When doing up his own home, Stan Tham of KNQ Associates saw it as an “experimental space”, for certain design concepts and ideas to materialise.
As an interior designer, he appreciates different styles and has varied tastes, so it isn’t surprising that the home he shares with his wife, Selene Wee, has an eclectic look: “Everything within is a bit different,” he says, yet it all comes together effortlessly.
A geometric theme, seen in the choice of soft furnishings and materials in the living area, gives the home a trendy and fun look.
The idea was simply to be surrounded by the things the couple like, from contemporary furniture and interesting textured materials to street art-style framed prints and statement decor pieces.
In front of the attention-grabbing rusted metal wall that greets you as you enter the home, a decorative fixture comprising a lamp from John Erdos, as well as a bird and branch figurine bought online, shows the designer’s creativity and unique style.
Stan Tham and his wife Selene Wee.
A dark-hued, textured acoustic foam wallcovering from Arte was chosen for the living room feature wall to serve as a simple yet stylish backdrop for the TV.
The footprint of the kitchen was extended a little, and it now features an open concept.
The cantilevered peninsula counter is topped with geometric tiles (below a piece of glass).
As an interior designer, Stan often works from home and has a dedicated study and “man cave”, with separate zones defined by the mezzanine.
A wallcovering with a weathered brick design, as well as collectible figurines and framed prints, give the designer’s home office much character.
The bedroom is kept simple and restful, with just the essential furniture pieces and a neutral colour scheme.
As seen in the reading room, Stan is a fan of bold, graphical contemporary art. He has decorated his home with many colourful prints, such as those by Dutch artist Parra and German stencil artist Kunstrasen.