WHEN I first met Francis and Francesca (not their names), I was immediately drawn to their style - simple, straightforward, no-nonsense yet refined. Our subsequent conversations and meetings further reinforced my first impression and through those, it did confirm what they wanted in their design: Bright and Airy, Uncluttered and Timeless.
To realize their dream home, I understood the need to incorporate 1) clean lines 2) subtle lighting and 3) functional elements throughout the spaces to bring warmth and sophistication.
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Before the renovation, there was a dull appearance in the home - dark-coloured cabinetries and window grilles that would seem to suggest a 'bird trapped in a prison cage'. The following pictures might lend a hand to show you what I might mean.
Highlights of the Project -
Feature Wall: Wall intentionally covered in large, light wood panels seamlessly concealing a door to the helper’s room, maintaining a clean and uncluttered look.
Shelving Design: Shelves with warm LED strip lighting give a soft glow, enhancing elegance and practicality, and allowing for tasteful displays.
Panelling: The light wood finish creates a sense of warmth and balance, contrasting beautifully with the modern lines and lighting.
Lighting Choice: LED lighting plays a key role in this design, offering both functionality and atmosphere. The hidden cove lights around the TV area and display shelves contribute to a soft, inviting ambiance, ideal for a living space.
Floor Tiles: Large format floor tiles to reduce grout lines. With fewer lines, the flooring looks more continuous and seamless, giving the space a clean and sleek appearance. The uninterrupted surface creates an open and expansive feel, which is especially beneficial in smaller spaces to make them appear larger.
Living Room Windows: Intentional use of white louvre bifold in the living room to ensure optimal airflow whenever privacy is needed -- all the while achieving design harmony across the space.
Helper's Room: Notice in the space planning above where the helper's room is located.
Wood-textured wall panels seamlessly concealing room 
White Louvre Bifold to provide complete privacy whenever needed 
Well-placed carpentry for additional storage and display
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