Pasir Ris (meaning “white sand” in Malay) first appeared in print on an 1844 map as Passier Ries. Named after the long stretch of sandy white beach along the north-east coastline of Singapore, facing Pulau Ubin, the town exudes a resort ambience. Its architecture and identity take inspiration from the surrounding beach and sea elements. Dr Chong Fook Loong, Group Director (Research & Planning), HDB, shares more about the spaces in Pasir Ris that illustrate the theme ‘resort town by the sea’. The myhomeSG video series by ST's photojournalists looks into their connection to places that hold a special meaning to them.