In the 1840s, there were many kampongs situated on the river bank of Geylang River which runs near Dakota Crescent.
After the Second World War, Singapore experienced a significant influx of immigrants, many of whom settled in urban kampongs at the edge of the Central Area. Consisting of wooden houses built over empty plots, swamps and old cemeteries, these kampongs expanded rapidly through the 1950s, housing a quarter of Singapore’s urban population by the early 1960s. As the central area of Singapore became gradually congested, the British colonial government decided to come up with new public-housing estates to tackle this growing problem. One of the plans included developing the Kallang area (just to the east of the town-centre) into Singapore’s equivalent of London’s Hyde Park.
The low-rise brick-clad flats of Dakota Crescent Estate were built by SIT in 1958. The 17 blocks of flats were completed in 1959.
| Dimensions | 920 × 1225 mm |
|---|---|
| Medium | Acrylic on Canvas |
| Year | 1998 |
| Categories | Featured Art, Paintings |
Dakota Chronicles: Stories of Resilience
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| Dimensions | 920 × 1225 mm |
| Medium | Acrylic on Canvas |
| Year | 1998 |
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In the 1840s, there were many kampongs situated on the river bank of Geylang River which runs near Dakota Crescent.
After the Second World War, Singapore experienced a significant influx of immigrants, many of whom settled in urban kampongs at the edge of the Central Area. Consisting of wooden houses built over empty plots, swamps and old cemeteries, these kampongs expanded rapidly through the 1950s, housing a quarter of Singapore’s urban population by the early 1960s. As the central area of Singapore became gradually congested, the British colonial government decided to come up with new public-housing estates to tackle this growing problem. One of the plans included developing the Kallang area (just to the east of the town-centre) into Singapore’s equivalent of London’s Hyde Park.
The low-rise brick-clad flats of Dakota Crescent Estate were built by SIT in 1958. The 17 blocks of flats were completed in 1959.
| Dimensions | 920 × 1225 mm |
|---|---|
| Medium | Acrylic on Canvas |
| Year | 1998 |
| Categories | Featured Art, Paintings |
Singapore
Raymond Lau Poo Seng, a talented artist from Singapore, faced the challenges of Tourette Syndrome and a humble background. His artistic talent was recognized by his school principal, leading him to pursue art at LaSalle College of the Arts. Despite obstacles, he excelled, winning awards and eventually earning a Fine Arts degree from the University of Tasmania. Raymond's determination prevailed, even through a life-threatening illness. He gained recognition in New York and held successful solo exhibitions. His contributions to the community and dedication to teaching art further highlight his resilience. Raymond's story, marked by triumph over adversity, serves as an inspiring testament to the human spirit.
