Scour the internet today and you'll find hundreds, maybe thousands or more, of interior design inspiration. And while the countless options may seem like something great on the surface, the truth is, they can soon be rather overwhelming. Especially for the first time home owner just trying to decide on the best cabinetsĀ for their home. Given the challenging situation, we wanted to find out how do professionals choose the cabinets they need. Not just for their homes but in critical … [Read more...]
When to Start Preparing for a New Condominium Renovation
One of the biggest questions we get from new home owners is... What do they need to prepare before renovating a new condominium apartment. Here's the thing about condos and even executive condos (ECs)... most developers would already have an existing design and layout in place. This means, there is hardly much renovation or even interior design for the home owner to even think about. Perfect for owners who don't want to think about the design, layout or colour. But for the artistic … [Read more...]
Low Ceiling Hallway Lighting Ideas & Tips
Perhaps one of the most underrated and often overlooked area in any home renovation project is the hallway. Worse when you suddenly realised (to your horror) you have a terribly low ceiling, making the already small space feel even more cramp and claustrophobic. Sure, you might have heard or read some home improvement tips being thrown around about how you can use lighting to give the illusion of space... but what happens when there are no natural light for you to play with? After all, not … [Read more...]
Fast & Furious Home Repairs You Can Do On Your Own
Drip. Drip. Drip. One of the worst fears for any new (and experienced) home owner is the sound of dripping water. Is it a running tap? Is it a leaking air conditioner? Or is it coming from the toilet bowl? Just like any product on this good Earth, nothing lasts forever. Wear and tear will settle in after repeated use. The question then is... Should you engage a professional or are some of these problems simple enough for you to conduct your own home repair? That's the challenge … [Read more...]