The Luma is located at River Valley Road, a stone’s throw away from The Latitude. But its design is unlike that of The Latitude: those who favour minimalist designs will take to the Luma, with open spaces and tall glass windows. The rooftop pavilion may be scorching in the day, pleasing only the sun-seekers but by night, gleaming moonlight bathes the rooftop sky terrace – then it becomes a first-choice venue to family gatherings and social functions alike. The quiet yet not isolated enjoyment of one’s property comes as each floor has only three units. Fitted with designer switches, the lighting up of each home goes beyond function, and panders instead to mood. Where the Luma is, the Central Business District is less than a ten-minute drive away. As such, home can easily be a little abode of rest during lunch-break. The Great World City is right opposite Zouk, a perennial favourite of clubbers and party-goers. Just down a few roads, Wheelock Place could become everyone’s default weekend hangout. It houses the resident tenant, Borders, the international books-and-music retail chain. The Zion Riverside Food Centre and Covent Garden Food Centre can be humble yet characteristic places to take on a feast.
“This is home, truly/ Where I know I must be/ Where my dreams wait for me/ Where the river always flows” sings “Home”, a favourite national song of Singaporeans. The river in question is none other than the Singapore River. Not far away, the Singapore River has been a witness to early Singapore immigrant activity to contemporary times. Clarke Quay features a stretch of tastefully-furnished shophouses which can offer a relaxing night by the river. Either a hearty meal of seafood or a refreshing pint of lager or both, can easily make for a fulfilling night. Or for the more energy-charged, go pub-crawling before heading down to the Ministry of Sound for clubbing.