A family of four live in this newly-built good class bungalow (GCB). Unlike small houses where the challenge is to make more space, the challenge, in this case, was to enhance the spatial quality of the interior.
The clients engaged Index Design when most of the structural works were near completion on the recommendation of architect Liu & Wo Architects. The home-grown firm was responsible for the interior concept design and development, spatial planning, material selection and detailing, interior fittings (including furniture selection), fixtures and equipment, project management, and completion.
AT A GLANCE
Who lives here: A couple and their two daughters
Home: A good class bungalow at Chatsworth Road
Size: 15,699 sq ft
ID: Index Design
The family moved in at the end of 2021 after a three-year process. In keeping with the home’s modern tropical
architectural style, the interior design features travertine walls and expansive full-height fenestrations set amidst a lush landscape. “We adapted the architect’s modern tropical sensibilities with warm, sensual materials. As part of the interior design, we also focussed on getting the right proportions and repeating the architect’s intent,” says the design team.
“It is a play on textures, layering warm and neutral palettes with clean lines and curated pieces to create an interior that offers a comfortable, inviting retreat.”
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One of the design highlights of the home, which was also part of the owners’ brief, is the walk-in wine cellar that houses a collection of over 2,000 bottles. Index Design decked it out with oak elements inspired by the wooden wine crates. Solid oak floors and oak veneered ceiling grids in contrasting golden tones create an engaging dialogue. Dark wood shelves with integrated LED lights provide the ideal framework for rows upon rows of wine cases and bottles between these two horizontal planes.
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The adjacent wine-tasting room is an intimate space with a cosy lounge setting conducive to enjoying and appreciating wines. The main attraction is the Tiffany Quartz marble backdrop with its turquoise hue and dramatic veins. The dark veneer finish on the built-in shelves and cabinets is carried over from the wine cellar, reinforcing the connection between the two spaces.
An imposing staircase ascending alongside a book-matched Colorado Gold marble feature wall makes for a grand welcome gesture at the entrance foyer. Mirrored panels add another dimension to the space, while also visually moderating the monolithic design of the staircase. Taking the grandeur to new heights, a bespoke Lee Broom Fulcrum chandelier accentuates the high ceiling.
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The living room is designed as a retreat, which is demonstrated by its neutral colour palette, finishes and carpentry. The sofa, coffee tables, side tables and armchairs from Minotti are arranged on an oversized, bespoke rug from Omar Khan that serves like a canvas that ties them together.
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The two dining rooms are separated by slim-frame Rimadesio sliding doors with bronze mesh glass caters to accommodate a variety of settings and occasions. On either side of the formal dining room, there is a view of the wine cellar and swimming pool. The regal ambience is enhanced by a custom 14-seater Kandinsky dining table crafted in Calacatta Ora marble from Casamilano and measuring 4m x1.2m. It is complemented by Creed dining chairs from Minotti over another Omar Khan rug with a Henge pendant light above.
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The informal dining and dry kitchen are one large space with floor-to-ceiling windows that fill the room with natural light. Apart from the circular dining table that can accommodate 12, four additional Verpan bar stools provide a more casual dining option at the island counter. This is part of a kitchen system in solid dark stained hemlock wood from Minimal Cucine.
The master suite consists of a sleeping area, a walk-in wardrobe, a spacious sitting area and a palatial bathroom featuring a book-matched, cross-cut Carrara marble floor and wall.
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The daughters’ bedrooms are relaxing havens that evoke serenity and calm. Privacy comes from a lattice screen separating the walk-in wardrobe and vanity from the sleeping area while maintaining visual porosity.
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Index Design is known for its design philosophy that looks at interior spaces for their architectural potential rather than just decorative surfaces. It tailors spaces to clients’ needs by working closely with them. As a result, each space has its own narrative and story.
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