by Lauded by the international architectural community as one of the most ambitious and trailblazing projects to date, Interlace (a 31-block condominium designed by Ole Scheeren) was awarded the top prize at the World Architectural festival in 2015. Yet, while it captivates with its unusual stacked-up design, buyers who have purchased units in the development do face some challenges working with the odd angles posed by the unique building structure.
The homeowner of this unit engaged established studio KNQ Associates to tackle the bulky columns present within the unit. The design team achieved the feat by integrating the columns with the bay windows, incoporating their looks seamlessly with the rest of the home.
To soften up sharp angles of the columns, the team also added plenty of wood textures, light colours and plush fabric upholstery.
Mirrored panels were used on the columns as well as on the feature wall to make the living room look spacious and inviting.
Usually regarded as ‘wasted spaces’ the bay windows were converted into roomy banquettes, where the homeowner’s friends and family members can hang out during a gathering.
Blinds help to maintain the streamlined look of the home’s sophisticated design.
The dining area is moved to a corner of the room in order to utilise the seting area along the bay window.
A large mirror helps to open up the dining zone.
The homeowner managed to procure a miniature set of the Interlace building, allowing guests to appreciate the complex architecture of the entire development.
The odd column in the bedroom has been converted into a TV wall.
Here, the bay windows have also been transformed to incorporate a writing desk.
In another bedroom, the stark angles of the TV console are inspired by the Interlace’s stack design.
Photos courtesy of KNQ Associates.
