Rare Forest Edge Luxury Apartment Botanika Prime District 10 Market 8 Mil
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According to Sueann Lye, senior associate vice president of List Sotheby’s International Realty, Botanika is a boutique condominium with 34 units situated along Holland Road. It is a rare development in Singapore that has the unique advantage of overlooking a lush forested area next to the renowned Singapore Botanic Gardens.
Lye assisted the current owners of a 2,196 sq ft, two-bedroom duplex in acquiring their dream home at Botanika a decade ago. She recalls how they had been on an extensive search for an apartment with unobstructed greenery views, and were elated when they found this unit. They purchased it for $4.725 million ($2,152 psf) in 2015, from the previous owner who had bought it in 2010 for $5.05 million ($2,300 psf).
Developed by Tuan Sing Holdings and designed by SCDA Architects, Botanika is a freehold luxury condominium in the prime District 10 area. It was launched in June 2006 and completed in 2008.
Upon purchase, the owners enlisted Antonio Eraso, founder of WeCraft, a multi-disciplinary design firm, to oversee the renovation of their duplex. He completely transformed the space to create a bespoke home, incorporating high-end finishes and custom features. The kitchen was upgraded with Italian handcrafted cabinetry and marble, and the living room was opened up to create a seamless connection with the forest views. The original spiral staircase was refinished with a copper base and oak steps, adding a touch of elegance to the space. Upstairs, two bedrooms were combined to create an expansive master suite with a balcony overlooking the greenery. The entire home was fitted with a Lutron lighting and home automation system for added convenience.
Eraso estimates that the renovation cost around $1.5 million, and the owners spared no expense in creating their dream home. The apartment has been meticulously maintained and recent updates include replacing the air-conditioning ducting and polishing the wooden floors. The furniture alone, which was hand-picked and reflects European artisanal craftsmanship, is valued at over $500,000.
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The owners have now put the property up for sale and have enlisted Eraso to stage the apartment with the designer furnishings included. It is listed for $8 million ($3,643 psf), reflecting its scarcity in the highly competitive District 10 market. Across the road, a unit at the newly completed One Holland Village Residences broke the record for psf price in February, selling for $4.68 million ($3,781 psf).
According to Lye, the Botanika duplex is perfect for a discerning buyer who appreciates privacy, quality finishes, and serene greenery views. It is ideal for someone who wants to move in immediately with just their luggage. Botanika was the first uncompleted luxury apartment project in Singapore to be sold at an international auction 18 years ago. It remains a highly sought-after development, with a majority of buyers being Singaporeans and permanent residents. The last recorded transaction was in February this year, with a 1,098 sq ft unit selling for $2.6 million ($2,368 psf).