“When we first stepped into this apartment, it felt really small,” says Terence Neo, design director of Eightytwo.
It’s hard to imagine that, seeing how spacious it is now. The transformation is a result of extensive space planning by Terence and his team. “The idea was to maximise the space without sacrificing function,” he shares.
The design team reworked the ceiling in the living room to bring more depth to the space. Lights from Sol Luminaire.
Decorative Interior Paint
Instead of concrete screed, Terence used decorative interior paint that mimics concrete. Books and accessories give character to the space.
Herringbone Wood Floor
To demarcate the spaces clearly, the living and dining areas sit on a platform fitted with herringbone wood flooring.
The old tiles were replaced with wood flooring. Terence used Caesarstone quartz for the island here.
Furniture Collection
The homeowners brought over a sizeable collection of furniture. Here, the console finds its place along the passageway to the kitchen.
Walk-In Wardrobe
At most times of the day, the home enjoys bright natural light, which is something the new layout utilises better.
The master bedroom, for example, consists of the bed area and walk-in wardrobe, yet it does not feel cramped. “It’s done in a way where even the glass walk-in wardrobe receives sunlight. Thanks to the glass, it doesn’t feel claustrophobic,” says Terence.
The new layout places the walk-in wardrobe right outside the master bathroom for convenience.
Master Bedroom
The bed rests on a raised section to make better use of the bedroom space. Window blinds play up the clean, crisp setting.
Master Bathroom
Dark faucets from Fima and tiles from Rice in the master bathroom project a masculine vibe. Ledges and niches eliminate the need for mounted shelves.
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This article first appeared on Home and Decor 2017.