Being the home of creatives who like the industrial-inspired look, but also wanted a dose of luxury, the resultant look of this 950 sqf, four-bedroom BTO HDB flat in Kallang features its white walls, bare finishes and minimalist details.
They worked with Chris Huang of Bowerman Interior Planner, who designed the flat with streamlined, linear features, and juxtaposed materials such as concrete and marble, to achieve the industrial-luxe aesthetic.
Rich, jewel hues and lustrous brass-tone accents were also incorporated, as seen in the open-concept living area. Cushions from Bode, Classicon Bell table from Space, and rug from The Rug Maker.
A molecular pendant lamp the couple ordered online from West Elm grounds the dining area, which also features a dining table from Commune, artwork from Taylor B, and metallic decor accessories from CB2.
Both bathrooms in the home are fully clad in polished marble - the common one in black Nero Marquina.
Simple luxury is extended into the master bedroom, where an all-white space with a low-slung platform bed create the perfect restful and soothing haven.
The all-white master bathroom is clad in white Volakas, with a see-through concept "outlined" by the use of black glass-framed panels.
The renovation set the owners back $80,000, which excludes the cost of furnishings.
The modern industrial décor of this 645 sqf, three-room flat in the east comes with a jolt of Chinois chic that is inspired by a tribal jacket the owner bought in China. The weekend home of Chris Huang – a private chef and owner of interior design firm Bowerman Interior Planner – there’s plenty of room for cooking, serving and resting despite the tight space.
As privacy was not a concern, the walls of the bedroom were replaced with glass panels.
The Hmong ethnic dress that inspired the entire home's decor is mounted against concrete-look wallpaper from Japan and displayed in the dining area. The adjoining wall of cabinets, which frame a window, is covered in concrete-look laminate.
The heavy-duty kitchen usage dictated the need for low-maintenance materials such as concrete screed for the floor, which is covered with epoxy so dust and oil won't seep through. The colour scheme is predominantly a mix of grey, white and black.
This cosy corner in the kitchen is where Chris does his paperwork, and draws.
Renovation cost $40,000 and it is also a showflat for Chris' interior design business.