The team at Brand New Land had a goal to bring elements of Good Class Bungalow (GCB) style into the realm of accessible luxury semi-detached homes. To accomplish this, they collaborated with Pau Loh, the managing director of Tellus Design, a renowned name in GCB design with whom they have a 30-year history. Together, they developed a collection of four semi-detached homes in the Bukit Timah and Upper Bukit Timah areas, each incorporating thoughtful elements from the best practices of GCB homes.
Dubbed “The Great Trees Collection”, the semi-detached homes at 23 & 23A Maple Avenue boast an expansive frontage of over 24m. Inspired by the beauty of nature, the homes at 25 & 25A Jalan Selanting and 23 & 23A Maple Avenue are affectionately called “The Great Trees Collection”. With land sizes ranging from 2,790 to 3,130 sq ft, each home features a lift, swimming pool and gourmet kitchen provisions. In line with Brand New Land’s philosophy of creating value for their clients, the homes are priced within the bank valuation range, leaving room for potential upside for the buyers.
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GCB Design Elements
The semi-detached homes incorporate distinct zones for different functions, inspired by the design of larger bungalow homes. This includes separate areas for welcoming guests, dining, gourmet cooking, and various entertainment spaces, as well as living zones for larger or smaller groups. The entrance area at 23 Maple Avenue boasts views of the pool and greenery, while 25 Jalan Selanting features private corners for intimate conversations. The view from the second floor of 23 Maple Avenue seamlessly connects with the first floor, maintaining privacy while still allowing for a cohesive living space. The Sky Terrace at 25 Jalan Selanting serves as an entertainment zone with an inspiring view of Bukit Timah Nature Reserve. Co-Founder and Director of Brand New Land Group, Alvina Teh, emphasizes the sense of intimacy and privacy created by these dedicated spaces, allowing family and friends to be at home together while still having their own personal space.
“Ceremonial Entrances”
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Client Relations Director of Brand New Land Group, Tatiana Teh, highlights the importance of the experience of coming home and stepping into one’s own space. The homes each feature a “ceremonial entrance” – framed by lush greenery, the soothing sounds and reflection of water, and warm materials on the façade – to celebrate the transition from the outside world into the home. This experience is further enhanced by calming views of natural elements from various parts of the home at 25 Jalan Selanting and 23 Maple Avenue.
Luxe Architecture and Rich Materials
Inspired by Loh’s signature style that has proven successful in GCBs in Singapore’s tropical climate, the homes feature wide overhanging eaves and deep recesses to provide shelter and cool the interiors. Horizontal design elements, such as the wraparound golden sand façade treatment and horizontal planters, give the homes a spacious and luxurious aesthetic. The wraparound golden sand façade treatment at 25 Jalan Selanting beautifully anchors the timber-effect screens, creating an artful play of shadows. The use of natural-inspired cladding elements adds to the homes’ look of quiet luxury, with generous use of rich midnight tones and timber-effect finishes making a statement. Inside, the homes feature luxurious finishes such as rich timber grain, precious marble, and high-quality fittings from Germany.
Collaboration with Arclinea Singapore
To enhance the gourmet kitchen experiences in these homes, Brand New Land has partnered with luxury kitchen specialist Arclinea Singapore. With a shared objective of inspiring everyday connections in extraordinary kitchen spaces, the collaboration adds a special touch to the homes designed for a predominantly GCB clientele. The beautiful kitchens at 25 Jalan Selanting and 23 & 23A Maple Avenue were designed with reference images from Arclinea Singapore, featuring sleek and modern design elements.
“Our vision for this collection is to bring the best GCB design principles into our semi-detached homes,” says Alvina. She expresses gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside Pau Loh, an accomplished and dependable architect who helped bring their vision to life. “We are very excited for the future that these homes will create for the lives they touch.”
To view these homes, call 8893 7602. For more information and updates on upcoming launches, visit www.brandnewland.com.sg or follow them on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn. For those interested in working with the group or have land suitable for redevelopment, please email comehome@brandnewland.com.sg.
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