In a bid to merge the in- and outdoor areas together, the design team suggested large folding glass doors that can slide away to bring the living room and terrace together. This also allows plenty of natural light to fill the space during the day.

The living and dining areas are located next to each other, but they are cleverly delineated by the use of different designs for the ceiling. The living area’s ceiling is finished in plaster while the dining area features a cement screed design with cove lighting.

The contrasting look of the teal cabinetry and the yellow kitchen island is an immediate eye-catcher. Notice how the design team also sought to balance out the bright colours with plenty of white walls.

The design team custom-created the kitchen island, which features a concrete screed texture to complete the ceiling above the dining table. However, the island was finished in a pop of yellow and enhanced with LED light strip to accentuate the unique texture of the island.

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Behind the island, we see an angled wall that ends in an elegant curve leading to the powder room and storage room.

For the powder room, or common bathroom on the first floor, the homeowners opted for a radically different colour palette with varying shades of burgundy tiles. This surprising twist to the home decor is not just refreshing but becomes part of the home’s charm as well.

Along the kitchen counter, we see the use of the teal cabinetry creating an interesting juxtaposition against the white countertop and stainless steel backsplash.

The interesting mix of ceiling designs help to break up the straightforward layout across the living, dining and kitchen areas harmoniously. It also helps to create an effortless flow of space leading from one zone to another. The bold lines used in the design language are also applied for the stairs leading up to the second floor.

The homeowners complemented the eclectic look of their home with equally colourful accessories.

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In the bedroom, we see the transition from the teal cabinetry downstairs to a rich jade colour for the walls and shelving.

The rounded edges of the walls add a modern vibe to the space.

For this bathroom on the second floor, the design team suggested a more soothing colour theme that would complement the colour of the walls outside. However, attention was paid to the detail in the ceiling and wall treatments. Curved walls help to direct the eye to the counter while also creating a sense of symmetry to the space. What’s really outstanding in this space is the raw concrete ceiling, which has been left exposed to provide a hint of industrial chic.

On the other side of the bedroom is an open work area.

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This area also extends to the foyer, which has been jazzed up with a collection of contemporary artworks.

One of the secrets hidden behind the coloured panels is a fold-down bed that can be used when guests stay over.

Folding panels can be rolled out to segment off the work area to turn it into a guest bedroom.

Thanks to the unique design touches and clever lighting, this home has been turned from an old abode with a plain layout into a contemporary work of living art for this happy family.

This article was originally published in Home & Decor.