Columbian architects Diego Molina and Maria Arango created a modern, light-filled home with oversized French windows
Nestled within lush foliage in a quiet residential enclave in Singapore lies a home inspired by a family’s travels, which first made its appearance in Singapore Tatler Homes. The property, build in a style that’s a fusion of Southern Californian and Southern French sensibilities, is conceptualised by architects Diego Molina and Maria Arango. The couple, who work for Ong & Ong Architects, hail from Colombia, and specialise in private residential projects.
As the house lies at the end of a cul-de-sac, it has a long driveway, so the architects built an access courtyard, and planted a tree in the middle to create a roundabout. The tree, explained Arango, is a welcome greeting to guests. The exterior of the property, which has a hacienda-esque facade, is one of the first buildings in Singapore to use bioclimatic plaster, a material that works to keep interiors cool in hot, humid climes. On the ground floor, the architects carved out large French windows to provide a seamless view of the lush greenery.