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One of the most iconic landmarks of this era was the Diamond Blocks—21-story high flats built in 1973 featuring a unique diamond-shaped design intended to foster a sense of community. Over the years, economic shifts and events like the Asian financial crisis caused these buildings to fall into disuse, with many units remaining vacant and the area becoming somewhat neglected. Today, the ground floors bustle with shops and local businesses, but the upper stories tell a different story—a symbol of Singapore’s changing landscape.