When interior designers Ray Seah and Kate Sitchon of Ovon Design first stepped into this 5-room resale HDB, they immediately recognized its potential.
With ample natural light streaming through large windows and a long walkway waiting to be transformed, the canvas for this home renovation was promising.
Their brief from the homeowners was clear: achieve a minimalist, all-white interior that maximises light and space while incorporating the homeowners’ love for collecting. The result? A harmonious blend of clean lines, understated elegance, and functional design solutions.
From the outset, Ray and Kate focused on enhancing the natural light, allowing it to flood every corner of the home. “The homeowners were very clear about wanting a minimalist approach,” Ray shares.
“We worked with a restrained colour palette—primarily white—paired with wood elements to create warmth and texture.” The result is a light, airy atmosphere, where every detail has been carefully considered.
The living room exemplifies this vision. A plush, low-profile dark sofa provides contrast to the otherwise bright space. Above it, a geometric art piece adds a splash of colour and artistic intrigue, without overwhelming the minimalist aesthetic.
A sleek white coffee table and wall-mounted TV unit maintain the room’s uncluttered feel, while a single potted plant introduces a touch of nature.
One of the homeowners’ passions is collecting toys, and this hobby was thoughtfully integrated into the home’s design. The study room features a custombuilt display along one wall, allowing the homeowners to showcase their collectibles while maintaining a clean look.
“We wanted to design a space where the homeowners could fully enjoy their collection without it taking over the room,” Kate explains. The display is backlit, casting a warm glow that highlights the items while complementing the room’s overall aesthetic.
This story is from the November 2024 edition of SquareRooms.
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