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THE CHIC HOME

Wood furniture, such as the Bolia Bird dining chairs, as well as plants give the home pops of colour. The colour black is seen throughout the home, such as on the feature walls in the living room (above) as well as kitchen cabinets (top).

This chic home is a black beauty

In this bedroom, most of the wall space has been turned into stylishly concealed storage. The guest room's built-in storage is wrapped around the daybed, which is the space's centrepiece and is enhanced by the feature wall. The bathtub that was previ

Hide and keep: Hidden storage without compromising on style

The dining counter (left) has been rotated 90 degrees, so that when it is paired with the bespoke dining table, the two form a continuous surface (above) for food preparation and dining. A minimalist aesthetic creates a soothing vibe in the master su

The Chic Home: Warm, white and bright

Deep eaves shelter the entertainment room housed in the glass attic. The elegance, lightness and porosity of the curved staircase, constructed of mild steel and with timber veneer cladding, complement the "floating" quality of the house. The facade t

Ahead of the curve

(Above) With the removal of a kitchen wall, more natural light is let into the apartment. (Left) Wood-like tiles re-create the feel of a wooden bath. The balcony gets an update with new textured paint on parapet walls and timber decking over the orig

The Chic Home: A yen for tranquillity

The Chic Apartment: Designed with love

The positions of the day and night curtains have been swopped to give a sense of cosiness (above). A blue accent wall between the living room and kitchen (left) adds contrast to the mostly dark palette. The open-concept master ensuite is a combinatio

Arty luxury

A circular mixed-media piece by Indonesian artist Arin Dwihartanto Sunaryo is one of several artworks in the home owner's collection.

Bachelor pad is home to art

Above: Clever design ideas increase cross-ventilation in the house, hence keeping spaces cool and comfortable. Most of the spaces in the terrace house, including the bathroom, enjoy natural light in the day. Left: A camouflaged door conceals a room u

House of light and wood

Modern simplicity