
THE MODERN MANOR
Semi-Detached, Borthwick Drive
The Modern Manor stands as a contemporary interpretation of classical form — composed, balanced, and quietly monumental. Clad in crisp white and framed in deep black lines, the home embraces symmetry and proportion while stripping away excess.
Designed for a growing family seeking both stature and simplicity, the architecture draws on neoclassical language — layered cornices, deep reveals, and rhythmic balconies — reimagined through a modern lens. The resulting composition is bold yet restrained, stately yet understated.
Inside, the spatial arrangement is equally measured. Light enters through carefully positioned windows and voids, casting clean lines across polished floors and muted walls. Circulation is intuitive and fluid, designed to support both grand entertaining and intimate family life.
The facade may suggest formality, but the experience within is warm, open, and personal. Every decision — from silhouette to section — is grounded in the pursuit of elegance without extravagance.
A home not just of structure, but of presence. A modern manor for contemporary living.
Year
2023
Team
Lim Cheng Kooi, Zoe Lim, Brenda Lim, Aston Yap
Location
18 Ellington Square
Area
5,000 sqft
Photo credits : Marc Tan, Studio Periphery
