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Condo Review: The Crest: Toyo Ito’s Masterpiece of Modern Living

Nestled in the serene enclave of Prince Charles Crescent, The Crest stands as a beacon of modern luxury and refined living. This architectural marvel, designed by renowned architect Toyo Ito, offers a harmonious blend of nature and urban sophistication. Residents of The Crest are not just buying a home but investing in a lifestyle enriched by many world-class facilities catering to every aspect of contemporary living.

Entrance driveway at The Crest featuring a circular fountain, lush green trees, stone-clad structures, and a modern curved canopy with circular skylights under a bright blue sky.
Ultra Grand Entrance Of The Crest
Swimming, Reflective Pools And Other Water Features

The Crest features a variety of swimming pools, each designed to offer a unique aquatic experience. With its sparkling blue waters, the curvilinear leisure pool is a perfect oasis for a refreshing dip or leisurely swim.

Resort-style swimming pool at The Crest condominium, surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and modern architectural buildings under a bright blue sky.
Curvilinear Leisure Pool
Curved lagoon-style pool at The Crest condominium, surrounded by lush greenery and modern tiered residential blocks under a bright blue sky.
Curvilinear Leisure Pool And Jogging Trail
Serene lagoon-style swimming pool at The Crest condominium surrounded by lush tropical landscaping and modern cascading residential blocks under a bright blue sky
Reflective Pool And Curvilinear Leisure Pool

For those who prefer a more tranquil environment, the lap pool offers a serene setting for focused swimming. Unlike most swimming pools, the pools at The Crest are pretty unique. The two main pools are surrounded by a shallower reflective pool, which is aesthetically pleasing and helps cool the entire development by creating a water body between the tower and villa blocks.

Poolside lounge area at The Crest condominium featuring modern sunbeds, palm trees, and a long sparkling swimming pool set against lush greenery and contemporary residential blocks.
50M Lap Pool
Shaded poolside deck at The Crest condominium featuring modern lounge seating, palm trees, and a long shimmering swimming pool surrounded by lush greenery and contemporary residential buildings
Pool Deck with Clubhouse
Poolside relaxation area at The Crest condominium featuring modern lounge chairs, cushioned seating, palm trees, and a shimmering lap pool set amid lush tropical landscaping and contemporary residential blocks.
Pool Deck
Floating deck lounge at The Crest condominium with modern seating, palm trees, and a turquoise tiled pool connected by stepping stones, surrounded by lush greenery and contemporary residential towers.
Walkway To Clubhouse Pool Deck
Expansive resort-style swimming pool at The Crest condominium, framed by modern high-rise and low-rise residential blocks, lush tropical landscaping, and shaded seating areas under a bright blue sky.
Reflective Pool Towards 50M Lap Pool

To further distinguish the pool area and provide more privacy for villa owners, a bio pond with an ecosystem of flora and fauna is situated beside the reflective pool. This bio lagoon prevents swimmers from looking directly into the units. It also serves as a private garden where residents of the first-level villas can enjoy the view.

Lush landscaped water garden and lagoon-style pool at The Crest condominium, featuring a sheltered circular pavilion, modern high-rise towers, and vibrant greenery under a bright blue sky.
Walkway To Oasis Pavilion With Bio-Lagoon
Lush landscaped stream at The Crest condominium with tropical plants, flowering shrubs, and natural stone edging beside modern residential buildings under a bright blue sky.
Bio Pond In Between Villa Block

The children’s pool is next to the curvilinear pool, surrounded by a bed of flowers. Its curved shape resembles a lagoon with a gentle slope that mimics a beach, ensuring a safe and fun environment for young ones.

Shallow wading pool at The Crest condominium surrounded by vibrant red flowering plants, lush tropical landscaping, and modern tiered residential buildings under a bright blue sky
Children’s Pool
Beautiful landscaped pool area at The Crest condominium featuring a central island of red flowering plants, lush greenery, modern residential towers, and a curved walkway under a bright blue sky.
Reflective Pool Overlooking Children’s Pool
Scenic landscaped pool at The Crest condominium featuring a central island of vibrant red flowers, surrounding water features, lush greenery, and modern high-rise residential towers under a bright blue sky.
Reflective Pool and Bio Lagoon Overlooking Children’s Pool
Clubhouse and Function Rooms

The elegant clubhouse at The Crest serves as the heart of social activities within the community. Furnished with whimsical elements like a winged deer, the clubhouse provides a sophisticated space for residents to host events and gatherings or simply relax in luxurious surroundings. The versatile and well-appointed function rooms are ideal for private celebrations, meetings, or parties.

Modern garden pavilion at The Crest condominium featuring a white abstract sculpture, manicured landscaping, and surrounding contemporary residential blocks under a bright blue sky.
Sculpture Beside Clubhouse
Entrance to the facilities pavilion at The Crest condominium, featuring modern architecture, tiled walkways, and a surrounding shallow pool with lush greenery and residential blocks in the background.
Clubhouse Entrance
Elegant indoor lounge at The Crest condominium with floor-to-ceiling glass panels overlooking the pool, featuring modern rattan seating, warm wooden flooring, and contemporary hanging light fixtures
Clubhouse With Pool Deck
Stylish clubhouse lounge at The Crest condominium featuring modern woven furniture, warm wooden interiors, floor-to-ceiling glass panels, and views of the pool and surrounding residential blocks.
Clubhouse

The clubhouse features Canasta Chairs from B&B Italia, created by Patricia Urquiola. With their unique interlacing design, these outdoor chairs offer a light, transparent, and bright appearance that enhances the space. Additionally, private onsen facilities with showers are available for residents to unwind and enjoy.

Cozy indoor seating lounge at The Crest condominium with built-in cushioned benches, modern wicker chairs, floating display shelves, and warm textured walls overlooking the landscaped grounds.
Clubhouse Towards Basin
Compact pantry area at The Crest condominium clubhouse, featuring built-in shelving, dark countertops, and an adjoining kitchenette with a sink and storage cabinets.
Clubhouse Basin
Children’s Play Areas

Families with young children will appreciate The Crest’s thoughtfully designed play areas. These safe and engaging spaces encourage children to explore, play, and interact, fostering a sense of community among the youngest residents. Unlike most standard playgrounds, The Crest’s play area resembles the natural outdoors, allowing children to connect with the environment from a young age and develop an appreciation for nature.

Outdoor kids’ play area at The Crest condominium featuring a grassy mound with a built-in slide, sandpit, landscaped greenery, and modern residential towers beside the swimming pool.
Play Mound
Children’s outdoor play lawn at The Crest condominium featuring a soft mounded green surface, curved stone pathway, lush greenery, and views of surrounding high-rise buildings under a bright blue sky.
Play Alcove
Children’s play garden at The Crest condominium featuring soft artificial turf, playful spring riders, winding stone pathways, and lush greenery beneath the modern residential towers.
Walkway Beside Play Alcove
Tropical-style hut pavilion at The Crest condominium located beside the children’s play lawn, surrounded by lush greenery, shaded trees, and landscaped walking paths under a bright blue sky
Children’s Pavilion
Gourmet Dining, BBQ Pavilions And Viewing Decks

Alfresco dining reaches new heights with the gourmet dining and BBQ pavilions available to residents. These well-equipped pavilions offer the perfect setting for hosting outdoor meals and gatherings, featuring all the necessary amenities for a delightful culinary experience. Elevated above road level and along the Alexandra Park connector, these pavilions provide privacy and allow residents to enjoy extended lush greenery views while socializing.

Tranquil outdoor dining deck at The Crest condominium featuring wooden seating, lush greenery, sheltered walkways, and views of nearby residential buildings and the adjacent canal under a bright blue sky.
Grill And Dine Terrace Between Block 101 and 103 With Block 103 In Background
Outdoor dining terrace at The Crest condominium featuring a wooden deck with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery, landscaped pathways, and views of nearby residential towers and the riverside.
Grill And Dine Terrace Between Block 101 and 103
Outdoor BBQ and dining area at The Crest condominium featuring a long stone countertop, shaded pergola with greenery, wooden deck flooring, and surrounding landscaped gardens with flowering plants.
Grill and Dine Terrace Between Block 103 and 105 With Block 105 In Background
Shaded outdoor BBQ pavilion at The Crest condominium featuring a wooden deck, dining table with chairs, built-in grill counter, and lush landscaped greenery surrounding the space.
Grill and Dine Terrace Between Block 103 and 105 Facing Park Connector
Outdoor BBQ and dining area at The Crest condominium featuring wooden decking, long built-in bench seating, a stone grill counter, and lush greenery with flowering plants along the walkway.
Grill and Dine Terrace Between Block 103 and 105
Terraced outdoor seating area at The Crest condominium with stone steps, café-style tables, lush landscaping, and views overlooking the riverside walkway and surrounding city buildings.
Alfresco Lounge

A series of green spaces beside the BBQ pavilion allows residents to unwind in the landscaped gardens, enjoy evening strolls, or simply take in the breathtaking vistas.

Scenic riverside walkway at The Crest condominium featuring landscaped greenery, shaded trees, terraced seating areas, and views overlooking the canal and nearby city buildings under a bright blue sky.
Garden Trail Beside Park Connector Over Looking Alfresco Lounge
Leafy riverside pathway at The Crest condominium surrounded by lush greenery, shaded trees, landscaped hedges, and views of the nearby canal and waterfront promenade.
Garden Trail Beside Park Connector

The landscaping extends below the tower blocks, seamlessly integrating the area beneath the blocks with the common facilities, merging the two spaces into a cohesive whole.

Lush landscaped walkway at The Crest condominium featuring tropical greenery, tall architectural columns, and a curved poolside path surrounded by well-manicured plants
Greenery Below Block 105
Shaded garden walkway at The Crest condominium featuring tall architectural pillars, manicured greenery, and clear directional signage along a curved landscaped path.
Greenery Below Tower Block 101
Covered garden walkway at The Crest condominium featuring tall structural pillars, tiled pathways, and lush tropical landscaping with views of the surrounding greenery
Greenery Beside Walkway Tower Block 101
Relaxation and Private Spaces

For those seeking solitude, The Crest offers a variety of relaxation zones. A meadow garden with a meadow spa overlooks the park connector, providing a secluded retreat from the world.

Elevated stone walkway at The Crest condominium bordered by lush trees, landscaped greenery, and views overlooking the canal and surrounding neighbourhood under a bright blue sky
Meadow Garden
Serene outdoor relaxation deck at The Crest condominium featuring wooden flooring, lounge chairs, lush landscaped greenery, and views of nearby residential towers under a bright blue sky
Meadow Garden Overlooking Jacuzzi
Tranquil landscaped water feature at The Crest condominium featuring a narrow tiled plunge pool, lush greenery, terraced stone walls, and modern residential towers in the background.
Meadow Spa

The Garden Pavilion features a Garden Jacuzzi for those who prefer a more social experience. This multifunctional space includes seating, a countertop, and a wash basin, creating a cosy meeting spot for small gatherings of friends and family.

Sheltered outdoor pavilion at The Crest condominium surrounded by lush tropical landscaping, featuring a curved walkway, dense greenery, and modern architectural elements under a bright sky.
Garden Jacuzzi Pavilion
Cozy shaded pavilion at The Crest condominium featuring a small tiled plunge pool, built-in wooden seating, and lush tropical plants creating a tranquil garden retreat
Garden Jacuzzi
The Crest Club

Located on level 23 of The Crest, the Crest Club offers an array of luxurious amenities designed for both relaxation and entertainment. The Sky Gym provides residents with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and incredible views of the Chatsworth Good Class Bungalow area and Orchard Road, making workouts a visually inspiring experience.

For dining and social gatherings, the Sky Dining area and refreshment servery offer an elegant setting to enjoy meals with friends and family. The bar counter adds a touch of sophistication, perfect for unwinding with a drink while taking in the stunning skyline. The Crest Club combines exceptional facilities with breathtaking vistas, creating a unique and elevated living experience.

Sky lounge at The Crest condominium featuring stylish outdoor seating, panoramic views of the Singapore skyline, lush greenery, and a spacious rooftop deck under a bright blue sky
The Crest Club
Rooftop sky lounge at The Crest condominium featuring modern blue outdoor sofas, panoramic city skyline views, glass railings, and a spacious deck under a bright blue sky.
The Crest Club Sofa
Rooftop entertainment deck at The Crest condominium featuring a sleek bar counter, modern lounge seating, panoramic skyline views, and open-air shading under a bright blue sky.
The Crest Club Canapes Terrace Bar With View
Rooftop bar area at The Crest condominium featuring a modern counter with high stools, wooden deck flooring, shaded pergola roofing, and panoramic skyline views of Singapore.
The Crest Club Canapes Terrace Bar
Indoor sky lounge at The Crest condominium featuring modern dark-toned interiors, full-height glass panels, and access to a rooftop deck with outdoor seating and panoramic city views.
The Crest Club Refreshment Servery
Sky lounge kitchenette at The Crest condominium featuring built-in cabinets, a sink, refrigerator, oven, and modern dark wood flooring with access to the adjoining rooftop amenities.
The Crest Club Refreshment Servery Counter
Rooftop dining terrace at The Crest condominium featuring long outdoor tables, glass railings, and panoramic views of lush greenery and the distant city skyline under a bright blue sky.
The Crest Club Sky Dining
Rooftop viewing deck at The Crest condominium featuring outdoor dining space, glass railings, and expansive views of lush greenery, residential buildings, and the distant city skyline under a bright blue sky.
The Crest Club Sky Dining Towards Chatsworth
Rooftop dining terrace at The Crest condominium featuring long outdoor tables, modern seating, glass railings, and panoramic views of surrounding residential towers under a clear blue sky.
The Crest Club Sky Dining Towards Block 105
Panoramic rooftop view from The Crest condominium overlooking lush greenery, landed homes, and the Singapore city skyline under a bright blue sky.
View From The Crest Club
Panoramic rooftop view from The Crest condominium showcasing surrounding residential towers, lush greenery, and distant cityscape under a bright blue sky.
View From The Crest Club Towards Block 105
Stunning rooftop panorama from The Crest condominium overlooking lush greenery, landed homes, and the Singapore city skyline under a clear blue sky.
View From The Crest Club Towards Orchard
Tennis Court
In addition to the fully equipped sky gymnasium, the tennis court located beside villa block 107 offers residents another workout option. To ensure privacy for block 107 residents, the tennis court is recessed below ground level and covered with greenery, allowing it to blend seamlessly into the surroundings.
Lush landscaped walkway at The Crest condominium featuring a green wall of climbing plants, paved paths, manicured lawns, and surrounding tropical greenery under a bright blue sky.
Entrance To Tennis Court
Tennis court at The Crest condominium surrounded by lush greenery, vine-covered fencing, and tall trees under a bright blue sky.
Tennis Court
Greenery-lined tennis court at The Crest condominium surrounded by lush foliage, modern residential blocks, and mesh fencing under a bright blue sky.
Tennis Court Corner
Architectural Brilliance And Unparalleled Amenities Converge To Create An Extraordinary Lifestyle.

The Crest at 101 Prince Charles Crescent is more than just a residence; it is a lifestyle destination offering a myriad of luxurious facilities. Whether it’s relaxation, fitness, socializing, or family time, every aspect of modern living is thoughtfully catered to within this exceptional development. Embrace the pinnacle of contemporary living at The Crest, where every day is an experience of luxury and comfort.

Article contributed by Jerry Wong.

Jerry Wong is a realtor at Propnex Realty, bringing a rich background in interior and lighting design to his work. He loves exploring diverse spaces and observing the transformative power of real estate. Beyond his professional role, Jerry finds his greatest fulfillment in connecting people with the right properties, gaining immense satisfaction from helping clients achieve their dreams.

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