The Best Of Both Worlds

Feng Shui requirements need not be a hindrance to design. Lynn Tan discovers how feng shui and design harmoniously coexist in this executive flat.

- Lynn Tan

When the Lees were looking for a new home, they viewed a variety of units in different locations before finding one that both their feng shui master and designer Aloysius Ganiel, creative director at Parallelogram Design, okayed.

Aloysius, who designed the family’s former home, knew right away how to turn the 30-year-old flat into a space that would meet their lifestyle and aesthetic tastes, as well as their feng shui requirements.

From the beginning, he and the feng shui master were both involved in the househunting process. Aloysius conceptualised the interior design with feng shui aspects in mind and incorporated them seamlessly into his proposal. He points out that many feng shui requirements align with sound design principles.

After gutting the old interior, they started the 10week renovation with a clean slate. A business owner, Mr Lee, and his wife, Mrs Lee, a medical sales representative, have three children and a helper, so Aloysius had to ensure, first and foremost, that there were enough bedrooms for everyone.

“They prefer a contemporary design with a luxury style and timeless quality. In addition, they wanted a spacious common area where family and friends can gather while keeping the bedrooms calm and private.