House Tour: 3,595sqf house with a constantly changing facade by Hyla Architects

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Singapore’s tropical climate can be a blessing and curse when you’re building a home. There may be plenty of breezes blowing through the island but we are also vulnerable to the monsoon storms and blazing heat. And these conditions often take place one after the other, within the span of a day. 

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When the homeowners of this property approached local firm Hyla Architects, they requested for a façade that would be flexible enough to change with the weather.

 

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The solution was a wall of panels that could turn to direct the flow of air and block out the sun when necessary. One side of the panels is cladded with timber while the other is covered in veneer. This allows the owners to dictate the type of look they desire for the interiors as well. 

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The silhouette of the home resembles a boomerang, with the front of the building much higher than the back, so as to divert the direction of the wind blowing through. 

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Inside, the white theme creates a spacious look making the narrow plot of land look wider and more inviting. 

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To accentuate the high ceiling in the living area, a gathering of glass orbs helps to draw the eye upwards. 

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The sharpness of the front façade becomes inspiration for the design of the elements indoors, such as the slanted sink in the powder room. 

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In the master bathroom, the long marble counter adds an elegant touch. 

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Shimmery mosaic used for the back wall in the bathroom helps to add depth to the small space. 

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The angular look of the wash area is reminiscent of the architecture of the home.

 

Architect: Hyla Architects Photos: Derek Swalwell