Bud Studio’s elegant take on small-space living

Jun 02, 2025

Framed by full-height cabinetry, the ensuite vanity in richly veined green marble anchors the bedroom with sculptural boldness and tailored utility

Cover Framed by full-height cabinetry, the ensuite vanity—designed by Bud Studio in richly veined green marble—anchors the bedroom with sculptural boldness and tailored utility

Framed by full-height cabinetry, the ensuite vanity—designed by Bud Studio in richly veined green marble—anchors the bedroom with sculptural boldness and tailored utility

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This open home by Bud Studio overcomes limited space and the afternoon heat to embody calm, cohesive elegance

At just 800 square feet, this two-bedroom condominium in Leonie Hill presented Bud Studio with the challenge of turning a small, west-facing unit into a serene, spatially efficient retreat. The brief called for clean circulation and minimal material variation—yet without sacrificing functional essentials such as a dining area, sofa and TV console in the shared living space. Instead of conventional zoning, Bud Studio employed visual layering, suspended elements and clever intersections to achieve openness.

Key to the transformation was the strategic use of form: a wall-mounted TV console floats above the floor to enhance flow, while the dining table intersects with the kitchen counter in a single, streamlined gesture. Throughout the home, muted finishes—cream microcement, beige limewash, timber accents—are elegantly offset by rich green marble, grounding the interiors with tactile contrast.

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With clean lines and softly curved forms, the olive green sofa anchors the living room in quiet luxury—proof that comfort and elegance can coexist in compact proportions

From the marble counter to the oak cabinetry, every detail in the open kitchen is considered for both form and function. A subtle glow from concealed lighting breathes warmth into the kitchen’s natural textures, highlighting the interplay of wood, stone, and plaster

With its expressive veining and monolithic presence, the dark marble kitchen island adds visual weight and grounding to the otherwise light-toned space

The open-plan layout seamlessly merges kitchen, dining, and living zones—making every square metre count without sacrificing visual harmony

Minimal yet characterful, the floating console offers a quiet moment of tactility with its natural wood grain and softly integrated shelves, while the concealed LED strips create a soft, ambient glow

A glimpse into the bedroom beyond hints at spatial continuity and calm—where every surface and finish contributes to a restful, restrained aesthetic

Photo 1 of 6 With clean lines and softly curved forms, the olive green sofa anchors the living room in quiet luxury—proof that comfort and elegance can coexist in compact proportions

Photo 2 of 6 From the marble counter to the oak cabinetry, every detail in the open kitchen is considered for both form and function. A subtle glow from concealed lighting breathes warmth into the kitchen’s natural textures, highlighting the interplay of wood, stone, and plaster

Photo 3 of 6 With its expressive veining and monolithic presence, the dark marble kitchen island adds visual weight and grounding to the otherwise light-toned space

Photo 4 of 6 The open-plan layout seamlessly merges kitchen, dining, and living zones—making every square metre count without sacrificing visual harmony

Photo 5 of 6 Minimal yet characterful, the floating console offers a quiet moment of tactility with its natural wood grain and softly integrated shelves, while the concealed LED strips create a soft, ambient glow

Photo 6 of 6 A glimpse into the bedroom beyond hints at spatial continuity and calm—where every surface and finish contributes to a restful, restrained aesthetic

With clean lines and softly curved forms, the olive green sofa anchors the living room in quiet luxury—proof that comfort and elegance can coexist in compact proportions

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Layered efficiency

One of the main challenges was the home’s small footprint, especially in the integrated living, dining and kitchen area. Rather than forcing traditional layouts into a tight space, Bud Studio introduced suspended and interlocking volumes to keep the floor visually open. A tall, slim TV console hovers, drawing the eye laterally and allowing for unimpeded movement.

Just opposite, the dining table is designed as a seamless extension of the kitchen counter. This not only economises space, but also anchors the entry sequence with a sculptural dual-purpose form. These gestures prioritise circulation without compromising on daily function—a balance achieved via proportion, placement, and an acute sensitivity to visual weight.

“The suspended elements in the living and dining area were especially enjoyable to develop,” says designer Mark Goh, who led the project at Bud Studio. “They show how form can indeed create function. The slim profile of the console improves circulation, and the intersection of the kitchen top and the dining table allows for a less conventional but also highly effective placement.”

The headboard’s walnut veneer and integrated bedside lights frame the bed in understated elegance, echoing the home’s overall tone of organic calm

Framed by a full-height wall of glazing, the bedroom reveals panoramic views of Singapore’s skyline—contrasted by the quiet tactility of wood, stone, and wool

A play of planes and precision: the monolithic basin is elevated by stepped ledges and a refined, minimal tapware selection

Mirrored and minimalist, the vanity echoes the bathroom beyond—establishing both visual rhythm and practical symmetry in this compact layout

Storage and function are seamlessly integrated: the freestanding vanity unit floats above a walnut plinth, flanked by concealed cabinetry in the same neutral palette

A curated shower niche and chrome fixtures keep things fuss-free—proving that form and function need not compete in a tight footprint

A closer look at the built-in study’s refined material layering: veined marble, blackened wood, and warm walnut in seamless harmony

Sleek fixtures, clear glass partitions, and a palette of stone tones lend the ensuite bath a modern spa-like serenity

A serene palette and refined material choices give the bedroom a timeless elegance, with the built-in headboard and desk forming a cohesive backdrop to daily life

Carved into the corridor wall, this bespoke vanity marries warm wood accents with raw-textured stone; a subtle strip of cove lighting enhances the architectural frame of the basin area, adding warmth and definition to the tactile material palette

Photo 1 of 11 The headboard’s walnut veneer and integrated bedside lights frame the bed in understated elegance, echoing the home’s overall tone of organic calm

Photo 2 of 11 Framed by a full-height wall of glazing, the bedroom reveals panoramic views of Singapore’s skyline—contrasted by the quiet tactility of wood, stone, and wool

Photo 3 of 11 A play of planes and precision: the monolithic basin is elevated by stepped ledges and a refined, minimal tapware selection

Photo 4 of 11 Mirrored and minimalist, the vanity echoes the bathroom beyond—establishing both visual rhythm and practical symmetry in this compact layout

Photo 5 of 11 Photographed by Daniel Koh, 2024.

Photo 6 of 11 Storage and function are seamlessly integrated: the freestanding vanity unit floats above a walnut plinth, flanked by concealed cabinetry in the same neutral palette

Photo 7 of 11 A curated shower niche and chrome fixtures keep things fuss-free—proving that form and function need not compete in a tight footprint

Photo 8 of 11 A closer look at the built-in study’s refined material layering: veined marble, blackened wood, and warm walnut in seamless harmony

Photo 9 of 11 Sleek fixtures, clear glass partitions, and a palette of stone tones lend the ensuite bath a modern spa-like serenity

Photo 10 of 11 A serene palette and refined material choices give the bedroom a timeless elegance, with the built-in headboard and desk forming a cohesive backdrop to daily life

Photo 11 of 11 Carved into the corridor wall, this bespoke vanity marries warm wood accents with raw-textured stone; a subtle strip of cove lighting enhances the architectural frame of the basin area, adding warmth and definition to the tactile material palette

The headboard’s walnut veneer and integrated bedside lights frame the bed in understated elegance, echoing the home’s overall tone of organic calm

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Tactile continuity

Material restraint was a key design priority. The clients desired a concise palette that could be applied with consistency across rooms. Bud Studio used cream microcement floors and textured beige limewash walls as the base canvas, allowing each space to feel connected and calm. The timber accents introduce warmth and rhythm, while the green marble provides strategic punctuation—used sparingly but decisively to define focal points.

In the master bedroom, a slab of green marble reappears as a dramatic feature, anchoring the room in continuity with the communal areas. A suspended mirror above the vanity echoes the elevated language employed in the living zone, reinforcing the overall design vocabulary and reinforcing the illusion of space.

Bud Studio, 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace #02-06.

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Images: Daniel Koh

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Suspended serenity: Bud Studio’s elegant take on small-space living

Layered efficiency

Tactile continuity