RESIDENTIAL / FLAGSHIP
The Richards'
KOVAN, SINGAPORE
NARRATIVE
light at the heart
of family life
Designed for a family of seven, Richards Place transforms the constraints of an inter-terrace home through a generous central skylight and vertical airwell that bring natural light and ventilation deep into the house.
The airwell becomes more than an environmental device — it forms the heart of the home, visually connecting living, entertaining and private spaces across multiple levels. Timber, natural textures and a restrained palette further shape a calm, light-filled sanctuary.
THE PROCESS
Light as a Living Element
Our approach transforms the constraints of the inter-terrace typology through light, air and vertical connection, placing the environment at the heart of family life.
01 / READING THE FAMILY
Mapping the needs of a family of seven into distinct zones for gathering, entertaining, working, retreat and everyday living.
02 / CARVING THE VOID
Introducing a generous central skylight and airwell to draw daylight and natural ventilation deep into the home.
KEY STATISTICS
YEAR
LOCATION
TYPOLOGY
SIZE
2023
Kovan, Singapore
Inter Terrace House
358sqm
03 / LIVING VERTICALLY
Extending the central void across multiple levels, creating visual connections between shared spaces, bedrooms and intimate indoor balconies.
TECHNICAL
TECHNICAL
SPATIAL EFFICIENCY
Structural DNA
The home is organised around a central vertical void, transforming a constrained terrace footprint into a connected sequence of light-filled family spaces.
An elongated stairwell and carefully zoned planning maximise usable space while establishing distinct areas for family life, entertaining and retreat.
ENCLOSURE
LIGHT AS ARCHITECTURE
Full-height glazing and the central airwell draw natural light deep into the home, creating visual continuity across its multiple levels.
HVAC
NATURAL VENTILATION
The central airwell acts as an environmental artery, encouraging the movement of air and daylight through the heart of the residence.
FINISHES
CALM MATERIALITY
Timber textures, warm lighting and a restrained white palette create a quiet material richness, balancing minimalist clarity with domestic warmth.
