Nordic Heartlands: 10 HDBs that do Scandi Style Well
Is Scandinavian style Singapore's most popular interior look? Here are 10 flats that say yes, but with a difference
In no particular order, check out these 10 Scandi-style homes that execute the in-demand design well, but are uniquely personal and tailored to their owners.
2. 5-Room Flat in Edgefield Plains (Punggol)
Who lives here: Husband and wife and their golden retriever
Size: 115 square metres (1,238 square feet)
Designer: Jeff Gan of Space Atelier
Standout Scandi Style:
A light touch of grey and black accents cools down the bright whites of this flat, but its piece de resistance is the statement-making ceiling-hung table that adds edginess to the space.
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Who lives here: Husband and wife and their golden retriever
Size: 115 square metres (1,238 square feet)
Designer: Jeff Gan of Space Atelier
Standout Scandi Style:
A light touch of grey and black accents cools down the bright whites of this flat, but its piece de resistance is the statement-making ceiling-hung table that adds edginess to the space.
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3. 5-Room Flat in Compassvale
Who lives here: A married couple, both 37 years old, lecturer and teacher
Size: 112 square metres (1,206 square feet)
Designer: Architecturally-trained homeowners together with Dennis Lim of Team Interior Design
Standout Scandi Style:
Honey-warm hues from the wooden elements – floors, furniture and feature wall – are juxtaposed with black-and-white prints for that cosy, hemtrevliga (homely) appeal.
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Who lives here: A married couple, both 37 years old, lecturer and teacher
Size: 112 square metres (1,206 square feet)
Designer: Architecturally-trained homeowners together with Dennis Lim of Team Interior Design
Standout Scandi Style:
Honey-warm hues from the wooden elements – floors, furniture and feature wall – are juxtaposed with black-and-white prints for that cosy, hemtrevliga (homely) appeal.
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4. 4-Room Flat in Joo Seng Green (MacPherson)
Who lives here: Newlywed couple Guang Wang and Shun Ying
Size: 93 square metres (1,001 square feet)
Designer: Ken Lee, Ben Teo and Kate Deng of Mr Shopper Studio
Standout Scandi Style:
Cool pastels, inspired by the homeowners’ wardrobe selection, add a touch of iciness to the sweet, pale white-and-wood combination in this Scan-dustrial themed home.
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Who lives here: Newlywed couple Guang Wang and Shun Ying
Size: 93 square metres (1,001 square feet)
Designer: Ken Lee, Ben Teo and Kate Deng of Mr Shopper Studio
Standout Scandi Style:
Cool pastels, inspired by the homeowners’ wardrobe selection, add a touch of iciness to the sweet, pale white-and-wood combination in this Scan-dustrial themed home.
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5. Maisonette in Serangoon
Who lives here: A married couple
Size: 157 square metres (1,700 square feet)
Designer: Raymond Seow from Free Space Intent
Standout Scandi Style:
Raw concrete screed finishes coupled with matt black elements may seem cold, but they’re expertly balanced by the amount of warm-hued wood pieces and fun pegboard-inspired ceiling and hook details.
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Who lives here: A married couple
Size: 157 square metres (1,700 square feet)
Designer: Raymond Seow from Free Space Intent
Standout Scandi Style:
Raw concrete screed finishes coupled with matt black elements may seem cold, but they’re expertly balanced by the amount of warm-hued wood pieces and fun pegboard-inspired ceiling and hook details.
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6. 4-Room Flat in Queenstown
Who lives here: A newlywed couple
Size: 92 square metres (990 square feet)
Designer: Lee Pei Zhen of The Scientist
Standout Scandi Style:
A blue-grey that’s cool with warm undertones takes the traditional Scandinavian style elements (gorgeous wood furniture, tapered legs, black frames) to a higher level.
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Who lives here: A newlywed couple
Size: 92 square metres (990 square feet)
Designer: Lee Pei Zhen of The Scientist
Standout Scandi Style:
A blue-grey that’s cool with warm undertones takes the traditional Scandinavian style elements (gorgeous wood furniture, tapered legs, black frames) to a higher level.
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7. Maisonette in Serangoon North
Who lives here: A married couple and their two cats
Size: 111 square metres (1,194 square feet)
Project duration: 3 months
Designer: Kelvin Seow and Salley Gam of Xin Concept
Standout Scandi Style:
The cool blue-grey palette of this maisonette is punctuated with shots of bright yellow and cat-friendly design details, tailoring the Scandinavian style to the owners’ lifestyle.
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Who lives here: A married couple and their two cats
Size: 111 square metres (1,194 square feet)
Project duration: 3 months
Designer: Kelvin Seow and Salley Gam of Xin Concept
Standout Scandi Style:
The cool blue-grey palette of this maisonette is punctuated with shots of bright yellow and cat-friendly design details, tailoring the Scandinavian style to the owners’ lifestyle.
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8. 3-Room Flat in Marine Parade
Who lives here: A married couple in their 20s
Size: 65 square metres (700 square feet)
Designer: Alicia Koh from I.Poise Design
Standout Scandi Style:
Monochromatic and moody, this small, low-ceilinged flat is surprisingly spacious in its clever layout and subtle Scandinavian references.
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Who lives here: A married couple in their 20s
Size: 65 square metres (700 square feet)
Designer: Alicia Koh from I.Poise Design
Standout Scandi Style:
Monochromatic and moody, this small, low-ceilinged flat is surprisingly spacious in its clever layout and subtle Scandinavian references.
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9. 4-Room Flat in Punggol
Who lives here: A couple and their three kittens
Size: 93 square metres (1,001 square feet)
Designer: Jeremy Tan of Fifth Avenue Interior
Standout Scandi Style:
The staple white-and-wood Scandi-style combination fits the limited floor area of this home, and sets the stage for the owners’ Star Wars collection and cat habitat to be the focal points.
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Who lives here: A couple and their three kittens
Size: 93 square metres (1,001 square feet)
Designer: Jeremy Tan of Fifth Avenue Interior
Standout Scandi Style:
The staple white-and-wood Scandi-style combination fits the limited floor area of this home, and sets the stage for the owners’ Star Wars collection and cat habitat to be the focal points.
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10. 4-Room Flat in Queenstown
Who lives here: A young, newlywed couple
Size: 87 square metres (936 square feet)
Designer: Cynthia Liau of The Inside Job
Standout Scandi Style:
The Scan-dustrial look is infused with Asian carpentry techniques for a completely bespoke look. It gives clues to its style inspirations, but this home is truly standout for not following the popular trend to the letter.
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Who lives here: A young, newlywed couple
Size: 87 square metres (936 square feet)
Designer: Cynthia Liau of The Inside Job
Standout Scandi Style:
The Scan-dustrial look is infused with Asian carpentry techniques for a completely bespoke look. It gives clues to its style inspirations, but this home is truly standout for not following the popular trend to the letter.
Read more about this home
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Are you a fan of Scandi-inspired interiors? Which of these homes did you most enjoy? If your home is Scandi-styled, share a photo in the Comments section, too!
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Scandi Style for Your Singapore Home: The Ultimate Guide
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Who lives here: A newlywed couple in their late 20s
Size: 91 square metres (980 square feet)
Designer: Raymond Seow from Free Space Intent
Standout Scandi Style:
The tapered legs and pale wood hues of the Mid-century Modern-inspired furniture are given a fresh and playful vibe with a pastel palette and decorative accents using the owners’ personal effects.
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