These Homes In Singapore Are Indisputably The Gems Of Singapore Property
There is a saying that home is the person or place you want to return to over and over again.
In a land-scarce city like Singapore, home comes in a the form of a HDB flat, condominium or for some, landed property or perhaps even a bungalow.
However, did you know that Singapore is also home to some of the most breathtakingly-huge and rare houses?
Here are three of these stately residences that are indisputably the gems of Singapore property.
1. The Screen House – K2LD Architects
Situated just beside the zigzag house in Singapore is this unique contemporary residence, also known as The Screen House.
The striking features of the house are the use of various geometrical elements: a linear block and a curvilinear pavilion that is elevated above the prevailing shared gardens.
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The use of parallel lines and smooth textures around the house creates the illusion of wide and comfortable spaces.
Additionally, the use of timber screens along the linear block allows the rooms to breathe while providing the necessary privacy for the homeowners.
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The architectural element that clearly stands out is the curved pavilion located midway between the house.
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Likewise, the use of wooden panels reflects the strategy of blending in with nature as it overlooks that trees and garden in the property.
Given the structure and location of the curved pavilion, the swimming pool takes a unique shape, maximising the available space.
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Given that most of the living quarters and swimming pool are somewhat reclined deep within the landscape of the house, it has been dubbed as achieving the act of “disappearance”, by providing privacy to both the homeowners and their neighbours.
2. JKC2 House – ONG&ONG Pte Ltd
Luxury is clearly evident in every part of this house, which also known as JKC2 House by ONG&ONG Pte Ltd. Despite its rather lacklustre name, the luxurious residence in Bukit Timah comprises of three structures that border a spacious courtyard.
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Given the humid weather of Singapore’s climate, the upper pods open up to the pools below to create a feeling of vastness. Furthermore, the house’s unique structure demanded painstaking attention to every detail.
Every single piece of tile, glass and aluminium padding has to follow a certain template and was all custom-made. Additionally, the curvilinear staircase was laser-cut from thick pieces of steel, welded together and hand-polished.
This unique house clearly reflects the seamless integration of defined geometries and fluid lines and curves.
Final thoughts
These houses are undeniably the gems of Singapore property. Each of these stately residences is clearly the pinnacle of living. Imagine extravagant living spaces coupled with expansive open spaces and natural surrounding greenery.
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