{Hot on the heels of the last post, and last week’s feature, I wanted to share this project by

{Hot on the heels of the last post, and last week’s feature, I wanted to share this project by Ong & Ong. Another shophouse in Singapore! } The final scheme is an innovative response to the constraints of a conservation building. A traditional façade embraces a contemporary way of living, that has meticulously achieved a delicate balance between the old and the new. This has created a unique and effective house design, the exterior and the modern approach to the interior has been designed in context with the surroundings.  Inspiration was taken from the smallest detail on the existing façade (the bamboo motifs).  Monochromatic tone selection was used throughout the scheme to accentuate that the project was attuned to the conservation aspects of the site. It is apparent that the colour pallet used in the project creates a clear connection with the heritage of the site. The subtle choice of natural materials does not draw attention away from the historic aspects of the scheme, only compliments them. A fixed furniture wall running the length and height of the house, allows for an open living space. This creates continuity between all social activities at ground level. The designed furniture wall functionally accommodates all living necessities and extends to all other floors. Each area is defined by the use of subtle cove lighting and recesses in the walls that suit multiple atmospheres. The folded steel-sheet staircase hangs elegantly from a suspended I beam at the top of the house. This sculptural circulation space services the main part of the house. Materials used like natural teak run throughout the upper two floors encouraging a warm feeling. White terrazzo flooring gives a spacious ambiance to the ground level and bathroom floors, while white mosaic tiles cover bathroom walls, adding some texture to the spaces. -- source link
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