The design concept was based on a utilitarian approach
with a minimalist aesthetic.
We were inspired by how material
works and age.
We wanted to create a living and breathing space
that would develop a patina as the home owner use it over time.
So it will create a story in this home
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and co-founder of Resistance.
and my name is Jaihui I'm an interior designer at Resistance,
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The apartment is located in Ghim Moh Link.
Ghim Moh is a neighborhood located in Queenstown, Singapore.
There are elderly people that live in Ghim Moh for years
and the new generation that
is attracted to the central region of Ghim Moh Link
Our client’s brief was to retain the original bones
as much as possible.
We demolished part of the wall beside the main door in order to open up the space.
This allowed us to place the dining table near
the kitchen while still maintaining a circulation path.
We sealed up one of the existing doorways,
Which adds extra counter space for the kitchen,
Creating a dramatic first impression upon entering the flat
The entrance leads us to the kitchen seamlessly
with a new unifying dark green colour scheme.
The dark green extends beyond the floors to the walls, ceiling
carpentry and countertops
It is very common in Singapore for a home to have a bomb shelter.
The unsightly metal door of the bomb shelter was painted to
blend into the foyer area.
Here, the bomb shelter is
used as extra storage space.
A perforated steel panel
was added in front of the main door to provide privacy
and allow cross ventilation in the living room
Demarcated by a minimalist white scheme.
the living room and the bedroom make up the majority of the unit.
The white walls and white painted flooring
creates a sharp contrast to the fire area itself as a visual cue
it serves as a visual cue
to slow down and unwind as one enters the resting zone.
Most of the furniture have legs to raise them off the ground.
This makes the furniture appear less heavy, therefore
looking more spacious.
Sheer curtains were selected to create soft lighting while providing privacy.
We carve out a concealed storage area in the living room.
It is hidden behind 2 sliding doors to stow away clutter
while maintaining the overall restrained colour palette.
The kitchen continues the
same colour scheme as the entrance.
The cabinets, floor and walls are all in the same green.
that gives the area a seamless look.
The white mosaic tile was selected to lighten up the space.
The dark navy blue countertop
was selected as an eclectic colour twist.
Switches and plugs were also thoughtfully hidden
beneath the top hung cabinet as a detail.
We altered the position of laundry rack
to be against the wall to allow sunlight
and natural airflow from the windows during the day.
The ovens and washing machine were carefully planned and built
in to minimise the presence in a space yet maximize storage in a small space.
The fridge
one of the biggest appliances was discreetly placed, facing away
from the entrance of the kitchen to reduce the visual
disruption to the space.
The bedroom entrance
is through a door from the living room.
The design language is the same neutral
and airy look.
There are large windows for natural light in the bedroom.
There is a mirror that reflects the space and adds to the overall airy feel
We picked a bed without a headboard to retain the lightness of the space
There is an adjustable wall storage
and hanging storage to allow flexibility to the client’s needs.
We used a bi-fold door for the bathroom to create
a more usable space in the small room.
Frosted wired glass was used to provide privacy, and it speaks the same language
with the grided mosaic tiles.
Floor to ceiling white mosaic tiles
were used to enlarge the bathroom visually.
A half height walk along the back of the shower was designed
to place shampoo bottles without breaking the design language.
Epoxy flooring was used in the living and bedroom areas to create a smooth,
bright and seamless look as we walk upon it for a period of time.
We'll review the traffic and the story behind the home.
Given the space is small.
Having a consistent look does give the entire space
a bigger look and a spacious sense.
Understanding our client's lifestyle is important for us to plan and curate
what is to be hidden and what is to be displayed in the house.
It can be a joy living in small spaces.
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