Inside An Interior Designer’s Colour-Packed 5-Room HDB Built In The 1980s
Get The Property Insights Serious Buyers Read First: Join 50,000+ readers who rely on our weekly breakdowns of Singapore’s property market.
In this week’s episode, Wee Hian, an insurance professional, and Ashley, an interior designer, showcase their design in a 1980s 5-room HDB flat. Spanning 118 square metres, this home is crafted for comfort, gatherings, and a vivid display of their personalities and collectables.

The entrance features a wood-laminated door without a gate, leading to a foyer with terracotta tiles and increased grout lines for rustic charm.

A glass divider with a bright frame separates the living area while maintaining openness. Playful elements like curved settees and a storeroom with yellow French doors add character.
The common bathroom incorporates a hidden door, mirrors for spatial illusions, and neon lights for a party-ready vibe. The reduced kitchen uses a mix of bold cabinets, a marble backsplash, and a blue-framed door to achieve a vibrant aesthetic.

A spacious living and dining area connects seamlessly, with a customised oval sintered stone dining table for 14. Built-in cabinetry houses figurines, while a water dispenser enhances convenience. Curtains replace doors, continuing a feature from their previous home.

The guest room, formerly a balcony, includes a fitted platform and sofa bed, doubling as storage. Their bedroom maintains simplicity, serving as a serene retreat amidst this lively and functional home.

Connect with the designer here. Successful projects get a $500 Stacked Store voucher!
At Stacked, we like to look beyond the headlines and surface-level numbers, and focus on how things play out in the real world.
If you’d like to discuss how this applies to your own circumstances, you can reach out for a one-to-one consultation here.
And if you simply have a question or want to share a thought, feel free to write to us at stories@stackedhomes.com — we read every message.
Read next from Home Tours
Home Tours Inside A Minimalist’s Tiny Loft With A Stunning City View
Editor's Pick This Beautiful Japanese-Inspired 5-Room HDB Home Features an Indoor Gravel Garden
Home Tours A Family’s Monochrome Open-Concept Home with Colour Accents
Home Tours A Bright Minimalist Condo Apartment With A Loft
Latest Posts
New Launch Condo Analysis This New Dairy Farm Condo Starts From $998K — How the Pricing Compares
Homeowner Stories We Could Walk Away With $460,000 In Cash From Our EC. Here’s Why We Didn’t Upgrade.
On The Market Here Are The Cheapest Newer 3-Bedroom Condos You Can Still Buy Under $1.7M
Singapore Property News Why Buying Or Refinancing Your Home Makes More Sense In 2026
New Launch Condo Reviews Narra Residences Review: A New Condo in Dairy Farm Priced Close To An EC From $1,930 PSF
Property Market Commentary Why Looking at Average HDB Prices No Longer Tells the Full Story: A New Series
Singapore Property News This Latest $962 PSF Land Bid May Push Dairy Farm Homes Past $2,300 PSF — Here’s Why
On The Market Orchard Road’s Most Unlikely $250 Million Property Is Finally Up for Sale — After 20 Years
Editor's Pick We Analyse “Safer” Resale Condos in Singapore to See If They’re Actually Worth Buying: A New Series
Editor's Pick Why 2026 May Be a Good Year to Buy an EC — With an Important Caveat
Overseas Property Investing What $940,000 Buys You in Penang Today — Inside a New Freehold Landed Estate
Singapore Property News One of Singapore’s Biggest Property Agencies Just Got Censured
New Launch Condo Analysis This New Freehold CBD Condo Starts From $1.29M — Here’s How the Pricing Compares
Singapore Property News Over 3,500 People Visit Narra Residences During First Preview Weekend
Editor's Pick 66% of Units at Coastal Cabana Sold at End of First Sales Day, Prices Average $1,734 psf