Designing for a family of five with three school-going teenagers, who each need their own space, is no mean feat.
Add to that the Thia family's love for hosting, and you have a fairly demanding brief that calls for a home with spaces that can cater to the individual, the family and larger groups.
Ms Cheryl Gay, who helms home-grown interior design firm Coterie Design, is not one to shy away from challenging projects - especially not when the client is also family.
This 1,550 sq ft executive maisonette in Woodlands Drive belongs to her sister and brother-in-law, and it was in almost original condition.
First, the existing granny room beside the main entrance has been opened up and converted into a spacious entrance foyer.
An armchair, a chandelier, and built-in shoe and storage cabinets with arched mirrored doors are welcoming yet practical features.
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