Singapore loses architect who shaped public housing
Liu played a central role in shaping modern Singapore, designing the iconic public housing blocks that define the city’s skyline from the downtown core to its outskirts. He passed away on Sunday due to complications following a fall about a week earlier, as stated by his son.
Tributes have poured in, with many praising Liu’s profound impact. One commentator said Singapore had “lost a giant,” adding that Liu “did not merely build cities, but shaped the very way Singaporeans live, move and belong.”
Singapore’s public housing flats, known locally as HDBs and managed by the Housing and Development Board, are a major pillar of the country’s wealth-building system. Unlike typical public housing in many countries, these flats are heavily subsidized but sold to citizens. Once purchased, they remain the property of the owner for 99 years and can later be resold at market value after a specified period.
While some critics argue that market-driven pricing can make flats less accessible for certain residents, the system continues to be a cornerstone of Singaporean policy, reflecting the government’s aim of ensuring home ownership for all citizens.
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