Inside An Oriental Brutalist Home With A Unique Glass Brick Walkway

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This week, we tour a beautifully renovated 1,076 square-foot, three-bedroom condo apartment. Sam, an in-house legal counsel, has meticulously tailored it to create a unique, personal sanctuary.
Starting with a standard three-bedroom layout, Sam embarked on transformative renovations. The two original bedrooms were merged to form a spacious master bedroom, and the former master room was converted into a purposeful study. A concealed door was artfully integrated into the design, leading seamlessly to these private areas.
Sam combined the living and dining spaces to form an expansive dining area. Here, you’ll find a black-themed brutalist design with oriental touches, including the most eye-catching of all, a hanging light fixture that resembles a dragon moving through the wind. This area, equipped with a three-meter-long dining table, is made for hosting and lacks a television to foster meaningful conversation.

One of the apartment’s highlights is the balcony. Offering impressive views, it’s Sam’s preferred spot for morning coffee. Inside, Jacky Tsai’s ‘Summer Palace’ painting makes a striking statement and fits harmoniously within the overall design.

Moving to the bedroom is a unique experience due to the glass bricks by the walkway and the hammered steel plates of the ceiling to give it a water ripple-like effect.

The bedroom arrangement has been optimised for TV placement, while maintaining the tranquil atmosphere. An innovatively designed walk-in wardrobe hides clothes behind non-glass doors to preserve the color scheme. The en-suite bathroom, mostly kept in its original, well-furnished state, benefits from the addition of corner lights for an enhanced lighting effect.

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In response to the COVID era, Sam’s workspace was carefully designed to include a professional backdrop for video calls, doubling as a display for books and other items. Importantly, the study provides a spot for Sam’s piano, allowing him to play without disturbing his neighbors.

Special thanks to Sam for opening up his lovely home to us. If you’d like to get connected to their ID for the design of your own home, you can reach out to them via this link: https://bit.ly/stacked-oblivion-lab. Successful projects get a $500 Stacked Store voucher!
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