Hudson Place Residences has a unit mix that says a great deal about the development’s intended market. There are no one-bedroom apartments. Instead, the 327-unit project begins with a 646 sq ft two-bedroom home and progresses through increasingly complete family layouts, culminating in five single-level penthouses of up to 2,196 sq ft.
This creates a broader owner-occupier appeal than its location in the one-north and Mediapolis employment cluster might initially suggest. The smaller homes remain relevant to investors and professional couples, but the three- and four-bedroom plans introduce household shelters, wet and dry kitchens, yards, utility WCs, proper studies and, in the larger formats, private lift access.
The important question, then, is not simply how many bedrooms a buyer can afford. It is whether the additional area in each category improves daily usability enough to justify the higher price quantum.
Hudson Place Residences At A Glance
Hudson Place Residences is a 99-year leasehold development at Media Circle in the Queenstown Planning Area. Its 327 homes are distributed between a 15-storey Block 18 and a 23-storey Block 20. The development also incorporates an estimated 400 sq m of commercial space on the first storey.
The residential mix is weighted heavily towards two-bedroom homes:
| Unit category | Types | Size | Number of units | Share of development |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Premium | B1a, B1b, B1c, B1d | 646 sq ft | 105 | 32.11% |
| 2 Bedroom Premium + Study | B2, B3 | 689 sq ft | 78 | 23.85% |
| 3 Bedroom Deluxe | C1 | 893 sq ft | 14 | 4.28% |
| 3 Bedroom Premium | C2 | 1,012 sq ft | 14 | 4.28% |
| 3 Bedroom Premium | C3 | 1,023 sq ft | 22 | 6.73% |
| 3 Bedroom Premium + Study | C4 | 1,055 sq ft | 21 | 6.42% |
| 4 Bedroom Premium | D1a, D1b | 1,152 sq ft | 26 | 7.95% |
| 4 Bedroom Suite + Flexi | D2a, D2b | 1,432 sq ft | 42 | 12.84% |
| Penthouses | PH1 to PH5 | 1,744 to 2,196 sq ft | 5 | 1.53% |
The two-bedroom categories account for 183 homes, or almost 56% of the development. That concentration should support a relatively accessible entry point and a wide rental pool, but it also means two-bedroom owners will face more internal competition when leasing or reselling. Within that segment, stack, view, floor and layout flexibility may matter as much as the nominal size.
What Is Consistent Across The Homes?
Several planning principles recur throughout the collection.
Balconies form part of the stated strata area, while air-conditioning ledges, reinforced-concrete ledges, airwells, and service voids are excluded under the new GFA harmonisation rules. Buyers should still judge how frequently they will use the balcony because it represents paid-for space. Approved retractable balcony screens may be installed at the purchaser’s cost, but the balcony cannot otherwise be enclosed.
The plans also indicate that selected non-structural walls may potentially be removed. This gives owners some scope to enlarge a bedroom, study or communal area, although every alteration remains subject to structural restrictions and the approvals applicable at the time of renovation.
The interior specification adds more practical details. A ceiling fan is provided in the living area of every home unless the purchaser opts out, while the master-bedroom wardrobe includes full-height storage, internal lighting and drawers. A configurable storage compartment is also provided for household items such as a vacuum cleaner.
The appliance package increases with the unit category. Two-bedroom homes are planned with an induction hob, cooker hood, convection oven, freestanding refrigerator and combination washer-dryer. The three- and four-bedroom categories introduce gas cooking and a combination steam oven, while the larger four-bedroom homes receive a more extensive refrigeration and dishwasher provision. The penthouses add items including a dishwasher, coffee machine and wine chiller. Buyers should verify the final brands, models and exact provisions against the contractual specifications.
2 Bedroom Premium: Types B1a, B1b, B1c And B1d – 646 sq ft
The four B1 variants share the same 60 sq m, or 646 sq ft, area and the same basic components: two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a standalone kitchen, living and dining space, and a balcony.
Their most notable feature is the dumbbell arrangement. The bedrooms sit on opposite sides of the living area rather than along a long internal corridor. This reduces circulation space and gives each occupant more separation. The two ensuite bathroom arrangements also strengthen the plan for unrelated tenants, adult siblings or an owner sharing the apartment with a tenant.
The standalone kitchen sits beside the entrance and includes the washer-dryer. It is more practical for regular cooking than a fully open kitchenette because odours can be better contained. The trade-off is that the arrival sequence is functional rather than grand: visitors enter through the kitchen zone before reaching the dining and living areas.
The B1a to B1d variations are principally associated with their respective stacks, orientations and mirrored configurations. Their internal layouts are substantially similar, so buyers should not choose between them based on type code alone. Outlook, exposure to afternoon sun, relationship with neighbouring blocks, and price differences are likely to matter more.
There is no dedicated study, household shelter or yard. A couple who needs a permanent home office may therefore have to use Bedroom 2 or move up to a B2 or B3.
Best suited to: investors seeking the lowest likely entry quantum, professional couples, singles who want a guest room, siblings purchasing together and co-living households that value bedroom separation.
2 Bedroom Premium + Study: Type B2 – 689 sq ft
Type B2 increases the area to 64 sq m, or 689 sq ft. It retains the efficient dumbbell concept, two bathrooms, a standalone kitchen and a balcony, but adds a flexible study space near the entrance.
The study can function as a workstation, reading corner, storage zone or compact hobby area without taking over Bedroom 2. Its location is useful for an owner who occasionally works from home and does not need complete acoustic privacy. As an open or semi-open space beside the arrival area, however, it is less suitable for frequent confidential calls than a fully enclosed room.
The 43 sq ft increase over the B1 is modest but purposeful. Buyers are paying for flexibility rather than a fundamentally larger living room or bedroom suite. Only 13 B2 units are available in Block 18, making this the less common of the two study-equipped two-bedroom plans.
Best suited to: owner-occupier couples, hybrid workers, singles who want a dedicated workstation and buyers who value a less common layout without moving into a three-bedroom price bracket.
2 Bedroom Premium + Study: Type B3 – 689 sq ft
Type B3 has the same 689 sq ft area as B2, but its planning is more specialised. The standalone study sits beside Bedroom 2 and Bath 2, with the possibility of grouping these three spaces into a more self-contained co-living zone.
This does not turn B3 into a formal dual-key apartment: it still has one principal entrance and no second kitchen. Nevertheless, the arrangement can create more privacy between the secondary suite and the main living zone. It could suit an owner who rents out Bedroom 2, an adult child who wants a semi-independent area, or a household that wants to combine the study with Bedroom 2 to create a larger bedroom-and-workspace suite.
The enclosed study is also better suited to focused work than B2’s entrance-side flexible space. The compromise is that it is an internal room rather than a conventional bedroom, so buyers should assess ventilation, lighting and furniture clearances realistically.
B3 is far more numerous than B2, with 65 units across three Block 20 stacks. Investors therefore gain a versatile layout, but not rarity. Price, level and outlook will be decisive.
Best suited to: investors considering room rental, owner-landlords, couples who work regularly from home, families with an adult child and buyers who want a co-living-style arrangement without paying for a larger unit.
3 Bedroom Deluxe: Type C1 – 893 sq ft
At 83 sq m, or 893 sq ft, Type C1 is the development’s most compact three-bedroom home. It combines three bedrooms and two bathrooms with an enclosed kitchen, balcony, a 2.3m-long study alcove and a dry-kitchen cabinet that can be used as a coffee bar or additional storage.
The plan is efficient because the bedrooms are arranged in a relatively direct row and the living room opens to the balcony without an oversized foyer. The enclosed kitchen and naturally ventilated kitchen and bathrooms are meaningful advantages at this size, particularly for households that cook frequently.
The study alcove is long enough to support a proper desk and cabinetry. Because it remains visually connected to the circulation and dining zone, it is better regarded as a family workstation, homework counter or storage wall than a private office.
C1 omits the household shelter, separate yard and utility WC found in the larger Premium three-bedroom layouts. Laundry remains within the kitchen zone, and households with live-in help may find the service provision restrictive. Its strength is therefore efficient family accommodation rather than a complete service programme.
Only 14 C1 homes are planned, all in Block 18. For buyers comparing it with a B3, the C1’s extra bedroom and enclosed kitchen improve long-term flexibility, but the higher quantum must be weighed against whether all three bedrooms will be used.
Best suited to: young families, couples planning for a child, downsizers who want two spare rooms, compact-family buyers who do not require live-in help and long-term investors seeking broader tenant flexibility than a two-bedroom unit offers.
3 Bedroom Premium: Type C2 – 1,012 sq ft
Type C2 marks an important functional step up. Its 94 sq m, or 1,012 sq ft, plan introduces a household shelter, wet and dry kitchens, a yard, and a utility WC, while retaining three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a balcony, and a 2m study alcove.
The additional 119 sq ft over C1 is therefore directed mainly towards household operations rather than simply enlarging the bedrooms. This is valuable for an owner-occupier family. The household shelter provides substantial storage and may support live-in domestic help, while the yard and utility WC make the home more workable for a family with live-in help.
The dry kitchen sits beside the dining area, allowing it to work as a serving counter, breakfast station or display cabinet. The enclosed wet kitchen contains heavier cooking and gives the communal area a cleaner appearance when entertaining. Natural ventilation to the kitchen and bathrooms further strengthens day-to-day usability.
Only 14 C2 units are available, all in Block 18. Buyers who genuinely use the service spaces may find the premium over C1 justified; households that rarely cook and do not need a yard may obtain better area efficiency from the smaller plan.
Best suited to: families who cook regularly, households with live-in help, owner-occupiers who prioritise storage and service space, and buyers upgrading from a compact two- or three-bedroom apartment.
3 Bedroom Premium: Type C3 – 1,023 sq ft
Type C3 measures 95 sq m, or 1,023 sq ft, only 11 sq ft more than C2. Its layout is largely similar, comprising three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a household shelter, wet and dry kitchens, a yard, a utility WC, a balcony and a 2m study alcove.
The one-square-metre difference at the main entrance is too small to change how the home is used. C3 should therefore be evaluated as an alternative stack and orientation rather than as a substantially superior size category. It is located in Block 20 and has 22 units, compared with 14 C2 homes in Block 18.
For many buyers, the decision between C2 and C3 should be driven by the actual price gap, floor level and outlook. If both are similarly priced, the preferred facing is likely to provide more lasting value than the nominal 11 sq ft difference.
Best suited to: the same family profile as C2, especially buyers who prefer a Block 20 stack, want more floor-level choices or find a better-facing C3 at a comparable price.
3 Bedroom Premium + Study: Type C4 – 1,055 sq ft
Type C4 is the most complete regular three-bedroom plan. At 98 sq m, or 1,055 sq ft, it retains the household shelter, wet and dry kitchens, yard, utility WC and naturally ventilated kitchen and bathrooms, while replacing the open study alcove with a standalone study room.
This enclosed study room is the key reason to choose C4 over C2 or C3. It can operate as a proper home office, a quiet revision room, a nursery, a hobby room or enclosed storage. It should not automatically be treated as a fourth bedroom, particularly because buyers must consider its internal position, light and ventilation.
The living and dining zone is also described as wider, making the plan more comfortable for households that entertain or spend more time in the communal area. The increase from C3 is only 32 sq ft, so the design has to work hard: most of the added value comes from how the dedicated study is enclosed and positioned rather than from obviously larger bedrooms.
With 21 units in Block 20, C4 is uncommon but not rare. It likely makes the most sense when its price premium over C2 or C3 remains proportionate to the value of a dedicated office.
Best suited to: families with a permanent work-from-home requirement, parents who want a separate homework room, buyers who need extensive storage, and three-bedroom owner-occupiers seeking the strongest space programme without moving to a four-bedroom home.
4 Bedroom Premium: Types D1a And D1b – 1,152 sq ft
The D1a and D1b plans provide four bedrooms within 107 sq m (1,152 sq ft). Both layouts feature a spacious living and dining area, balcony, dry kitchen, enclosed wet kitchen, household shelter, yard and utility WC.
This is a space-efficient way to obtain four proper bedrooms. Bedroom 4 can serve as a child’s room, guest room or enclosed office, while the household shelter keeps storage from spilling into the bedrooms. The wet-and-dry kitchen arrangement and naturally ventilated kitchen and bathrooms give the plan the service capability expected of a family home.
The main compromise is the bathroom ratio. The plan provides two full bathrooms for four bedrooms, supplemented by the WC in the yard. This may be adequate for a family with younger children but less comfortable for a multigenerational household or several adults leaving home at the same time.
D1a and D1b have the same area and broadly mirror one another in response to their Block 18 stacks. As with the B1 variants, orientation and outlook are more important than the letter suffix. There are 13 units of each type.
Best suited to: value-conscious four-bedroom buyers, families with three children, households using one bedroom as an office, and HDB or condominium upgraders who prioritise bedroom count over private-lift prestige.
4 Bedroom Suite + Flexi: Types D2a And D2b – 1,432 sq ft
At 133 sq m, or 1,432 sq ft, D2a and D2b are not merely enlarged D1 plans. The additional 280 sq ft supports a materially more luxurious programme: private lift access and a private lobby, three full bathrooms, an enclosable flexi space, a walk-in wardrobe in the master suite, a wider balcony, larger living and dining areas, and a more extensive kitchen provision with two refrigerators and a dishwasher.
The private lift changes the arrival experience and improves privacy, although buyers should remember that the lobby and circulation form part of the space they are purchasing. The enclosable flexi room is equally important. Positioned beside the living area, it can become a study, playroom, media room or secondary lounge while remaining connected to the communal heart of the home.
The third full bathroom makes D2 more suitable than D1 for older children, guests or multigenerational living. Bedroom 4 can also function as a guest suite or private office without forcing the rest of the family to share one common bathroom. A household shelter, yard and WC complete the service zone.
D2a and D2b offer essentially the same lifestyle programme in different stack configurations. Buyers should focus on how each plan’s living room, balcony, flexi space and master suite relate to the view and sun direction. With 42 units, this category represents a substantial 12.84% of the entire project, suggesting that Hudson Place Residences is making a deliberate appeal to larger owner-occupier households.
Best suited to: established families, multigenerational households, buyers with live-in help, frequent hosts, senior executives working in the surrounding business district and buyers who value private-lift living without moving into a penthouse.
The Five Penthouses: Large Single-Level Homes Rather Than Duplexes
Hudson Place Residences offers five penthouses, each with a distinct layout. Unlike duplex penthouses, all five are arranged on a single level, eliminating internal staircases and providing more convenient lateral living across their generous floor plates.
Similar to the other top-floor residences, the penthouses have a ceiling height of approximately 3.15m across the main living areas and 2.7m across most service zones, including the kitchen and yard. The bathrooms retain the typical ceiling height of approximately 2.4m.
All five penthouses include wet and dry kitchens, a yard, a utility WC and an upgraded appliance package. Their main differences lie in the number of bedrooms, the availability of private-lift access and the provision of ancillary spaces such as studies, stores, flexi areas and entertainment rooms.
Type PH1: 5 Bedrooms + 4 Bathrooms + Study – 1,744 sq ft
PH1 is located at #15-02 in Block 18 and measures 162 sq m, or 1,744 sq ft. It has five bedrooms, four bathrooms and a dedicated study. A junior master suite occupies one side of the plan, while the main master bedroom on the opposite side includes a walk-in wardrobe.
The living and dining areas form a broad central zone facing a wide balcony, with the dry kitchen integrated into the entertaining space and the wet kitchen placed behind it. This creates a clear separation between social and service functions.
PH1 is the most straightforward of the three five-bedroom penthouses. It offers the key spaces a large family needs without adding a separate entertainment room. Its absence of a private lift makes it less exclusive than PH4 and PH5, but also avoids allocating as much space to a dedicated lift core and lobby.
Best suited to: large families, multigenerational households that need a junior master suite, buyers who want five bedrooms on one level and owners who prefer conventional rooms over multiple specialised ancillary spaces.
Type PH2: 5 Bedrooms + 4 Bathrooms + Study – 1,755 sq ft
PH2 is the sole unit at #23-12 in Block 20. At 163 sq m, or 1,755 sq ft, it is only 11 sq ft larger than PH1, but its internal programme is more varied. In addition to five bedrooms and four bathrooms, the plan shows an entertainment room or study, a flexi space and a separate store.
This makes PH2 particularly adaptable. The entertainment room can become a media lounge, enclosed office, or hobby room, while the flexi area can support storage, a homework zone, or a room for live-in domestic help. The trade-off is a more subdivided plan, so buyers should consider whether they prefer these specialist rooms or a simpler communal layout.
Like PH1 and PH3, PH2 does not have the private lift arrangement reserved for the two largest penthouses. Its appeal lies in the number of usable enclosed zones within a relatively efficient 1,755 sq ft footprint.
Best suited to: large families with several simultaneous work or study needs, buyers who want a media room, households that value enclosed storage and owners who prefer functional variety over private-lift exclusivity.
Type PH3: 5 Bedrooms + 4 Bathrooms + Study – 1,765 sq ft
PH3 is at #15-07 in Block 18 and measures 164 sq m (1,765 sq ft). It combines five bedrooms and four bathrooms with a dedicated study and a separate store. The master suite has a walk-in wardrobe, while a junior master suite provides a more private bedroom-and-bathroom arrangement for parents, an adult child or long-staying guests.
Compared with PH2, PH3 offers a more conventional balance of bedrooms, study, and storage, without a separate entertainment room. Its wide living and dining zone opens to the balcony, and the wet-and-dry kitchen arrangement supports regular cooking and formal hosting.
The difference of 10 to 21 sq ft among PH1, PH2 and PH3 is too small to determine the choice. Their distinct ancillary rooms, Block 18 versus Block 20 positions and respective views will be far more significant.
Best suited to: multigenerational families, buyers who need both a proper study and dedicated store, and purchasers seeking a conventional five-bedroom penthouse layout.
Type PH4: 6 Bedrooms + 4 Bathrooms + Study – 2,164 sq ft
PH4 occupies #23-17 in Block 20 and measures 201 sq m, or 2,164 sq ft. The step up from the five-bedroom penthouses is substantial. It introduces six bedrooms, a private lift and lobby, an entertainment room, walk-in wardrobes for both the master and junior master suites, and a master bathroom with dual basins and a bathtub.
The plan is organised into several distinct zones. The principal master suite and a group of secondary bedrooms occupy one side, while the junior master suite, another bedroom and the entertainment room create a more independent wing. This supports multigenerational living more convincingly than simply adding another bedroom to a conventional plan.
Despite the scale, buyers should examine the relationship among the six bedrooms and four bathrooms. The overall programme is generous, but bathroom sharing will still depend on the household’s composition.
Best suited to: large multigenerational families, buyers who require two substantial bedroom suites, households that entertain regularly and purchasers seeking private-lift penthouse living.
Type PH5: 6 Bedrooms + 4 Bathrooms + Study – 2,196 sq ft
PH5 is the largest home at Hudson Place Residences. The sole unit at #23-16 measures 204 sq m, or 2,196 sq ft. It shares PH4’s core luxury programme: six bedrooms, private lift and lobby, an entertainment room, walk-in wardrobes for the master and junior master suites, and a dual-basin master bathroom with a bathtub.
The communal area spans a wide frontage, with the living and dining zones opening onto the wide balcony. The private lift arrives near the dry kitchen and central living space, while the master and junior master suites sit at opposing ends of the home. This provides useful separation between generations.
The extra 32 sq ft over PH4 is not enough to make PH5 automatically superior. The better choice will depend on the preferred configuration, facing and price. PH5’s appeal is its linear, expansive communal frontage and its position as the project’s largest residence.
Best suited to: buyers seeking the project’s largest home, extended families wanting separation between two principal suites, luxury owner-occupiers and households that need both substantial entertaining space and private-lift access.
Which Hudson Place Residences Unit Type Fits Each Buyer?
| Buyer profile | Most relevant types | Why they fit |
|---|---|---|
| Entry-level investor | B1a to B1d | Smallest size and likely quantum, two bathrooms and efficient dumbbell planning |
| Owner-landlord or co-living investor | B3 | Bedroom 2, Bath 2 and study can form a more private secondary zone |
| Professional couple working from home | B2 or B3 | Dedicated flexible or enclosed study without the cost of a three-bedroom home |
| Couple planning for a child | C1 | Three bedrooms, enclosed kitchen and study alcove in a compact footprint |
| Family without live-in help | C1 or C4 | C1 maximises efficiency; C4 adds a proper study and stronger service spaces |
| Family with live-in help | C2, C3, C4, D1 or D2 | Household shelter, yard and utility WC improve daily practicality |
| Value-focused four-bedroom upgrader | D1a or D1b | Four genuine bedrooms and family service areas within 1,152 sq ft |
| Multigenerational family | D2, PH1 to PH5 | More bathrooms, larger communal areas and, in selected types, junior master suites and private lifts |
| Luxury buyer prioritising privacy | D2a, D2b, PH4 or PH5 | Private lift, private lobby and a more complete suite-style programme |
Important Trade-Offs To Consider Before Choosing A Unit
1. Two-bedroom supply is substantial
Almost 56% of the development consists of two-bedroom homes. That creates choice at launch, but owners may compete with many similar units later. A distinctive stack, higher floor, stronger outlook or the B3’s adaptable study arrangement could become important differentiators.
2. The jump from C1 to C2 is about household function
Moving from 893 sq ft to 1,012 sq ft adds far more than numerical area. The household shelter, yard, WC, and wet-and-dry kitchen configuration can significantly change how a family operates. Buyers should pay for these spaces because they will use them, not simply because C2 carries a Premium label.
3. C2 and C3 should be compared by stack, not size
The difference is only 11 sq ft. Unless one plan offers a clearly better furniture arrangement for a particular household, facing, level and price are more meaningful considerations.
4. D1 prioritises bedroom count; D2 prioritises lifestyle and privacy
D1 efficiently fits four bedrooms but has only two full bathrooms plus a utility WC. D2 adds 280 sq ft, a third full bathroom, private lift, walk-in wardrobe and flexi room. The upgrade is substantial, but so is the likely quantum.
5. Parking provision reflects the car-lite location
Hudson Place Residences has only 134 carpark lots, including four commercial lots, for 327 residences. Buyers who rely on a car, particularly larger families considering D2 or a penthouse, should factor the shared parking ratio into their decision.
6. Stack selection may matter more than the variant name
The towers were planned to capture different outlooks towards Wessex Estate, Queenstown, the internal landscape and the direction of the Greater Southern Waterfront. Some Block 18 views over the neighbouring Infinite Studios are expected to open up only from higher levels. These are indicative planning observations rather than guaranteed views, so buyers should compare the official site plan, future-planning context, sun direction and potential noise exposure before selecting a stack.
Final Assessment
Hudson Place Residences has avoided a token unit mix dominated by very small investor apartments. Its smallest home is already a two-bedroom, two-bathroom layout, while a significant 20.8% of the project consists of regular four-bedroom homes. The five penthouses then extend the range to genuine five- and six-bedroom residences.
For investors, the B1 offers the simplest entry proposition, while B3 has the strongest internal flexibility. For couples and young families, C1 is the efficient long-term option. C2 and C3 are the better-balanced family homes because their service spaces support real owner-occupation, while C4 is the most compelling three-bedroom choice for buyers who need a permanent study.
D1 should appeal to buyers who want four bedrooms at a controlled size, but D2 is the more complete long-term family layout. It provides a meaningful improvement in privacy, bathrooms, storage and communal flexibility rather than merely adding floor area. Among the penthouses, PH1 to PH3 suit buyers who want spacious five-bedroom lateral living, while PH4 and PH5 are the clear choices for private-lift exclusivity and more complex multigenerational needs.
Ultimately, the best Hudson Place Residences floor plan is the one whose additional spaces match the household’s actual routines. A study, yard, third bathroom or private lift can be highly valuable when used every day, but expensive surplus area when it is not. Buyers should therefore compare each step-up by function, facing and price rather than bedroom count alone.
Disclaimer: This article is an independent floor-plan analysis based on the available project brochure. Dimensions, layouts, fittings and other details are subject to final plans, approvals and survey. Buyers should review the latest approved documents, price list, facing and on-site conditions before making a purchase decision. This article does not constitute financial or property investment advice.
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.
