Designed by Substance Living, this three-bedroom condominium apartment houses many classical Chinese antiques placed against a contemporary backdrop to create a charming modern-oriental look. A muted palette of earthy neutrals adds a cosy touch and complements the antique pieces. 

Dusty and cracked previously, this altar table gets a new lease of life with a fresh coat of lacquer and simple refurbishment.

The unexpected display insets in the feature wall add visual interest in the bedroom.

A resort-style braided cane sofa adds a laid-back feel to the living area. The oil painting above shows a view into a garden in Suzhou.

What used to be a traditional clothes closet was turned into wine-glass storage for the owners, who are wine lovers. Additional planks of wood were added to the existing shelving to make it more sturdy. The homeowners managed to keep their expensiture on furniture and accessories to about $30,000.