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Dream Houzz: Pro Contributor Anita Sam Designs Her Fantasy Home
Continuing our ongoing series, Journey East founder Anita Sam shares the Houzz photos that make up her dream home
Anita Sam
16 June 2017
Houzz Singapore Contributor. Co-founder of Journey East, Singapore's choice destination for teak wood, designer contemporary, vintage industrial, original retro, luxury outdoor furniture and eclectic home accessories.
Houzz Singapore Contributor. Co-founder of Journey East, Singapore's choice destination... More
Surrounded by authentic retro furniture and sustainable designer pieces for most of her days – including Journey East‘s own collection, PLAYplay – on her off-hours, Anita Sam is the consummate entertainer. So it’s small wonder that she thinks of entertaining when she visualises her dream house:
Let me entertain you
Cooking for friends is a great way to relax, and when you’re having fun, hours can pass easily…
Let me entertain you
Cooking for friends is a great way to relax, and when you’re having fun, hours can pass easily…
What better way to do it than in a kitchen with a view that takes your breath away?
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and an open patio is a must-have. Again, it's got to have 'the view'.
A state-of-the-art barbecue pit to entertain friends with a cookout, preferably by the poolside!
And what party would it be without a well-stocked cellar with wines from all over the world?
Beer for the non-wine drinkers!
Catch the bug
I’m a big fan of vintage cars, and a nice garage is a must-have for a classic Beetle!
I’m a big fan of vintage cars, and a nice garage is a must-have for a classic Beetle!
Pooch pampering
A luxurious washing area for our doggies after they’ve had their morning walks.
A luxurious washing area for our doggies after they’ve had their morning walks.
Spa-aaah time
And after a hard day’s work, a tub for a nice relaxing soak with a good book.
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And after a hard day’s work, a tub for a nice relaxing soak with a good book.
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What does your fantasy house look like? Share a link to your dream house ideabook in the Comments below.
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