Cairnhill 16 is an upcoming residential development is the located in the Prime District 9, Core Central Region of the island. The site is situated along Cairnhill Rise and bounded by ONE TWO SIX Cairnhill Arts Centre and private residential developments, The Vermont Cairnhill, Casa Novacrest and Cityvista Residences. It is also opposite of The Peak @ Cairnhill II along Cairnhill Rise. Located in one of Singapore’s most prime residential district and also close to the Orchard Shopping Belt and Mount Elizabeth Hospital, this luxurious residential apartment’s site had once belonged to Cairnhill Heights. Cairnhill Heights was built in the 1990s and comprised of 19 apartment units.
The land plot was successfully acquired by a TSky Development, a joint venture company between both Singapore listed companies, Tiong Seng and Ocean Sky through a collective sale exercise in 2018. The joint venture had also acquired another land parcel in the prime Balmoral Road in 2017. The freehold site of Cairnhill 16 occupies approximately 1,413.4 square metres with a gross plot ratio of 2.8. Future residents can expect the conveniences yet the tranquility of its surroundings away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Cairnhill 16 is scheduled to be completed in July 2022. Upon completion, it will comprise a single tower of 15 storeys high residential block. There will be a total of 39 residential units with 13 units of 2 bedroom type which are sized at 72 square metres, 13 units of 3 bedroom type which are sized at 98 square metres, 9 units of 3 bedroom plus study type which are sized at 120 square metres and 4 units of 4 bedroom type which are sized at 162 square metres.
The communal facilities at Cairnhill 16 include gym, Jacuzzi garden, Hanging Lounger, 20 metres lap pool, aqua deck, pool deck, feature pavilion, kid’s pool, stone bench, BBQ Pavilion, Teppanyaki Pavilion, lawn area, water jets, reading lounge, fitness terrace and terrace planter. The total number of parking lots available will be 39 lots which mean that each unit will be provisioned to 1 lot.
Other developments that are located within Cairnhill 16’s vicinity include The Peak @ Cairnhill I, Cairnhill Nine, 8 Hullet, 111 Emerald Hill, Waterscape @ Cavenagh, Hijauan, Sophia Hills, Liv On Wilkie, The Scotts Tower and also The Orchard Residences.
Cairnhill district is named after the man who had built the first housing in that neighbourhood in year 1848 i.e. Charles Carnie. Charles Carnie was an nutmeg plantation owner where his plantation was resided on a hill that is close to the area of Orchard Road. On the hill where he built subsequently become to be known as Carnie’s Hill. Then it was in 1884 when his house was torn down and redeveloped to become the bungalow belonging to a manager that worked in a bank. Soon after, this area had attracted numerous notable and wealthy families who constructed large terrace houses and mansions which some of them still exist till today.
The Cairnhill’s story began enough strangely with nutmeg and through time is a place of gracious living. It was then in the 1840 that the colonial government had offered the land to the ambitious European businessmen to development plantations there. The plantation of Charles Carnie at that time had almost 4000 nutmeg trees in that area which became known to the locales as Carnie’s Hill which gotten its name from his home that was on the hill. His private carriageway that led to his home thus had evolved to today’s Cairnhill.
During the 1900s, the Cairnhill area had become a choice suburb for not just the Europeans but also the wealthy Asians – the Arabs, the Indians, the Jews as well as the Chinese who had made their fortunes from property and trade. Prominent residents of Cairnhill included Mr Tan Kah Kee, the philanthropist a rubber tycoon as well as Mr Tan Chin Tuan, an eminent banker during his time. Progressively, another group of residents joined these wealthy people which are the architects, lawyers, principally doctors and the professionals. This professional group had brought the cosmopolitan flavor to the Cairnhill area. Today, this area still remains its mark of being one of the most prestigious residential addresses in Singapore.
Today, Cairnhill is still homes for those who are at the top. The Cairnhill address is a location that represents style and luxury and it is above the heartbeat of the cosmopolitan. The area bears a heritage of prominence, wealth and prestige in the rich history of Singapore. Cairnhill 16 features not only just luxurious living, it is luxurious living that is as unique as one can be. It is also the start of the brand new journey in life. It is not just an address but an address that represent who one is and how one lives.
For the privileged few, this development will be a legacy. Cairnhill 16 is for those who are looking for the exceptional, the exclusive and the rare. Future residents of Cairnhill 16 will be taking pride in their home ownership, understanding that the development’s freehold tenure is very rare in this nation that is land-scarce. The limited units that are exclusive in only 1 iconic single tower not only bring up its allure but also provide serenity and privacy to its residents. By being a nature urban oasis that is distinctive, Cairnhill 16’s vision is be able to create a new living experience not like others but a tropical beauty eden that is in the centre of the Orchard Road area.
At Cairnhill 16 where lifestyle meets life, it will be a place of privilege. Cosmopolitan, stylish and smart, this will be an address that will bring its future residents the most choices of entertainment of the city as well as the most luxurious international retail brands and the finest departmental stores. This will be the place where lifestyle meets life in the Orchard Road area, a neighbourhood of prestige which has a long standing reputation for symbol of elegance uncompromised.
With a prestige locality right at the city centre’s core and right in the core of the Orchard Road as well as just walking distances to three MRT stations, this development heighten urban living to exceptional levels. Cairnhill 16 will represent the top of city living and is also close to the Singapore Botanic Gardens which is bestowed as one the World Hertiage sites of UNESCO. The development is also near to the world-class and renowned medical hub which comprises of the Paragon Medical Centre and the Mount Elizabeth Medical Centre. The development is also served well by a comprehensive transportation network. Cairnhill 16 is easily linked to the Marina Bay, the Central Business District, the upcoming Greater Southern Waterfront and all the way right to the Changi International Airport.
Sculptural and sleek, Cairnhill 16 elevates above the cosmopolitan just like a contemporary masterpiece of exquisite. The cool hues and clean lines of the curtain wall fronting divergences stylishly with the warm surfaces of timber toned to form a modernist geometric architecture design to bring out the most sophisticated tastes.
At Cairnhill 16, residents will be able to escape to their own private worlds where canopies that are leafy will create a sanctuary of luxury amongst the natural sublime landscaping. Outlined by the lush flora and the tropical outdoor decking, the lap pool which is 20 metres long exude the sophistication of the designer resorts. Together with the Jacuzzi pool’s rejuvenating bliss which is surrounded by all the lushness, it awaits for the residents’ discoveries.
Future residents will be able to revel in the nature’s splendor. Just next to the children’s pool will be a pavilion that is sculptured artistically which will wrap around an remarkable featured tree that will elevate from the surrounding greens. The kids and also young at heart will be delighted to be on the play zone’s suspended rope where they will be able to come nearer in the appreciation of nature’s beauty.
The dining experience at sky-high that rises above the cosmopolitan offers sweeping views that are panoramic where private parties or special occasions at the rooftop terrace will turn into memorable evenings. Situated at Cairnhill 16’s crown will be 2 dining pavilions that will be located in a garden tapestry which has both water features and tranquil greenery. These dining pavilions are great to host a remarkable even right beneath the stars and with the breathtaking backdrop of the city, it will be an even that the host will be proud of.
Every apartment unit is designed luxuriously to maximize space. The dining and living areas are just side by side and can be interchanged to suit the residents’ personal preferences. Each of the residence will be expressed thoughtfully with its high ceiling height to frame the spectacular views, with a few selected ones that offer rising ceiling heights that span to 4.2 metres as well as balcony screenings that are movable.
At Cairnhill 16, residents will be able to surround themselves with the extravagance refinement. There will be curtain walls that wrap round each master bedroom for wide-angled column-free city views and beyond. Each bathroom at the residences is decorated with sanitary fittings of rose-gold colour. The 4 bedroom units which are lavishly designed also include the steam room as well as smart water closet in the en-suite bathrooms for each of the bedroom and also the master bathroom.
The development also comes with private life which will enhance exclusivity and at the same time ensures security and privacy for all its discerned residents. The development’s concierge which is exclusive for the esteemed residents will also help to meet each resident request, from management services arrangement, transportation booking, making reservations for dining and many more.
TSky belongs to joint venture of 2 local firms i.e. Tiong Seng, via Yuan Ching Development which is a unit that is fully owned, and Ocean Sky via Artic Sky Investment, its subsidiary. Tiong Seng has 60% ownership while Ocean Sky has the remaining 40%. TSky latest upscale project include the upcoming Sloane Residences
Tiong Seng was founded 1959 which it first was in the construction sector. Subsequently the company had moved into the civil engineering sector. The company has contributed to the infrastructural development of Singapore involving in construction roads, bridges and expressways such as the Central Expressway and the Pan Island Expressway.
As the company grew, it involved in projects of larger scale like condominiums, HDB flats, schools and also commercial developments such as One Marina Boulevard, Parkroyal Hotel Pickering and Marina Bay Financial Centre.
During the process, the company morphed into contractor which offers turnkey and design. It was in 1985 when the company started property development with venture in China’s Xiamen which coincided with rapid development and liberalization of economy of China which helped the company’s operations in real estate with projects in Yangzhou, Suzhou and Tianjin.
The company was listed on the Stock Exchange of Singapore in 2010. Currently, the company is a niche operator for developing residential and commercial projects in these 3 cities. Some of the projects include Suzhou’s Tranquility Residences, Tianjin’s The Equinox and Eco-City and Yangzhou’s Sunny International.
Ocean Sky, an investment holding firm, has operations in civil engineering, construction as well as real estate management, development and investment. Through Ang Tong Seng Brothers Private Limited, its subsidiary that is of wholly owned, it has involvements in construction and civil engineering business. The company also has real estate developments businesses in Cambodia and Singapore.
Supermarket Paragon Market Place – 0.5km Fairprice (Scotts Square) – 0.6km Sheng Siong (New World Centre) – 2.2km Giant (Suntec City) – 2.7km
Shopping Mall Far East Plaza – 0.5km The Paragon – 0.6km T Galleria – 0.6km Scotts Square – 0.6km Lucky Plaza – 0.6km Knightsbridge – 0.6km The Heeran – 0.7km Tang Plaza – 0.7km Pacific Plaza – 0.7km Shaw Centre – 0.7km
Preschool Newton Kindergarten – 0.7km Far Eastern Kindergarten – 0.8km Thomson Road Baptist Kindergarten – 1.0km MFC Kindergarten (Newton) – 1.1km NAFA Arts Kindergarten (Derbyshire) – 1.1km Little Woods Montessori Preschool – 1.2km GUG The Kindergarten – 1.2km Barker Road Methodist Church Kindergarten – 1.3km Little Hands Montessori Kindergarten – 1.3km Little Raindrops Montessori Pre-School – 1.3km
Primary School Anglo Chinese Junior School – 0.4km Saint Margaret’s Primary School – 1.1km Anglo Chinese Primary School – 1.2km Saint Joseph’s Institution Junior School – 1.3km River Valley Primary School – 1.6km Singapore Chinese Girls’ Primary School – 1.8km
Secondary School Anglo Chinese School (Barker Road) – 1.2km School of The Arts (SOTA) – 1.6km Singapore Chinese Girls’ Secondary School – 1.8km Saint Joseph’s Institution – 2.0km
Junior College Catholic Junior College – 1.8km
Tertiary The University of Chicago Booth School of Business – 1.3km Laselle College of The Arts – 1.6km Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts – 1.8km
International School Chatsworth International School (Orchard Campus) – 0.6km Etonhouse International Pre-School (Claymore) – 0.9km Swedish Supplementary Education School – 0.9km ISS International School (Elementary & Middle School Campus) – 1.1km Italian Supplementary School – 1.2km Dimension International College (City Campus) – 1.5km Chinese International School – 1.6km
Food Centre Newton Food Centre – 0.4km Tekka Market – 1.4km Pek Kio Market and Food Centre – 1.6km Zion Riverside Food Centre – 2.0km Albert Centre Market and Food Centre – 2.0km
Lifestyle Tanglin Club – 0.6km The American Club – 0.7km The French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore – 0.9km The Pines Club – 1.2km Stardus Clubhouse – 1.5km Legends – 1.6km Singapore Polo Club – 1.7km Singapore Indian Fine Arts Society – 1.8km Home TeamNS – UE Square Club House – 1.9km
Highlights of Cairnhill 16
Transport Network Cairnhill 16 is conveniently located just approximately 500 m away from the Newton MRT Interchange Station. The interchange station operates both the MRT North South Line and also the newly MRT Downtown Line. From Newton MRT Interchange Station, future residents just need to travel 3 stations at the MRT North South Line in the direction of Marine South Pier MRT Station to arrive at the Dhoby Ghaut MRT Interchange Station where they could easily transit to the MRT Circle Line as well as the MRT North East Line. In the same direction, the City Hall MRT Interchange Station is also just 4 stations away and the Raffles Place MRT Interchange is also just 5 stations away. Both these interchange stations also operates the MRT East West Line.
For drivers, the Central Business District is just approximately 10 minutes’ drive away. The development is just next to the Central Expressway (CTE) where it can easily linked future residents to the Pan Island Expressway (PIE), the Seletar Expressway (SLE) as well as the Ayer Rajah Expressway (AYE).
Amenities When it comes to shopping, dining and leisure amenities, future residents can just take a short stroll down to the Orchard Shopping Belt which is just right next door. The 2.2km stretch is every shopper’s paradise for retail therapy. It comprises of iconic shopping establishments, restaurants and hotels with retail giving future residents a wide selection of dining and entertainment options. It also houses fashion favourites, specialist stores and many lifestyle selections.
Schools For families with school going children, Cairnhill 16 is close to Anglo Chinese Junior School, Saint Margaret’s Primary School, Anglo Chinese Primary School, Saint Joseph’s Institution Junior School, River Valley Primary School, Singapore Chinese Girls’ Primary School, Anglo Chinese School (Barker Road), School of The Arts (SOTA), Singapore Chinese Girls’ Secondary School, Saint Joseph’s Institution and Catholic Junior College.
It is also close to many international schools such as Chatsworth International School (Orchard Campus), Swedish Supplementary Education School, ISS International School (Elementary & Middle School Campus), Italian Supplementary School, Dimension International College (City Campus) and Chinese International School.
To summarize,
Serenity – It is located in the quiet private residential enclave.
Prime – It is located in the prestige district 9.
Locality – It is just walking distance to Newton MRT Station
Accessible – It is minutes to the CBD and Orchard.
Good Schools – It is surrounded by some of the most renowned schools in Singapore.
Cairnhill 16 Factsheet
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