Nostalgic Charm

This mid-century modern flat was transformed to make its Vietnamese family feel right at home.

- YAIZA CANOPOLI

Overall view From the curved kitchen entrance to the dining corner and the rustic furniture dotted around the space, this HDB flat never fails to be inviting. Warm lighting is the cherry on top, ensuring an intimate vibe throughout the whole house.

AT A GLANCE

Space FOUR-ROOM HDB FL AT

Location BISHAN

Reno period 10 WEEKS

Home to A YOUNG FAMILY OF THREE

Reno budget $78K

The Brief

Living away from home can be freeing and exciting, but it can also unearth something less pleasant—homesickness. As the pandemic has made it particularly difficult to connect with loved ones across borders, many have had to grapple with this feeling, finding creative ways to build a home away from home.

It is then no surprise that this Vietnamese couple wanted to infuse their HDB flat with a touch of their home country. With the help of interior designer Vina Christine from Fifth Avenue Interior, they were able to materialise their aesthetic vision into a gorgeous abode that tells a story, incorporating Vietnamese furniture and exuding mid-century modern charm with a sense of nostalgia.

Rattan and green hues tie the look together across the various areas of the house—a boho-chic, Jungalow-inspired combination that balances out the sleek luxury of mid-century modern design. While the space is bold and eye-catching, it retains an understated, classic charm.