Home Tour: $45,000 Scandinavian renovation for a 4-room HDB in Clementi

To put their home together, the homeowners of this 4-room HDB flat in Clementi started on a plain canvas of all-white walls and light wood-look floors. They built on it to achieve Scandinavian-inspired interiors, with the help of their interior designer, Three-D Conceptwerke. The result is a masterclass in Scandinavian interior design that proves how this beloved aesthetic can be perfectly adapted to Singapore’s public housing context.

With white walls and light grey furnishings, as well as non-tinted windows, the home has light and bright spaces, personalised with accessories. The weathered wood ladder and jute carpet add a rustic charm, while the potted plants introduce nature to the living room. These thoughtfully chosen elements demonstrate how this Clementi HDB flat embraces key principles of Scandinavian interior design, where natural materials and textures play a crucial role in creating warmth within a minimalist framework.

Blue kitchen cabinets

In the kitchen, the Three-D Conceptwerke interior design team paired vibrant blue paint with white subway tiles arranged in a herringbone pattern – a fun, yet chic, contrast against the sleek grey cabinetry, which was made with laminated solid plywood. This bold design choice shows how contemporary Scandinavian interior design can incorporate pops of color while maintaining its characteristic clean lines and functional beauty.

Scandinavian kitchen design

Black steel bars on the backsplash allow the homeowners to display cups and cooking utensils in a stylish manner. This practical yet aesthetically pleasing solution embodies the Scandinavian design principle of beautiful utility, adding character to this Clementi HDB flat while maximizing its storage potential.

Bathroom subway tiles

The same subway tiles on the backsplash were used in the bathroom, along with black hexagonal tiles for flooring (both from Hafary). The brass tones of a vintage-style, wallmounted shower ordered off Chinese shopping site Taobao make for a nice contrast against the clean palette. This thoughtful continuation of materials helps maintain design coherence throughout the Clementi HDB flat, while the mix of modern and vintage elements adds depth to the Scandi interior design scheme.

Green plants home decor

Rustic furnishings and a touch of greenery give this simple Scandinavian-style HDB a homey atmosphere. The careful balance of these elements demonstrates how Scandi interior design principles can transform a standard HDB flat into a warm, inviting home that feels both contemporary and timeless.

$45,000 renovation cost

The total renovation, which includes the Lamett vinyl flooring overlay and the built-in wardrobe in the bedroom, cost $45,000. This budget-conscious transformation proves that achieving sophisticated Scandinavian interior design in a Clementi HDB flat doesn’t require extravagant spending, but rather thoughtful planning and strategic material choices.