Whoever claimed that dogs don't have much space to roam in an apartment clearly hasn't seen what Adrianne and Tingyan have accomplished in their new home.
As HDB flats shrink in size and homeowners lean towards open-concept spaces, the couple in their thirties has taken this preference to the next level, all for the comfort of their two Singapore Specials, Bambi and Forrest.
"We've had Bambi all her life but adopted Forrest when we moved in two years ago," said Adrianne, introducing us to her two black beauties, aged 14 and 13 respectively.
"Many senior dogs are not that active. They really just need a comfortable retirement home to live out the rest of their days happily. We wanted to incorporate dog-friendly choices, which would result in a very open concept." The prospect of a vast canvas excited Kristie, their interior designer from LemonFridge Studio, who resonated with their vision of a seamless home.
"It aligns perfectly with what I enjoy working with. It's refreshing and conventional," Kristie remarked.
"In this house, there isn't a defined theme. Rather, it resembles a gallery showcasing the owner's beloved items, which reflect their personalities."
Canine comforts
The first order of business was tearing down almost every other wall in the space, unifying the hallway and bedrooms. But they didn't stop there. Instead, they eliminated most doors - except for the bathroom, of course - so Bambi and Forrest could come and ago as they pleased,
"All the rooms feature consistent flooring to ensure that it doesn't draw attention away from other focal points," Kristie pointed out.
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