JKC1 is a project designed by ONG&ONG Pte Ltd in 2011, covers an area of 1997.5 sqm and is located in Bukit Timah, Singapore.

This good-class bungalow is located in Singapore’s Bukit Timah district. A natural curtain of lush tropical trees surrounds the site, whilst its slightly slopping terrain offers an ideal location for the house itself.

The axis of the entrance is adjacent to one of the plot’s longer sides, allowing for a bigger garden and pool space in front of the house. A driveway leads to the rear of the house where the garage is located, discreetly screening it from the outside.

Architecturally, the concept was to keep the general design subtle, giving precedence to the surrounding pockets of nature. As such, the building provides an ideal vantage point from which to enjoy unobstructed views of the encompassing greenery. At the same time, the building blends into the setting, absorbing sections of green space to create a garden within.
The building’s lines are predominantly horizontal, balancing out the verticality of the trees lining the site’s periphery. Retractable glass panels on the pool-facing side dramatically open up the house to the outside, whilst also being mindful of the need for privacy.

From the social areas of the bungalow, one can relish uninterrupted views of the surrounding greenery. The integration of the living and dining areas, along with the library, creates a large...