minister Mah BT. On 10/8/2013 8:01:55 AM, Cecil Lee wrote:

These are some considerations: 1. If the development was built before the MRT; then if somehow; due to soil settlement; buildings + foundations start to crack. This is the chief (common sense) reason why some say no good Feng Shui. 2. If the site/ development was built inconjuction or after the MRT has been built = excellent! 2.1 As our MRT stations are one of the deepest and heavily fortified and act as bomb shelters. 2.3 Thus, look at it this way; if we have a war; I would prefer an MRT shelter next to my home; better than my unit's own bomb shelter. Any bunker busting bomb can still penetrate my #07-xx unit; 2.4 Kovan Residences used to the the site of Simon Market. I will elaborate (another time) on a market that was once located at/outside Katong Mall: now I12. 3. I truly empathise with you; during this period when the govt. Was under auto-pilot for the last 12 years; just woke up; but .... On 10/8/2013 3:39:09 AM, Anonymous wrote:

1. Further to what I had mentioned; this is the template for what I had mentioned, previously in an earlier e-mail. 2. Comparing the sectors:- 2.1. For example from now to 2023 (Period 8); if the frontage is at North and a bedroom is located at e.g. East; 2.2. While from 2024 onwards to 2043b(Period 9); we find that the wealth stars had gone to South = toilet and there is a missing corner at SE; then when comparing the periods; From now to 2023, seems more auspicious then Period 9. 3. Thus logic says that one needs to compare the stars with sectors for either period to see which is considered better or worse-off or even no-change?

Oops! Sorry, this is still 2013 - 2014 duration. If so, my "THRESOLD" model is considered unreasonable AT THIS TIME! Apologies; the attachment should reflect the current sentiments.....

These are some considerations: 1. Unfortunately in reality; what you mentioned is true. 3 + years ago; bigger brand new 99year old condo units can go for 800K or 900K. 2. Thus, today, when the supply has not caught up; be prepared to pay even 1.5M for a new 99 year old leasehold apartment. 3. Frankly majority would prefer to buy brand-new. Even for freehold apartments. 4. If you have no choice from 2013 to early 2015; can understand, you may have to adjust your personal THRESHOLD. Given that you have a size constraint. 5. Thus, in real life; after 2015; when the glut especially more and more supply + TOP; then I feel the threshold of $1.2M is achievable. 6. For practical reasons; the current insurance is at least a 99 leasehold (close to or next to) an MRT is better than one that is no where near one. 7. For example, one of my old client; wanted a bigger flat. They sold their freehold condo in River valley road. And the criteria is to get a bigger flat. 7.1. As originally, wife can't conceive. And by coincidence; after the Feng Shui; just gave birth to a baby boy. Went with them to view several flats. We had a chat and fortunately, they nearly wanted to buy a penthouse for >1.2m at Parkview EC; Sengkang. 7.2. They instead finally bought a 99year at Kovan Residence. (quite new as TOP pretty recent). 7.3. Although 99 years but just a few metres away from Kovan Residence. 8. Thus, given that they had similar constraints "bigger" flat; at least their trump card is still a home that is "next" to an MRT. Compared to the Parkview EC. In rental or resale; which will be a better insurance?

These are some considerations: 1. In period 7; usually if Flying Stars are applied; you should be looking for the location of the following numbers: Mountain Star (MS)#7 and Water(W)#7. As at that period : 1984 to 2003; the reigning wealth star is = #7. 2. In period 8; using the same Period 7, SW1 chart; 2.1. #7 becomes the past prosperity number. 2.2. #8 becomes the CURRENT prosperity wealth star. 2.3. Thus there will still be no change in the flying star chart. But locate where the MS#8 is at and the W#8 also. 2.4. For example, in period 8, theWater star#8 is located at North and the Mountain Star #8 is at East sector. 3. In period 9; especially if the house is not completely torn down or major renovations done; one should still use Period 7, SW1 chart. 3. But since this will be period 9; then locate where are the Water#9 and MS#9. As in Period 9; #9 becomes the current prosperity star(s) while #8 becomes the PAST prosperity stars. 4. Your sum of fear is realised! In fact, in Period 9 and if we still retain the Period 7 SW1 chart; the MS#9 flies to the SE and Water #9 files to the South. These two sectors will have auspicious "Current" prosperity stars. 5. Thus, based on THE FACTS; most likely your friend's master MAY be pulling a fast one on your friend. 6. A Period 7, SW1 facing home will have MS#7 and Water#7 at it's frontage, thus as I had mentioned previously #7, today : is the PAST prosperity star(s). 7. BUT if you are using Period 8, SW1 stars then you will find the Water star = #8. While the Mountain Star (MS) = #8. Thus, if there is visible frontage at the frontage of such a house and there is sufficient back(ing) at the home; then in theory; this is a good house. 8. Thus, frankly, I have clearly illustrated, above that there is nothing difficult about applying Flying Star. And the fact speaks for itself. 9. To sum up: if the house has no major renovations done or torn and rebuilt usually it is still a Period 7 e.g. SW1 home. 9.1. Only thing to remember that if this is 1984 to 2003; then locate theLeft (MS) and Right (Water) stars = 7 = CURRENT prosperity during that period. 9.2. Correspondingly, if this is 2004 to 2023 (under Period 8); then locate where are the #8's ? 9.3. If this is 2024 to 2043 (under Period 9) then locate where are the #8's; that's all. 10. From this logic; I am afraid; if purely based on Flying stars; your friend's master has just pulled a fast one on him! Your some of concerns are realised... Lots of smoke coming from that master's ears for sure!

Attached is a chart showing my personal threshold for purchase of a home in Singapore: 1. I don't mind paying $1m to $1.2m for a 99year leasehold especially if it has certain advantages e.g. short distance to an MRT station (not LRT). Or within 1KM to a good school. 2. I will not consider anything above $1.2m for 99year leaseholds; in my opinion and not as mentioned under Para 1. 3. 999 years come under the above consideration. In Singapore, most if not all 999 year homes as if I am not mistaken they have only around 7xx+ years left.

In the government master plan; there seems to be a new MRT station on the existing North-South line. In the master plan; it shows "Canberra MRT station". If so, in the future (perhaps) it would be good news for the aged Yishun Emerald condo; the newly under construction Eight Courtyards; One Canberra and near-by Yishun flats. As the people; there may perhaps one fine day; do not need to take a feeder service to the Yishun MRT station. Attachment showing the suspected future (don't know when - if ever) Canberra MRT station

Some of the partitions mentioned in the attachment are considered inauspicious.

Center of the photo showing the auspicious infinity loop symbol.There are many standarddesigns based onMandarin word characters also likeLongevity, Prosperity. Often, also seen on the clothings of the figurines: Fu Luo Shou... etc...

These are some considerations for a partition:- 1. Usually, and not a must. Often partition size are: 35" (pretty small); 42" or huge 49 3/4" in width. The thickness for practical reasons is not that critical. 2. Ideally, under common sense; there should at least be 900 cm clearance from the door to the partition to allow ease of bringing in things into the apartment. 3. Best not to have flimsy partition e.g. those that e.g. have a few panels. Again for practical reasons; such partition may topple down. Thus if one really likes to place a partition; it should be able to withstand "wind" blowing from inside of the house out of the door and vice versa. 4. Thus a partition that sway with the wind is often irritating, to say the least. 5. Where possible; do not have vertical panels that are even numbers as often, when standing at the main door; even number of panels can symbolise a split e.g. 2 panels or 4 panels is considered "inauspicious". 6. Where possible; the panel should not have highly reflective panel facing the main door. Again, this is common sense. Where for some; when returning home; may get a "shock" seeing a "figure" or shadow when entering the home. 7. The two panels that you have shown are acceptable. In fact; in the 1990's I do see some having panels with koi fishes etched into the glass panel(s). 8. In the past; the first generation HDB flats have doors and door frame that have auspicious "openings" e.g. 35". Thus, it makes sense that the partition could be auspicious dimensions as mentioned under Para 1, above. 9. In addition, contrary to popular belief; a partition need not be "air-tight". But can be see thru. And may contain display shelves. Again, these shelves must not have a vertical split where there are even number of display shelving. 10. Do avoid having a circle design for the partition. 11. For Chinese motif; such as Longevity, Prosperity or infinity symbol are equally popular for those who like all things Chinese. These are typically seen at some Chinese restaurants e.g. in San Francisco Chinatown and elsewhere. 12. The partition also need not reach the full height of the ceiling. For some homes partition height are kept at the main door frame height or lower to allow light to bounce up above the partition to bring more light to the foyer. 13. Avoid placing a set of Fu Lou Shou figurines facing the main door e.g. if the partition has a display shelf. Some say that it is like employing them as security guard for the home. (Disrespectful). 14. There are more common sense, stuff; but for now: I tried to recall as much as I could.

Apologies, this is only a general forum. And specific to .... http://forum.geomancy.net/phpforum/article.php?bid=2&fid=1&mid=33017&new=

Please note that the attachment is based on guess work and should not be relied upon for purchase of any home(s) or apartment(s) nearby. From one of the government blue-print; there seems to be an MRT line running from Jalan Kayu to "Neram" station and downwards.... As one can see; I find that the actual Neram Road and it's surroundings are fully built with landed properties. Most likely, the government would not take-over any of the landed properties as it is costly to do so. Before the new "highway' was up; I thought that the location could be the old post office. But it seems; that location is a road leading to the new aerospace park at Seletar. I suspect that Neram station MAY be located opposite Greenwich shopping centre or near-by : once pig farm. See attachment. As mentioned in the illustration: I am not responsible if the station does not materialise. Thus don't rely on what I mentioned if one intends to purchase a home there. Your guess is as good as mine... Caution: Let's face it; sometimes; the Seletar Line may never be built or there may not be a station called Neram or Greenwich. Or by the time the lease of the property drawn down to below 60 years; suddenly the line may be built. Or if they did a tunnel below Jalan Kayu towards Seletar Road; may cause soil settlement and worse; the development becomes unsafe... and need to be acquired by the government.... Lastly; although the condo is amidst landed; but it is only a miserable 99 years old (for the room type; the lease costs greater than $1.5 or MORE million of dollars. And can only perhaps last0.8 of ageneration and say bye bye to it)

Best of Luck! Actually; many Feng Shui concepts are derived from common sense. Some of the common sense concerns of a flat facing a lift entrance are: 1. Privacy. When the lift door opens; the people inside will naturally look out. And if the unit main door directly faces the lift.... think about it... 2. Fire concern. It can be both ways.Touch wood; that is why most flats close to the lift use 1/2 hour rated doors. Seldom; a lift catches fire. Sometimes; it is simply pure common sense. The rest has more to do with "human factors". For example, some do a Feng Shui audit; for that "peace of mind" thing. Same as human factors and never discount: that "try to feel at ease or good"... Best of Luck, Tina!