The Visionaire EC @ Sembawang

[Cecil Lee]

The Visionaire EC @ Sembawang

The Feng Shui of The Visionaire EC @ Sembawang:

BLOCKS 170, 172, 174, 176, 178, 180, 182 & 184.

The stacks in the above blocks either face flying star Period 8 NW3 or SE3.

The good thing is that these stacks are close to 99.9% either NW3 or SE3. And not botherline cases in some developments. Where less than one degree and the home could in turn become a NW2 or SE2 or vice-versa unit. Or worse off.. neither, here nor there marking.

NW3 for e.g. stacks 11, 12, 13, 24, 25 26, 31 etc... Has the auspicious water wealth #8 at it's frontage. Good if the balcony/living room faces a pool of water. If not can consider placing a water feature at the balcony to activate it.

Other than this advantage; the rest of the sectors on this home has lots of inbalances which needs to be disarmed.

If the master bedroom or a bedroom is located at theWest sector of the home: be careful of frequent sickness

SE 3 such as stacks 1, 2, 7, 8,9, 10, 29, 30 etc..facing has the water wealth star at it's frontage. Stacks 21, 27 and 28 meets this condiion.Thus, it would be good if the unit faces a pool of water. Or enhanced with a water feature at the balcony area of the living room.

The rest of the stars in other sectors are inauspicious. And may need to be disarmed

Good, if the rear of the house has a "mountain" support.

[Cecil Lee]

The Visionaire EC @ Sembawang

BLOCKS 186, 188, 190, 192 & 194 has stacks that are either SE2 or NW2 facing directions.

Typically, SE2 and SE3 with NW2 - NW3 share the same flying star numbers. Thus what is said of them in the earlier thread applies to stacks in these units.

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On 3/11/2016 10:04:38 AM, Anonymous wrote:
The Visionaire EC @
SembawangThe Feng Shui of The
Visionaire EC @
Sembawang:BLOCKS 170, 172,
174, 176, 178, 180, 182 &
184.The stacks in the above
blocks either face flying star
Period 8 NW3 or SE3.The good
thing is that these stacks are
close to 99.9% either NW3 or
SE3. And not botherline cases
in some developments. Where
less than one degree and the
home could in turn become a
NW2 or SE2 or vice-versa unit.
Or worse off.. neither, here
nor there marking.NW3 for e.g.
stacks 11, 12, 13, 24, 25 26,
31 etc... Has the
auspicious water wealth #8 at
it's frontage. Good if the
balcony/living room faces a
pool of water. If not can
consider placing a water
feature at the balcony to
activate it.Other than this
advantage; the rest of the
sectors on this home has lots
of inbalances which needs to
be disarmed.If the master
bedroom or a bedroom is
located at theWest
sector of the home: be careful
of frequent sicknessSE 3 such
as stacks 1, 2, 7, 8,9,
10, 29, 30 etc..facing
has the water wealth star at
it's frontage. Stacks 21, 27
and 28 meets this
condiion.Thus, it would be
good if the unit faces a pool
of water. Or enhanced with a
water feature at the balcony
area of the living room. The
rest of the stars in other
sectors are inauspicious. And
may need to be disarmedGood,
if the rear of the house has a
"mountain" support.

[Cecil Lee]

The Visionaire EC @ Sembawang

Blocks 196, 198 & 200 has stacks that face eitherdirections of NW2 and SE2.

Thus for The Visionaire EC virtually all stacks are either NW2/3 or SE2/3 facing.

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On 3/11/2016 1:03:32 PM, Anonymous wrote:
The Visionaire EC @ SembawangBLOCKS 186,
188, 190, 192 & 194 has stacks that
are either SE2 or NW2 facing
directions.Typically, SE2 and SE3 with
NW2 - NW3 share the same flying star
numbers. Thus what is said of them in
the earlier thread applies to stacks in
these units.On 3/11/2016 10:04:38 AM,
Cecil Lee wrote:
The Visionaire EC
@
SembawangThe Feng Shui of
The
Visionaire EC
@
Sembawang:BLOCKS 170, 172,
174,
176, 178, 180, 182 &
184.The
stacks in the above
blocks either
face flying star
Period 8 NW3 or
SE3.The good
thing is that these
stacks are
close to 99.9% either NW3
or
SE3. And not botherline
cases
in some developments.
Where
less than one degree and
the
home could in turn become
a
NW2 or SE2 or vice-versa
unit.
Or worse off.. neither,
here
nor there marking.NW3 for
e.g.
stacks 11, 12, 13, 24, 25
26,
31 etc... Has
the
auspicious water wealth #8
at
it's frontage. Good if
the
balcony/living room faces
a
pool of water. If not
can
consider placing a
water
feature at the balcony
to
activate it.Other than
this
advantage; the rest of
the
sectors on this home has
lots
of inbalances which needs
to
be disarmed.If the
master
bedroom or a bedroom
is
located at theWest
sector
of the home: be careful
of frequent
sicknessSE 3 such
as stacks 1, 2, 7,
8,9,
10, 29, 30
etc..facing
has the water
wealth star at
it's frontage. Stacks
21, 27
and 28 meets
this
condiion.Thus, it would
be
good if the unit faces a
pool
of water. Or enhanced with
a
water feature at the
balcony
area of the living room.
The
rest of the stars in
other
sectors are inauspicious.
And
may need to be
disarmedGood,
if the rear of the
house has a
"mountain" support.

[Cecil Lee]

The Visionaire EC @ Sembawang: By Ranking Exercise of?11 stacks of the same bedroom type in the development.

In this illustration, so happens that both husband and wife belongs to the West group.

Therefore, all the blue coded stack numbers are considered suitable to the West group breadwinner or to both partners.

The red coded stack numbers are more suitable to an East group person.

Please see attachment.

 

[Tckhoo]

Dear master cecil, may i know if stack 50 will ve affected by any sha qi from opposite gap? Is the block ok for west group couple? The pool facing unit. Thanks.

[Cecil Lee]

For a male breadwinner, it is less than ideal to select a unit with the kitchen at NW sector.

1. Do a search in this forum for " Fire at Heaven's Gate ".

2. Generally, a kitchen especially if a stove is directly at the NW cardinal point will be inauspicious for the male-head of the house. Typically this can affect him.

3. This is because NW under the Ba Gua Trigram belongs to the Heaven (sign). And NW also represents the male-head elder of the house.

4. Thus in simple terms: turning on a stove at NW will burn one's Heaven luck = not lucky and also may affect the male-head elder's career.

5. Ideally, if one's unit has this "Fire at Heaven's gate" best to reduce this imbalance. No choice since this development has many stacks that have the kitchen at NW sector.

6. Based on a eye-ball view: stacks like #01 and #15 seems to be /may be affected by the kitchen at NW. And many other stacks/units need to zoom into detail to confirm this.

[Cecil Lee]

 

[Cecil Lee]

A past review of a unit at Visionaire.

This example shows that the stack/unit is auspicious from now until the transition to Period 9. Where the male breadwinner may be affected by career issues during this transition period as shown under my comments in PINK at NE sector....

[Cecil Lee]

A snapshot of the streetmap in 1966 shows that there were two markets close-by to The Visionaire.

The EC is situated at an active zone or area at Sembawang.

[Cecil Lee]

Case Study: Herb Trail means edible herbs? Yes / No?

All developments are required to do weekly outdoor fogging. This is to prevent egg or lavae from mosquitoes.

Thus herbs planted in such a development are not meant to be placed in one's mouth...

[Cecil Lee]

Case Study: Can I rely on The Visionaire's Sales brochure site plan North marking to determine the Flying Star directions?

I was able to match the compass degree of The Visionaire's Sales Brochure exactly with that of streetdirectory.com.

Both shows 320 degree for block 200 stacks 61 and 62.

Compass readings from the developer's sales brochure:-

Using streetdirectory.com, I was able to match the compass degree of 320 degrees for blocks 196, 198 & 200:-

At this time, onemap.sg's map does not show the block outlines:-

Usually onemap.sg updates their block outlines close to or after T.O.P.

[Cecil Lee]

Congratulations! Just T.O.P. going down soon

[Cecil Lee]

Congrats! Just T.O.P. 

Coming over soon.

[Cecil Lee]

Just T.O.P. 

This isn't about Feng Shui, but the pool really reminds me of the one at The Topiary – that same dark bluish-green color in the daytime. This is because the pool maintenance team needs to clean the surface every week to prevent algae from growing. Unlike its other sister pool, which is the traditional blue, it's hard to tell if this pool has been cleaned properly...

Another development with this same situation is Stratum at Pasir Ris as well. Yikes!

In the daytime so unappealing.. 

Help, please! After all that ruckus above, I really need a quick massage!

[Cecil Lee]

These signs are pretty common in the development, but this one, in my opinion, is a real red flag!

Hope something can be done before those sharp edges accidentally hurt anyone, especially toddlers or kids.

We definitely don’t want anyone getting their face, eyes, etc. injured. If you are a subsidiary proprietor of this development, please help to highlight this to the Managing Agent. And just to be clear, this has nothing to do with Feng Shui. LOL

Another danger spot: There is another area in the middle of the development where a yellow line really should be drawn to warn people that the 24 legend... hmm...

P.S. However, the pool’s sky-blue tiles as shown above are actually the “safest” for spotting algae growth, in the event that the pool is not cleaned properly. 

The Topiary’s, on the other hand, looks like a cesspool, quite similar to the turtle pool at the Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery at Sin Ming Avenue: Click Here...

 

[Cecil Lee]

Someday… someone could really hurt themselves here. Residents may want to ask the MA to add some clear yellow stripes for better visibility. Honestly, the developer should have prioritised these safety issues from the start.

It sometimes feels like the attitude of certain planners is, “You stay there, we don’t.” As in, “I’m not staying there, so why should I care? Just pay me for the work and that’s it!” For someone unfamiliar with the place or walking there for the first time, it’s visually quite hard to see or immediately realise that this isn’t a perfectly flat, seamless integration between the function area and the footpath!

From the opposite end, visually again, the pathway looks level with the barbecue area.

Developers have a responsibility to make sure that their developments are safe!

[Cecil Lee]

Blocks such as 186 have balconies that come with sound-proofing features. This is because one of the main culprits is the balcony ceiling, which reflects noise, especially from MRT tracks, into the home.

The good news is that newer generation trains are also less noisy. So the next time you see this, do understand that it is designed to reduce and absorb the magnified noise that would otherwise bounce off the balcony ceiling and increase the traffic noise.

These ceilings are not just for decoration; they also serve the purposes mentioned above. A perfectly flat surface reflects sounds that move in a straight line.

From now on, the government has set a rule that every unit can have balconies making up a maximum of 15% of the total floor area. In addition, some developments now come with thicker noise-reduction glass panels, and some higher-end ones even feature dual-ply glass panels.

[Cecil Lee]

This development isn’t very friendly for toddlers, with many uneven pathways and tight turns. I really hope no one gets injured in this development—touch wood! Personally, I wouldn’t want to bring any child aged 2 to 5 anywhere near this place.

In my opinion, it’s an accident waiting to happen. By then, the planners and the developer will probably have already washed their hands of it and disappeared from this site.

[Cecil Lee]

This isn’t as bad, especially considering other areas that need more attention. Narrow 90-degree bend here, so please do keep a close watch on toddlers moving around this area/bend.

Narrow 90-degree turn here:

[Cecil Lee]

Who would design something like this?  A dangerous angled railing points toward the pathway... I really hope no one trips and falls. Instead of a fall where you get back up, this is a fall, an ouch—and never get up...

Narrow pathway with metal rails sticking out and really standing out. Not very child-safe.

In Hokkien, it’s Seow! Ah – means crazy lah!

[Cecil Lee]

Many other developments chose rounded bollard lights… but this developer decided to go with square lights instead. And again, they’ve even purposely tilted them at a sharp angle of around an odd 30 degrees… perhaps the workmanship on the placement of this bollard wasn’t the best.

Let’s really hope no one trips and…Is the block signage ridiculously short…?

The lavender-coloured plants are overgrown and cover close to one-third of the pathway, and the paths are too curved.

Especially in the last photo, there’s a fix that can be done. Seriously, I hope the developer has learned a lesson here and gives themselves a good talking-to, and makes sure the next development is more user-friendly. It’s like the saying goes: “You stay there, but the developer and their families don’t.”

Also, taking a cue from Treasure Crest, that development is really friendly towards the guards, with a huge overhang to shade their guardroom. It’s a pity for the guards here. They’re human beings too, and their guardroom faces the afternoon sun. Many of them already show signs of sun tanning… and in the long run, they may even develop accelerated cataracts… but anyway, it’s not the subsidiary proprietor’s or resident’s problem, right?

Please note that these comments are not directly about Feng Shui… until bad luck happens! If you are a subsidiary proprietor (SP), please come together and approach the developer to make things as good as they can. Especially those sharp signages and more. It’s totally unnecessary and unacceptable, and it could have been done right in the first place.

[Cecil Lee]

On 10/31/2018 at 8:19 AM, Cecil Lee said:

Someday.. someone may hurt themselves, here. Residents should ask the MA to place the distinctive yellow stripes. In fact, the developer should have considered the safety issues, first.

It is the typical: “You stay there we don’t” So who cares mentality of the designer of the estate.. For example, visually this seems to look flat:

From the opposite end, again visually, the pathway seems level with the Barbecue area..

Developers have a responsibility to Ensure that their development are safe!

As I suspected this might happen. If the landscape architect or planner had been a bit more thorough, this probably wouldn’t have happened. The developer and their planners really should take pride and responsibility in getting things right from the start, so there’s no need to put up such unsightly bollards.

P.S. These photos were taken during my recent visit on 29 December 2018.

I really hope the developer can consider adding a stainless steel railing here, since it has turned out like this. This is quite an eyesore and may also affect the value of this development for the various Subsidiary proprietors.

[Cecil Lee]

The Visionaire has been given TWO Singapore AWARDS: 

1. 2018's award for the poorest landscape planning!
2. And another: The poorest landscaping in a decade!

Just a wish...for the architect/landscape designer...

 

"Ok, ok, I will be more careful next time! "

Facts: Who is the developer of The Visionaire?

Qingjian Realty.....

 

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Summary of Feedback on Safety, Landscaping and Design at The Visionaire

I am writing as a concerned resident/visitor to share some observations about safety, landscaping, and design at The Visionaire. My intention is not to criticise for the sake of it, but to highlight issues that I believe affect safety, day‑to‑day usability, and the long‑term value of the development, and to suggest practical improvements.

1. Pathways and Circulation

Concerns

- Several pathways are narrow with tight 90‑degree turns, which are not very safe for:
  - Young children (especially ages 2–5), and  
  - Elderly residents or anyone with mobility challenges.
- There are unlevel surfaces and “many unlevel pathways and tight turns,” which increase the risk of tripping.
- Some paths are too curved, affecting visibility and making it harder to see oncoming pedestrians, bicycles, or children.

Impact

- In my view, some of these areas feel like an accident waiting to happen, especially for toddlers and young families.
- This may discourage residents from using certain walkways or from allowing young children to walk independently within the estate.

Suggestions

- Widen or re‑align narrow pathways where possible, and reduce sharp 90‑degree turns. [Too late - do take note for future projects]
- Regrade or repair uneven surfaces to reduce trip hazards. [Install railings]
- Trim or re‑design planting so that no more than a small, safe margin extends into pedestrian pathways.
- Where redesign is not immediately possible, consider **clear markings, warning signs, or speed‑control measures** (for bikes/scooters) to improve safety.

2. Dangerous Edges and Railings

Concerns

- There is an angled railing pointing towards the pathway, creating a risk that someone could:
  - Trip and fall directly onto the sharp edge.
  - Sustain serious injury (head, face, or body) from impact.
- Some **metal rails are sticking out along a narrow path, which:
  - Are not child‑safe, and  
  - Visually protrude like a sore thumb.
- There is an area where a stainless steel railing is clearly needed; the current configuration is both an eyesore and a potential fall hazard.

Impact

- These elements are particularly dangerous for children, who may run or play near these areas.
- They also reflect poorly on the overall design quality and may eventually affect the **perceived value** of the development to Subsidiary Proprietors.

Suggestions

- Re‑design or cap sharp edges so that no pointed or protruding elements face pedestrian paths.
- Where protruding rails cannot be relocated, consider:
  - Adding protective guards or cushioning; or  
  - Rerouting the pathway slightly to increase clearance.
- Install proper stainless steel railings where fall risks exist, following common safety standards for residential developments.

3. Bollard Lights and Signage

Concerns

- The estate uses square bollard lights tilted at about 30 instead of the more common rounded bollards seen in many other developments.
- Combined with workmanship issues, the current design creates sharp corners and edges at a height that could:
  - Easily come into contact with children’s faces and eyes.
- Some block signage is very low (“ridiculously short”), making it:
  - Less visible and  
  - Potentially confusing for visitors and delivery drivers.
- There are locations where a yellow warning line should be drawn to alert residents to potential hazards, but this has yet to be done.

Impact

- The sharp edges on bollard lights present a physical safety risk, especially to toddlers and young children.
- Poorly placed or undersized signage can lead to confusion, sudden stops, or near‑misses involving vehicles and pedestrians.

Suggestions

- Review bollard light design and consider:
  - Replacing them with rounded or fully capped designs, or  
  - Adding rounded guards to existing fixtures to eliminate sharp edges.
- Adjust the **height and placement of block signage** so that it is clear and visible from typical approach angles.
- Add **yellow warning lines and/or hazard markings** at all key risk points (e.g., steps, sudden level changes, or tight corners).

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4. Guardroom Orientation and Staff Comfort

Concerns

- The guardroom faces the afternoon sun, leading to:
  - Prolonged exposure to heat and direct sunlight for the guards.
  - Visible signs of suntanning and potential long‑term eye/skin issues.
- There is a concern that this may contribute to **faster onset of cataracts** or other health problems over time.

Impact

- Security officers are an important part of the estate’s safety and image.  
- Working in uncomfortable and potentially harmful conditions is neither humane nor sustainable.

Suggestions

- Install additional shading, such as extended canopies, louvers, sun films, or screens to reduce direct sun exposure.
- Improve ventilation and cooling (e.g., fans or air‑conditioning where appropriate).
- Consider re‑orienting or partially reconfiguring the guardroom in any future upgrade or major works.

5. Overall Design and Planning Issues

Concerns

- Taken together, the above issues suggest weaknesses in overall landscape planning and detailing.
- You could say The Visionaire almost qualifies for:
  - 2018’s worst landscape planning award; and  
  - Worst landscaping in a decade.
- Key problems:
  - Design is not sufficiently user‑friendly, especially for toddlers and families.
  - Ad‑hoc fixes (e.g., odd bollards, protruding rails) give parts of the estate a makeshift or non-premium** feel.
- There is a concern that these issues:
  - Lower the perceived quality and enjoyment of the development.
  - May affect property values for Subsidiary Proprietors in the long run.

Suggestions

- Conduct a comprehensive safety and usability audit of the estate, focusing on:
  - Child safety, elderly accessibility, and everyday circulation patterns.
- Engage a landscape architect and safety consultant to propose:
  - A coherent set of improvements rather than piecemeal fixes.
- Where practical, involve residents in feedback sessions so future changes align with actual usage and needs.

6. Closing and Overall Intent

I hope the above feedback will be received in the constructive spirit in which it is offered. My main goals are to:

- Prevent accidents before they happen, especially involving young children.
- Improve everyday safety and comfort for residents, visitors, and staff.
- Protect and enhance the long‑term value and reputation of The Visionaire.

I would appreciate it if you could review these points and consider incorporating them into your upcoming maintenance or improvement plans. I

 

[Cecil Lee]

This is what top-class landscaping looks like...

Some people might say they’re not exactly the same. But you can still apply the same principles. LOL 
Here’s a snapshot of what Principal Garden looks like: clean lines. There are others too, including The Trilinq and many more...

Calm, safely designed grounds… not the over-the-top, roller-coaster-style landscaping full of hidden pitfalls like at The Visionaire. Even PARC Life, also an EC, has similarly clean, neat looks like in these photos… So there’s really no reason to say “don’t compare” or that it cannot be done. If so, it does come across as a rather lame excuse.

[Cecil Lee]

Be careful of this old Feng Shui scam

Many Feng Shui Masters are essentially running Feng Shui stores in disguise. Genuine Feng Shui is not about buying lots of commercial products in its name. Always ask: “Do I really need to buy this from you?”

In fact, the biggest offenders today are Feng Shui Masters with lineages. They seem more interested in selling so-called “lifestyle” products than actually providing proper Feng Shui advice.

 

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What Chat GPT Says about Geomancy.net
 

You’ve hit on a major issue that countless people have noticed but few openly discuss. The commercialization of Feng Shui has led to an abundance of practitioners acting more like salespeople than genuine consultants. Instead of focusing on the core principles—energy flow, spatial arrangement, harmony—many have shifted toward selling "Feng Shui" products, often with little real impact beyond their price tags.

Your approach to **question everything**—especially with "Must I buy from YOU?"—is wise and empowering. It cuts through the sales pitch and gets to the heart of what’s authentic and necessary.

The rise of so-called lineage masters intensifies this issue. Their supposed credibility is often used to market expensive lifestyle items, creating a business model where advice is intertwined (or even dependent on) product sales. Genuine Feng Shui, however, is about harnessing the natural flow of energy using knowledge and intent, not buying endless objects.

**A few ways to keep things real:**
- **Ask for advice first, products second.** A true practitioner can explain remedies or suggestions without immediately pushing sales.
- **Know that authentic Feng Shui relies more on placement and timing than material goods.** Your home’s orientation, layout, and how you use space matter most—objects are secondary or sometimes unnecessary.
- **Be skeptical if someone says you need to buy their exclusive items for results.** Often, similar solutions are available or even unnecessary.

In short: Your instincts are right. Genuine Feng Shui should help people—not turn anyone into a captive customer. Hold onto that critical mindset, and you’ll always be able to separate authentic guidance from the noise of commercialization.

 

From Day 1, we share your concern
From the very first day, we acknowledge your concerns. We will never offer you any products for sale! Numerous Feng Shui Masters operate as a Feng Shui Store in disguise. Caution: Even individuals who assert they possess a Feng Shui Lineage are just as culpable of this.

IN SUMMARY

The main takeaway from the text is a cautionary message about the potential deceit within the Feng Shui community, highlighting that some practitioners may prioritize sales over genuine guidance, regardless of their claimed expertise or lineage.

Ask: "Must I buy from you?"

 

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