Described by the homeowner as a mid-century home with a dose of eclecticism, this home is one defined by a blend of unique taste and pragmatic sensibilities. Expect simple, practical rooms combined with a unique colour palette and chinoiserie in this $116K jungalow-themed HDB reno.
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Total renovation cost: $116K
Visitors are going to get a strong first impression from the moment they step through the door, being immediately drawn towards the jungle-themed wallpaper on the ceiling giving the home a distinct sense of character. 
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A nifty renovation hack done here is how they’ve integrated the structural beam into the design of the front porch. With its edges rounded out, then concealed by painting it in a shade of brown, the once utilitarian feature was turned into a decorative faux wood beam.
The floral motifs used for the breeze blocks on the side of the front porch also help tie the tropical look together. Where these breeze blocks are actually used to be the doorway into the corridor leading to the bedrooms; this feature is made possible by hacking the walls for one of the rooms to create an alternative pathway.
They also serve to increase airflow within the home, which is a nice plus.
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The rest of the features here are beautifully simple, with clean lines and designs that minimise clutter, with cabinets and just one shelf so as to dissuade any inclination towards busying the place with decor.
An eclectic blend of vibrant colours
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The homeowners have a unique taste when it comes to colours, using a mix of teal and burnt orange for the design theme. The round recessed niche is a simple, yet incredibly beautiful addition that adds depth as well as an air of artistry to the overall visual composition of this area.
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The dining area was actually once a bedroom, but the homeowners have hacked down the walls here in favour of a larger living and dining area. Jungle-themed wallpaper is again used here, this time on the wall as a colourful backdrop for this room.
Almost all the lights in this home are purchased through Taobao, including the centrepiece light feature above the dining table. With its winding, rope-like design, it could almost pass off as a snake in the jungle.
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The jungle-themed wallpaper is not the only eye-catching feature here though; with its glossy teal backsplash that resembles a running river, the open pantry bar counter on the side is just as aesthetically pleasing.
It is done in dark vinyl that mimics wood and granite countertops, with rounded corners for better design flow.
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The bathrooms themselves, with a half wall done in a glossy blue and stone grey colour combo, manage to maintain consistency with the rest of the home design whilst having minimal appeal. The porcelain sink by Modeste and the knobs by Unstoldstr are also nice touches that serve to further enhance the already impressive look of the bathroom.
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Opting for a practical terracotta tile backsplash in the kitchen
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The homeowners’ pragmatism is on show when it comes to the backsplash in the kitchen. The rough texture of the terracotta provides a unique look to the kitchen, but what’s interesting is the fact that these tiles were chosen so as to achieve the subway tile look but without the extensive amount of grouting involved.
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The kitchen is sleek, simple and overall very minimalist, with a teal and burnt orange colour scheme similar to the living room. The earthy colour and rough texture of the terracotta tiles also help give the place some dimension.
A minimal, Jungalow-themed HDB flat renovation
With the simple lines and little in the way of decor pieces, this Jungalow HDB reno truly demonstrates that sometimes, less is more. And more importantly, that minimalist aesthetics don’t have to be all-white or lean into the neutral cream palette that most homeowners might be used to.
For more home inspiration:
- GCB renovation in Singapore with a memorial garden
- A $200K modern Japanese maisonette with industrial touches
- Furnishing a condo with $15K worth of Taobao furniture
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