Bukit Merah | Singapore 110 Bukit Purmei Road Property Type:...Read More
S$187,000
160 sqm
Contemporary
2022
When we took on the renovation of this duplex unit at 186B Bishan Street 13, the goal was clear: defy the expectations of public housing. By leveraging the generous 1,600+ sq ft footprint, Zenith Arc transformed a standard HDB layout into a high-end “Contemporary Statement Home” that rivals the sophistication of a landed property.
The design anchors on “Dark Luxe”—a palette of walnut wood, Nero Marquina marble, and cognac leathers that creates a moody, architectural atmosphere.
The double-height void is the soul of an Executive Maisonette. We maximised this vertical volume to create a sense of grandeur:
Floating Light Staircase: Custom LED strips are embedded beneath each tread, turning the staircase into a glowing sculpture.
Ribbon Pendant Lighting: Cascading metallic spirals fill the air, drawing the eye upward to emphasise the ceiling height.
Visual Expansion: A tinted mirror panel on the upper landing doubles the perceived depth of the void.
The dining area features a massive statement island crafted from Cosmic Gold Granite. This isn’t just a table; it’s a functional piece of art.
Integrated Entertaining: A built-in wine chiller is positioned within arm’s reach, seamlessly bridging the dining area and the walnut-clad kitchen.
Hidden Utility: We utilised black-framed glass partitions to separate the wet kitchen and laundry, containing noise without sacrificing the open-plan flow.
The Master Bedroom: Designed like a boutique hotel, featuring a full-height fluted headboard and a glass-fronted “walk-in” wardrobe with internal sensory lighting.
Daughter’s Room (The Contrast): A soft pivot into Chinoiserie style. Hand-painted bird-and-branch wallpaper and sage green velvet provide a feminine, serene escape from the home’s darker tones.
We treated the bathrooms with a “zero-compromise” approach to materials:
Guest Powder Room: Features a sculptural freestanding pedestal basin set against bronze-toned fluted panels.
Master Bath: Large-format dark marble tiles paired with wood-look flooring for a warm, spa-like contrast.
Seamless Finishes: Wall-hung toilets and concealed cisterns create a clean, modern silhouette that is easy to maintain.
HDB Executive Maisonettes in mature estates like Bishan are rare gems. Their duplex nature allows for a clear “zoning” between social and private lives that standard BTOs cannot offer.
Expert Tip: When renovating a Maisonette, don’t treat the two floors as separate apartments. Use a consistent material palette—like the walnut and marble used here—to create a “narrative” that connects the entire home.
| Concept | Dark Luxe / Contemporary |
| Hero Material | Magma Gold Granite & Walnut Fluted Panels |
| Lighting | Integrated LED Strips & Ribbon Pendants |
| Kitchen Type | Open-plan Dry Kitchen + Enclosed Wet Kitchen |
| Unique Feature | Double-height void with glass balustrades |
At Zenith Arc, we don’t just renovate; we re-engineer spaces. As a CaseTrust and BCA accredited firm, we bring technical precision to complex duplex layouts.
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