Cover This terrace house by Prestige Global Designs transforms a developer-built property into a warm and stylish home
This terrace house by Prestige Global Designs transforms a developer-built property into a warm and stylish home
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With spaces for work, play and everything in between, this five-storey terrace house in East Coast by Prestige Global Designs balances relaxed elegance with everyday functionality
When Jeremy Tay of Prestige Global Designs was first approached to work on a home on Haig Lane, the property’s walls had not yet been erected. While the developer had built several houses along the same stretch, the homeowners turned to Tay to create something more personal.
“They already had a main contractor in mind,” he recalls. “But they wanted our input for space planning and interior selections.” At the heart of the design brief was the desire for a home that feels relaxed yet refined, where every corner serves a purpose.
The outcome is a five-storey terrace house that delights at every turn. Inside, soaring spaces unfold gradually to reveal a layered interior that is calming, contemporary, and attuned to the rhythm of the homeowners’ daily lives.
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Above The terrace house double-height dining area feels stately and expansive while still facilitates diagonal view
Above The design team utilised two types of pendant lights to create a dynamic arrangement above
The terrace house double-height dining area feels stately and expansive while still facilitates diagonal view
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A Sense of Discovery
Though it appears simple from the outside, the contemporary house is cleverly articulated into five levels, with an architectural layout that creates a sense of discovery as one moves through the home. The main entrance leads to a double-volume living room on what is technically the second level. A short flight of stairs reveals the first level, where the car park is located. Beyond the living room are the dining space, kitchen and bar.
Above The terraced house’s kitchen is simple yet functional, enabling fuss-free food preparation
The terraced house’s kitchen is simple yet functional, enabling fuss-free food preparation
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Family Ties
The upper levels of the terrace house the private quarters: the daughter’s bedroom and study, the wife’s and husband’s individual home offices, and the master suite.
In the daughter’s bedroom, soft pink tones and whimsical details create a dreamy yet sophisticated space. He highlights that the room was designed to allow her to grow up along with the space.
The homeowners also requested that the wife’s study be next to the daughter’s. “The wife wanted the home office parked together with the daughter’s study room so she can watch over her or study together,” Tay explains. The studies have been designed next to each other, with a divider for privacy when required.
Above Subtle elements in the daughter’s bedroom allow the space to adapt to her evolving tastes as she grows up
Above The daughter’s room is dressed in soft pink tones and whimsical details
Subtle elements in the daughter’s bedroom allow the space to adapt to her evolving tastes as she grows up
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The terrace house’s master suite exudes a quiet luxury, with a custom walk-in wardrobe featuring curtain-inspired textures. “We wanted to extend the curtains’ texture all the way [to the wardrobe],” Tay says, for a seamless look. The master bathroom features double sinks and a private outdoor shower. Blinds ensure privacy.
Above Decorative toile de jouy-inspired screens lend personality to the master suite
Decorative toile de jouy-inspired screens lend personality to the master suite
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Above The terrace house’s master suite features a sleek vanity for the wife
Above The custom walk-in wardrobe cleverly incorporates geometric motifs inspired by the drape of the curtains for a cohesive look
The terrace house’s master suite features a sleek vanity for the wife
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While the property doesn’t have a rooftop, multiple balconies feature throughout the residence. The design firm made full use of the space, adding an outdoor lounging area, swimming pool and gym.
“We initially wanted to place a beautiful plant or tree [to fill the space],” he explains. “But the homeowners are functional people.” Instead, he designed an outdoor gym area equipped with a power rack. The space also allows for a yoga mat, letting the wife practise yoga outdoors.
Above The terrace house’s outdoor gym is fitted with floral-patterned Hafary tiles and a power rack
Above The terrace house’s spacious outdoor lounging area is bordered by rejuvenating greenery
The terrace house’s outdoor gym is fitted with floral-patterned Hafary tiles and a power rack
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The top floor is dedicated to the husband’s home office, providing a secluded environment for focused work and private meetings. The sleek, modern space is infused with personality through his impressive collection of figurines, thoughtfully displayed to add a personal touch to the otherwise minimalist setting.
Above The husband’s impressive superhero figurine collection adds colour and character to the terrace house’s sleek home office
Above The husband’s office feels stately yet whimsical, animated by his extensive superhero figurine collection
The husband’s impressive superhero figurine collection adds colour and character to the terrace house’s sleek home office
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Connecting the Dots
Materials were carefully selected to evoke warmth and understated elegance, with subtle design touches unifying the interior spaces.
For example, as the homeowners did not want to design the living room “in an elaborative way”, Tay suggested using statement tiles instead. Leafy Hafary tiles are used in the living room, resembling a watercolour painting. Complementing the feature wall are butterfly pendant lights. The butterfly motifs and leaf-patterned tiles continue into the bar area, providing a cohesive design throughout the space.
The carpentry was fully customised, from the sleek kitchen cabinetry to the wardrobes. “The homeowners allowed us to design everything,” Tay remarks.
Above Foliage pattern on the wall is not wallpaper but large-format tiles from Hafary, selected for their biophilic appearance and ease of maintenance
Foliage pattern on the wall is not wallpaper but large-format tiles from Hafary, selected for their biophilic appearance and ease of maintenance
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Lighting plays a pivotal role in shaping the terrace house’s ambience. In the dining area, Tay shares how he wanted to create a “celestial effect” by grouping two different pendant lights together. Furnishings-wise, various pieces were sourced from local brands, including Boulevard Outdoor Inspirations, Snow Globe Home, and Made & Make.
Above The bar area features statement tiles, complemented with butterfly-shaped pendant lights
The bar area features statement tiles, complemented with butterfly-shaped pendant lights
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Reflecting on the eight-month project, Tay highlights the terrace house’s dining and living areas as his own favourite spaces as they allowed him to push the boundaries while also adhering to the homeowners’ needs and requirements. In essence, he believes the home embodies its owners’ personalities, with every element attesting to their individual lifestyles.
Above The perforated-metal balustrade ensures safety while maintaining visibility and a sense of lightness
Above The terrace house’s pool area is tucked at the side of the site, ensuring privacy from the street
The perforated-metal balustrade ensures safety while maintaining visibility and a sense of lightness
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Amanda Goh was the former senior writer for Tatler Singapore.
