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Just across the sleek, modern structure of Orchardgateway, Emerald Hill beckons with low rise heritage<\/a> houses painted in delightful hues. This street sits quietly in the midst of the malls and traffic of Orchard Road<\/a> as a carefully restored piece of the area\u2019s past.<\/p>\n

Strolling along the beautifully serene and heritage-rich hill full of Peranakan<\/a> establishments, it took much will not to overstay our welcome. We\u2019re pretty sure the residents of this area are used to curious tourists and locals gawking at their abodes, but we tried to keep our exploration as quick and low-key as possible. Keep scrolling for gorgeous houses and historical tidbits\u2026<\/p>\n

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From orchard to houses<\/h3>\n
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Follow us on our Emerald Hill stroll\u2026 Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Emerald Hill used to be a nutmeg and fruit orchard, established by the acting Postmaster General William Cuppage in 1837, before being bought over by businessmen Seah Eng and Seah Boon Kang in 1900. From there, small pieces of the land were sold to new owners who went on to build the terrace houses and shophouses we still see today.<\/p>\n

Heritage buildings full of history<\/h3>\n
\"Bars
Colourful shophouses stand alongside the modern malls of Orchard Road. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What used to be the first few residential houses along the row have since been transformed into quaint watering holes. Before their boozy revamp, the terraces from 8 to 16 Emerald Hill Road were built in 1911 for developer Phua Poh Kim by Tan Seng Chong \u2013 the first Chinese to start his own architectural firm in Singapore.<\/p>\n

\"Instagram-worthy
Cameras out! Here’s yet another photo op-worthy lane. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Heritage
Spotted: vintage design elements along Emerald Hill. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

After the bars, we came upon the much-photographed restored residences. (Cue the #ihaveathingfortiles and OOTD snaps!) Peranakan tiles, carved timber window screens and half-length timber doors (known as pintu pagar) add to their traditional character.<\/p>\n

\"Peranakan
Can\u2019t stop our obsession with capturing heritage shophouses. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Up ahead at 37 Emerald Hill Street is where the original Singapore Chinese Girls School (SCGS) stood for almost 70 years. The school was founded in 1899 by Dr Lim Boon Keng, Sir Song Ong Siang and Khoo Seok Wan, originally as an educational institute for Peranakan girls.<\/p>\n

This way for Sino-baroque architecture<\/h3>\n
\"No.
No. 39 Emerald Hill. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Further along, a row of houses greeted us with whitewashed facades and traditional Teochew gateways featuring emerald green, porcelain roof ornamentations. The terrace houses at 39 and 43 were built for Goh Kee Hoon, designed in 1905 by Wan Mohamad Kassim, who was leading the architectural department at G.A. Fernandez & Company. Fun fact: when no. 41 was undergoing restoration works, the antique pintu pagar was salvaged from another property on Smith Street.<\/p>\n

\"No.
No. 45 Emerald Hill. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The neighbouring No. 45 caught our eyes with the widest frontage and a swallow tail roof ridge \u2013 something you\u2019d hardly see nowadays unless you\u2019re on a temple visit. This house was originally designed in 1903 for Messrs Seah by Wee Teck Moh, a renowned architect best known for his part in shaping the classic Sino-baroque shophouse look that we all know and love on Instagram (he\u2019s said to have designed hundreds!).<\/p>\n

Cross-cultural design influences<\/h3>\n

Majolica tiles, abundant foliage and mood-boosting paint jobs are clear trends along Emerald Hill. Adding to the list of design elements we swooned over, the architecture<\/a> further down the street references traditional European influences too. Think cast iron balustrade and classical pilasters used alongside architectural features steeped in Chinese symbolism, creating an eclectic yet elegant vintage aesthetic.<\/p>\n

\"Peranakan
Pastel perfect houses along Emerald Hill. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

We have multiple designers to thank for dreaming up this combination of Chinese and European architectural elements. In 1916, houses 64 to 74 were designed by Johannes Bartholomew (Birch) Westerhout for Puey Soo Keng. The former also served as the Municipal Commissioner (1929 to 1934) and the Justice of the Peace (1935).<\/p>\n

\"Peranakan
Imagine having a tete-a-tete at a restored terrace house like this one… Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Across the street, R.T. Rajoo designed 17 properties from 53 to 85 in the mid-1920s for Low Koon Yee, a prominent Teochew businessman. (If you\u2019re wondering why the math doesn\u2019t add up, unit numbers of Emerald Hill\u2019s houses are even numbered on one side of the street and odd numbered on the other.)<\/p>\n

\"Heritage
Facades so vibrant, they look freshly painted. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While we love the quaint bars at the start of Emerald Hill, this stretch of houses might just take the cake for beautifully capturing (through its restored architecture) the area\u2019s history when it was formerly a Straits Chinese settlement and under British colonial rule.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s at the end of the hill?<\/h3>\n
\"Beyond
Beyond the historical Peranakan houses of Emerald Hill. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
\"Goodbye
Goodbye heritage houses, hello apartment blocks. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Around units 134 onwards is where the heritage houses end and modern apartment blocks begin. (This is where you\u2019ll see the signpost for Saunders Road.) Beyond that lie more residential buildings and the main road, which is where our little adventure ends.<\/p>\n

\"Peranakan
Leaving you with one last snap of Emerald Hill\u2019s gorgeous terrace houses. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

This street is seriously a thing of beauty and we wholeheartedly recommend popping by for a leisurely jaunt to get schooled on Orchard Road\u2019s history without spending a cent \u2013 just keep an eye out for the little metal signs along the way that feed you with bite-sized facts about these buildings!<\/p>\n

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Where to drink on Emerald Hill: Best bars<\/h2>\n
\"Traditional
We fell in love with these traditional terrace houses. Photography: Amelia Ang<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

1. Acid Bar<\/h3>\n

Live music? Check. Happy hour? Check. If you’re looking for a cool spot to sip your tipples and enjoy rockin’ tunes, Acid Bar is where you should be. Go ahead and order some light bites or hearty mains if you’re feeling peckish!
\nAcid Bar<\/a>, Peranakan Place, 180 Orchard Road, Singapore 238846\u200b<\/em><\/p>\n

2. Alley Bar<\/h3>\n

The oldest heritage bar in this block is all about paying homage to the area’s culture by infusing signature Nyonya flavours into its cocktails. Enjoy offerings such as Jungle Bird and Frangelico Sour, or stick to perennial favourites like Aperol spritz and negroni<\/a> cocktails.
\nAlley Bar<\/a>, Peranakan Place, 2 Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229287<\/em><\/p>\n

3. No.5 Emerald Hill<\/h3>\n
\"Bars
Photography: No.5 Emerald Hill<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

You’re never truly living until you’ve visited this recognisable stalwart. A favourite haunt among the hip and trendy, here’s where you can get all kinds of martinis. The espresso martini is a rite of passage! Psst: don’t be alarmed by the copious peanut shells on the floor.
\nNo.5 Emerald Hill<\/a>, 5 Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229289<\/em><\/p>\n

4. Que Pasa<\/h3>\n

May we interest you in some Spanish wine and tapas? Since 1995, Que Pasa has been offering over 100 wines sourced from all over the world. If you’re celebrating a special occasion here, choose from its library collection of rare wines.
\nQue Pasa<\/a>, 7 Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229291<\/em><\/p>\n

5. Ice-Cold Beer<\/h3>\n

If beer’s more your thing, drop by ICB. Imagine over 60 types of bottled and draught beers for you to sample. Sounds like heaven, yes? Be sure to pair your selection with delish eats like hot dogs, chicken wings, and mini beef hamburgers.
\nIce-Cold Beer<\/a>, 9 Emerald Hill Road, Singapore 229283<\/em><\/p>\n

Make a date with Emerald Hill to admire its beauty and history before taking a break at one of the bars!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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