It’s not uncommon for owners to contemplate acquiring a brand-new flat especially after residing in their timeworn home for a long time. Take for instance, this middle-aged couple who has been staying at their two-bedroom condominium for more than a decade. The option to move out and start afresh was appealing – since their home felt dated, overly cluttered and uninspiring. Nonetheless, the neighbourhood’s prime location and enviable views are a big pull, so they decided to stay put. That said, a major overhaul was definitely in order.
“The homeowners wanted us to reconfigure the apartment’s layout to maximise storage and, on a whole, make the space more functional,” says Kuay Mei Yee of Distinct Identity. The designer who led this project also shares that her clients had a penchant for elements with historic vibes. “They are particularly drawn to Peranakan motifs and old-school metal grilles.”
This story is from the March 2020 edition of SquareRooms.
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