![A modern house surrounded by plants, that also includes a swimming pool and underground carpark.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-with-plants-garden-230823-1117-01.jpg)
Wallflower Architecture + Design has shared photos of a home they recently completed in Novena, Singapore, that integrates plants into its design.
![A modern home in Singapore surrounded by plants, that also includes a 25-meter-long swimming pool.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-with-planters-230823-1153-01.jpg)
Located in a residential area in the middle of the city, the house sits on a fan-shaped property and has been designed to reflect the owners’ desire to recreate the feeling of being outdoors at home that comes from memories of vacations spent in tropical resorts.
![A modern home in Singapore surrounded by plants.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-with-planters-230823-1153-02.jpg)
As a result, the home features planters and gardens that surround its design, creating a sense of calm and privacy.
![A modern house with an expansive lawn and a 25-meter-long swimming pool in the central garden, creating a secluded and private oasis, while lighting highlights the design of the home at night.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-with-planters-230823-1153-03.jpg)
An expansive lawn and a 25-meter-long swimming pool in the central garden, create a secluded and private oasis, while lighting highlights the home’s design at night.
![A modern house with an expansive lawn and a 25-meter-long swimming pool in the central garden, creating a secluded and private oasis, while lighting highlights the design of the home at night.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-with-planters-230823-1153-04.jpg)
A long stone wall lined with vertical plantings and tall trees conceals much of the house, offering privacy and a welcome disconnect from the city surroundings.
![A long stone wall lined with vertical plantings and tall trees conceals a large part of this modern house, offering privacy and a welcome disconnect from the city surroundings.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-design-230823-1124-01.jpg)
The sheltered entrance is tucked away beneath a 29-foot (9m) cantilever roof, while the driveway curves down and under the home.
![A modern home with a curved driveway that leads underground.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-driveway-230823-1132-01.jpg)
![A modern home with a curved driveway that leads underground.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-curved-underground-driveway-230823-1129-01.jpg)
External spiral stairs with hidden lighting connect the lower level with the home above.
![A modern home with external spiral stairs that's surrounded by plants.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-spiral-stairs-230823-1120-01.jpg)
![A modern home with external spiral stairs that's surrounded by plants.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-spiral-stairs-230823-1120-02.jpg)
![A modern home with external spiral stairs that's surrounded by plants.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-spiral-stairs-230823-1120-03.jpg)
![A modern home with external spiral stairs that's surrounded by plants.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-spiral-stairs-230823-1120-04.jpg)
![A modern home with external spiral stairs.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-spiral-stairs-230823-1120-05.jpg)
The spiral stairs are adjacent to the large wood front door, which opens into a foyer with wood stairs that connect to the living spaces.
![A modern home with a large wood front door, and a skylight in the underground driveway.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-house-front-door-230823-1129-02.jpg)
![A modern home with wood stairs.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-wood-stairs-230823-1125-01.jpg)
![A modern home with hidden lighting.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-wood-stairs-230823-1125-02.jpg)
The open-plan living spaces have high wood ceilings and sliding glass doors on either side that open to outdoor areas.
![A modern open-plan living room and dining area with high wood ceilings and sliding glass doors that connect with the outdoor spaces.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-living-room-wood-ceiling-230823-1135-01.jpg)
![A modern living room with high wood ceilings.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-living-room-wood-ceiling-230823-1135-02.jpg)
In the kitchen, white cabinets allow the plants seen through the long horizontal window to be the focal point.
![In this modern kitchen, white cabinets allow the plants seen through the long horizontal window to be the focal point.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-white-kitchen-with-horizontal-window-230823-1127-01.jpg)
Large windows in the hallways allow the natural light to filter through, and at the same time, showcase the greenery that surrounds the home.
![A modern home with glass-lined hallways and wood floors.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-window-lined-hallway-230823-1135-01.jpg)
![A modern home with glass-lined hallways and wood floors.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-window-lined-hallway-230823-1135-02.jpg)
In a bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, timber screens are used to create privacy and a lifestyle resembling weekend retreats in a resort clubhouse.
![A modern bathroom with wood screens that create privacy and allow the natural light to filter through.](https://archup.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/modern-bathroom-freestanding-bathtub-230823-1117-01.jpg)