Jesmynne

Jesmynne

Total Floor Area: 3325 sq ft (309 sq m)

Rate: NA

Subjected Minimum: S$950,000 *

This semi-detached house is typical of residences in the central and more hilly parts of Singapore, where some houses (or parts of a house) are located on higher ground. Another common feature is the maximisation of space by enclosing the balcony.

Using a single new column with cantilever beams, a new front terrace and car porch were built during remodelling. Metal sub-frames interspersed with timber strips give the home visual height and added elegance. There is also a new attic floor and picturesque roof-top balcony-cum-garden.

By using new columns and beams which rise from the first storey up, and modifying, reinforcing and reusing existing structures, the home-owners enjoy significant cost savings vis-a-vis rebuilding. The result is a lovely abode with a fine balance of aesthetics, functionality and costs.