House Tour: $28,000 renovation for this chic and cosy two-room condominium apartment in West Coast
Her 441sqf, one-bedder condominium apartment is indeed a squeeze, but homeowner and sports enthusiast Kate Tan isn’t complaining. Her cosy apartment exudes a chic hotel-room atmosphere, she wakes up on a queen-size bed (yes, it fits!), and there’s enough storage space for her bulky sports gear. “I told Lawrence of interior design firm Akihaus that I wanted a casual yet chic home; something I will not grow tired of, and that matches my personality,” says Kate.
The homeowner customised this blue linen sofa from Courts by adding white piping, a removable back cushion, and buttons. Vases from Homes To Life, and flowers from Charlotte Puxley.
No changes were made to the galley kitchen, as well as the marble and oak flooring, as they match the homeowner’s intended look.
The renovation totalled up to $28,000, and includes folding glass doors with black aluminium frames that separate the living room from the bedroom – a loft archetype that pairs perfectly with the unit’s high ceilings.
Rather than a pure white hue, Lawrence chose a light timber laminate from EDL to add texture to the living room.
To reduce clutter, the designer suggested using a foldable dining table and chairs, which can be kept in the hidden storage space.
This customised sidetable slides out, allowing Kate to access powerpoints easily while hiding wires. The table is removable, too.