Residents expressed dislike for garish BTO theme last year but repaint only took place after 'ghostlike' lift lobby went viral - Singapore News

SINGAPORE: The Housing Development Board is repainting parts of a Built-to-Order block in Tampines, after residents complained that the ceiling-to-floor red theme was horrific. Widespread disapproval for the “ghost-like” red theme has also triggered a visit from Tampines MP Baey Yam Keng to the area.

The reactions to this building were nothing compared to those which were registered at the red block. Several residents called the red colour scheme “creepy” and “ghost-like”. Some also pointed out that the dark colour may pose safety risks for seniors due to low visibility at night. HDB has decided to repaint parts of the red lift lobbies white, in a bid to appease disgruntled residents.

Interestingly, the ruling party politician also revealed that some who live in the yellow blocks expressed dislike for the theme when he made a site visit back in December last year but he had told them that “it would be difficult to justify a change due to personal preferences which are very subjective.”

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