SINGAPORE – Going again to inside designer Mark Chen of native studio Artistroom for the look and renovation of their second house was a simple choice for Mr Kevin Wee and Ms Serene Mai, as he had helped them renovate their first house.
The transient for the second house – a 1,400 sq ft govt condominium condo in Serangoon North – referred to as for a Scandinavian-Bohemian look that offered for the every day routines of the couple, who’re of their late 30s and have a seven-year-old daughter.
The standard of supplies, corresponding to laminates and the quartz floor, have been a precedence. “These decide the lifespan of our house furnishings in the long term,” says Mr Wee, who declined to disclose his occupation.
The renovation, which value about $80,000, took eight months due to the circuit breaker, so the household moved in solely in September 2020. However the last end result was value it: an ethereal, vibrant house clad in each earthy neutrals and heat tones, with sufficient room for the actions the couple love. Ms Mai styled the house with equipment from Taobao for the ultimate touches.
Mr Chen had this to say concerning the design and look of the house.
What have been the priorities within the design transient?
Moreover the Scandi-Boho look, the house house owners additionally needed separate moist and dry kitchens and an extended island, as they get pleasure from baking and internet hosting gatherings.
Was the house considerably reconfigured?
Sure. The unique format included a typical bed room and a closed kitchen with a yard. As the house house owners needed separate moist and dry kitchens with an island, we determined to take away one of many present bedrooms nearest to the residing space to create space.
A big kitchen island was on the transient. What have been the design concerns?
