A
n old resale flat – dim,
cluttered and rundown
- undergoes an overhaul
and the transformation is
plain stunning. It’s not unlike
most reno stories. Except the
owner of this apartment in the
heartland has gone all out to
make a bold statement with
strong colours and design
touches. Renovated at an
estimated cost of RM165,000, the
apartment is heavily influenced
by bohemian and retro design
elements – interpreted in
fresh, contemporary ways
by interior designer Jade
Kwok of Fuse Concept.
The flat’s charming
eclecticism is a befitting style for
the homeowner, who is a home-
based artist and craftsperson.
“We worked closely together
to choose the shades and look,
and it helped that she was very
open to incorporating bold
colours and elements,” says
Jade. As the unit is situated
along the common corridor
and not far from the lift, Jade
had a wall erected at the foyer
for a bit of privacy, whenever
the homeowner leaves the door
open. A series of glass blocks
embedded in the wall serves as
a decorative element as well as
to let in light. Getting generous
natural light during the day is
a priority for the homeowner,
hence the opened-up spaces –
in the form of clear glass panels
separating her bedroom and
study/craft section from the
dining area.
