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Drape yourself over the Icon sun lounger as you laze by the poolside.$4,012.50,
from Journey east
Step outside and take in the beauty of the great outdoorsTake It Outside
The Ivy armchairs and sofas come in orange, turquoise and white, adding a much-needed
burst of vibrancy to your outdoor space.$3,650/$6,020,
from marquis
The weather-proof iB Drop Series silicone showerhead comes in a variety of bright
colours, and is the perfect accompaniment to your
outdoor shower.$228,
from equip-Bathrooms
Take a minute to get away from the hectic city life, and curl up on the Maxxo swing.$999, from natural living
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Deck out your outdoor space with anti-bacterial laminate floorings that mimic the hardiness of solid wood.$4.50 to $7.90 per sqft, from power Dekor
Relive your nostalgic memories of flying through the air as you sit on the Adagio swings.$3,645, from proof
Brighten up your al fresco dining areas with these cheerfully
coloured candleholders.price unavailaBle,
from francfranc
The rechargeable Xantian LED lights come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colours, perfect for whimsical gardens.price upon enquiry, from ohmm
The Gruvyer chair is a stackable seating
option that looks good both indoors
and outdoors.$299,
from molecule
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Different
design firm momo and Partners manage By contrasting textures and styles, interior
While most homes tend to shy away from contrasting design styles,
this particular terrace house fully embraces conflicting dichotomies. A giddy mix of textures, colours and hardiness come together into a visually arresting home.
The homeowner, who stays here with his wife, two children and parents, completely entrusted the planning and execution of the house to designer Moh from Momo and Partners. Moh then approached the design with a keen eye for detail, and the understanding that aesthetics are very important to the owner.
With free reign over the design, Moh decided to juxtapose conflicting themes into the house. Most apparent is the contrast of ‘warm and cosy’ versus ‘cold and hard’. The choice of materials around the house plays this up, with exposed concrete ceilings providing a sharp contrast to the smooth tiled floors, and the rough granite wall standing out against the hardwood surfaces.
The living area has been renovated to achieve an airier layout, combining with the dining and kitchen spaces into one open space. In the middle of this first floor is a granite wall that acts as a backdrop to the living room and affords some privacy to the kitchen area. “The granite also adds texture to the rooms,” Moh offers, “and
it helps to contain the space. It also blocks the existing airwell in the centre of the house.”
Around the dining space, ceiling-high walls are made from thin, vertical strips of rosewood, adding texture and visual interest to the entire house. These wooden strips actually hide the entrances to the storeroom and the elderly parents’ bedroom. The doors are completely hidden behind the seamless feature wall, with no door frames, jambs or handles to mark their position. “I’m sure the owner’s parents had some trouble locating the door when they first moved in,” jokes Moh.
Similarly, the upper levels boast a similar aesthetic, contrasting light glass and dark woods. The master bedroom, which also incorporates a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite bathroom, is a generously spacious area. A pocket door cordons off the room, again replicating the flushed seamlessness evident in this home.
Little design perks like these give the house its unique character. Moh explains that although he uses a lot of minimalist elements, a closer look will reveal the conflicting styles that merge harmoniously together. Dark and light, hard and soft, warm and cold – these dichotomies come together to create a house that is disarmingly different.
Strokesto give this home its unique Personality
Project Type Terrace house
Floor area 4,000 sqfT
TexT: redzman rahmaTPhoTos: edward hendricks
Design KitF e a T u r e
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DESIGN NOTES The stark contrast of
textures in this house
gives it a strong identity
that resonates well
with the homeowner.
The interplay of rough
granite wall and smooth
polished wood provides
an added dimension.
Open walkways, hinged walls and
foldable glass doors can open up the
home, making it feel roomier, more cooling
and aesthetically exceptional.… although
he uses a lot of minimalist
elements, a closer look will reveal the conflicting
styles that merge harmoniously
together.