The Latitude is a fluid piece of architecture inspired by the contours of nature. While it provides for a myriad of man-made facilities, its design tends not to accentuate hard, fast and edgy lines. 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 starts off the roll of shopping malls in the vicinity. Less than a kilometre away, the thrills of Orchard Road start with Wheelock Place which houses the resident tenant, Borders, the international books-and-music retail chain. Even though gastronomical delights are plentiful in Singapore, the Zion Riverside Food Centre and Covent Garden Food Centre are sure to bring more glee to the daily menu. The Singapore River, a witness to early Singapore immigrant activity to contemporary times, is not far away. Clarke Quay features a stretch of tastefully-furnished shophouses which can offer a relaxing night by the river. Indulge in a hearty meal of seafood or a refreshing pint of lager; stroll down the banks while quirky shops delight with their window displays; have the Ministry of Sound thump the night through with parties and clubbers. On another note, broods and broods of adorable yellow rubber duckies waddle their way through the river every year with the Duck Race for charity. “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.