Strange Building
I spotted this strange building in Chinatown. I wonder about its origins and age. It appears to be a restored building and could well be new.
In terms of architectural tradition, I can't place it. It appears to be a mish-mash of several styles. Weird.
Addendum
I did a little reading. This apartment building was designed and built in 1925 by Frank Wilim Brewer (1886-1971). The style is described as 'Chinese eclectic style with a dash of Charles Rennie Mackintosh thrown in for good measure.'* Brewer had apparently designed quite a number of buildings here.
I found the information in 'Black and White: The Singapore House 1898-1925' by Julian Davison. An excellent and fascinating volume.
*Direct quote from the book.
"Open the window
Jump on the roof
Danger can come
From everywhere
My skin is damp,
I'm shivering
Am I scared or am I cold
The tension rises"
'Commando Mix' Front 242
3 comments:
eh. that's an interesting building. isit a shop or something?
For a moment, I thought it was something which came out of 'Spirted Away'...
There is a shop on the ground level. It appears to be an apartment block. I am not sure.
Yes, it does have a fantastical look to it.
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