We share the design inspiration behind the elegant show units of new luxury property 8 St Thomas
When it comes to real estate, location is everything—and 8 St Thomas has that, and more. Situated in the River Valley neighbourhood, the freehold property by Bukit Sembawang Estates enjoys proximity to the glitzy Orchard Road while boasting breathtaking views of the Singapore skyline; impressive features that the property developer sought to optimise in collaboration with local architecture and interior design firms.
Designed by multidisciplinary practice DP Architects, the property comprises two towers that rise above a collection of lush landscaped gardens and amenities on the ground floor; sky terraces between the blocks create additional entertainment areas for residents. To envision what living at 8 St Thomas would be like, Bukit Sembawang Estates enlisted three Singapore-based studios 2nd Edition, Janet McGlennon Interiors and Design Basis to design a collection of show apartments, each with its unique interior scheme.
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With its impressive vantage point from the 29th floor, the three-bedroom apartment designed by Janet McGlennon Interiors enjoys unobstructed views of Marina Bay and the sea.
Inspired by its prime location, the practice endeavoured to create a seamless transition between the indoor and outdoor areas. “We were excited about the tremendous cityscape views—the afternoon light that floods the balcony area also gives the apartment a prominent spot for entertaining,” says McGlennon, founder of her eponymous firm. “Given this, we wanted to focus on the outdoor area as a crucial part of our interior design, to bring the outside in.”
"We wanted to focus on the outdoor area as a crucial part of our interior design, to bring the outside in”
Sliding doors create a seamless transition between the living space and the balcony; McGlennon placed an oversized mirror in front of the custom-made Calacatta marble dining table, to increase the sense of space in the living and dining areas. The studio added shades of yellow, blue and green tones— colours inspired by the sunny skies, the surrounding greenery as well as the distant views of the sea. Metallic trimmings also played an integral part of the design scheme; carefully placed accents of gold and brass add to the apartment’s understated elegance.
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