Fengshui Review: The Lilium at Serangoon (TOP)
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Located in Serangoon, District 19 (D19), The Lilium is a luxury freehold condominium that has obtained TOP (temporary occupation permit). While response was lacklustre during its initial launch, this private property offers convenience and privacy – within walking distance to Bartley MRT station in a private estate enclave.
From a fengshui perspective, the squarish site layout at first glance looks promising. So, let’s explore further to see if The Lilium passes our fengshui assessment. Read on!
The Lilium: Landform fengshui
Located at Sun How Road in Serangoon, The Lilium is located in District 19 (D19) – a popular residential area in the northeastern region of Singapore. This TOP luxury condominium sits on the Eastern Dragon with the fengshui formation of “Lone Phoenix Heading for the Sun”.
Contrary to the Chinese name of Serangoon that translates as “dragon mound”, it is actually a Phoenix Land in the fengshui context. The red and slightly sticky soil of this area denotes powerful energies that make Serangoon an ideal place for residence. The Phoenix Land is capable of grooming talented females, and this is especially timely in the upcoming fengshui Period 9 that indicates rising power for middle-aged women.
Males can also benefit from the fengshui formation of “Lone Phoenix Heading for the Sun”, which influences one to be courageous and meticulous at the same time. Serangoon is relatively large, and it comprises five fengshui formation that are namely, “White Crane Spreading its Wings”, “Transporting Cart of Gold and Jade”, “Imperial Scholar Perusing a Scroll”, Golden Fowl Perched on Lotus” and “Chipped Ingot on Floor”.
The Lilium is in the vicinity of Serangoon Central – believed to be a land of prestige – that reflects the fengshui formation of “White Crane Spreading its Wings”. The graceful and independent white cranes symbolise longevity and are beneficial for career development.
Therefore, residents who are ambitious shall stand out from the crowd and make great achievements. Industries that are suitable for this area include design, advertising, furniture and information, etc.
Under the positive influences of the white cranes, overseas expansion of businesses shall also be feasible. As cranes are considered to be rare and precious, residents in this area are recommended to expand their family for greater fortune.
Internal fengshui considerations
When choosing your ideal fengshui unit, keep in mind that the main orientation of a house will directly influence the overall luck of its residents. The house orientation refers to the facing of your house, which can be measured from the main entrance where qi flows in.
The Lilium comprises 80 units in two 5-storey blocks in a squarish layout, which is considered favourable in fengshui. The freehold luxury condominium also boasts units that face North/Northwest or South/Southeast, which is another plus point.
North/Northwest facing units
Block 31 – 03, 04, 05, 06
Block 33 – 09, 10, 15, 16
South/Southeast facing units
Block 31 – 01, 02, 07, 08
Block 33 – 11, 12, 13, 14
Here’s why: Based on fengshui analysis, North and South are the most auspicious directions in the upcoming Period 9 and Period 1 (years 2024 – 2063), and Northwest and Southeast are the second most auspicious directions.
Hence, choosing a unit that faces either of these directions or lies at the border of these directions can help you and your household members to tap on the positive energies. Nonetheless, do take note that there is no fixed lucky direction that caters to everyone.
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Exterior fengshui considerations
As one’s external environment accounts for more than interior considerations, it is important to consider features of the surrounding space when selecting a new home.
Despite its proximity to Bartley MRT station (~5 minutes walk) and elite schools, The Lilium is nestled within a serene private (low rise) estate enclave, which implies reduced risks of fengshui conflicts, as compared to private developments that are surrounded by high rise buildings.
A key feature of The Lilium is the lily ponds within the development, which explains its name. This plant symbolises gratitude and contentment, and plays a part in enhancing calm and tranquillity. In Chinese culture, the lily plant carries connotations with fertility luck, which could be a plus point for newlyweds or young families looking to expand their family.
In fengshui, specific plants can help to avert negative energies or provide a positive influence. However, there are careful considerations to be made in terms of the type of plants, location, proportion in comparison to the development, proximity to living spaces, etc.
The inner stacks 3, 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 13, 14 surrounding the lap pool and kids’ pool provide easy accessibility but one can also expect noise, especially for those at the ground level. For those who prefer a quieter living space, you may want to consider the outlying stacks.
Those who are residing or plan to purchase units in stacks 2, 3, 14 or 15 can expect traffic noises (sound sha) from the Upper Paya Lebar road but this can be easily rectified by soundproofing your home.
Did you know?
Events and happenings within a space create energy vibrations that can either be positive or negative. These are not limited to indoor spaces, but could also be infused into the estate that you plan to live in. Hence, it makes sense to understand the history of your to-be neighbourhood, especially recent happenings that could leave traces of remnant energies.
Prior to selecting your house or flat, take a walk in the estate and take note of the features of surrounding buildings that may harbour threats of negative influences or hinder ventilation within your home. The main idea is to garner and ensure the smooth flow of positive Qi (energy) within your new home while avoiding Sha Qi (negative energies).
Sha Qi in the environment surrounding your home can manifest into loss of wealth, accidents, and sickness. If there are sharp edges pointed towards your potential home, then it is best to consider another unit or seek advice from a professional fengshui practitioner.
Some common obstructive landforms include sharp corners of nearby buildings, T-junctions, expressways, train stations, construction sites, etc. as well as buildings (i.e. bridges or subway tracks ) that are built too near to your block and create oppression.
Which fengshui units to choose?
As with most things in life, getting it right from the start will save you lots of effort. More than just the correct placement of furniture or avoiding certain colours, home fengshui looks into compatibility amongst the homeowners and your living spaces.
At a quick glance, The Lilium ticks several fengshui criteria in terms of its favourable orientation, squarish form and layout and few obstructive landforms. However, further in-depth analysis is required to determine the suitability of a unit to its homeower(s).
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