Rent to Own.ph: A narrow space isn't a useless space. Find out how this
small, narrow townhouse in Singapore was converted into a ultra chic, modern
condo.
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The exterior facade of this structure speaks to age and
dignity with floral decoration, soft white coloration and classic structural
proportions.
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The remodeled interior could not be more different: stark
whites and blues, ultramodern materials and creative contemporary spaces
-including an incredible open outdoor courtyard set right the center of the enclosed floor areas
to connect the old original street-front building with an all-new modern
backyard addition.
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Dealing with a long and narrow space is difficult in any architectural
design project, but far more complex when the designer needs to deal with
buildings on both sides that preclude the possibility of letting in interior
light from anywhere but above. The drastic solution found in this case by Ong & Ong was to conceptually carve a space from roof to ground
right in the center of the property – outside insofar as it has no ceiling, but
inside in terms of visibility and interior circulation.
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Kitchen, storage and other support spaces can be accessed
only by crossing through a stunning blue-lit courtyard pond with sheer
corrugated walls on both sides, a single tree and stepping stones to cross the
water – making the trip seem as if it were truly a walk outside and back
indoors.
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