Designed by Summerhaus D’zign, a statement bar area, gilded finishes and other custom-made furnishings add up to create a dream home
When the owners of this semi-detached house in District 10 tasked Summerhaus D’zign to give it a makeover, they essentially afforded the design firm a free hand in fulfilling the brief.
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Above This sculptural piece combines a bar counter with the dining table
As with any robust relationship, the key was an ongoing dialogue. “The clients weren’t able to specifically articulate the type of design they preferred, so it was very open-ended from the beginning. We had to work closely with them to identify what they liked,” says Larry Lim, managing partner at Summerhaus D’zign. “They were concerned about balancing aesthetics with functionality and practicality.” Both parties ultimately decided on creating a luxurious interior that is also inviting and conducive for gatherings hosted by this three-generation family.

Above Another view of the bar and living area
The design firm had to work within the framework of the project’s existing finishes and structure, such as the flooring and the location of air-conditioning units. “Any additions and decorations had to match the existing features that came with the house,” says Lim.
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Above In this bedroom, a special display cabinet holds the owner’s prized collection of handbags, open to admiration and easy accessibility
It helped that the client was open to trying out new materials and combinations of textures. The design team employed a diverse mix of stainless steel, travertine, wood, quartz, tinted mirrors, wallpaper and special effects paint to fashion a cohesive whole in the 4,500sqft property.
Throughout, indirect lighting highlights the wealth of textures and creates specific moods when needed, while a neutral colour scheme holds it all together.
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Above The custom-made upholstered headboard extends to the full height of the bedroom

Above Built-in lighting features create visual interest at the entrance to the basement
The basement serves as the main entrance to this abode. Here, hidden doors, masquerading as part of a mirrored wall feature that also incorporates storage cabinets, lead to the yard, the common bathroom and the study room respectively. Lending an upscale feel to this space is a baby grand piano.
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Above Gilding trimmings and mirrored finishes create a glamorous setting

Above The Travertino Romano wall feature is applied to the stairwell from the basement up to the attic
On the first floor is the living space, where complementary finishes lend a refined elegance. The area surrounding the lift features stainless-steel strips, which are also found on the TV console. The coved ceiling is treated with a pearlescent coating for additional depth.
In the dining area, a customised dining table-and-bar sports a curved steel base and a titanium rose-gold coating. The tabletop comprises a scratch and stain-resistant Dekton top, as does the bar counter. Open shelves display bottles of liquor.
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Above A grand piano takes pride of place at the foyer of this semi-detached house
Bespoke headboards and side tables anchor the bedrooms, while plush textures in the form of cushions and rugs impart a cosy air. Altogether, this three-month project resulted in a dwelling that offers plenty to catch the eye, and a sanctuary that the owners are proud to call home.
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Above Larry Lim and Jess Koh of Summerhaus D'zign

Summerhaus D'zign
The award-winning design practice was founded in 2012 by husband-and-wife team Larry Lim and Jess Koh. At the Asia Pacific Property Awards 2017, Summerhaus D’zign was the winner of the Office Interior (Singapore category) for its new design studio, and Best Interior Design Apartment in Singapore for its work on The Tessarina.
Summerhaus D’zign
120 Lower Delta Road
#15-16 Cendex Centre
Tel: 6352 9118
summerhaus.com.sg




