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TRANQUIL HAVEN

When you think about a “resort” concept, wooden textures and green hues might come to mind. But Lawrence Puah, founder and design director of Akihaus, sought to offer a fresher take on the theme by going with an ethereal off-white palette and a restful modern scheme for an apartment in Singapore. It’s designed as a palate cleanser and an antidote to the stressors of urban life, just like how city dwellers would flock to beach resorts for a quick weekend getaway.

When the design team first visited the 1,567 sq

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