by 1) Japanese ryokan-inspired three-bedroom HDB maisonette
The homeowners combined the concept of a “drinking hole” and traditional Japanese inn. The key element is the idea of getting together with friends, just like how colleagues gather after work at an izakaya; so there are pockets of space with platforms everywhere for my friends to gather.
The bold blue front gate with a design inspired by Doraemon is a playful touch that references Japanese pop culture.
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For homeowner Ivanna Cherylynn Tan Jumaat, it has always been her dream to own a maisonette apartment decked in luxurious Victorian-inspired furniture and designs.
To enlarge the kitchen area, a wall between the kitchen and living room was hacked. This allows for easy communication between the areas, too.
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3) Renovation for this four-room HDB maisonette cost $300,000!
With the $300,000 renovation (including furnishings), the interiors showcase lots of rich wood textures, such as the distressed handcrafted walnut flooring throughout the lower floor.
The dining set consists of mismatched seats — a customised wooden bench, and chairs from Om and Marquis.
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