House Tour: Before & after reno of a vibrant bohemian 5-room HDB flat

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Interior designer Leon Luo of Free Space Intent tells that the design of this renovated 5-room HDB flat home is based on a bohemian theme. 

As the homeowners love handicrafts, the walls were left blank so that they can put up new pieces as they create them.

Besides achieving an open and free-flowing feel in the home, the designer gave the place a fun look with lots of colour and texture.

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Entrance (Before)

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Entrance (After)
A cheery and "free-spirited" atmosphere is created, thanks to lots of bright colour and a mix of patterns in the materials and furnishings.

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Living Room (Before)
The space is roomy, but dim.

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Living Room (After)
Making better use of space, the designer zoned out the open living area to create a more cosy and intimate feel.

Behind the TV wall, there are two sliding pocket doors that allow the lounge area to either be kept open, or closed off for privacy.

 

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Soft furnishings with different prints and patterns, as well as decor with ethnic-inspired designs can be seen throughout the home.

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Kitchen (Before)
Large, but not an efficient use of space.

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Kitchen (After)
An open kitchen with a peninsula counter, in white and wood tones.

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Although the new kitchen is smaller, it has a practical U-shape layout and everything is kept within easy reach.

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Study Room (Before)

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Study Room (After)
The study is now brighter and more airy, accessible from both the entrance foyer and living area.

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Master Bedroom (Before)
The large and spacious master bedroom came with an old HDB-style en suite bathroom with water and sewage pipes exposed.

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Master Bedroom (After)
A walk-in wardrobe (or large dressing area) was one of the homeowners' requirements, and this was achieved by extending the footprint of the master bedroom into the study area.

Textured paint in a soothing pale blue hue for the walls give the master bedroom a peaceful feel.

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Master Bathroom
Scale or scallop tiles in invigorating colours jazz up the simple bathroom.

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Children's Bedroom (Before)
 

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Children's Bedroom (After)
The interior designer and homeowner decided to inject pops of vibrant teal and purple- juxtaposed with warm and comforting wooden flooring - to the children's bedroom.

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Common Bathroom (Before)

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Common Bathroom (After)
Wood-look tiles laid in a chevron pattern introduces warmth into the bathroom.



All images courtesy of Free Space Intent. This article was first published by Home and Decor in 2017.

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