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Here's How To Enlarge Your Home Without Having To Adopt An Open Concept Layout
With its ability to make a compact apartment feel spacious, open concept living is becoming increasingly popular with HDB homeowners. However, not everyone has the luxury to sacrifice rooms to make way for an open plan. Here are 6 alternatives to the open plan that will make your home look and
An Essential Guide To The Dos And Don'ts Of HDB Renovation
Don't know where to start when planning for your HDB renovation? You've landed on the right page. We help you establish a solid groundwork of HDB home renovations so that it progresses according to plan. Timeframe Time is of the essence in an overhaul no matter if it’s mini or
11 Easy Updates That Will Give Your Home A Brand New Look
Think your home needs an update? Or simply love switching up the look of your place? These no-reno ideas let you experiment as often as you like. Grow a plant wall Plant creepers like morning glory or Japanese honeysuckle, and let them climb up a fence or even a scarf hanger
Easy DIY Projects To Turn Your Old Books Into Treasured Keepsakes
If you have plenty of books lying around the home and can’t bear to toss them out, these DIY projects will give them a new lease of life. The best part? These easy DIY projects allow you to create functional furniture or chic decorative accessories in no time at all.
This Timeless Furniture Collection Can Fit Into Any Home Design Aesthetic You Choose
If you're the type of homeowner who enjoys flipping the switch on your home decor style every now and then, choosing versatile furniture pieces that are adaptable to a multitude of styles will allow you to keep changing your decor style without having to buy new furniture all over again.
Simple Design Solutions For Creating That Picture-Perfect Living And Dining Space
Rev up the game of your living and dining layout with these brilliant design solutions. Botanical motifs Go big and bold with verdant shades of botanical prints. These can be imprinted on cushions and even blinds. To match these nature-inspired textiles, go for a muted colour palette of grainy tones

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A Creative 5-Room HDB Flat That Thought Outside The Box Quite Literally
These days, it is not uncommon to see HDB apartments exude luxurious and creative interiors. Contemporary homeowners are not only increasingly well-travelled, they are also more design-savvy. However, once in a while, we come across HDB dwellings that are truly unusual, and this five-room flat is one of those rarities.
This 4-Room HDB Flat Is The Very Definition Of An Urban Sanctuary
Step into this 4-room Punggol HDB flat and you would feel instant calm. Spacious and open, the home is filled with vibrant plants large and small. “This is a small apartment for a couple who loves nature and are experimental indoor gardeners,” says interior designer Cynthia Liau. Cynthia, who is
An Industrial-Style Open-Concept Home That Oozes Tonnes Of Personality
At 1,335 square feet, this condo unit might seem rather large in land-scarce Singapore. But as the husband mostly works from home, it was important to have the right layout to avoid feeling cooped up. Turning to Brim Design, the couple’s biggest request was to have an open hall that
Chic And Arty Details Define This HDB Apartment
Giving tastefully-done private homes a run for their money is this well-curated HDB flat unit situated in central Singapore. Walls of finesse reign here and this is drawn out by the exquisite pairing of colours and textures. The man behind this picture of perfection is designer Joey Khu who envisioned
Take A Tour Of This Stylish Apartment Designed With A Space-Maximising Loft
A lofted home is definitely far more exciting than a regular single storey space. When the homeowners came across this brand new condominium unit with a 6m-tall ceiling in the communal zone, they relished the idea of having a loft for their home-to-be. “It became the main criteria of their
A Family Home That Resembles A Chic Boutique Resort
Tucked away in the leafy residential area of Coronation Road is this six-bedroom terraced house. With its simple decor and a welcoming colour palette, the home primarily serves as a space for rest and relaxation for a family of 9. But before the modern resort-inspired abode came to be, designers

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What You Need To Know About This Year's New BTO Launches
If you are eager to get a BTO flat in 2018, you can rest easy knowing that around 17,000 flats will be launched this year. This is comparable to the number of BTO flats that were launched in 2017, despite the seemingly downward trend over the past few years. Whether
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4 House-Hunting Tips Everyone Should Know
Hunting for a new home may appear to be a straightforward affair. We tell you about the pitfalls to watch out for. You check the classifieds, put in a quick search online, then suss out feasible options with the right price. The truth is, finding the right abode is rarely
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5 Things To Note When You Visit A Showflat
Just like shopping for a new car, a common pre-purchase ritual that most prospective homeowners go through is to visit a property showroom. Yet, simply making the trip down to one and viewing it seldom yields all the information necessary for making a purchasing decision. The reason behind this is
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All Ready To Purchase Your First Flat? Here Are 5 Factors To Consider Beforehand
Whether you're one half of a newly married couple or a single looking for their own pad, buying your first flat is probably the biggest, and most intimidating, purchase you'll make in your lifetime. But before committing to such an investment, here are some factors to consider first. Consider what
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4 Ways To Avoid Costly Mistakes Often Made By First-Time Home Buyers
Surfing Pinterest for inspiration or browsing through stacks of interior decor magazines can be really fun when you’re thinking of getting your home first. It’s easy to visualise your dream home, but to afford it is an entirely different matter. For many, owning their own house is a life-changing event.
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Singles Tell Us 6 Tips They Learnt As First Time Homeowners
It’s a rite of passage to think about or at least dream of owning your own property, especially when you’re single and reaching 35 – the age when you will be able to purchase a HDB flat under the Single Singapore Citizen Scheme. Let's hear straight from the horse’s mouth
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5 Things You Should Do Before Engaging An Interior Designer
Whatever reasons you might have for renovating your home, it's always beneficial to engage an interior designer, as their experience and creativity are invaluable in helping you design a home that's unique to you and your loved ones. But before you hire an interior designer, there are some things you
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8 Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Embark On A Major Home Renovation Project
Planning to renovate your home? Before embarking on the journey, make sure you have all your ducks in a row by asking yourself the following questions to ensure a smoother renovation process and results that are more likely to meet your vision. Which room or rooms do I want to
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Read These Expert Styling Tips Before Deciding On Your Home's Design Theme
Much like your sartorial preferences, the style of your personal living space reveals a lot about you. However, trying to pin down an interior look that you love and can continue to do so even after decades down the road can be daunting – especially when new trends and evolving
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6 Clever Ways To Save On Your Renovation
Financing a renovation can be tricky. Before you get started, read this first to find how you can hack your reno budget without sacrificing style or function. Flooring should be, above all, practical The good news here is that there are many flooring options for many different types of budgets.
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7 Common Lighting Mistakes To Avoid When Renovating Your Home
Interior lighting is not just a part of decor, it is also a functional piece of furnishing as well. Ignoring certain rules can lead to an excessive consumption of electricity or creating unwanted dark spaces, or even both. As such, when you're choosing which fixtures to install in your home,
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How To Clean Your Home After A Major Renovation
After what feels like forever, your renovation is finally over. Time to sit back and enjoy your new space? Not so fast. Your interior designers may have cleaned your apartment after the renovation but it might only just be on the surface, and soon you'll find yourself noticing specks of dust
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