CAVERN HOUSE
Building RelationshipsTYPE Semi-Detached House
STATUS Completed 2024
LOCATION Singapore
CLIENT Private
TEAM: Iskandar Idris, Patrick Siah, Richie Chan, Aslam Salim
C&S ENGINEER: Longrove
BUILDING CONTRACTOR: ARSEA
PHOTOGRAPHS Stacked Studio
STATUS Completed 2024
LOCATION Singapore
CLIENT Private
TEAM: Iskandar Idris, Patrick Siah, Richie Chan, Aslam Salim
C&S ENGINEER: Longrove
BUILDING CONTRACTOR: ARSEA
PHOTOGRAPHS Stacked Studio
Cavern House was born from the poetic beauty of caves. Inspired by the natural formations and hidden chambers within a cavern, this home was envisioned as more than a shelter; it transforms the concept of home into an ongoing journey, where space itself encourages connection.
The house’s unassuming exterior, with its windowless white facade, is both quiet and enigmatic almost like a blank canvas, evoking both a sense of calm and mystery. The entrance, subtly hidden, invites discovery. Stepping inside, the house unfolds like a cavern, with spaces that flow seamlessly into one another, creating a sense of continuity.
The layout fosters a natural connection between family members, designed to encourage moments of togetherness. The communal dry kitchen and dining area become spaces where meals are not just shared, but transformed into rituals of love and conversation. The expansive living room serves as a hub for memories—children playing, stories unfolding, and quiet moments of rest. The study, though a space for focus and reflection, remains visually connected to the warmth of the home, ensuring that it is never isolated.
Given the stepped topography of the site, with a lower ground level at the rear, we took advantage of the natural slope to design the communal spaces of the house in a terraced arrangement. This layout creates a continuous visual connection throughout the home, from the lower ground floor to the second story.
Organizing the communal areas in this terraced fashion ensures that there is always a visual link to other parts of the house, fostering a sense of unity and interaction. This aligns perfectly with the client's brief to create a home where family communal life takes center stage.
