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A Seaside Haven
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|May 2023
Relaxing sea views and soothing splashes of colour give this HDB flat a laid-back feel
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Space Five-room resale HDB flat
Location Marine Terrace
Reno period 3 months
Home to A family of three
Reno budget $92K
It has been said that the kitchen is the heart of the home. It’s a place where families come together and it’s often the social hub too. Whether it’s for preparing breakfast or relaxing over an evening meal, it’s usually the most-used room in a home. And in this renovation project at Marine Terrace, it was the kitchen that turned out to be the star of the show.
As the 20-year-old HDB flat was in its original condition, the homeowners requested an entire overhaul, complete with a change of flooring—the original marble surface was overlaid with vinyl to enhance the overall look and give warmth to the entire space.
The old-school HDB design came with a closed, rather dark kitchen, the nearest window being located in the service yard. To compensate for the lack of natural light, the designer decided to go for an open-concept kitchen, so the surrounding walls were knocked down.
This resulted in a surplus of natural light, as well as plenty of extra space. The entire kitchen was transformed into a soothing yet functional area, inclusive of playful colours across the carpentry and decor, such as the blue and yellow splashes that add some cheer to the white backdrop.
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