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Collective Designs

Collective Designs is a boutique interior architecture firm founded in 1991 by principal designer, Selina Tay.

Over the years, we have become synonymous with timeless designs because of our ability to create tailored spaces that are elegant yet practical in space utilisation.

For us, it’s important that you are proud of and feel at home in your living space. That’s why we always take time to understand your needs, lifestyles and rituals. We also pour our energy into all the little details, no matter how small, to ensure you are delighted with your home.

From boutique homes in Singapore to luxury houses around the world, we are the principled experts who bring your vision to life and build it to stand the test of time.

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Collective Designs

Opening Conversations

A bedroom with a bed and a closet.
A bedroom with a bed and a closet.

@collectivedesignsg – The Murphy Bed

Sep, 2021.
Casing are the moldings that go around the window frames they are the finishing installation of the same.
Casing are the moldings that go around the window frames they are the finishing installation of the same.

@collectivedesignsg – Casing

Sep, 2021.
A small bedroom with a desk and chair.
A small bedroom with a desk and chair.

@collectivedesignsg – 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗫 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Sep, 2021.
A quote from st antonin de paris that says a designer knows he has achieved perfection.
A quote from st antonin de paris that says a designer knows he has achieved perfection.

@collectivedesignsg – At Collective Designs, we are thoughtful, attentive and conscientious to our clients’ needs so that we can create unique spaces that they are proud of and comfortable in.

Sep, 2021.
A white and black living room with a black couch.
A white and black living room with a black couch.

@collectivedesignsg – 𝗔𝗿𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲

Sep, 2021.
Etagere standing or hanging set of open shelves designed to display trinkets or other objects.
Etagere standing or hanging set of open shelves designed to display trinkets or other objects.

@collectivedesignsg – Étagère

Sep, 2021.
A bathroom with a circular counter and shelves.
A bathroom with a circular counter and shelves.

@collectivedesignsg – Our philosophy’s the same for a commercial space as it is for a home; it has to have an aura of mystery, of simplicity and of elegance.

Sep, 2021.
The function of design is letting design function.
The function of design is letting design function.

@collectivedesignsg – Our passion lies in creating timeless, contemporary, livable interiors that are as functional as they are beautiful.

Sep, 2021.
Chinese calligraphy on a white cabinet.
Chinese calligraphy on a white cabinet.

@collectivedesignsg – 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗠𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿

Sep, 2021.
Finish is the surface coating of an item, which can include paints, varnishes, and textile treatments.
Finish is the surface coating of an item, which can include paints, varnishes, and textile treatments.

@collectivedesignsg – Finish

Sep, 2021.
A walk in closet with a lot of clothes.
A walk in closet with a lot of clothes.

@collectivedesignsg – The Three Steps to a Devastatingly Beautiful Wardrobe

Aug, 2021.
Backsplash a panel behind a sink or stove protects from splashes.
Backsplash a panel behind a sink or stove protects from splashes.

@collectivedesignsg – Backsplash

Aug, 2021.
A modern kitchen with black cabinets and marble counter tops.
A modern kitchen with black cabinets and marble counter tops.

@collectivedesignsg – The Twilight Kitchen. This fiercely masculine kitchen is exemplified by a heavily-grained dark wood cabinetry and accentuated by refined metallic accents. Notice the matt black cabinet handles, chrome sink fittings and glass and stainless steel appliances. Then appreciate the delicate glass bauble pendant lights, bronzed mirrors and the lighting bolts of white across the quartz worktops.

Aug, 2021.
Interior design is a business of trust.
Interior design is a business of trust.

@collectivedesignsg – Our clients trust us because we focus strongly on design integrity and exceptional technical execution while keeping their lifestyles and visions in mind.

Jul, 2021.
A bedroom with a bed and a bookcase.
A bedroom with a bed and a bookcase.

@collectivedesignsg – Create gaiety and fun in a kid’s room without coming across as childish. Think lush fabrics for window coverings and headboards; burnished leather for the boys’ and plush velvet for the girls. Play with shapes; a perfectly round reading nook in terracotta-orange and the charming ‘house-like’ headboard. Top it all off with a clean cool grey or a quirky metallic-lined ivory wallpaper. Magic!

Jul, 2021.
Parquet wood flooring that's laid in blocks with boards at angles to form decorations.
Parquet wood flooring that's laid in blocks with boards at angles to form decorations.

@collectivedesignsg – Hardwood flooring is made by laying strips of solid wood adjacent to each other. When the strips are shorter than 200mm, and are laid in specific designs, it’s known as parquet. Whether it’s hardwood flooring or parquet, they both weather naturally and elegantly and are easier to maintain than other materials. They can also be sanded and varnished when required. Solid wood floors absorb sound well, and provide a lovely warmth under bare feet.

Jul, 2021.
A white kitchen with a dining table and chairs.
A white kitchen with a dining table and chairs.

@collectivedesignsg – Eye Trickery! What results from extending the same height cabinets across two rooms? Bridged by the glass-topped dining table and its eclectic collection of chairs, both the kitchen and the dining area look twice as large from either perspective.

Jul, 2021.
The best rooms have something to say about the people who live in them.
The best rooms have something to say about the people who live in them.

@collectivedesignsg – What does the space you live in say about you? Let us help you realise your dream space that reflects who you are.

Jul, 2021.
A white kitchen with black counter tops and stools.
A white kitchen with black counter tops and stools.

@collectivedesignsg – The Hamptons Style is a classic coastal decorating style that exudes casual elegance, featuring subdued colours, natural materials and lots of space. The combination of vintage-inspired hanging lights, handle-less Shaker cabinets and wooden flooring give this kitchen a classic yet timeless look.

Jul, 2021.
Contemporary - an interior style defined by simplicity, subtlety, subtlety, and clean lines.
Contemporary - an interior style defined by simplicity, subtlety, subtlety, and clean lines.

@collectivedesignsg – We are known for our contemporary style of work. We focus on the interior architecture of space: cutting clean lines, creating air flow, maximising natural light and using neutral colours. What isn’t there is as important as what is.

Jul, 2021.
A blue kitchen with white cabinets and a ceiling fan.
A blue kitchen with white cabinets and a ceiling fan.

@collectivedesignsg – Inspired by the owner’s collection of traditional Chinese porcelainware, we created a custom shade of glossy blue for this gorgeous kitchen. Clean white stone countertops and alabaster walls set off the cerulean azure hue beautifully.

Jul, 2021.
Design is about making people happy, functional, aesthetic, or emotional.
Design is about making people happy, functional, aesthetic, or emotional.

@collectivedesignsg – Increase happiness quotient by letting us help you design your home functionally and aesthetically.

Jul, 2021.
A blue and white dining room with a white table and chairs.
A blue and white dining room with a white table and chairs.

@collectivedesignsg – Bright and Breezy

Jul, 2021.
red door colour entrance way house home wooden chair
red door colour entrance way house home wooden chair

An Interior Designer’s Perspective on … Colour

Insight and Understanding Colour. Oh, what emotions this word creates in an interior designer’s mind. When you ask an interior designer to pick the colour, it is a dream come true for them. We can’t even stress on how important [...]

Nov, 2020.
Good design is a language, not a style.
Good design is a language, not a style.

@collectivedesignsg – We speak the language of good design. Let us show you how. …#sgid #interiordesign #design #inspo #beautifulhomes #classic #interiordesignsg #inspired #singaporearchitect #sg

Oct, 2020.
A blue and white bedroom with a bed and a chandelier.
A blue and white bedroom with a bed and a chandelier.

@collectivedesignsg – Wallpaper can do so much for a room: it provides texture, it creates a focal point, and brings an element of fun into the space. #interiordesignsg #sginteriors #bedroom #wallart #gold #turquoise #wallpapers #interiordesign #singapore #walldecor #luxuryhomes

Sep, 2020.
An image of a kitchen with a wooden door.
An image of a kitchen with a wooden door.

Open or Closed Kitchen? You Decide

The best of both worlds: an inviting open-concept kitchen where friends and family are welcome to help out, or the option to close it off to keep those yummy smells confined to surprise everyone when the time is right.

Jun, 2020.
A living room with a white couch and chinese art on the wall.
A living room with a white couch and chinese art on the wall.

Talking To… The Peak

The Contemporary Singaporean Style – A Unique and Innovative I.D Model Consider the term “interior design style”, and most would name at least three of the following: Scandinavian, Industrial, Zen, Country and Minimalism. Whilst these styles are certainly characteristic and [...]

May, 2020.
A 360 degree view of a living room and dining room.
A 360 degree view of a living room and dining room.

A 360 Degree Project Perspective

May, 2020.
A bathroom with marble counter tops and a black sink.
A bathroom with marble counter tops and a black sink.

@collectivedesignssg – Instagram Post

In these difficult times, we contemplate our existence and know that only kindness and love will pull us through.

Jan, 2020.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets and marble counter tops.
What is Collective Designs’ philosophy?

We are principled experts delivering timelessness.

We want you to be proud of and feel at home in your living and work spaces through the years.

That’s why we always start by understanding who you are and your needs before we apply our timeless design principles to create a space that is beautiful yet practical. We want our work to last, so we do the right thing and pour our energy into every detail, no matter how small, even if it goes unseen by you.

With us, you can have peace-of-mind knowing your space has been designed just for you and built to stand the test of time.

What are Collective Designs' core beliefs?

We are committed to always do the right things and give you advice that’s right for you, so that we can create designs that work specifically for you.

As principled experts, we take pride in doing everything right, right down to the most minute details that may go unseen by you, so that our work stands the test of time.

Leverage our years of experience & expertise in interior architecture to offer comprehensive solutions, so you can leave everything in our safe hands.

I've never remodelled my home.<br /> How is Collective Designs going to help me?

We make the effort to understand your needs & learn the little things about your lifestyle, so that we can design spaces that make you feel at home.

We apply our years of experience & expertise to guide you in selecting practical ideas that ensure your spaces are timeless.

We want you to feel comfortable working with us, so we handhold you throughout the entire process and are always on-hand to answer your questions.

How does Collective Designs keep updated?

We keep up-to-date by constantly taking the initiative to learn about trends, latest developments, new techniques, processes and methods on materials and furnishings, and through training courses.

We embrace curiosity and a sharing culture where we freely share ideas and things we’ve learnt with each other.

As we want to bring new, relevant ideas to our work, we constantly discuss and curate what new things are relevant and aligned to our brand, so we can experiment with new methods and apply them in our solutions.