To create the perfect setting for both the Asian heritage pieces and new furnishings, the team gave the walls a fresh coat of paint in white and cream tones and matched these with built-in cabinetry clad in pale wood veneer. Homogeneous tiles and marble slabs in light hues were selected primarily from Hafary to complement the simple base palette.

The entrance sets the tone for this artistic approach, with a painting by Vietnamese artist Linh Chi taking pride of place here. The space segues to the bright and airy living room, where a colourful work by Tran Nguyen Dung catches the eye above the vermillion-hued sofa. These are matched with custom coffee tables crafted with Patagonia granite slabs; above this tableau are spotlights that help to enhance the beauty of the natural stone.

A pair of curved chairs upholstered in a dark fabric from Pierre Frey continues the graceful look, while an off-white area rug adds a plush touch. Book-matched New York marble is used for the flooring to make a grand statement, while open shelves with integrated lighting highlight treasured pottery pieces.

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The adjacent dining room continues the vibrant look of the living room with a set of six ruby-red chairs that encircles a custom dining table produced by Industry+ using a marble top from Soon Bee Huat. In the kitchen, dynamic geometric flooring energises the black-and-white scheme. These are coupled with cabinets incorporating task lighting that highlights the beautiful graining of the kitchen countertop, which is clad in surfaces from Cosentino.

One of the key details of the brief was to create unique rooms, each with its own colour scheme and theme. The master suite is where the owner’s love of Parisian style and Art Deco elements comes to the fore. Here, slab-cut Volakas Gold marble clads the full stretch of the suite from the bathroom to the bed area.

The concept of the master suite is that of a “Parisian-style loft,” says Chieng. To brighten the wardrobe area, the design team got rid of the solid walls between the dressing area and the bathroom and replaced them with tempered glass panels framed in black powder-coated mild steel.

This results in a master bathroom that is a truly show-stopping zone enclosed by double glass doors. Within the space, the detailed metalwork and the curved corners bring a sense of visual intrigue to the elegant monochromatic scheme.

The pièce de résistance is the bathtub, which rests on a platform and is flanked by a geometric metal lattice that creates a remarkable backdrop. A mosaic wall adds extra shine to the space.

In the resting quarters of the master suite, curved walnut panels continue the sinuous lines that are evident in the master bathroom while echoing the rounded forms of the other wooden furnishings in the space. The TV feature wall is spray painted in a finish that harmonises with the colours and style of the homeowner’s existing furnishings. These details bring about “an old-world charm,” adds Chieng, which is finessed with equally graceful artworks that make the hotel-like setting feel cosy and luxurious.

In the guest rooms, a sense of that Parisian flair for design is channelled through the Art Deco-style furnishings. The owner paid careful attention to the art curation, commissioning pieces that matched the look and colour scheme of each space while offering room for new pieces in the near future.

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From the unique designs of the custom headboards to the variety of rugs and art, the owner’s passion for decorating clearly shines through. This was capped off by the design team, who incorporated sleek desks and wardrobes in beige and earthy tones to complete the look.

Completed swiftly in nine months, this vibrant interior fuses Asian and European influences beautifully and effortlessly. The project also offered plenty of learning opportunities for Chieng and her colleagues.

“The owner looked meticulously into intricate details, especially of having hues that stay true to the principles of Art Deco style, and having subtle, sensual curves on the legs of the customised chairs and furnishings,” says Chieng. “I’ve learnt more about detailing and the use of different materials, such as constructing a curved glass wall. I really enjoyed the design process!”

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