The Second Avenue residence is a stunning two-storey Good Class Bungalow designed for a privacy-conscious family who also enjoy hosting gatherings. Our design approach focused on creating distinct zones for family living and entertainment. Considering the sloping terrain, we envisioned the house as two separate blocks: one dedicated to family spaces and the other dedicated to entertaining.

To harmonize with the surroundings, the house's entry is situated at the basement level, featuring a solid, rusticated stone plinth. This contrasting element sets the stage for the sleek and linear block perched above on the first storey. The spatial arrangement of public and private areas creates a thoughtful sequence, inviting visitors on a captivating journey from the front road.

Upon approach, the house presents itself as modest in scale, thanks to the deliberate design intent to conceal the main block's massing. This block houses the bedrooms and family areas, and it opens up to a spacious private garden, crafted with the family's enjoyment in mind.

The family wing, envisioned as a long block, maximizes its North-South orientation and captivating views. The second storey extends over the pool, inviting refreshing cross-breezes throughout the year. This permeability and airy atmosphere of the long block contrasts with the pavilion, a solid box-like structure designed exclusively for entertainment. Adorned in luxurious sandalwood marble, the pavilion features a double-volume living room flooded with natural light through vertical window slits on the first storey. From here, guests can admire a framed view of the aquarium located in the basement. Though the exterior exudes modesty, the interior of the stone pavilion emanates grandeur and spaciousness, reflecting the owner's understated yet affluent lifestyle.

The house has been honored with the prestigious BCA's Green Mark Platinum award, recognizing its site strategy and environmentally conscious design choices.