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The Northshore

 1,283 sqft ︱5-room Apartment

Within this enigmatic dark interior, a mesmerizing palette of black and greyscale, composed of marble, mirrored, and metallic surfaces, weaves a narrative of mystery and deliberate detachment from the vibrant exterior of the development. The 'journey' through the elongated dark space is a deliberate orchestration, inducing a sense of compression before granting a liberating release as one advances towards the living room, where natural light pours in from the balcony, directing one's gaze outward.
A 7-meter feature wall, a guiding force in this 'journey' from the main entry, not only conceals two bedrooms and provides substantial hidden storage but also serves as a captivating canvas for the homeowners' collection of oddities, inviting curiosity about what lies beyond its façade.

The prevalence of black and dark grey on the walls and ceiling establishes a striking counterpoint to the lighter grey marble flooring. The distinct grains on the marble flooring mimic the undulating waves of a dark sea, forging a sensory connection with the waterfront panorama that unfolds before the homeowners each evening on their balcony. Playful elements surface in the form of statement tiles with mind-bending prints within display niches and the bathroom, injecting a touch of whimsy into the minimalist composition. Brushed stainless steel and mirrored wall cladding, along with strategically placed decorative objects, infuse motion into the dark expanse, creating captivating visual effects when illuminated.

This residence's interplay of dark and light, solidity and void, and varied materiality promises a unique and enduring experience for its homeowners in the years to come.

Dark minimalist living area in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring a brushed stainless steel feature wall with concealed bedroom doors, black wood slats, grey marble flooring, dark ceiling, and ambient LED lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist living area in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring a brushed stainless steel feature wall with concealed bedroom doors, black wood slats, grey marble flooring, and ambient LED lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist dining area in an HDB renovation in Singapore with stainless steel feature wall, black wood slats, black dining chairs, dark ceiling, grey marble flooring, and ambient lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist living and dining area in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring a brushed stainless steel feature wall with concealed bedroom doors, black wood slat detailing, grey marble flooring, a dark ceiling with linear LED lighting, black dining chairs, and integrated TV feature wall, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist dining area in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring a black dining table with black dining chairs, grey marble flooring, matte grey carpentry, a stainless steel countertop, and a vertical wall light with warm ambient lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist dining table detail in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring a black dining table, black dining chairs, matte grey carpentry, stainless steel countertop, and soft ambient lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist kitchen in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring matte black carpentry, an integrated sink with black tap, concealed upper cabinets, reeded glass door, and warm under-cabinet ambient lighting.
Dark minimalist entryway in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring black walls and ceiling, grey marble flooring, mirrored wall panels, a cushioned entryway bench, abstract art, sculptural floor lamp, and soft ambient lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist dresser nook in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring black wood carpentry, a built-in drawer desk, illuminated display niche with stone back panel, grey marble flooring, and warm ambient lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist dresser in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring black wood carpentry, open display shelves with integrated lighting, fluted feature wall, display niches, and ambient lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist bedroom corner in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring black wood bedside cabinetry, textured black walls, grey marble flooring, floor-length curtains, and a horizontal ambient LED light detail, designed by Studio Metanoia.
Dark minimalist toilet in an HDB renovation in Singapore, featuring monochrome marble wall tiles, a mirror cabinet with integrated storage, black stone vanity counter, and warm ambient lighting, designed by Studio Metanoia.

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