Inside A Chef's Charming 93-Year Old Heritage Home Transformation

This week, we visit a special shophouse in Joo Chiat that was completely rebuilt by homeowners Natalie and Al. It’s a 3-storey shophouse that sits on 3,490 square feet of land, and a spacious 3,000 square feet of built up space. The first floor consists of the living, dining, and kitchen area, while the second floor features the study, helper’s room and guest room. On the third floor is the master bedroom, dry kitchen, and a lovely balcony space.

Natalie and Al wanted to preserve the heritage of the area, and have intricately woven in details that reflect that Peranakan inspiration. From the Peranakan privacy screen at the entrance of the home, to the laser cut details in the panels of the kitchen cabinets, it’s all a part of the charm of the home. It’s a perfect set up for their private dining experience (that offers home cooked Mediterranean food) too - as the tour of the home before dining commences is a great way to break the ice.

As the kitchen is the heart of the home, the open kitchen is a useful way for Al to cook and interact with guests at the same time. Guests will also be treated to the tranquil view of the garden at the courtyard. While the sunlight there isn’t the most ideal, the grow lights that they’ve specially installed helps to create their exotic garden.

For the guest bedroom, they’ve also found a unique wallpaper as well as a matching bedspread. Next door is the study, where there’s a special bookcase that was designed for the study with different coloured backs.

As for the master bedroom, it’s set on a platform but the best part is the kitchen that they’ve built on the outside to allow them to rustle up drinks or a meal without having to go all the way downstairs. Finally, the balcony on the outside is a lovely space to chill and just enjoy the peaceful surroundings.

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Architect/ID: Formwerkz Architects

[lindanelson]

Pops of color, whimsical accents, designer aesthetics, I’m in love with this space!!

[SimplyK]

Definitely the most beautiful house on Stacked Homes.

[moh-r]

Breathtaking! I love the interplay of vibrant colours and how different cultures are expressed eloquently.

[New_Opinion]

One of the best cozy home I have ever seen. Kitchen and roof looks awesome. Each and every corner of this house gives the vibrant of living in a home not hotel :)

[violetsarelavender]

Absolutely beautiful home. There are so many lovely features.. the laser cut kitchen doors, the colored glasses, the Fantastic garden.They have used colours so beautifully. It's not loud but at the same time not very understated. Loved it ❤️

[tmc]

This home is exquisite!! It's easily one of the absolute best homes featured on this channel!

[yuntingtan]

Onlewo wallpaper and fabric in the guest room. Lovely to see westerners embracing southeast Asian and Asian influences !! Something that unfortunately young locals don’t seem to veer towards.

[AJ-rclr]

They hosted me last year for the private dining there, man i must say the cuisine made by Al is just amazing, we had a 6 course and everything was perfect and both of them are such a lovely couple!!!

[rkbudiman]

Fantastic home. Beautifully embrase the heritage.

[tree]

oh gosh this is beautiful, wonderful choice to include them in the channel. The planter box is INCREDIBLE 🥰🥰🥰

[shufenbai]

Such nice light in a long shophouse. Homey and comfy and so well-designed.

[MsGnor]

Natalie and Al. this is beautiful! Thanks for sharing with me, your snoopy virtual viewer!

Love serenity, pops of colour, historic & personal art, form & function harmony, repeat-patterns, lush planting, sociable (or solo!) areas.

Impressive and understated.

I would wallow in that gorgeous bathtub, sipping bubbly!!!

Lots of love & blessings to you both & adorable Kitty! 🥰🧡💛💚💙❤💖

[brightstarlight]

I've watched the video 3 times already because there's so much to see in the 9:19 minutes and I didn't want to miss any tiny details that has brought this home to breath new life.

[kai-dpcg]

I always like peranakan styled homes, hopefully one day I can transform my own house

[serpentsforhair]

In a sea of Japandi interiors - finally, an aesthetic after my own heart. This is house has character, I like it.

[TheMadmonkeyeva]

This is so beautiful! Warm, airy and tranquil!

[eattherich]

I love all the colourful elements the couple has introduced particularly in the kitchen, but can't help but notice that the tiles on the back of the lunch counter are upside down.

[BederiTriplets]

This particular shophouse makes me HAPPY just looking at its transformation. Beautiful indeed❤

[tanamyhc]

Beautiful house with style! Every detail speaks on its own! Deeply impressed.