These homes are so stylishly designed that they wouldn’t look out of place in a whole other country.
20 September 2017
Text by Redzman Rahmat
When it comes to interior design, we take inspiration from homes and houses from all over the world. Whether it’s the minimalist Japanese home or the shabby chic New York flat, there’s much we can learn from other countries.
While most homes in Singapore are content to be bathed in pristine white, this condo apartment by design firm Upstairs_ aims for a look that’s a little more unconventional. By knocking down all the internal walls, this 775-square-foot two-bedder is now an open-concept studio apartment that looks like it’s come straight out of a trendy New York neighbourhood.
The jet black surfaces, warm timber tones and sleek steel accents add to this home’s on-trend appeal. Every surface tells a story, from the red bricks to the cement floors.
This truly open concept home might not be to everyone’s taste, especially for multi-generational families. But young couples or a single occupant will truly appreciate the openness and space that this home affords. For example, the bedroom sits right next to the dining area, and there are no doors to the bathroom!
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Japanese minimalism meets Scandinavian charm
On the opposite end of the spectrum, this pristine, all-white condominium apartment designed by Artistroom is the picture of stark simplicity. It combines the best of the Japanese minimalist movement with the modernity of Scandinavian design. The result is a home that can easily fit into one of Tokyo’s more expensive modern districts.
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The industrial design concept is a popular look for many Singapore homes. But what you normally see locally is a toned-down version of the industrial look. This two-storey apartment however, stays true to the type of homes you’ll find in the gritty meatpacking district of Manhattan.
The loft apartment strips away the walls and ceilings, emphasising raw bricks, untreated cement, wooden rafters and iron beams. Shabby, gritty and roughhewn, this home transports you away from Singapore’s pristine streets and to a place that’s darker, more mysterious, and full of character.
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The modern Shanghainese apartment
Singapore’s Oriental roots are an important aspect of our culture, so it’s no surprise that many of our homes are influenced by the design elements of East Asia. But the look can easily come across as old-fashioned and overtly traditional. This home on the other hand, manages to elevate the look to another level.
Designed by the team from Poetus, this home takes the Oriental look then references it against French classicism. Just like the homes in Shanghai’s French Quarter, this apartment puts a flavourful spin to a traditional look. What you see is a combination of ornate elements and distinctly Asian designs, coming together to form an inspired home.
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