The Terrace House by Ong & Ong in 55 Blair Road, Singapore

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Bathroom Design

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Bathtub

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Bedroom Design

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Bookselve

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Dining Space

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Kitchen Design

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Spiral Staircase

55 Blair Road by Ong & Ong in Singapore - Swimming Pool

The Terrace House by Ong & Ong - Living Room

The Terrance House was designed by Ong & Ong Pte Ltd, Located in 55 Blair Road, Singapore, This residence brings a balance between nature and contemporary living in a renovation of an Art Deco style terrace.

To create a light open plan living space, whilst promoting Inside/outside space. The contrasting relationship between the metallic elements and subtle tones within the house create an exciting spatial relationship throughout. 55 Blair road project is a renovation and restoration to a traditional art deco style shop house. Originally the house was renovated 10 years ago. The new owner however believed it was too dark and desired more light in the living spaces. The entire second floor in the main section of the house had been allocated for a master bedroom/study space with an en suite bathroom. Bringing light into this long plot was an important consideration. A large air well divides the two sections of the house allowing for maximum light to penetrate the living spaces. Aluminum wall cladding wraps around the void. The aluminum bands reflect light into the living spaces.

The kitchen has been finished in a seamless aluminum cladding. This creates a refined kitchen space. A balance between the aluminum and the frangipani garden in the internal courtyard has developed a stimulating spatial experience. The contrasting relationship between the organic element and the long linear metal elements provide a suitable connecting space. Several stepping-stones link the lounge and kitchen space across the pool divide. The Century Frangipani is a native tree that has been associated with Buddhist and Hindu cultures. The old twisted trunk adds to the character of the house. It is contained within modern elements. This reflects the concept of the house in the way the old facade contains the modern.

Architect : Ong & Ong Pte Ltd
Photographs : Derek Swalwell
Source : archdaily