NEVER TOO SMALL: Couple’s Japanese Inspired Loft, Singapore 41sqm/441sqft
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- Опубликовано: 11 июн 2024
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Tasked with creating a minimalist, elegantly designed home whilst retaining most of the existing finishes, Woon Chung Yen and the team at METRE Architects introduced a unique timber loft into the 4.7 meter high ceiling of this newly built condo. The ship-like loft evokes a sense of traditional Japanese carpentry, with sculptural rib-like joinery and space-saving alternating half-step staircase. The loft also serves as an architectural feature wall, discreet storage, and a dedicated office space. Additionally, METRE Architects replaced the dividing wall between the living room and bedroom with four sliding fluted glass panels, a simple yet impactful change that significantly opens up the space and offsets the lowered ceiling height.
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It's a pity the ad isn't aligned with the theme of the channel. I think this is the first time this happens.
This is such a weird ad placement.
If anyone could gentrify mobile game ads, it's NTS
Maybe it's because I've watched so many Japanese/Korean loft apartment videos, but I was surprised that there wasn't even originally a loft in the first place. The original living space had such high ceilings and vertical space so I'm wondering how other residents would most effectively use them without using something like a loft. It feels like such a waste to not use all that ceiling space considering how small the rest of the apartment is.
An apartment here in Singapore was recently fined for having an inbuilt loft, and it couldn't be sold until the loft was demolished. I wonder if that's the reason they're not more popular.
@@CaravelClerihew yea, hopefully the couple applied for approval and got a QP to check the design.
First time I like a loft created from empty vertical space. Am surprised developer even sells such shoebox apartments.
@CaravelClerihew the unit you're referring to is a HDB unit (public housing). It is legal to build a loft in condos
@@8arry I assume that's ultimately up to the condos themselves, not some sweeping HDB vs Condo rule. Plus, given the majority of people here live in HDBs, it's a pretty important consideration
Love the ribbed ceiling - great piece of sculpture instead of flat plasterboard!
HOWEVER this sculpture is not beautiful
@@abc0118 I think it is, it's a subjective opinion.
it’s nice but then too cluttered. A simple loft with glass wall would have allowed light to go through and make the space looks way less claustrophobic
I’d want the desks on the other side of the mezzanine to benefit from the longer view.
Make the wood loft wall of glass. Then you can see outside.
Both! Also the trailing of the staircase 👌🏼
Yes! I love being able to see outside while I work.
Also, would want to be careful with the AC right over the electronics, back in the day those would get clogged sometimes and leak out the inside unit. But pretty nice space.
You wouldn't be able to work with the glare of the sun! It's the tropic, remember...
I’d make use of the loft as bedroom, and remove the glass partition in the existing bedroom. That would expand the space and makes a good sized living room area
Loft bedrooms are all well and good until you are baking in the humidity of summer nights. I always moved my bed downstairs in the summer when I lived in a loft apartment in Korea. I can only imagine the humidity in Singapore would be unbearable.
@@philipsbrett I think Singapore is too hot and humid all year around including at night so personally I'd sleep in the loft with the aircon on all night.
Was about to say the same, for the same reasons. The whole apartment has a/c, and the unit is actually in that space already.
@@philipsbrettthat’s a good point, ventilation and humidity could be an issue, but then I guess most Singaporean can’t even sleep without air conditioning at night.
The loft doesn't look big enough for a bed
I love the functionality of this - I've seen some comments about how they should have swapped the desks and bed but I think this was a perfect choice. I personally like a more enclosed and private space for work to concentrate better and remove distractions and a dimmer space is also easier for me to see my screen in, especially if I can control the lighting intensity and direction. As for the bedroom, the open space and the window view are lovely for relaxation in the day, and can prevent feeling suffocated at night in a small space. Also, I would not want to be going up and downstairs when I'm tired and going to bed or in the dark needing water or the bathroom or in the morning not awake yet. I'd definitely trip and break my neck.
I can imagine a Murphy bed combo sofa would make the bed/livingroom space more functional and spacious.
Agree
Yes! I immediately said that when I saw the bedroom.
Yes great idea
Continue the loft over the bedroom and convert the living/bedroom into a dedicated living space. And then you can fit a full kitchen :)
Yes I agree. I also thought how a Murphy bed would increase the size of the living room when needed.
wow Amazing woodwork with such beautiful lighting.
I love this apartment. The timber loft is an amazing of using wasted ceiling space. There is a place for everything in this apartment. Ideal for a young couple.
That's what I love Never too small for - small footprint with smart solutions! A really enjoyable flat, congrats!
This is a truly warm and inviting space. I was thinking it would feel cold, but it does not at all. I love that the bed is downstairs, that would feel like "coming home" if you worked from your home office. I love the fluted glass panels and the balcony, allowing natural light to flow in nicely. This space is simple and has natural elements as well as clean lines. I feel the same about the living room with the floor recliners. Lovely and calm and homey. Upscale and modern, yet you do not feel like you are in a museum despite the amazing architectural detail of the loft. Superb balancing act here.
Why is the bedroom the largest room? Would not a loft bedroom and a expanded living/dining/office space below have made more sense?
agree . a murphy bed would have made better use of the area imo
Not sure you can comfortably fit a bed for two in the loft space. Also imagine going downstairs to use the bathroom in the middle for the night, walking down the narrow alternating half-step staircase. I wouldn't want to do it on a permanent basis.
Probably because that’s what the owners prefer
@@tedhuang5458 That's the prefect answer.
As beautiful as the loft/office is, I can't imagine how difficult it is to bring up the desks and chairs up those stairs.
Only need to do it once! But probably they would have used pulleys to get them up, or assembled them up there.
Not too difficult when you disassemble them first
Maybe they assembled them upstairs
They come in parts that you put together like Ikea...😊
Well done especially the loft space which double as a functional sculpture.
Unlike some comments, I agree with partial loft while keeping half of the space original ceiling height as this lends a more spacious feel to the rest of the apartment. Nicely done overall 🎉
What’s the name of the TV console or where can it be bought? It’s beautiful.
I never understood owning a vacuum (robotic or not) in a space that can be wiped down with little more than a paper towel in about 2 minutes.
Right the apartment is so small yet you have to allocate that much space for a robot vacuum lol
Totally agree. I was surprised to see the robot vacuum cleaner towards the end of the video 😅
Without a doubt the most beautiful loft for me on this channel! Absolutely stunning design throughout this appartment, I can imagine that this fits the needs of the owners very well.
Tv console and few others were the eye catchers 😊😊❤
I don't own a TV, but if I did I would definitely want to create that clever cabinetry-on-wheels for it.
Oh, yes. If someone knows where that TV console can be bought, please tell me (I've done a research with no success)
Reminds me of the tv cabinets on wheels from the old days....except those were holding bulky TVs, not lightweight ones like today.
@@helensid6670try reverse google search
Agreed. I love that tv console
Beautiful!!! As someone who lives in a space with two large work/play computer desks for me and my husband, I've never been able to envision us in a tiny space until now. I love it!
Cool TV console, where is it from?
I'm interested too! My research got no success
Why didnt theylocate the bedroom on the mezzanine floor? Surely that would give better privacy and make the downstairs more functional
fresh air / window ! also, easier not to climb up down stairs in the middle of the night to use the bathroom.
having a murphy bed would really add a lot of usable space to the very narrow downstairs area
oh no its that staircase again!
One thing I appreciate about this space is how the architect worked around the existing spaces, especially the kitchen & bath. That must have saved a small fortune. Eventually I'd want to customize the kitchen (too many gaps, which wastes space and interrupts the visual flow) but doing things in stages is often more sensible & affordable.
The loft is very appealing. Having a separate work space in such a small apartment is a real luxury. I especially like the little shelf running along the half-wall. Need a break from the computer? Stand up, turn around, & rest your eyes on the outdoors or lean over to talk to the person downstairs.
Keeping the bedroom downstairs makes sense to me - no 3 a.m. trips down the stairs to use the toilet. I agree that a Murphy bed could be handy. I wonder if one could be fitted into the wardrobe? Perhaps continue the wardrobe to the ceiling & use pull-down rods to access hanging clothes?
Other small updates I'd want to do over time is to improve the outdoor space (better furnishings, lighting, etc.) and maybe customize the interior of the understairs storage.
But overall it's a big improvement.
Love the TV console, real piece of art!
I completely agree! If someone knows where that TV console can be bought, please tell me (I've done a research with no success)
@@helensid6670 I found it. They probably don’t allow direct links here - I can’t decipher a brand name but you’ll find it if you google “Customized movable TV stand, living room, solid wood, multi-functional creative bracket, hanger TV cabinet”
The sliding door between the bedroom and living room areas is beautiful.
I'd sleep in the loft and leave the rest as an open plan living
And die of the heat and humidity?
A great architectural addition in design and function. Superb.
The loft is beautiful! The couple’s minimalism inspires me
I love this but would have switched the office and bedroom, making the downstairs a large multipurpose space.
So much natural light. Bravo!
Very nice indeed. No gimmicks. It feels elegant and full of substance. Excellent example of what can be done in a small space. Loved this apartment. ❤
i would make the loft the bedroom.
Just beautiful! What a thoughtfully designed space, and the detailing and craftsmanship is excellent.
Those light are mindblowing. Those computers some serious cable management though :P Overall lovely place.
That upstairs office is so nice! Having the natural light from the windows and the warm LED lighting makes for a productive space. I would like to work there!
This condo is a hot project. Its nice to see residents living in there now :D
Feel as though the office area should’ve had traditional rails or glass walls to allow natural light and utilize their amazing floor to ceiling windows. Atm it feels very claustrophobic. There was also an opportunity to recess the downstairs storage to allow the TV to fit in there flush, but maybe this would’ve looked too modular which i’m not a fan of. Apart from that, great use of space and aesthetically very pleasing. Giant strategically placed plants would bring this loft even more to life 🪴✨
I am speechless: beautiful functional, dreamy, relaxing...
This is my all time favorite apartment, and I've watched all your videos. So cozy and so much storage place!
Do you need to ask the condo for their permission to add staircase like in the video?
Beautiful little home. Love the loft addition. Light and air space.
Such a beautiful design 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾 that loft was EVERYTHING.
I would have moved the bedroom upstairs then the sitting room could share space with the office.
BRAVO to the architect.
One of my favorite interior design this year, very comfy! plus the architect looks like Dr. Richard Mata
I love the wood joinery!!! Super clean, stylish and functional with the integrated rope lights!!😍
I am surprised that they put the desks into the dark in the loft against the wall instead of the bed. I want daylight and a view at my desk.
The bed upstairs in a warm and humid climate? You would not want to sleep up in that loft.
@@rowaystarco interesting, thank you.
Cases like this show how higher ceilings can be a real advantage if you want to create more space
Great use of space. Simple and elegant! Congratulations.
Brilliant how the structure of the loft is such a big design element in this space!
I like the addition of the loft but why not make that the bedroom? Surely the space below would be better utilized for living/dining?
Architect Woon Chung Yen is a good narrator, in addition to being a good artist. Well done 👍🏻
Wow, this is stunning!!! Love the redesign and additions
The new structure is so nice, like a sculpture. Japanese staircase as we call that kind of stairs in France are really convenient in small spaces : I've been using one at home everyday for 15 years now, and it's funny and saves a lot of space, so that was the bright idea there. For the rest, it's full of light and clean, and with enjoyable views on greenery, but nevertheless it does not really feels like a place to live to me : it looks too much like a apparthotel room on vacation ! I could stay here for 1 or 2 weeks while on trip discovering Singapour, and I would like it and find it convenient, but for everyday living, i would allways feel like i'm in a hotel bedroom with kitchenette...
I love moving things around and think you did a great job moving yours. Ot look much more spacious now.
I have an outbox where I put item in every time I have trifted someting. Since I watch your channel I am totally into cottagecore 😊 and come home with little treatures to replace what was there before. Thxxx for another lovely vid! ❤
The layout def could have been handled better, nice place though!
I just started the video and I can already tell this is certified banger
so did you use galvanized square steel metal in the making of the loft?
This is such a beautiful space! I love it.
Very lovely. Definitely a home for young people!
This design is so suitable for newly couple trying to start a family together. ❤❤
Good use of space! Really well structured and i really like overall design. :D
This design is amazing and clever! Love it!
I love that TV console and the floor recliners!
Really loved the Loft - Study concept 👍
Very nice clean space ... functionality is key in these small spaces ... I agree that a Murphy Bed would be great space saving in the home. And even some drop down seating on the small patio area. The kitchen is a little dark for me ... maybe a little more reflective material.
Clever design !
Thank you for sharing ❤. I like everything about the home 💕💯. The air flow and balance of the home extremely attractive. I'm glad the bedroom was on the lower level 😊
Growing up I had one of the alternating paddle stair cases to get up to my brother’s and my room. So long as you set off on the right foot they’re brilliant! Never tried it after a drink mind you! 😉
I'm willing to bet that people will end up sitting on the bed all the time in stead of the ground.
agree - those chairs will get old really quickly
Must be awesome to play June's Journey in the apartment
What a work! Love this
cozy & chill. nice design!!!
This looks amazing!
An absolutely amazing design. The best yet, I think! It's thoughtful, uses a minimum of material and is yet very aesthetically pleasing. The engineering and aesthetics of the support for the loft is quite beautiful. To make such a simple and in all ways economic answer to the problem of extra space takes much effort. Congratulations!!
Wow!!! This is stunning!!! Just perfect!!!👌The best I’ve seen in Never Too Small by far. I love it a lot😍
I ❤ this concept design.
Lovely home and design, seems refreshing to live in.
I'd love to see NTS revisit some of their older showcased projects - it would be great to see the longevity of them. I say this while seeing houses less than 10 yrs being knocked down and rebuilt for no apparent reason.
I didn’t like the living area but the loft was a very good space
Really beautiful 😻
Great design and the whole apartment is great!
Wow, smartly done!
i think its better to have no door on the bedroom and have a sofa infornt of the bed and have a tiny table rather than sitting below lol
Didn't see any chairs or benches for sitting 8 at the dining table.
Very beautiful designed apartment 👍
love the tv cart
really nice addition to the space.
Great idea ! staiecase
Well done!
Beautiful ❤
I enjoy the design of your home.
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I don’t think it matters that much Mr. Colombus.
I was also so thrown off by that 😂
I’ve seen ads for June’sJourney on a couple of other channels that I am subscribed on. They must pay well for placement but I agree it seems out of place. To me, it detracts from the channel’s credibility.
Spot on
loved it !
Just beautiful 😊
Just WOW.
Beautiful! Oh, to be able to afford an architect!
I love it!
It's so beautiful, and it actually looks spacious. Does it get warm, especially the loft?
Very nice!
I want that TV console. But otherwise, interesting use of space.
I want that TV console too and I can't find it
Love the design itself but that's a lot of work and money spent to create a loft space for two desks. It also made the downstairs living space which was already small that much smaller. Good thing they have access to a patio with a nice view to lush greenery. That's actually my favorite part of this apartment.
I am amaized.