Beyond the Tour: 9 Easy ways to introduce curves into your home, inspired by a Northshore Drive HDB
Everyday curved details that soften the home through furniture and décor.
By Gwyneth Goh -
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Curves are everywhere in this Northshore Drive home, but not as grand gestures. Instead, they show up in everyday objects—art, lighting, furniture, and décor—that soften the space gradually.
For homeowners Jeremy and April, each rounded form responds to how they move, rest, and spend time together. In this Beyond the Tour, we unpack the key curved elements seen throughout their HDB—and show how you can recreate the look with shoppable alternatives.
A curved modular sofa that adapts to daily life
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The living room sofa (pictured above) was chosen deliberately for its shape and flexibility. “We wanted something very curvy,” April shares. Its modular form allows them to rearrange seating depending on how they use the space, while the ottoman adds flexibility without introducing sharp edges.
Jeremy adds that the sofa anchors the room emotionally as much as spatially. It’s where they unwind after work, often with the lights dimmed and the TV on.
Recreate the look
Look for modular sofas with rounded backs or curved end modules. Even one curved section can soften a boxy living room. Alternatively, pair your standard sofa with a curved ottoman.
Shop similar styles
- Modular fabric sofas with curved profiles: Fable Performance Fabric Single Arm Sectional Sofa, $2,997 from Castlery
- Rounded ottomans as flexible add-ons: Pinplus Storage Ottoman with Tray, $104.83 from Amazon.sg
- Soft-edged lounge seating: Ingrid 3 Seater Curve Sofa, $799 from HipVan
Small curved accents that reinforce the theme
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Beyond the big moves, smaller curved objects help tie everything together—rounded trays, sculptural décor, soft cushions. These details support the home’s calm atmosphere without drawing attention to themselves. Homeowner Jeremy sees these as finishing touches rather than focal points—elements that make the space feel lived-in.
Recreate the look
Start with accessories. One or two curved accents can change the feel of a room instantly.
Shop similar styles
- Sculptural décor objects: Decorative 3 Link Knot, $43.58 from Amazon.sg
- Curved cushions or throws: Sioloc Soft Knot Ball Pillow, $51.70 from Amazon.sg
A black round side table next to the sofa
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Placed beside the sofa, a black round side table keeps essentials within reach without adding visual bulk. April chose the shape deliberately, noting that too many straight edges would have felt harsh in a space meant for unwinding.
Recreate the look
Round side tables are versatile and work well in tight spaces.
Shop similar styles
- Black metal round side tables: C-Shaped Metal Side Table, $169.56 from Amazon.sg
- Cylindrical accent tables: Cosiest Cylinder Shaped Concrete Side Table, $191.69 from Amazon.sg
- Compact circular nesting tables: Round Nesting Coffee Table, $132.58 from Amazon.sg
A basket planter beside the TV
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Next to the TV feature wall, a potted plant sits in a rounded basket. April shares that she intentionally looked for something circular to match the curved corner of the wall. The natural texture also softens the dark carpentry.
Recreate the look
Add greenery in rounded baskets to soften technology-heavy areas like TV consoles.
Shop similar styles
- Woven basket planters: Round Woven Jute Plant Wicker Basket, $33 from Amazon.sg
- Rounded ceramic plant pots: SQOWL Ceramic Planter with Drainage Hole and Saucer, from $44.99 from Amazon.sg
- Textured planters in natural fibres: RISEON Handmade Mid Century Modern Planter (Set of 2), $92.60 from Amazon.sg
Rounded dining furniture sourced piece by piece
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At the dining area, nothing was bought as a set. “I bought the table from one shop, the chairs from another, and the bench from a different shop,” April explains. All three were sourced from Taobao, allowing her to customise fabric, colour, and proportions.
The chairs feature rounded backs, while the oblong bench softens the layout without enclosing it. The rounded edges weren’t just aesthetic. In an open-plan home, curves help the dining area feel less rigid and more welcoming—especially when hosting.
Recreate the look
Mix and match rounded dining pieces rather than buying a full set. Focus on soft edges and tactile finishes.
Shop similar styles
- Rounded solid wood dining tables: Harper Dining Table, $1,599 from Castlery
- Curved dining chairs with upholstered backs: Apollo Dining Armchair, $99 from HipVan
- Upholstered benches with softened corners: Oslo Performance Bouclé Bench, $499 from Castlery
Abstract artwork with rounded forms
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An abstract painting anchors the dining area with quiet movement. Sourced from Taobao, the piece stood out to April not just for its curved forms, but for the process behind it. “They told me it would take seven days to deliver,” she recalls. “I asked why so long, and they said the painter paints every piece from scratch.”
Executed in oil, the artwork brings a sense of intention and tactility to the space, its sweeping forms echoing the rounded furniture while softening the dining area quietly.
Recreate the look
Choose abstract art with organic lines or circular forms to balance straight walls and furniture.
Shop similar styles
- Abstract canvas prints with curved motifs: Aesthetics Rooms Décor Wall Painting, from $107 from Shopee
- Neutral-toned paintings with fluid brushstrokes: Vaskuro Extra Large Framed 3D Handmade Neutral Art Paintings (Set of 3), $332.48 from Amazon.sg
- Soft-colour art prints for dining spaces: Abstract Sea Oil Painting (No Frame), $29.41 from Amazon.sg
A sculptural dining pendant light
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Hanging above the dining table is a pendant light that April sourced online. “It was about $400,” she says. She later discovered it was made from natural onyx, giving it a soft glow when lit. The rounded form helps centre the dining area without overpowering it.
Recreate the look
Choose pendant lights with curved or dome-like shapes to create a focal point.
Shop similar styles
- Dome or globe pendant lights: Glass Pendant Light Modern Globe Lamps, $107.99 from Amazon.sg
- Stone-effect or glass pendants: Celestine Rectangle Chandelier, $439 from Castlery
- Warm-toned sculptural dining lights: Modern Ceiling Circular Ring Chandelier, from $127.79 from Shopee
Small circular table lamps
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Little round table lamps appear in both the living room and bedroom. Jeremy explains that these support his preference for layered lighting. Instead of switching on everything at once, the lamps help set a calmer mood at night.
Recreate the look
Use small circular lamps to introduce curves while building ambient lighting.
Shop similar styles
- Mushroom-style table lamps: Dimmable Table Mushroom Lamp, $68.82 from Amazon.sg
- Rounded ceramic bedside lamps: Wireless Ceramic Table Lamp with Timer, Dimmer, $73.27 from Amazon.sg
- Compact globe lamps: Cordless Rotating Globe Rechargeable Table Lamp, $28.99 from Amazon.sg
An oblong mirror to soften vertical lines
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Rather than a rectangular mirror, the couple opted for an oblong one, continuing the curved language vertically. The mirror helps reflect light while breaking up flat wall surfaces.
Recreate the look
Choose oval or oblong mirrors to introduce curves without adding furniture.
Shop similar styles
- Oval wall mirrors: Brightify Black Oval Mirror, $130.64 from Amazon.sg
- Oblong mirrors with thin frames: Tehome Oil Rubbed Bronze 20x30’’ Oblong Mirror, $160.05 from Amazon.sg
- Soft-edged mirrors for bedrooms or entryways: Aria Arch Floor Mirror, $549 from Castlery
Interior Design Takeaway
As this 4-room Northshore Drive HDB flat shows, curves don’t have to be structural, bold or expensive. Introduced through art, lighting, furniture, and accessories, they can soften a home gradually—one considered piece at a time.