Get Hotel-Style Design Inspiration From This Stylish Show Apartment

Get design inspiration from this show apartment at The Commodore, designed by Singapore-based firm Sujonohun, which took a cue from luxurious hotel suites

From the mood to all the well-appointed amenities, a well-designed hotel suite helps immerses the inhabitant in a restful environment.

So, when Singapore-based design firm Sujonohun was enlisted to craft a beautiful interior for a three-bedroom show unit at The Commodore condominium, the team took a cue from contemporary hotel design. “We designed this project like a hotel suite where the spaces are open and interconnected, the lights are dim and the materials used to blend in seamlessly without causing a jarring contrast in the interior,” says Sujonohun co-founder and design director Molina Hun.

Here, we pick out some clever design ideas from this show apartment to recreate that relaxing hotel-style interior in your home.

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1. Add wooden warmth

Above A vibrant art print adds visual interest to the living area

Above The muted earthy palette creates a restful mood in this show apartment designed for The Commodore

A walnut wood-tone panelling was chosen as the main material to clad the walls throughout the unit; even the ceilings are covered with lighter-toned panels to enhance the visually cohesive flow in the show apartment. Special care was taken to choose the exact shade of walnut, Hun adds, to ensure the apartment exudes a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

With this muted palette, the designer could then introduce compelling textures and details to different rooms to create visual interest. For example, vertical slats form a soothing backdrop for the master dresser, while a statement fluted wall divider separates the living room from the corridor.

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2. Select your furnishings well

Above The ample use of dark wood and warm colours impart a cosy atmosphere to the show unit

Within the stylish living room and dining area, the furnishings were carefully selected to impart a harmonious aesthetic. A taupe Tacchini Ischia sofa with sensuous curving lines takes pride of place in the living room, providing a visual counterpoint to the marble-base television console, which currently holds a framed graphic artwork.

In the dining area, a sleek island fits neatly into the space but also serves a purpose by encouraging social activity. Additionally, Arrmet Strike bar stools provide a splash of colour to enliven the monochrome tones of the home.

Above The Arrmet Strike high stools contribute to the inviting look of the kitchen island in the dining area

“We identified that the space is wider than the typical condominium unit, so we emphasise this by incorporating a freestanding island instead of having a conventional dining table tucked against the wall,” adds Hun, commenting on the design of the dining area.

“The idea is to create a centrepiece where people can gather intimately around for a meal or a good conversation.” True to the firm’s design ethos of ensuring every space is oozing with personalised touches, the eagle-eyed observer may notice something different about the built-in furnishings in this unit.

3. Create stylish custom cabinetry

Above A nook in the master bedroom shows how a mirror and a built-in drawer can add functionality to a compact space

Above A petite bar area showcases favourite bottles while offering storage for drinkware

Unlike some of the cookie-cutter apartments where the cabinetry is of a boxy form and understated hue, Hun wanted every piece to look special. “Each piece of custom-made furniture should look like an accent object that stands out against the walnut backdrop,” she explains.

For example, the calming hues in the master bedroom are accented by a specially chosen fabric with a pattern inspired by travertine. In the kitchen corridor, a petite bar counter was installed to maximise the use of space and provide a stylish nook for cocktail hour; it’s also a nod to the project’s hotel-inspired theme. “In most of our projects, besides the kitchen counter, we believe a separate drinks cabinet or counter is necessary,” she says.

4. Light it well

Above Soft ambient lighting adds a gentle glow to the show apartment

Above The designer carved out a cosy nook in the bedroom for writing and reading

To create a chic yet relaxed ambience in the show apartment, the team paid close attention to setting up a dramatic lighting scheme throughout the spaces. Key to achieving this effect is the liberal use of pendant lights that cast a golden glow as well as downlights to strategically illuminate specific areas of the show unit. Looking back on the end result with satisfaction, Hun sums it up best, saying: “This is the kind of project that we are passionate about and we are happy that we were given the freedom for creative expression.”

Photo 1 of 2 The headboard in the master bedroom features a pattern inspired by travertine

Photo 2 of 2 The guest room of the show apartment

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4 Hotel-Style Home Design Ideas We Love

1. Add wooden warmth

2. Select your furnishings well

3. Create stylish custom cabinetry

4. Light it well