​You’ve dog-eared the kitchen and master bedroom designs in that flashy catalogue handed to you by your home renovation Singapore expert.

You’ve selected the materials and set aside the cash. You are excited to get started!

Whether it’s a minor upgrade before you put your house on the market or a complete home revamp, renovations are serious business.
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We’ve seen home remodels go bad – delays, disappointments and overextended expenses. Why? It is the result of a poorly planned renovation.

Built-in furniture is slowly becoming the rage in Singaporean households. Its seamless look gives it an edge over standalone units. It blends well with the rest of the décor and makes optimum use of available space.

But wouldn’t fixed furniture also reduce the chances of shaking up your living room or bedroom design sometime in the future?
Well! We consulted a few Singapore interior designers to help weigh the options.
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Let’s first understand how freestanding and fixed built-in furniture differ. 

​Two years ago, the world shut down due to the rapidly spreading coronavirus.
 
We were all forced to work from home. We enjoyed it.
No more long commutes. We worked in our pyjamas. We took meetings from our beds.
 
Fast-forward to the present times.
 
Many of us are still at home, as companies have opted for permanent work-from-home. And now, at the end of the day, we feel those stiff backs and necks. Blame it on your poor posture! Besides, with so many distractions around, productivity levels have dipped.

Proper lighting is the difference between a dull home and one that has others drooling over the interiors.
 
The perfect combinations of ambient, task and accent lighting can transform your space. Lights set the mood of your home. They make it a warm, comfortable and functional space. They bring your room to life. 
 
If you are going into a remodelling or renovation soon, you sure will be overwhelmed by the selection of lights, for the choices are endless. In this short article, we discuss the different types of ceiling lights based on how they are mounted.

For many, buying a home is a dream come true!

And, when they finally do, a small apartment or HDB are the only options their shoestring budget can afford. 
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Then comes the real struggle, especially in Singapore where HDB BTO is getting smaller and smaller.

– trying to fit a mansion-full of stuff into a cubbyhole that is your house.
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You’re left with space to barely place a foot.

The kitchen is the space in your home that sees the most traffic, be it preparing meals or entertaining guests.

Therefore, when it comes to refurbishing a kitchen, it always boils down to striking that perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality. Unfortunately, many homeowners neglect efficiency and convenience in favour of plush cabinetry and premium finishes.
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If you are planning a kitchen renovation, here’s what you should read. We’ve rounded up the common mistakes of a poorly designed kitchen. We’ll also give you tips to avoid them.