For the home’s colour palette, the designer selected soft and neutral tones, with pops of colour added through pink accent pieces. “Creating a blank canvas to add art and accessories is my firm’s USP (unique selling point),” she says. “I prefer to keep the walls and furniture neutral and play with cushions and art for colour. In this apartment, I have gone with cream and grey with a hint of pink.”  

The open-plan living and dining area is a restful space with a tactile mix of linen, velvet and suede upholstery fabrics. She also collaborated with local luxury retailer Royal Interiors to select furnishings for the home.

“We wanted the open-plan living and dining area to be entertainment-friendly as well as work for movie nights and dinners with family and friends. I loved adding the cushions, candles and styling it,” says Chainani, who considers it her favourite space to design in this home.

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Glass elements help expand the sense of space, while high-gloss lacquered ebony finishes add warmth to the interior. A rug and lounge furniture makes the adjacent balcony just as cosy; this includes a swinging chair, which contributes to the relaxing ambience of the space. The kitchen area is maximised with the use of bar stools, which turn the island counter into a bar area and a cosy nook for breakfasts and quick meals on busy days.

The study, in particular, required a major overhaul as the existing built-in furnishings did not match the owners’ lifestyle. Chainani redesigned the study as a work-from-home office to cater to the clients’ new telecommuting needs. The study was also to double as a secondary guest room; so the challenge was to incorporate a foldaway bed, storage and prayer area while designing the space to match the home’s overall interior scheme. 

The master bedroom features an off-white scheme, with an enchanting floral wallpaper at the vanity creating visual interest while pink accents add pops of colour to the space. It also features an elegant walk-in wardrobe with French-inspired panelled doors on the cabinetry and a neutral scheme. The guest room is another tranquil space, with blue tones on the cushions and wall-hung painting contributing to its restful look.

Completed swiftly in two months, the owner is delighted with the makeover of her home, particularly with the look of their living room and study. The designer is just as thrilled with the result, and considers it a job well done.

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