New Good Class Bungalow Luxury Interiors 4A Swettenham Road 59 Mil

Once a dated home built in 1998, the Good Class Bungalow (GCB) at 4A Swettenham Road has been transformed into an 18,000 sq ft, five-bedroom mansion completed early last year located in the exclusive enclave of Peirce Road, Ridout Road and Swettenham Road, just off Holland Road in prime District 10.The new mansion was developed by Singaporean businessman Yang Tse Pin, owner of Eco Energy. Yang purchased the property for $22.5 million ($1,461 psf) in November 2019, marking the most recent recorded GCB transaction in the neighbourhood. The property sits on a 15,398 sq ft plot and comes with a freehold tenure.ArMo Design Studio, a boutique firm founded by Colombian husband-and-wife architects Diego Molina and Maria Arango, was engaged by Yang to bring the vision to life. The design of the house started with the idea of creating a journey, with the long driveway serving as an opportunity to build anticipation and transition.Upon entering the property, the driveway reveals glimpses of the house, framing the approach with soft landscaping, curated lighting, and shifting perspectives. The covered car porch, which can comfortably fit five cars, leads to an entrance foyer that opens into a 1,300 sq ft great room spanning both a formal living and dining area. Both areas are lined with full-height, 3.3m glass sliding doors that open to landscaped gardens. The dining area flows seamlessly into a spacious wet and dry kitchen, with each space designed to be grounded and connected.The first level spans 4,000 sq ft, while the basement measures 4,600 sq ft. It includes a wine cellar that can hold up to 3000 bottles. Glass sliding doors open to the swimming pool and garden, bringing in natural light and greenery into the basement space, which also features a lounge, an en suite bedroom, and a room that can be converted into a home office or study.There are a total of five bedrooms in the house, including the master and junior master suites. The master suite is located on the second floor, spanning 1,400 sq ft and includes a bedroom, walk-in wardrobe, and bathroom. All bedrooms feature full-height glass windows with picturesque views of the surrounding neighbourhood. The second and attic levels have their own respective family rooms, with floor-to-ceiling windows that open up to expansive views. The attic level also comes with a large balcony, perfect for entertaining.Natural stone and timber were used extensively for their tactile qualities and ability to age gracefully over time. The GCB is also equipped with smart home features, and landscape design was integrated into the architectural process from the beginning to create a sanctuary for the residents.Yang, the developer, believes there has been a shift in GCB landscape, with younger entrepreneurs and next-generation heirs increasingly acquiring these prestigious homes. He has appointed KH Tan, founder and managing director of Newsman Realty as the exclusive marketing agent for the Swettenham Road property. Tan believes that the $59 million price tag, or $3,832 psf, for a new GCB is fair as most buyers prefer a brand-new home where they can appreciate the design and space. With new GCBs in short supply, Tan is confident that it is only a matter of time before the property secures a buyer.

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