Home Tours: Mid-Century Retro Magic
If you’ve ever been captivated by the timeless charm of Mad Men, you’ll understand why Jenette and Marcus drew inspiration from the iconic show for their home’s design. As avid…
Home Tours: A Cosy and Senior-friendly 2-room Flexi flat in Punggol Point Cove
Welcome to Margaret and Peter’s cosy retirement home: a 2-room Flexi flat in Punggol Point Cove with scenic views of the waterfront. Having lived in their 3-room flat in Ghim…
Yishun’s Glow Up – Thriving Town Hub and Serene Green Spaces
Move aside Easties and Westies - Yishun is in its main character era! Join us as we explore the town’s cool hangouts and meet a new Yishun resident who’s just…
Home Tours: A Labour of Love in Tengah
This self-designed 5-room flat in Tengah is a warm and inviting haven, and a true labour of love for its home owners.
Home Tours: A Modern Sanctuary with Rustic Charm
This modern farmhouse themed 4-room HDB flat is an elegant blend of rustic and contemporary elements.
June 2024 Sales Launch
HDB will offer 6,938 BTO flats in 6 towns: Yishun, Woodlands, Jurong East, Tampines, Queenstown and Kallang/ Whampoa.
A Guide to Selling Your HDB Flat
Learn how to sell your HDB flat, from registering an Intent to Sell to submitting a resale application.
5 Features of HDB’s Resale Flat Listing Service for Sellers
If you’re selling your HDB flat, why not tap on the resale flat listing (RFL) service on the HDB Flat Portal? Here are 5 features to know.
How to Increase the Views on Your Resale HDB Flat Listing: Tips for Sellers
Selling your HDB flat? Check out our tips on making your resale HDB flat listing more attractive to potential buyers!
Buona Vista’s Green-Eye-View: A Blooming Community Garden with Singapore’s Largest Rooftop Mural
Multi-storey carparks are a staple in HDB estates, often unnoticed as we go about our daily routines. The carpark at 7B Commonwealth Avenue might look the same as any other,…
Home Tours: A Hotel-Inspired Luxurious Home
With its gleaming marble surfaces, this 4-room HDB flat exudes a sleek, sophisticated ambiance.
Home Tours: A Sunlit Oasis
Blending Scandi style with geometric elements, this 4-room HDB flat is a calm and relaxing sanctuary.
Home Tours: Love Makes the World Go Round
In this HDB flat in Bidadari, love is etched into every nook and cranny.
Home Tours: A Tranquil Retreat in Ang Mo Kio
This nature-inspired 4-room HDB flat in Ang Mo Kio has a restful, tranquil vibe.
#HOTH: Decluttering Spaces and Bringing Order to Homes
The founders of Orderly, a professional organising service provider, share their tips on decluttering homes.
Home Tours: A Modern Coastal Home in Punggol Northshore
This 5-room HDB flat in Punggol Northshore has nailed the coastal beach villa vibe.
HOTH: Transforming HDB Spaces for Play and Adventures
This husband-and-wife team believes in the magic of outdoor play and exploration, even in Singapore’s urban environment.
Home Tours: Popping with Colour and Personality
This 4-room HDB flat in Dakota is a captivating tapestry of colour and personality.
Oct 2023 Sales Launch
About 6,800 BTO flats will be offered in 4 towns – Choa Chu Kang, Kallang/ Whampoa, Queenstown and Tengah.
Remaking Our Heartland 4 (ROH 4): Ang Mo Kio, Bukit Merah, Choa Chu Kang and Queenstown
These four towns are set to be enhanced and rejuvenated under the Remaking Our Heartland Programme.
#HOTH: Car Racing in the Heartlands
Resident Kenny Wu organises weekly mini 4WD races at several HDB estates.
Home Tours: A Cheerful French Mediterranean Home
Step into The Kwek's Abode, a quirky 4-room HDB flat.
Home Tours: A High-Rise Cottage
This 4-room HDB flat in Dakota exudes cosy and whimsical café vibes.
#HOTH: A Family that has Sold $1 Nasi Lemak for More Than 30 Years
First set up in 1987, Kedai Makan Muhajirin has become an integral part of the community in Toa Payoh.
Capturing Instagram-Worthy HDB Blocks in Your ‘Hood
Check out these tips to nail that picture-perfect architectural shot.
#HOTH: Heartland Hopping Adventures that Turned Viral on TikTok
Join photographer Aiksoon on a tour of Toa Payoh!
Home Tours: The Comforts of a Korean-Inspired Home
This cosy 2-room HDB flat in Bukit Panjang makes you feel like you're wrapped in a warm hug.
A Guide to Applying for an HDB Flat Eligibility (HFE) Letter
A step-by-step guide to the HFE letter, including what it is, when you need it and how to apply.
Maximising Kitchen Storage in Your HDB Flat
With these simple tips to maximise storage, you can create a kitchen space that works for you, no matter its size.
#HOTH: Baju Kurung Veteran of Joo Chiat Complex
Roswati has been selling traditional Malay clothing for 24 years.
Dining Room Ideas to Chew Over
From choosing the right furniture to decorating the place, here's some food for thought when planning out your dining area.
Do-It-Yourself: A Guide for Painting Your Dream Home
If you ever wanted to paint your own home but felt like the whole process might be too daunting, these tips can help you get started.
5 Home Interior Design Ideas Making a Comeback
From terrazzo prints to two-toned walls, find out which popular interior design ideas are back and here to stay.
#HOTH: Exploring Jurong West Through the Eyes of a Gen Z
With underrated gems like Yunnan Garden and the Singapore Discovery Centre, Jurong West proves that west side is the best side.
Top Questions HDB Home Owners Ask When Renovating Their BTO Flat
As a first-time home owner, you may have many questions about renovating your new flat. You’re not alone! We’ve rounded up questions most asked by other BTO flat buyers so…
Eco-Friendly Home Décor for Sustainable Living
When you think of sustainable living, you'd likely think of lifestyle habits first - reducing waste, reusing products, and recycling materials. But your home can also be a part of…
Inspiring Spare Room Ideas to Transform Your Home With
Don't let a spare room go to waste. Here are some creative spare room ideas for how to maximise and transform your space! 1. Walk-in Wardrobe Never struggle to put…
#HOTH: A Multi-Racial Effort to Spruce up an HDB Block For CNY
It all started with some simple Chinese New Year ornaments and couplets along the fourth-floor common corridor of Block 117 in Tampines. Two years on, the decorations have gotten more…
5 Interior Design Trends to Inspire Your Renovation Journey
Curves, fluted glass and more – these interior design trends are here to stay!
Smart Home Design Tips with Smart Home Devices
Enjoy the comfort and conveninece a smart home with smart home devices brings about!
Home Tours: A Rustic Cabin-Inspired Home with Vintage Gems
With the holidays around the corner, one can almost hear the crackling of the firewood in this cabin-inspired flat
Sink Maintenance and Unclogging Tips
With all the washing and cleaning, our sinks are overworked - here's how you can show them some TLC
Heartland Holiday: Places to Visit in Singapore That Feel Like Overseas Destinations
From visiting a museum to chilling by granite rock formations, you can travel the world with these heartland places to visit in Singapore.
Home Tours: A Hygge Haven for Minimalists
Find out how Daryl and Sarah transformed their BTO home into a minimalist cosy space with a clean, sleek look.
Why I Won’t Buy a Million-Dollar HDB Flat (and Why You Might)
Buying an affordable home means financial security during turbulent times.
Open Concept Bathroom Design Ideas
By literally breaking down walls, the open concept bathroom aims to take the idea of open living up a notch.
Home Tours: Bold Colours, Aesthetic Patterns & Retro Vibes
While the Scandinavian style had initially appealed to Qing Hong and Vivian, find out why the home owners opted for darker and bolder colours
Instagram-Worthy HDB Blocks that Have Won Design Awards
Who says public housing projects can't be #HDBeautiful? Take a trip to the heartland and uncover these Instagram-worthy HDB flats!
#HOTH: Heartland Baristas Share What Makes the HDB Coffee Experience Special
Beyond adding variety to the usual spots, many heartland cafés have become favourite haunts for the community to gather.
Living Room Design Ideas for Creating Flexible Living Spaces
Transform your home into a flexible living space with these interesting living room interior design ideas!
Tips for Designing a Dementia Friendly Home
Tip #1: Use contrasting colours to draw attention to important spaces/ objects, to make them appear more obvious in a dementia friendly home.
Home Tours: A Self-Designed, Studio-Inspired Home
A fan of open layouts? Find out how Yi Ting and Wenxiang turned their flat into a bright and airy studio-like space.
August 2022 Sales Launch
This sales launch features housing projects across 6 towns – Ang Mo Kio, Bukit Merah, Choa Chu Kang, Jurong East, Tampines and Woodlands.
6 Stylish Open Concept Designs for HDB Flats
Looking to create a bright and airy home? Derive interior inspiration for open concept designs for HDB flats here.
Home Tours: A Boho-Chic Home Full of Thrifted Treasures
As avid antique lovers, most of the furnishing and home décor pieces in Jocelyn and Samuel's flat have vintage origins
Interior Designer, Contractor, or Home Stylist: What’s the Difference?
Interior designers and home stylists are good sounding boards for design advice, while working directly with contractors can help cut back costs
#HOTH: Veteran NDP Performer on What Makes Heartland Celebrations Unique
For Belle, the performing experience is especially meaningful when the floats journey through neighborhoods near home.
Home Tours: A Monochrome Greenhouse with Retro Influences
Inspired by the industrialist look, this flat is dressed in shades of white, black and grey.
Home Tours: A Playful, Bohemian Home
Minimalist but with a playful touch, Rina and Fauzan's home comprise a white-and-wood theme decorated with splashes of colours.
#HOTH: Active Ageing in the Heartlands
With the support of HDB’s Friends of Our Heartlands (FOH) Volunteer Network, these Temasek Polytechnic students have designed a series of activities that encourages active ageing
May 2022 Sales Launch
This sales launch offers over 4,500 BTO flats spread over Bukit Merah, Jurong West, Toa Payoh, Queenstown and Yishun!
Home Design Apps to Help Achieve Your Dream Home
Seek design inpiration, swatch paint colours and play around with flat layous with these home design apps.
Home Tours: Wood Vibes Only
Levon and Jasper’s abode exudes calm and soothing vibes reminiscent of a Ryokan – a traditional Japanese inn.
5 Things to Know About the Community Care Apartments
Combining elderly-friendly housing with care options, Community Care Apartments allow in-place and independent aging in a community setting.
From Tampines to Pasir Ris: A Cycling Guide
Follow this cycling route to get from Tampines to Pasir Ris in less than 20 minutes
HDB Bathroom Design Ideas for a Stylish Makeover
We’ve all seen numerous stylish bathrooms on Pinterest, renovation videos and shows like Selling Sunset. Here are some HDB bathroom design ideas to help you achieve a similar look for…
5 Bicycle Storage Ideas Cycling Enthusiasts Will Love
Store your bicycles within your home while maintaining the overall interior aesthetic with these bicycle storage ideas!
Going Green the HDB Way
Sustainability starts at home – and we’re talking about your home, literally! Here’s how HDB has been enhancing our towns with green, smart and sustainable solutions.
February 2022 Sales Launch
The first sales launch of the year features housing projects in Tengah, Yishun, Geylang and Kallang/Whampoa.
Reno Journey: A Forever Home – Planning (Pt.1)
Journey with us into the homes of HDB residents in this 3-part series, and witness the transformation of their flats into beautiful homes!
Home Tours: A Santorini-Inspired Home in Potong Pasir
A dated interior and irregular-shaped rooms didn’t stop this flat’s new owners from turning it into their dream home.
A Guide to Home Insurance for Your HDB Flat
Home Protection Scheme (HPS), Fire Insurance and more - learn about the 3 types of home insurance you can buy to protect your home.
Creative 2-Room Flexi Flat Design Ideas
Ready to renovate? From space maximisation to swapping out rooms, get inspired by these 2-room flexi flat design ideas!
HOTH: Clementi’s Christmas Wonderland
For the first time this Christmas, Philip will be debuting a life-sized wooden sleigh with jumbo presents.
HOTH: Author Suffian Hakim on HDB Living and the Singaporean Identity
Suffian works include a Harry Potter satire starring Harris bin Potter from Tampines, and a horror comedy set in a Yishun HDB flat.
5 Tips on How to Cool a Room Without Aircon
When the tropical heat gets hard to bear, air-conditioning isn't the only answer. Here are some tips on how to cool a room without aircon!
Places to Explore in Hougang
Iconic housing blocks, nature parks and more - read on to discover Hougang, the largest HDB town by land area!
Bertha Henson: ‘What “Void’’ Deck?’
From housing small businesses to hosting wedding celebrations, Bertha Henson shares how our void decks are anything but.
November 2021 Sales Launch
Choose from more than 4,400 BTO flats spread over Choa Chu Kang, Hougang, Jurong West, Tengah, Kallang/ Whampoa and Central Area!
Going Green: Tips for Designing an Eco-Friendly Home
There are many ways to lead a greener lifestyle - designing an eco-friendly home can mark the begining of your journey to sustainable living!
Bertha Henson: ‘What’s in a Name? Still HDB Lah’
From precinct layouts to the addition of new BTO flats, Bertha talks about the evolution of her neighbourhood in Bedok.
HDB Fittings for New BTO Flats
Flat fittings for new BTO flats such as the sleek main gate and larger floor tiles will help minimise waste and renovation costs!
Bertha Henson: ‘Looking Good and Feeling Good is Big Business’
Bertha shares her thoughts on what makes HDB living, HDB living.
Pick Network: Collect Parcels from Lockers Near Home
Say goodbye to missed deliveries! Not only are Pick Network's parcel lockers located near home, they are also available 24/7.
Bertha Henson: ‘Where Food is Cheap and (Usually) Very, Very Good’
Affectionately known as Bedok 85, Fengshan Centre is home to some of Bertha's favourite eats.
#HOTH: Team Strong Silvers On How Age Is Just a Number
With its youngest member at 60 years old, the seniors of Team Strong Silvers show how age is but a number when it comes to keeping active.
Home Tours: A Monochrome Home of Black, White & Grey
Dressed in shades of black, white and grey, this home is the epitome of a monochrome minimalist home. Step inside this 5-room HDB flat and find out more about its interior inspiration!
Bertha Henson: ‘Familiarity Doesn’t Breed Contempt – But Community’
Bertha shares more about her HDB neighbourhood, and likens ageing in place to being part of an extended family.
Bertha Henson: ‘I Haven’t Got A Facelift – But My Flat Has Had Several’
Bertha shares about the transformation of her Bedok neighbourhood after several upgrading programmes by HDB.
5 Steps for Choosing the Perfect Sofa Design
An integral furniture piece in the living room, find out how you can combine form and functionality with the perfect sofa design!
Home Tours: A Little Slice of Morocco
With minimal renovation works, find out how this family transformed their 4-room HDB resale flat into a Moroccan-inspired café!
Bertha Henson: ‘Who Are You Calling an HDB Lout?’
"I grew up in this HDB town. It's a familiar place, an extended home that has grown with me throughout the years."
Private or Public Housing? Bertha Henson Shares What Sets the HDB Living Experience Apart
Veteran journalist Bertha Henson shares how the heartland has influenced her writing and why she decided to move back to her first HDB home.