Trying to combine Scandinavian-style interiors with fengshui may not sound like it could work, but this modern and cosy HDB flat in Tiong Bahru is proof that it does.
(Design: Space Matters)
Working with interior designer Ken Lee and a fengshui master, the homeowner wanted her home to be a comfortable and airy space to relax in, which also encourages harmony and balance through the use of colours.
A former banker, Wilfred Leu found his calling as a fengshui practitioner after a debilitating financial crisis in 2008. He recently had the opportunity to apply his expertise of the Chinese philosophical system to his own home. The result is a good blend of Chinese and Western designs, a sort of Chinoiserie chic.
(Design: Copper Design Associates)
According to Wilfred, a home must have very good lighting and homeowners often overlook this.
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This three-room HDB flat has an open layout. It also takes into consideration Fengshui requirements. The home has a monochromatic backdrop, allowing interesting furniture and decor to take centre stage.
(Design: Geoffrey Law Design)
The designer contrasts super-modern finishes like black glossy flooring, floor-to-ceiling mirrored walls and clear acrylic furniture with wooden antique furniture and carvings.
This futuristic-looking home is a colossal sculpture that houses generous spaces and elements inspired by fengshui principles. Two skylights combined with water features were explicitly inspired by fengshui. They symbolise the collection of rain water into the home, which is associated with prosperity.
The futuristic character of this room reinforces the home’s architectural language.
The owners of this 1,900sqf condominium in Upper East Coast strongly believed in fengshui, and had consulted a geomancer to help them select a house that suited them, as well as advise them on the colour scheme and positioning of items.
(Design: The Interarch Design)
The contemporary aesthetics of this home show that applying fengshui need not compromise the chic factor of a space.
For their first home – a five-room HDB in Choa Chu Kang – this young couple tasked the renovating and decorating to two experts: a geomancer who is a close family friend, and interior designer Ray Sim.
(Design: 2Form Interior Design)
Subtle details like a geometric motif and a red wall highlight this Chinese fusion theme. A carved Oriental motif screen echoes the red on the wall, as well as the pattern of the saloon-style swinging doors to the bedrooms.
Maximising space in this three-bedroom condo was imperative given the compact bedroom sizes and layout.
The homeowners also wanted a “modern contemporary look”, while taking into consideration their feng shui requirements.
(Design: D’perception Ritz)
The style incorporates the use of warm, natural materials such as wood – which fortunately tied in with the earth element of their feng shui reading.
Luxe finishes indoors make for an interesting juxtaposition against the casual vibe outdoors. With the living area leading directly to the backyard, the owners can relax while keeping an eye on the children as they play outside.
(Design: Designworx Interior Consultant)
Interior designer Terri Tan drew up storage solutions in many areas to fulfil the homeowners’ requirement.
“The dining table was custom-designed to include storage in the table support. We even managed to have full-height storage integrated with the lift at every level,” she says.
The dining area, cosy and warm, is infused with a luxe feel with leather, matte and glossy surfaces, as well as metallic finishes.
Here’s a cheerful, adventure-themed abode featuring quirky bespoke decor and inspiring illustrations. The homeowners also consulted a fengshui master, who laid down some dos and don’ts to ensure harmony in the home.
(Design: Wolf Woof)
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The designer created quirky customisations for the home. Interior designer Carmen opted for softer silhouettes and a hand-drawn style, as advised by the fengshui master, setting the tone for a cheerful adventure theme.
With the help of foldable furniture and the idea of storage boxes, William Chan of Spacedge transformed the 1,152sqf condominium into a calming black and blue pad – all while keeping in mind the concepts of fengshui. It’s every minimalist’s dream home!
Based on the elements of fengshui, the palette of blue, black and wood is selected. The colours, which represent water, balance out the abundance of wooden furnishings.
This article was first published in Home & Decor Singapore.