Designed by The Local INN.terior, this Japanese industrial 3-room HDB flat in Marine Parade features a simple yet classy fusion of two design styles━Japanese onsen and industrial. Blending natural woody textures with black and grey tones, the design seamlessly integrates Japanese minimalism with the urban charm of industrial aesthetics to create a distinctive look.
With the installation of an extra window between two rooms, the home is specifically designed to maximise sunlight in a typically narrow resale HDB layout━ensuring an abundance of natural light throughout this unique Japanese industrial home.
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Simple yet classy blend of Japanese onsen & industrial aesthetics
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The foyer sets the tone for this apartment, blending the industrial aesthetic of grey tiles and black fittings with light natural wood veneers. Clean lines and the pale wood bring to mind the minimalist, calming vibes of a Japanese onsen, with the dark grey tiles of the entryway standing in contrast to the slightly elevated wood-like flooring of the main living space. This is further demarcated by the half-height shoe cabinets and bench which create a small entrance corridor leading into the rest of the home.
Black-framed windows that line this corridor invite natural light into the living area, while the half-height cabinets also create storage space without breaking up the open, airy living area.
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Equal elements of industrial-tone grey and light wooden accents ensure both styles coexist in perfect harmony, with neither overpowering the other. Limewashed walls embody the industrial aesthetic, while maintaining the soothing spa-like ambience characteristic of a Japanese onsen.
Bifold window in the master bedroom to maximise natural light
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The pièce de résistance of the entire reno is the panel of specially-crafted bifold windows, designed to allow the passage of sunlight through the study and into the master bedroom, optimising the abundance of natural light throughout the home.
Reconfiguring the original enclosed bedroom layout into an open concept creates a sense of spaciousness while facilitating easy communication between the two rooms━a must for the work-from-home couple.
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The raised wooden tatami-style bed, complete with hidden storage elements on either side, offers a practical solution for hiding clutter and preserving the clean, minimalist aesthetic. Accent lighting highlights the elevated bed feature, casting a gentle ambient glow in the room. A matching floor-to-ceiling wardrobe complements the wooden structure of the platform bed, while a wood-framed full length mirror that fits into a recessed nook formed by a structural pillar creates the illusion of space.
Backlit bar display that looks like an omakase restaurant
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A long grey-topped island runs along the length of the kitchen, featuring an induction hob. The monotony of this is broken up by a panelled wood top which demarcates a dedicated dining area on the other end.
Dining chairs with wooden seats and black frames complete the industrial aesthetic of this island, though its pale wooden base complements the built-in shelving that line the wall━a nod to the Japandi style. Meanwhile, the white tiled backsplash kitchen offers a bold contrast to the limewashed walls opposite.
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Behind the dining end of the kitchen island is a custom overhead bar which displays the couple’s alcohol collection, complete with backlit LED lights that illuminate the glass bottles from behind━reminiscent of a Japanese bar, or an omakase restaurant. No detail is overlooked, down to the black industrial-style power sockets installed beneath the overhead shelving.
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A nifty function of the kitchen island is also to hide the home’s washing machine━nestled within one end of the kitchen island, opposite the black-framed windows, you wouldn’t be able to see it unless you walk around this end of the kitchen. This space-maximising design ensures that the machine is easily accessible yet discreetly hidden, convenient, yet maintaining the sleek, uncluttered aesthetic of the kitchen.
A “wood-filled” Japanese-inspired bathroom
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The bathroom of this 3-room resale flat is where the essence of a Japanese onsen truly comes through, with the walls and floor of the shower area fully lined in tiles that mimic the look of wooden panels. Ensuring the industrial aesthetic isn’t left behind, you’ll find black shower fittings here, while the rest of the bathroom features smooth grey slate tiles.
Japanese industrial 3-room resale HDB flat in Marine Parade
Skillfully harmonising two seemingly opposing aesthetics while prioritising natural light, the designers at The Local INN.terior have created a tranquil, spacious home which balances visual appeal and practical functionality━all while proving that a sunlit home is achievable even in a narrow resale HDB layout.
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Cover image adapted from: The Local INN.terior
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