A Stylish Apartment in Singapore's Concourse Skyline Condominium Designed for Entertaining

This elegant Singapore home by Evocateurs perfectly frames a couple’s love of cooking and entertaining while providing a restful retreat for two

“We want spaces that create conversations,” declares Jennifer Murray. “The spaces that surround us have the power to impact how we feel. We want to evoke emotions from each area; whether it’s the ‘wow’ factor upon entering a home or the comfort of the space.”

Murray leads Evocateurs, a homegrown design firm that emphasise the importance of multi-sensorial spaces in its work.

This 1,431 sq ft apartment in the Concourse Skyline condominium in central Singapore certainly embodies that ethos. The owners are an American and Singaporean couple who split their time between the US and Singapore. They wanted a cosy and inviting home where their visiting children and guests would walk in and instantly smell the scent of food being prepared with love; the kitchen hence was to be the centre of their abode.

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Mirrored panels and bronze-trimmed detailing add an elegant shine to the home, which is also fitted with downlights from Sol Luminaire and Lutron motorised window treatments from C.Inhaus

Above Mirrored panels and bronze-trimmed detailing add an elegant shine to the home, which is also fitted with downlights from Sol Luminaire and Lutron motorised window treatments from C.Inhaus

The wife loves cooking and particularly enjoys making jams, and spends “nearly all of her time in the kitchen” whipping up delicious Asian and Western-style meals, so the space had to incorporate appliances with features that could cater to various culinary styles.

It was also clear to the designer that the two-bedroom unit’s spectacular unblocked views of Marina Bay had to be the starting point of the project. “The main inspiration for this project was the views and how to maximise them from all angles,” says Murray. “The couple are early risers and enjoy quiet moments together. I pictured the homeowners waking up in the morning to a beautiful ocean sunrise, then enjoying coffee in their kitchen, which overlooks Marina Bay.”

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Above This apartment in the Concourse Skyline condominium offers enviable unblocked views of Marina Bay

The original floor plan included a tiny kitchen with scant countertop space and a study that blocked the view of the outdoors; tearing down the walls of the latter resulted in an instant improvement. Once that was done, the open-plan living and dining areas and the kitchen were redesigned to optimise the floor plan.

Arched elements add a touch of elegance; these sinuous forms are echoed in the form of curvy furnishings, joinery and decorative elements. These can be seen throughout the property, from the open-plan living area and kitchen to the master suite.

Above The well-stocked pantry features ample storage and countertop space for the wife to craft and store her homemade jams

Bearing in mind the importance of the kitchen to the couple, the design team worked closely with the clients to create a personalised culinary zone with specialised compartments for tools and tableware. Here, a stylish blend of white marble, light wood and bronze trimmings contributes to its chic and cosy look. An American-style pantry area at the back of the house was also specially created for the wife; this is where she can arrange and store her selection of condiments and homemade jams.

The custom curved vanity and bench cleverly maximise the use of space in the bedroom while creating a reading nook by the bed

The custom headboard features ribbed details that stand in contrast to the vertical wooden slats on the feature wall

Bronze faucets echo the metallic trimmings in the glamorous bathroom

Photo 1 of 3 The custom curved vanity and bench cleverly maximise the use of space in the bedroom while creating a reading nook by the bed

Photo 2 of 3 The custom headboard features ribbed details that stand in contrast to the vertical wooden slats on the feature wall

Photo 3 of 3 Bronze faucets echo the metallic trimmings in the glamorous bathroom

The arched hallway in the open-plan living area leads to the master suite, which had a bathroom that was redone to create a more spacious vanity counter with custom mirrors that reflect stunning views of the Singapore Flyer. The bedroom layout was also reconfigured to maximise the views of the ocean and Singapore skyline.

Above The use of mirrors expands the sense of space in the master bathroom

Although the project faced a bumpy start—the owners’ return to Singapore was delayed due to Covid-19 travel restrictions—the renovation was completed with aplomb. “What was supposed to be a three-month trip to the US from Singapore ended up being a two-year stay for the owners,” shares the designer. “The biggest challenge was working through the entire design process over Zoom; all meetings were held online until about 80 per cent of the project was built. But my team and I really felt close to them, which goes to show that you can make real connections with people even if it is just virtual!”

As every well-designed home should be, this apartment represents the couple beautifully in a nutshell, providing the best of both comfort and style in equal measure. “Everything about the home is designed for cosy family gatherings; it is welcoming and comfortable, which really captures who the couple are,” sums up the designer.

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