Completion Year: 2026
Budget: $70,000
Renovation Duration: 8 Weeks
Work Scope: Hacking, carpenter work, false ceiling, painting
“When we first approached this 1-bedroom resale condo, our goal was to completely shift the narrative that compact or studio-style spaces have to feel limiting. Instead, we wanted to design a home that feels like a private luxury boutique hotel from the moment you walk through the door.
We started by rethinking the kitchen layout, integrating sleek, handleless cabinetry with a dramatic dark marble backsplash, and layering in warm LED strip lighting to instantly set an upscale, inviting mood for evening unwinding. To give the apartment a smarter flow without shrinking the visual space, we designed a custom glass-partitioned media wall. It elegantly separates the living zone from the bedroom while keeping the natural light moving freely across the entire unit.
We also carved out a dedicated, custom-crafted home bar complete with ambient lighting and open shelving for a glassware collection—proving that even a smaller footprint can easily accommodate a great spot for hosting friends. By leaning into rich textures, dark wood accents, and clean, contemporary lines, we were able to transform this resale property into a functional, beautiful sanctuary tailored perfectly for modern urban living.”
