Bukit Merah | Singapore 110 Bukit Purmei Road Property Type:...Read More
S$115,000
139 sqm
Contemporary
2019
Experience a 5-room HDB transformed with warmth, function, and contemporary finesse.
This Bukit Batok home embodies a “lived-in contemporary” style, moving away from cold minimalism toward spaces that feel spa-like, tactile, and inviting. Every zone leverages light, texture, and thoughtful layout to create a cohesive home that balances style with daily functionality.
Design Insight: “At 141 Bukit Batok Street 11, the natural light entry is significant. We chose light-reflective floor tiles and sheer drapery to maximise daylight, ensuring the contemporary tones feel airy rather than heavy.” — Lead Interior Designer
Continuous Material Palette: The living and dining areas were designed as one flowing volume, using warm woods, marble, and subtle blacks to unify the space.
Media Focal Point: A marble-clad TV wall anchors the living room, while vertical wooden slats introduce rhythm and architectural depth.
Dynamic Dining: A geometric bookshelf with integrated lighting doubles as storage and a gallery wall, creating a sophisticated backdrop for gatherings.
Why It Works for Homeowners: The open-plan layout promotes social interaction, visual cohesion, and a sense of spaciousness—critical in high-density HDB living.
A dedicated sacred space adds spiritual depth to the home.
Design Strategy: The entryway acts as a threshold of transition, separating everyday living from the sacred zone.
Materiality: Textured stone walls ground the deities in natural elements, allowing traditional iconography to harmonise with contemporary interiors.
Lighting: Warm integrated lights enhance serenity and highlight the spiritual focal point.
Homeowner Benefit: Balances modern design with cultural tradition, giving the home a quiet, reverent atmosphere.
Each bedroom is a personal retreat, yet the Warm Contemporary palette ties the spaces together.
Master Bedroom: Chevron-patterned wood panels as headboards add depth and movement.
Junior Suite / Study Bedroom: Handle-less dual-tone wardrobes and integrated white desk maintain uncluttered functionality.
Textiles & Accents: Blue-and-white geometric patterns add visual rhythm, breaking the neutral palette without overwhelming it.
Key Insight: Thoughtful zoning and material selection maximise usability while keeping spaces serene and stylish.
The kitchen is treated as a functional art piece, visually connected to the living area.
Glass Partitions: Allow the geometric backsplash and warm wood cabinetry to be seen, maintaining openness.
Cabinetry: Matte white upper cabinets and wood lower units balance brightness with warmth.
Accessories: Open shelves, glass jars, and small potted plants add functionality and organic touches.
Why It Works: Combines efficiency, transparency, and design continuity, turning the kitchen into a visual focal point without sacrificing practicality.
| Element | Selection | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Wood | Natural Oak / Warm Teak | Adds warmth to balance cool whites |
| Accent Stone | Veined Marble & Textured Slate | Introduces luxury and permanence |
| Metal Finishes | Matte Black & Chrome | Creates sharp, modern outlines |
| Textiles | Blue/White Geometric Patterns | Adds visual rhythm and breaks neutral monotony |
Inspired by the contemporary textures and warmth of 141 Bukit Batok? Whether you own a 3-room, 4-room, 5-room, or 3-generation flat, Zenith Arc designers specialise in translating your personal style into cohesive, functional, and beautiful spaces.
