Pinery Residences - Which units are lucky?

[Cecil Lee]

The showflat is expected to open on either 14th March or 28th March 2026.

Project Highlights:
596 residential units directly linked to Tampines West MRT
Target TOP Q2 2030
113,000 sqft of integrated retail mall space
Within 1KM of St. Hilda’s Primary School
Attractive land cost: Only $1,004 psf ppr for an integrated lifestyle development with MRT and mall connectivity

[Cecil Lee]

[Cecil Lee]

Is the Sales Brochure Useful?

Introduction: For brand new just launched developments, there is no physical site to visit the completed buildings and apartments. 

1. The only thing we can do is to visit the show room (which often is close-by to the site) as well as obtain a sales brochure and see the mock-up of the development. As well as try to ask questions from the sales agent (if any).

1.1. We must still try to gather as much information as we can.

2. Summary of Case Studies in this article.

If the information is overwhelming. Pick and choose selective articles...

1A & B: Common Rubbish Bin
2A & B: Interior unit Dry Walls
3: Fire at Heaven's Gate
4: Sha Qi or Poison Arrows from Club-house roof-lines
5: 3 Panel Sliding Doors at the Balcony
6: Drainage at the Balcony
7: Air-con Ledges
8: Mixed Developments + Cooling Towers
9: Termite infestations
10: Coffee-shop below or near to unit
11: Water tank at roof-top
12: Lamp Posts, Pillars, Tree Trunks
13: Spice Garden in an EC/condo
14: EC/condo Clubhouse
15A & B: Pneumatic Waste Collection System
16: Look closely at the development's scale model for clues
17: Buying a Mixed development apartment
18: Survey or study facilities surrounding the development
19: Pump Room below a unit
20: Seven Commandments of Stove Placement
21: Is there a potential poison arrow from the neighbours?
22: Should I be concerned with a near-by temple, church, mosque &/or elder care?
23: Is the compass marking on the Sales Brochure accurate?
24: Sites reserved for Schools?
25: Doors face each other? [Main Door/Bedrooms]
26: Unit numbers with 4, 44 or 444 Okay?
27: Stove or sink or WC at the Centre of the house?

3. It is always an excellent idea to spent some time to scrutinise a prospective sales brochure of our potential buy (purchase).

4. Recently, more and more clients have discovered to their shock (horror) that the least expected was the location of the central rubbish bin outside their unit.

5. A year ago; many had purchased a premium unit within the development .. and later shocked to learn that the central rubbish chute (for their entire floor) is just next to their main door!

6. Thus the morale of the story is to check first before signing on the dotted line.

7. In general, most developments have these:-

8.1. A central rubbish collection centre / rubbish bin collection point

8.2. Power Sub-station. Every development usually has one or more of these depending on the size of the development.

8.3. Design of club-house roof-lines / trellis / gazebo / pavilion. Are the designs a "threat" e.g. with spikes or like a razor's edge? Usually these are aimed towards lower storeys.

8.4. Any poison arrows in the form of a sharp corner of another block of neighbouring stack aimed towards one's balcony (hard to cure) or towards one's windows (if any)

8.5. Location of areas like BBQ pits and any impact e.g. the smell from these pits towards a unit.. especially low storeys such as #01  or #02 first or second storeys

8.6. Any tree trunk aimed towards a lower unit e.g. #01 or #02. Unfortunately it may be too late; especially if the development is under construction.

9. There are lots more considerations...  

9.1. Do remember "Read in-between" the lines..

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[Cecil Lee]

"I always make sure I understand what a place means before I buy, invest, or stay there." - Master Cecil Lee

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What is the meaning of Pinery?

"Pinery" can refer to either a pineapple plantation (hothouse or area where pineapples are grown) or a forest of pine trees. The word is also used to identify specific places, such as Pinery Provincial Park in Ontario, Canada, or The Pinery, Colorado, a census-designated community.

Wow! Pineapples are really meaningful for us Chinese. Even when we first get our keys, many people will symbolically toss in a pineapple for good luck! However, if “Pinery” is taken with the other meaning… good luck! Developers, make sure you plant a grove of pine trees in the estate. LOL

[Cecil Lee]

It’s my first time seeing so many identical ads on Facebook for a new launch all on the same day… Many agencies and agents are hedging their bet on this development. LOL

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I understand that in the recent past, many first owners and sellers of units at Treasure at Tampines have made a nice profit. Some speculators might also see similar potential in Pinery Residences. In contrast, the resale prices at Dairy Farm Residences haven’t shown as much profit, if any at all. This isn’t about Feng Shui. It’s really about how appealing these homes are, especially to upgraders living in and around Bedok, Bedok Reservoir, Simei, and Tampines itself. 
Please do not rely solely on the above comments. You are strongly advised to conduct your own due diligence, as no liability or responsibility is assumed for any decisions made based on this information. - Master Cecil Lee, 29th January 2026.

[Cecil Lee]

What is the meaning of pinery?

[Cecil Lee]

Pinery Residences at a Glance – The Plot of Land

Can you spot the iconic Tampines Round Market at the 11 o’clock position in the photo?

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The block of flats surrounding the Tampines Round Market was ground zero for the first phase of HDB flats in Tampines, from Blocks 101 to 117.

 

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The first phase of HDB flats and development in Tampines Estate

 

[Cecil Lee]

If I’m planning to stay in a place, I’ll always try to understand the meaning of my potential new home. LOL

A pinery refers to either a grove or forest of pine trees (a pinetum) or, less commonly, a hothouse or plantation where pineapples are grown, reflecting its origin from the word "pine". It's a place for pine trees or pineapple cultivation, often used in historical contexts for tropical fruit growing.
Two Main Meanings:
Pine Tree Area: A woodland, grove, or forest consisting of pine trees, sometimes cultivated for timber.
Pineapple Cultivation: A greenhouse or dedicated area, often tropical, for growing pineapples.
Examples in Use: 
"The botanical garden featured a diverse pinery with species from around the world".
"The tropical pinery allowed pineapples to be grown in cooler climates".

 

[Cecil Lee]

Trees are a vital element in Feng Shui

1. In general, trees are commonly esteemed as a vital element in Feng Shui, as they have the ability to attract birds.

 

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[Above] Credit: Meta AI's interpretation of birds on trees

2. Nevertheless, I have frequently observed numerous birds congregating in a cluster of trees during the evenings, and their calls can be quite intense. This is an experience I had many years ago, particularly near the well-known Old Airport Market and Food Centre.

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Bird droppings can transmit diseases.

Based on 

[Above] Bird Dropping as imagined by Meta AI

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2.1. Furthermore, during my morning walks through the area, I often noticed a significant amount of bird droppings. Upon seeing this, I instinctively hold my breath, fearing the possibility of contracting bird flu or similar illnesses.

[Cecil Lee]

Pinery Residences Site Map

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WHICH UNITS ARE LUCKY?

Part 1: How is the luck of the Internal Feng Shui of this unit? [35 marks]
Part 2: External Feng Shui luck? [35 marks]
Part 3: How suitable is the unit - Frontage, Kitchen & Main Bedroom? [30 marks]
 

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Depends on the Internal Layout & Sectors - How Lucky?

There are only two facing directions for this development: N2 or S2

Good, Better, Best!

 

N2= Very Lucky. Frontage has the auspicious double #9's.

 

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The Rest!

  S2 = Less Lucky as wealth luck [Double 9's] wasted at the rear.

 

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But also need to review/consider the individual Internal Layout Plan 
& this is just part of the many considerations in a home purchase.
However the above does not take into consideration things like:
Kitchen/Stove at Inauspicious Fire @ Heaven's Gate
or Poison arrow aimed towards the unit, proximity to common bin etc..

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Location, location, location?

Sha Qi? Poison Arrow? 

Watch Your Front, Sides & Back!

 

 

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POOR SCORE? THESE ARE SOME CONCERNS:

Sha Qi or Poison arrow(s) from Sharp Corner(s)
天斩煞 (tiān zhǎn shà) = Tian Zhan Sha etc...

 

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How Suitable to breadwinner?

Please note that has yet to take into consideration:
1. How suitable is the unit to the main breadwinner &
2. External Shapes and Forms of the unit

TOTAL SCORE = 35 + 35 + 30 = 100%


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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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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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