Cover This cosy space features by Architology Interiors cheerful yellow accents and a backdrop of lush foliage
This cosy space features by Architology Interiors cheerful yellow accents and a backdrop of lush foliage
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Architology Interiors reimagines a spacious family home in District 11 with a keen eye for longevity, comfort, and quiet luxury
With a land area of 9,000 sq ft and a built-up footprint of 7,000 sq ft, this two-storey detached home on Merryn Road had ample room on paper, yet an inconvenient layout belied its size. Previous addition and alteration works had left the interiors feeling fragmented and difficult to navigate, particularly for the owners’ elderly parents.
To reconfigure the home, the owners appointed Terrence Quah, co-founder of Architology Interiors, to lead the renovation. Working with ACO Architects, Quah sought to restore clarity to the spatial flow while fulfilling a precise brief: to create a sense of openness, establish seamless entertaining zones, frame a grand entrance, and improve accessibility across the board.
“This meant considering the possibility that the parents may not be able to climb the steps to enter the home or reach their bedrooms upstairs [in future],” says Quah. In response, the team designed an elongated timber feature wall incorporating a five-metre concealed shoe cabinet and an equally discreet ramp, seamlessly integrated into the sheltered porch and easily accessible from the car.
This balancing act between architectural expression and day-to-day functionality became the project’s driving force. “We wanted a home that could evolve with the family—flexible enough to accommodate both intimate moments and large gatherings,” Quah adds.
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Above A sinuous spiral staircase softens the minimalist living room
A sinuous spiral staircase softens the minimalist living room
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A Sculptural Anchor
Above The living room’s custom floating metal TV wall makes quite an impression
The living room’s custom floating metal TV wall makes quite an impression
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The centrepiece of the abode is a sweeping spiral staircase that links the formal common zones on the ground floor with the private bedrooms above. “It is the connecting feature of the entire home,” says Quah.
Marble flooring was laid in a precise cross pattern to draw attention to the staircase. “Achieving this was challenging, as the proportions had to be calibrated to perfection,” he adds.
The living area was also given various upgrades, including a timber-lined ceiling that features concealed speakers. Below it, a custom anodised metal TV console appears to float, suspended cleanly from the ceiling.
Above An LED-lit display and stone-clad feature wall add visual rhythm inside this home by Architology Interiors
An LED-lit display and stone-clad feature wall add visual rhythm inside this home by Architology Interiors
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One With the Elements
Above Statement lighting and artworks accent the otherwise monochromatic dining area
Above This cosy space features by Architology Interiors cheerful yellow accents and a backdrop of lush foliage
Statement lighting and artworks accent the otherwise monochromatic dining area
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With the property located near a highway, Quah had to find a way to filter out ambient noise while opening the house up to nature.
Operable windows along the internal courtyard facilitate cross-ventilation. The facade facing the green buffer zone was fitted with full-height, double-glazed glass panels which serve to muffle traffic noise and also offer scenic jungle views. “The owner was thrilled—it reminded him of being in PS Café at Dempsey Hill,” says Quah.
The dining room furthers this natural immersion. A glass wall creates a framed tableau of surrounding greenery, while doors open out to a courtyard garden with a low-slung water feature that masks city clatter with a quiet trickle.
Above Custom carpentry turns the owner’s Bearbrick collection into a unique feature that goes well with the colourful art collection in this home by Architology Interiors
Custom carpentry turns the owner’s Bearbrick collection into a unique feature that goes well with the colourful art collection in this home by Architology Interiors
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Tailored Comfort
Above The master bedroom exudes a hushed, intimate mood with its dark, cocooning palette
The master bedroom exudes a hushed, intimate mood with its dark, cocooning palette
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The homeowner’s previous experience in another landed property informed several design choices. Having encountered termite infestations in the past, they were wary of using wooden floors.
As a result, timber was used selectively—most notably in the spiral staircase, where its visual warmth was non-negotiable. Elsewhere, Quah opted for marble, metal and soft-textured alternatives to achieve the same sense of comfort without the risk.
For the private quarters, the studio collaborated with fine rug atelier Tappeti to custom-design whole-room carpets. Composed of art silk and wool, each was padded with thick underlay for comfort and acoustics. These plush expanses bring softness and warmth to the bedrooms and upper lounge, counterbalancing the cooler surfaces of the architectural envelope.
Above A long vanity area with a smart mirror makes getting ready for the day exciting
Above The master bathroom features separate shower and WC chambers
A long vanity area with a smart mirror makes getting ready for the day exciting
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Above This playful entertainment room by Architology Interiors is anchored by a sleek poker table
This playful entertainment room by Architology Interiors is anchored by a sleek poker table
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Other design details—like the generous landing lounge atop the staircase, designed for relaxed family gatherings—showcase the careful planning that went into ensuring the home supports both solitude and sociability.
Quah reflects on the project with quiet pride. “The most enjoyable part was the trust the owner gave us—allowing us to craft a home that goes beyond anything we’d previously conceived in terms of detail and longevity,” he says. “We were able to pursue a level of customisation that’s rare, even in the luxury landed-home segment.”
Above Architology Interiors co-founders Terrence Quah (left) and Bu Shukun (right)
Architology Interiors co-founders Terrence Quah (left) and Bu Shukun (right)
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Founded by Terrence Quah and Bu Shukun in 2010, award-winning boutique studio Architology Interiors is known for crafting bespoke luxury interiors that integrate form and function. With an emphasis on personalisation, the studio delivers refined living environments uniquely tailored to each client’s vision and lifestyle.
Architology Interiors, 331 North Bridge Road, #11-02 Odeon Towers, Tel: 8093 1184. architology.com.sg
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