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Issue 108 Contents
spaces
spaces
ON THE COVER
A vision in pink and neutral tones, this
spacious bedroom is outftted with all the
amenities for stylish living.
68
FEATURES
30 Elements ground control
Meet HERF, the new kid on the block in the
fooring industry

34 Focus cooling measures
Choose the right air conditioner for your home
42 Practical spray play
12 spray paint projects to add colour into
your space
SPACES
52 cool change
A personalised, functional space for a
bachelorette and her two dogs
68 tough act
This rustic-looking family home is built
for easy maintenance
74 raw beauty
A sophisticated but timeless interior is
created with natural wood elements and
sharp design lines
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practical
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apr
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Design White Space Living
This year, the East and West sectors of the home are more
auspicious, as compared to the North.
Kenny Hoo, Fengshui master (p50, Expert Advice)
bare basics
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real homes,
real styles
6 on-trend themes
with product
suggestions to nail
the look
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8 News Whats in, whats up
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10 Bites Taste temptations
14 Month by Month April is a good
month to... bring colour home!
26 Catalogue Jewel-toned accessories
to dress your space
36 Look Wall paint colours inspired by
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48 Spotlight Benches to pump up
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50 Expert Advice Fengshui Master
Kenny Hoo dishes out tips for
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Some days back, an acquaintance of mine casually asked: Whats your
favourite theme? Upon hearing it, I was honestly stumped. As I searched
through my mind for an obvious answer, I realised I had none despite being in
the interior scene for almost six years. That, for me, was a moment of epiphany.
With local homeowners becoming more accepting of unconventional and
outrageous themes, there are honestly, many interesting styles emerging in
the homes on our sunny shores. Many people are fnding their own identities
through their homes and that could be the reason why I cant just pinpoint a
really specifc theme to love.
If you are, like me, unsure of what theme, out of so many glorious styles, is your
favourite, might we offer you some clarity in this months issue. April is all about
themes, if youve guessed by now, and weve collated a wonderful spread of
styles (Bare Basics, page 19) for you to steal. We have also segregated it by
country (Look, page 36) so you can draw inspiration from either picturesque
Greece or romantic Paris.
It is also our Colour special so get some foolproof tips (Month by Month,
page 14) on how to really dress up your space with colour. Or if you believe
in Fengshui, Fengshui master Kenny Hoo has dished out his top tips for
auspicious colours for 2014 (Expert Advice, page 50).
So, get going and well see you again next month!
Your editor,
8 APR
design touch
This April, we look into new products of sleek aesthetics
smooth operators
What happens when you need to put
something in your drawers but your hands
are full? With the new Unica drawer slide
system from Salice, just give the hand-less
drawers a nudge and it pops open! Closing
it is just as effortless as the drawers slide
back slowly and smoothly into place. Made
in Italy, it is the frst mechanical system to
combine push-to-open and decelerating
soft-close functions. Unlike other drawers
that require a power source, it is backed by
pure mechanical ingenuity.
Available at Spaceweiss Solutions,
www.spaceweiss.com
news
bright ideas
A collaboration between Philips and
SingPost has sparked the frst online
LED lighting store in Singapore. This new
around-the-clock platform brings its goods
to the web, carrying an exclusive selection
of functional solutions and decorative
pieces. One of the standout products is
Philips hue, the worlds smartest web-
enabled LED home system. Purchases
will be delivered right to your doorstep.
In addition to the perks of zero delivery
charges and a seven-day guaranteed
return policy, online consumers will get
frsthand availability of the latest products
ahead of others.
Visit www.philips.com.sg/shopled
italian inspirations
Dream Interiors has welcomed two prestigious Italian furniture labels,
Living Divani and Porro, into their brood. World-renowned Italian architect
and designer Piero Lissoni leads the creative development of both brands.
The upscale designs from Living Divani are characterised by sophisticated
lines and tasteful comfort in the upholstery system. Founded at the original
birthplace of Italian furniture in 1925, Porro has since evolved from producing
old-style pieces to contemporary collections revolving around relaxed living.
The brand exhibits simple and uncluttered styling that is big on monochrome
palettes and symmetry.
Located at 456 River Valley Road, tel: +65 6235 0220, www.dream-int.com
deluxe drench
Luxury brand Axor has teamed up with Swedish design
trio Front and Japanese design studio Nendo to develop
new shower installations, Axor LampShower and Axor
ShowerProducts respectively. Fusing the sensory
pleasure of light and water, the Axor LampShower
is a bulb encased in a sleek lampshade. This brings
about an idyllic atmosphere in the bathroom, with the
distinctive look resembling rain in the moonlight.
Available at Hansgrohe SE, www.hansgrohe.com.sg
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taste temptations
Give your taste buds a buzz with these fresh eats
durian deli
Loyal followers of Goodwood Park Hotels Durian Fiesta
will be thrilled to know that the Durian Fiesta is back
again from now to 13 July. Scrumptious new highlights
this year include Durian
Gula Melaka Roll, an
Asian take on the Swiss
roll; Durian Malay Cake,
inspired by the local
traditional steamed
cake. Also, save your
stomach for the petite
pastries of Mini Durian
Charlotte, a dainty
sandwich made with
Boudoir biscuits or
ladyfngers, and Mini
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Located at 22 Scotts Road,
tel: +65 6730 1786,
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all in one
Aptly named 63Celsius, this restaurant, bar and specialty coffee joint
pays tribute to the right temperature for sous vides eggs and coffee. It
serves an unpretentious mix of seasonal delights off a menu marked by
ethnic infuences from all around the world. Dishes worth sampling are
Chilean Sea Bass with Romesco Sauce, Josper Grilled Pork Tenderloin
and Galician Octopus. A carefully curated wine list and quality roasts
are there to please even the most discerning palates.
Located at 12 Marina View, #01-03 Asia Square Tower 2
seafood feast
Established since 1979, multi-award winning Pioneer Seafood is
celebrating its 35th anniversary back in Tuas, where the restaurant was
frst set up. It is well-known for its Steamed Fish with Pioneer Nonya
Assam Sauce, the Teochew O Ni, Crispy Scallop Mango Fritters, Steamed
Crab with Egg White Custard, and Prawn Fillet with Macadamia Nuts in
Orange Sauce. To celebrate its 35 years, the seafood veteran is rolling out
a S$3.50 per dish promotion. For dine-ins only, customers can choose
any one out of fve Pioneer selected seafood dishes for S$3.50 per dish.
Located at 71 Pioneer Road, #02-01 Tuas Amenity Centre, tel: +65 6863 3933,
www.pioneerseafood.com.sg
bon apptit
Previously one of the citys best kept secrets, Absinthe
has now set the standard for good service and needs
little introduction. Just as classic as its stately decor, the
menu features authentic French fare expertly prepared
with the freshest ingredients. While diners often nosh on
standout dishes like the rich and tender Duck Leg Conft,
other star items include Foie Gras Terrine and Seared
Hokkaido Scallops. In addition to fresh seasonal catch,
the restaurant serves an extensive list of reasonably
priced wines.
Located at 71/72 Boat Quay, tel: + 65 6222 9068,
www.absinthe.sg
10 APR
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As Duluxs Colour of the Year 2014, a lot can be
said about teal. This deep blue-green tinge is
reinvigorating, therapeutic, inviting and is said
to help open up communication and clarity of
thought. Being such an all-encompassing colour,
it is little wonder it can embrace different types
of themes too. Take for instance, it can effortlessly
accommodate the resort look, nostalgic and mid
century modern styles in this living-dining space.
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*Colours shown in the interior image may vary from actual paint colour due to difference in lighting in photographs and printing.
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Dulux Private Lagoon 90GG 19/151
Wiki chair, S$399,
retailing online at
www.justenjoylife.com
Amarant Coffee Table,
S$2,130, from Dream Interiors
d-Bodhi Fissure
collection dining table
(reclaimed teak wood),
S$2,500, from Journey East
Shadows pendant lamps, price upon
application, from Blackhole Lighting
Jonathan Adler multi
colour throw pillow,
S$322, from The Design Store
by Lifestorey
Instead of a
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month by month
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Text Ashley Choo
bring colour home!
April is a good month to...
12 fool-proof ways to sneak colour into your home and
no, were not even talking about paint!
A cheerful kitchen thatll
brighten your mood is
going to do wonders
for the dishes youll be
whipping up, and thats
good enough reason to
fnally make that gorgeous
robin blue Kitchenaid
mixer purchase!
Retailing at TANGS Orchard
and TANGS VivoCity
Give your
dinnerware
plates, bowls and
cups, a makeover
by simply
stacking them
and coordinating
them by their hues.
Place the strongest
hues on the top
and middle shelves
and alternate them
with your neutrals
and whites.
Throws and
cushions are
probably the
easiest and fastest
way to give your
couch character.
Dress up those
cotton hugs in
fashionable plaid
patterns, colour
blocks or in
experimental neon
animal prints.
Featuring Lima Throw,
S$299.95; Kipton
Pillow, S$80.95, all
from Crate & Barrel
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Black might seem like the
antithesis to this entire
article about adding
colours to your home but
it is also the most versatile
colour to clarify the existing
colours in your home.
For example, you can
use black cushions as an
accent against your white/
neutral coloured seatings
or use a black photo frame
to highlight your images.
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Alpine Mist Bianco Drift Clamshell Summer Rye Vanilla Noir
16 APR
month by month
Make a wall stand out with dazzling wallpaper. You dont even have to
pick a strong hue; pretty prints in pastels will add suffcient dosages of
colour and visual interest.
Featuring the Laundry wallpaper collection from Ferm Living (www.fermlivingshop.com)
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LED lights have an edge over traditional
fuorescents and bulbs for their energy
saving and low maintenance benefts. They
also have more colour versatility as well.
Try incorporating one into your headboard or
on top of it as a light-changing and mood-
altering cove light.
The bed is usually where most of us end up
making disastrous choices of crazy patterns
and awkward colour hues. Some experts
swear by the 80-20 rule while others abide
by the 60-30-10 rule. The trick really, for
us colour noobs, is to reduce the number
of colours used e.g. sheets in light colours,
pillows in bright accent colours.
Featuring Dottie bedding, from S$79.95, from
Crate & Barrel
These pop-coloured tealight holders
are a super simple and affordable
way of bringing colour to bare
tables. By day, they look fantastic
together as a riveting group and
by night, their soft candlelight glow
colours your walls with warmth.
Featuring Pop Tealights (5 colours),
S$8.95 each, from Crate & Barrel 5
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18 APR
month by month
Be it your own snapshots,
vintage movie posters or
your budding artist childs
artworks, a lot can go up
on your white walls. Try
framing each artwork up
to give your wall collage a
more structured style.
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Covering an entire
wall of foor in
strips of coloured
glass can be
overwhelming.
Something more
manageable
would be to
add a strip of
mosaic here or a
decorative patch
of tiles there.
Featuring Octogono
Musichalls
Multicolour tiles
from Hafary
An obvious choice if you have
kids but even if you dont,
iconic children furniture like the
Magis Puppy Chairs by Eero
Aarnio can add a colourful
element of fun in your living,
bedroom or study area. Other
big children toys you can covet
are the intensely hued Magis
Spun chairs.
Retailing at XTRA
Practical Singaporean
homeowners usually opt for
fooring options in tiles, laminates
or cement that are easy to
clean and maintain. This also
means that its easy to add soft
furnishings like boldly coloured
rugs and runners. Area rugs can
help to unify the furniture in the
space and even demarcate a
specialised area within a room.
Featuring the Christian Lacroix Multi-
colour souk rug from Designers Guild
This guest post was written by Ashley Choo, co-founder of
www.qeeple.com, the only mother-in-law approved web app for homes.
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19 APR
bare basics
Showcasing 6 on-trend themes with product suggestions to nail the look
Text Joseph Lim
real homes, real styles
Shabby Chic Vintage
Pet-friendly
Travel-inspired
Futuristic Caf inspired
bare basics
20 APR
Mia chair by Samuel
Wilkinson for Emu,
Marquis@QSquare
For a relaxed cafe vibe with pops of colour, turn to industrial-style
furniture with quirky tableware.
caf inspired
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Intermix
hexagonal
pink plate,
S$12,95,
from CB2
Leeds dining bench by District Eight
Design, S$1790, from Journey East
Retro Napkin
Dispenser (Lord Brian),
S$24.90, from Mono Yono
Aim lights by Bouroullec brothers
for Flos, S$6,130 (conguration of
5 bulbs), from Space Furniture
21 APR
Styled with masculine elan, homes of the future
conjure an urban and sophisticated scene.
futuristic
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Papilio bed by Naoto Fukasawa for
B&B Italia, from Space Furniture
Grandtour armchair
by Ludovica + Roberto Palomba
for Maserati, manufactured by
Zanotta, from Proof Living
Construction lamp
by Joost van Bleiswijk,
S$4,520, from
Space Furniture
Sphere table by
Hella Jongerius for Vitra,
S$5,070, from
Space Furniture
Etoile light
by Adriano Rachele for Slamp,
from Marquis@QSquare
22 APR
bare basics
For your furry friends with paws and claws, youll approve our
pick of hard-wearing and style-conscious furniture.
pet-friendly
O2 chair designed by Finn Stone for
XLBoom, S$525, from Journey East
Gubi Ronde
pendant light by
Oliver Schick for Gubi,
from The Design Store
by Lifestorey
Dog house by
Michael Young for Magis,
S$1,498, from XTRA
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Vera coffee tables,
from S$795, from
BoConcept
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Monte sofa, S$3,555,
from BoConcept
23 APR
Despite its casual, weathered or even distressed look,
these items make you feel right at home.
shabby chic
Fe Granny
oor lamp
by Pudelskern
for Casamani,
from The
Design Store
by Lifestorey
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Featuring Jacob & Indian Cabinet, S$980; Vincent Shepard Jacob
Dining Chair, S$330; Hexagonal Mirror, S$195, all from Originals
Featuring Paul Java
dining table with
stainless steel legs
(assorted sizes), from
S$2,000; Vincent
Sheppard Paul dining
chairs, S$300 each;
Indian shelves, S$860,
all from Originals
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Cumulus armchair by
Diesel/Moroso, from The
Design Store by Lifestorey
Nyth bowls by Ladies & Gentlemen,
from Dream Interiors
Hoof table by Samuel Wilkinson for
&Tradition, from Grafunkt
Concrete wallpaper
by Piet Boon for NLXL, POA,
from Dream Interiors
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bare basics
Go the distance with products that depict your
thirst for wanderlust adventures.
travel-inspired
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luggage tags, from XTRA
Marconi
spotlight, S$3,639,
from The Wright Gift
Urbanhike
side table by
Marcel Wanders for moooi,
S$2,800, from Space Furniture
Bombay pouf by Woouf,
from Dream Interiors
Seax armchair by
Jean-Marie Massaud for
Dedon, from XTRA
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Furniture and accessories with a yesteryear appeal do their
magic to create memories of a bygone era.
nostalgic
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Marble top with
Kopitiam leg table, from
Comfort Design
Marl Green large sofa by G-Vintage, from
The Design Store by Lifestorey
Purple revarnished Kopitiam chair,
from Comfort Design
Phone dock
by Jonathan
Adler, from The
Design Store
by Lifestorey
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As these jewel tones attest, life isnt always black and white
Text & Co-ordination Jasmine Goh Styling Khaili Teoh
Photography Justin Loh, Shining Head Media
shades of splendour
Clockwise from top left:
Loopdedoo navy placemat, S$8.95, from Crate & Barrel Salad plate, S$7.95, from CB2 Flower, S$1.90, from IKEA
Marimekko zip pouch, S$46.20; Notebook, S$8.90, both from Prints Frame, S$3.90, from IKEA
Dishtowel, S$24.95 (set of 2); Raza lace plate, S$26.95, both from Crate & Barrel Metal tealight holder, S$14.95, from BoConcept
Clockwise from top left:
Saucepan hook, S$69; Chillbots ice tray, S$16.90, both from Monoyono Tray, S$53.95; Cherries dishtowel,
S$9.95, both from Crate & Barrel Red ruby glass tealight holder, S$7.50, from CB2 Escargot funnel, S$24, from Pylones
Valve hook, S$24.90, from Monoyono Hook, S$4.50, from IKEA Lobster bottle opener, S$16, from Pylones
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Clockwise from top left:
Hedgehog candle holder, S$14.95, from CB2 Tealight holder, S$19.95, from BoConcept Box, S$27.90; Pen pot, S$13.90,
both from Prints Cupcake pedestal, S$4.95, from Crate & Barrel Reamer, S$6.95, from Crate & Barrel Egg crate, S$13.95,
from Crate & Barrel Vintage wooden hanger, S$24.90, from Monoyono Napkin holder, S$2.90, from IKEA
Clockwise from top left:
Miss Kimmer skimmer, S$29, from Pylones R candlestick, S$29.95, from BoConcept Groove pencils, S$2.40 each; A5 notebook, S$20.40;
A6 notebook, S$19.40, all from Prints Plate, S$7.90; Placemat, S$2.90; Vase, S$9.90; Scented block candle, S$13.90 (set of 3), all from IKEA
Tealight holder, S$8.95, from Crate & Barrel Metal tealight holder, S$14.95, from BoConcept
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control
Theres a new kid on the
block in the fooring industry and
its getting as popular as laminate
and vinyl. Meet HERF
H
ERF, short for High End Resilient Flooring,
is fast gaining popularity among local
homeowners. It is said to be an affordable
fooring option that promises comfort, durability, and
easy maintenance, even in high-traffc areas. Some
homeowners are even using it in wet zones like the
kitchen and bathroom. We fnd out more about this
fooring type and how it compares to the rest.
What is
High End
Resilient
Flooring
(HERF)?
High End Resilient Flooring is a
type of synthetic fooring in the
Resilient Flooring family, which
includes linoleum and vinyl.
Resilient fooring is constructed
with material that has some
elasticity, giving the fooring a
degree of fexibility called resilience.
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Maintenance
The level of maintenance that HERF
supposedly requires is quite low.
Regular sweeping or vacuuming
is suffcient to keep the foor clean
and looking good.
As HERF is waterproof, theres
no need to worry about the rain
coming in and wetting your foors
when you forget to close the
windows. Nevertheless, HERF is
still considered indoor fooring and
should not be installed outdoors.
Prolonged exposure to the sun
may cause it to experience colour
tonality changes.
In addition, it has a ceramic-
beaded wear layer which gives
its surface a high resistance to
scratches; especially from pets or
when you move furniture pieces
around the room.
Comfort & safety
Like other resilient fooring types,
HERF is comfortable to walk
on and provides good impact
resistance. In the events of falls,
the impact is cushioned by the
resilience of the fooring and the
injury could likely be reduced.
HERF is also certifed to have
a high level of slip resistance,
making it a suitable fooring option
for young children and the elderly.
It is said to be not slippery even
when its wet, a feature that is
drawing many homeowners to use
this in the kitchen since its also
waterproof!
Due to its material composition,
HERF is odourless and passes
health standards tests by being
low in VOC (volatile organic
compounds) emission.
Featuring
HERF
Amsterdam
Eggshell,
from Evorich
Flooring Group
Featuring
HERF
Hazelnut,
from Evorich
Flooring Group
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Design & appearance
As of now, HERF can emulate the look of
wood, marble, granite and pebbles. The
wood design of HERF imitates the grains
and colour of actual wood very closely,
with beveled edges and an embossed
surface to create the wood-like feel and
appearance.
However this is a relatively new product
in Singapore, the range of designs that
homeowners can choose from is rather
limited. It pales in contrast especially
when compared to laminate fooring
designs which can vary from thousands of
patterns and colours.
Lifespan
HERF is believed to be reusable. Due
to the installation method, homeowners
can actually dismantle the fooring and
then bring it along with them when they
move to a new home. This would mean
that you wouldnt need to spend money
on new fooring again when you upgrade
to another place. Reusing your fooring
also allows you to do your bit for the
environment.
For residential usage of HERF,
homeowners are given a lifetime warranty
of 20 to 30 years depending on the
individual product.
Installation
Using a direct overlay
system, HERF is installed
with an interlocking
mechanism without any
glue or underlay.
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For the HERF that Evorich carries, it
has to have at least a R9 Standard of
slip resistance, uses a click locking
system instead of adhesives or glue for
installation, passes tests for low levels
of formaldehyde emission and other
certifcations.
The three important ones that consumers
can use easily to recognise a HERF
product is frstly, the thickness of the
fooring board. It needs to be at least
5mm thick. Secondly, the product should
be odourless. To be sure, check for
certifcation of low VOC emission. Thirdly,
look out for its slip-resistance properties.
Wood Look
Many local households love the look of
wood at home but rather than install
actual wooden fooring or parquet, they
prefer to have a fooring type that is easier
to upkeep. As such, laminate and vinyl
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High End
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Waterproof
No, only water
resistant. However,
recent technology
has enabled the
topmost layer to be
waterproof.
Yes, except
the ones
installed using
the glue-less
interlocking
system
Yes, except
the ones
installed using
the glue-less
interlocking
system
No
Limitless as the
pattern comes
from a layer of
photo paper
Wood and
stone
Wood and
stone
S$3.50 S$11.50
S$4.50 S$5.80
S$6.50 S$8
No, wood
bres may be
present
7-12mm
2-4mm
At least
5mm
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Termite
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Board
thickness
Need for
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Designs Price range/
sq ft
At a glance, high end resilient fooring products
seem very similar to vinyl tiles. We ask Jacky Tan,
Head of Marketing at Evorich Flooring Group,
how we can differentiate between the two.
How is HERF
different from
other types of
resilient ooring?
Which
specications
should
homeowners
look out for?
tiles have been the popular alternatives
to achieve wooden fooring without the
hassle of maintenance. We compare these
options with HERF, the latest newcomer in
the wood look-alike fooring scene.
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focus
cooling measures
Take the heat off by choosing the right air conditioner for your home
Text Jasmine Goh
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Choosing an air conditioner
The following factors are some things you need to consider
when selecting the right air conditioning unit. Keep in mind
your home size, household needs, and lifestyle habits to get
the most appropriate air conditioner for your home.
Type of system
Inverter or Non-inverter
Cooling capacity
Energy Efciency Rating
Type of lter
Noise level
A reputable brand
After sales service
Design and colour
Installation
Homeowners need to
decide if they want their
entire home or specic rooms
to be air conditioned as
these factors affect the type
of air conditioner that will
meet their usage needs.
Irene Ng, Vice-President,
Marketing, Samsung Asia Pte Ltd
Choose an air-
conditioner with
the right cooling
capacity for room.
For example,
calculation can
be based on an
estimated 60BTU/h
for every square
foot. Another factor
to consider is if
windows are tinted.
Satoshi Umegaki,
Senior Manager, International
Operation Department,
Air Conditioning System Group,
Hitachi Appliances, Inc.
Look out for the
noise level that the air
conditioner produces
and most importantly,
after sales service.
Mr. Sean Lee,
AE Product Director,
LG Electronics Singapore
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chill out
LG ARTCOOL Platinum Series System 3
Boasting fve unique stages (fltering, deodorising,
eliminating, ionising and auto cleaning) to reduce the
spread of harmful air-borne bacteria and viruses, this
latest unit from LG is ftted out with a tempered glass
fnish to blend smoothly with your home interior.
Retailing at S$3,799 at Courts, Gain City, Natural Cool
Airconditioning and Engineering Pte Ltd, Best Tech Aircon,
All Best Airconditioning & Electric Pte Ltd, Chong City
Aircon and Electrical Pte Ltd, Tai Wah Refrigeration, North
East Refrigeration, Air Con Materials, Hong Huat Electrical,
Eighteen Degrees, and Goh Sin Huat Electrical Pte Ltd
Samsung AR5000
The combination of an Easy Filter eliminating
dust, airborne contaminants and allergens and an
S-Plasma ion technology to get rid of bacteria
and viruses form the two-step Double Virus Care
System in the AR5000 so that air is cleaned before
being circulated into the room.
System 2 is retailing at S$2,529; System 3 is retailing from
S$3,129 at all major consumer electronics stores
Hitachi All DC Multi Split Inverter
This inverter system comes with a Nano
Titanium Wasabi Air Purifying Filter that promises
antibacterial, anti-mould, anti-allergen and
deodorising effects to keep the air clean and fresh.
It utilises a DC motor, which is said to be more
effcient than an AC one.
Retailing at Gain City
System type
There are generally two types of air conditioning system:
window air conditioner and the split system.
Window air conditioner
Technically called a unitary air conditioning system, it
consists of a self-contained air conditioning unit that is
placed in a window or through a hole in an exterior wall. This
is an affordable option for homes that need air conditioning
only in one room.
Split system
The split system breaks the air conditioning system into two
packages the indoor unit and the outdoor compressor,
with refrigerant tubing passing through the wall to connect
the both. Some models come with multiple indoor units that
will use one single compressor; this is known as the multi-
split air conditioning system.
The split system is favoured by many homeowners as
the installation of the air conditioner is not restricted to
the exterior walls. It also allows them to place the outdoor
compressor at a more convenient area.
Inverter air conditioners are usually
considered more energy-effcient than
their non-inverter counterparts. This
is because they are able to operate
at partial load, which is a common
scenario in a typical household where
not all the indoor units are switched on
at the same time. In such cases, inverter
AC units can help you to save on your
electrical bills. However, it will not make
much difference at full load, when all the
units are switched on for the whole day.
To
invert
or not?
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We go international by un-coding the colours to varying countries with wall paint
Text Disa Tan
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country couture
Greece
Just like its fag, blue epitomises this alluring country. Its
Mediterranean coastline and whitewashed Santorini landscape
are the main inspiration for its associations with white and blue.
Dulux Milano
16BG 29/350
Dulux Twilight Zone
91BB 07/263
Dulux Regal Wave
70BG 09/171
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Dulux Palladian Plum
30RR 19/068
Paris
Romance, lace and
pearls, and French
couture are what Paris
does best so weve
associated this classy
dame with purple. This
riveting shade is best
paired with chandeliers,
wall mouldings and
ornate European
furniture to match.
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Denmark
On the Scandinavia
trail, we move
upwards to
Denmark where
pristine whites set
off the wooden
beauty of mid
century modern
pieces. Often paired
with a light-flled
living space, easy
whites offer an
inviting and lived-in
quality like no other.
Dulux Daisy White
PL 20103
Dulux Hale Village
20YY 22/129
Italy
As the capital with
the fnest leather
furniture industries,
the best colour to
pay tribute to Italy
is masculine tones.
Thats grey or even
warm neutrals like
these to draw out the
chill atmosphere of
these lounging seats.
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Spain
Full of folklore and folk songs, Spain has a colourful culture and it
shows. The land of Fiestas has this soothing wall feature of organic
and pure tribal lines to showcase its endless zest for life.
Dulux
French Stripe Red
10YR 17/465
Dulux Midnight Cruise
10RB 10/116
Dulux Shaker Village
30RR 08/044
Dulux Morocco Red
10YR 07/125
Dulux Private Lagoon
90GG 19/151
Dulux Gilt Trip
30YY 12/263
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France
A bit of country and a hint of
glitz, a number of French homes
still retain old world glamour.
And what goes best with this
beautiful medley? Unassuming,
soft shades like these pastel
green and blues.
Dulux Whistler
50GG 55/049
Dulux
English Meadows
10GY 58/105
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Sweden
A lick of these ice cream
tones on your walls will
help give a hand in creating
that ethereal Scandinavian
style. And since quite a
number of Nordic furniture
(think Muutos Nerd chairs)
is also coated in sweet,
dreamy hues, creating a
calm and collected feel
wont be so hard.
Dulux Delicious
19RR 78/088
Dulux
Strawberry Blonde
00YY 83/069
Dulux Light Lime
88YY 81/230
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practical
12 spray paint projects to add a fresh
dash of colour into your space
Text & Styling Jasmine Goh
Art Direction Kevin Wong
Photography Justin Loh, Shining Head Media
Shot on location at Egg3 Playfair Road
Tree branches
For that touch of nature without
the raw rustic feel, simply spray a
dried tree branch in a shade that
matches your home interior.
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Floor mat
Dont be too quick to throw out an
old doormat. Charming paw prints in
neon pink will no doubt draw oohs
and aahs from your guests.
Photo frames
Add another dimension to plain frames with spray
painted designs and patterns. Not just restricted to
photo frames, this method can be used to jazz up
your mirror frames as well.
Glass bottles
Upcycle an old soda bottle by
transforming it into a retro-
inspired vase. For a consistent
take, have it completely
covered in the same colour.
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practical
Wall
clock
Paste round
stickers in a
uniform pattern all
around the clock
frame and spray it
over in vivid orange
to create a quirky
dotted clock.
Clothes
hangers
White wooden
hangers are defnitely
sweet and elegant,
but it can get a tad
boring after a while.
To shake things up,
have them coloured all
the same for a clean,
collective look or get
creative and combine
complementary
colours.
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Memo board
Adopting a nautical theme for your desk
or console table? Make your pin board the
focal point with blue and white waves. Its
functional while keeping with the theme!
Baskets
Rattan or straw baskets can be refreshed
using this method to get the dip-dye effect.
Wrap and tape off the top half of the basket,
leaving the bottom half exposed.
practical
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Coin bank
Coin banks dont have to look kiddy.
Give it a chic update with zebra
stripes. Wrap masking tape around
its body to form the stripes before
spraying on black paint.
Wooden pegs
Dress your trusty clothespins up
in vibrant hues. To use them for
the laundry, apply an extra layer of
varnish to seal in the colour.
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Mugs
Personalise your coffee mug with a
shot of colour on the handle. No more
mixing it up with the other mugs in
the communal pantry.
Cork trivets
Protect your countertops with cork trivets
stenciled with your favourite moustache
motif. Do also for drink coasters to create
a matching set at home.
OLD NEWSPAPERS, CARDBOARD
OR A DROPCLOTH Spray paint goes
everywhere so spread out enough to cover
and protect the ooring.
SPRAY PAINT For regular colours, you can
get them from the nearby hardware store.
More fancy colours and nishes are available
at craft shops but will cost at least double
the price.
TAPE AND STENCILS These are for you
to cover the areas of the object where paint
is not wanted. Stencils can be purchased at
stationery shops. Otherwise, DIY and cut it
out yourself.
MASK Its best to put on a mask to minimise
the amount of paint vapour and propellants
directly inhaled. This is especially important if
your work area is indoors.
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Spray
painting
tips:
Read the instructions on the
can before spray painting. This
will provide you with valuable
information such as how far to
hold the spray can from the object,
how long to shake the can before
spraying, and safety precautions.
Ensure that you are
working in a well-
ventilated area. Do your
spray painting outdoors
whenever possible. If
youre indoors, open all
the doors and windows.
Clean the surface of the
object to remove dust and
dirt. This will provide an
even surface for the paint
to stick to. Also, be sure
the surface is dry before
beginning to paint.
spotlight
set the benchmark
Coordination Chew Hui Ling
Pump up the seating quota at home with one or
two of these benches
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Indian Recycled Bench
Retailing at S$550 at Originals
Atelier K
Collection
Bench
Retailing at
S$589 at
Mountain Teak
Twist Collection Bench
Price upon application at Mountain Teak
Oak Straight Bench
Retailing at S$1,205 at Whitewoods
Prologue Collection
Duo Dining Bench
Retailing at S$490 at Scanteak
Elle Bench by Folks
Retailing from S$1,862 at Grafunkt
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Java
Dinglik
Bench
Retailing from
S$350 at
Originals
Kow Ma Bench
Retailing at S$1,980 at
Mondi Lifestyle Gallery
WIN THIS!
Check out
how on
page 129!
FHR Foot
Bench
Price upon
application at
Francfranc
Prologue
Collection
Duo Swivel
Bench
Retailing at
S$750 at
Scanteak
Deserter
Collection
Bench
Retailing at
S$449 at
Mountain
Teak
Branch Bench by Bludot
Retailing at S$962 at Grafunkt
Bench with Wooden Poles
on Stainless Steel Legs
Retailing at S$1,594 at WTP
JPGFlak Bench
Retailing from S$1,165 at Grafunkt
expert advice
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Text Disa Tan
Images courtesy of AkzoNobel
In Fengshui, colours are the key to showering you with opportunities of
better wealth and prosperity. We get Kenny Hoo, AkzoNobels commisioned
Fengshui master, to dish out the auspicious shades for 2014
luck & harmony
With the number 4 Green Star arriving in the all-important Centre
Palace, the colour to behold is green. It is recommended to paint
or decorate the Centre sector of your home and offce to boost
academic progress and business prosperity. This can help to
improve creative thinking abilities too.
You should also wear green clothes, use green-coloured
products, or paint your home green to reap the positive energy
and prosperity of this infuential colour of the year.
What is
the colour
for the
year of
the Wood
Horse?
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This year,
the East and
West sectors of
the home are
more auspicious,
as compared
to the North.
Kenny Hoo,
internationally recognised
Fengshui master
Coincidentally, AkznoNobels Colour of the
year is also green. To be more specifc, it is
teal and symbolises the balance of green and
harmony of blue. This makes it the perfect
colour for any home.
AkzoNobels
Colour of the
Year 2014,
Teal
Northwest
Beware the number 5 Yellow Star which is associated
with calamities, injuries and accidents at the North-
western side of your home or offce. Do not place
aquariums and avoid renovating this area. Also, avoid
red, yellow and brown to trigger negative energies.
Instead, paint it blue or white to ward off ill effects.
South
With the Wealth Star
residing here, painting a
feature wall in light yellow
or brown can harness the
positive energy and bring
greater fortune.
East
Painting your wall with
a combination of green
and blue hues in the
Eastern region will help to
improve family health and
fortune. This decreases
the negative energy of
the number two Black
Star, which will bring
about sicknesses.
Southeast
Is the family always
bickering? Painting a wall
in purple or other reddish
hues can help prevent
arguments and legal
issues.
North
Paint a feature wall here in
green and mix it with purple
or red. Applicable for both
your home and offce. Since
green can help boost the
positive qi of the number
9 Purple Star found in the
north area, it can promote
good health, wealth,
harmony and prosperity.
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spaces
Text Deborah Jane Goon
Images courtesy of White Space Living
cool change
This slick new monochromatic beauty features a personalised
bedroom oasis, an open concept kitchen and a dining room with a rich
interplay on cheeky but sophisticated design elements
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FEATURE WALL (left)
The long feature wall in the living room
shows off the ingenuity of the designers
who have managed to create a seamless,
completely ushed TV wall with hidden
storage that takes its form in the
corresponding guestroom platform bed.
LIVING & DINING (top)
The clever sliding door behind the sofa
hides the entrance to the master bedroom,
while blending in seamlessly with the
design language of the contemporary
fashioned home.
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here are many perks of being a
bachelorette, and one of the biggest
ones when renovating is being able
to fashion your home in any style you
fancy. So when it came to renovating this
four-room HDB fat in Bishan, the only
person that the designers had to cater for
was the homeowner and her two precious
dogs. In order to reconfgure the space
so that it would fow better and suit the
homeowners needs explicitly, most of the
walls were torn down. In fact very little of
the original foor plan was left untouched.
The kitchen and dining room were
reconfgured to create one large open
concept space. In order to emphasise
the full expanse of space here, one entire
wall is covered in wallpaper. A bold move
was taken by the designers to add the
track lighting on the walls instead of the
ceiling, in order to further emphasise
the space expanse and ceiling height.
Not wanting to stop the design process
there, the inventive designers chose to
create a stunning design on the foor that
really anchors the entire space together.
Homogeneous tiles in a variety of three
monochromatic shades were cut to size
and carefully laid on the foors to create an
eye-catching display that gives this space
its distinctive design lines. The result is a
bold yet fuid design feature that lends a
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ENTRANCE AREA (top)
A cosy entrance area
complete with a bench
and shoe cabinet now
characterises the entrance
area of the home.
DINING AND
KITCHEN (left)
One wall is nished in
wallpaper with wall mounted
track lighting emphasising
the expanse and height of
the newly refurbished space.
The only form of colour that
presents itself in the kitchen
is in the form of the colourful
dining chairs amidst the sea of
monochromatic elements.
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Four-room HDB unit
si ze
1,237 square feet
l ocati on
Bishan
home to
Bachelorette and her two dogs
desi gner
Elden Lim, Eddie Lee & Jake Tong
from White Space Living
budget
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DINING & KITCHEN (above)
Individually cut and laid oor tiles
give the kitchen its unmistakable form
while setting the tone for the design
process in the rest of the home.
Opposite page
DIVIDER (top)
Clever use of sliding panels in this
home means that the black glass
encased bathroom and walk-in
wardrobe can be closed up to create
more privacy if the homeowner requires.
WALK-IN WARDROBE (bottom)
View of the L-shaped walk-in
wardrobes and the bag display shelves
just outside the bathroom in the
personalised master bedroom.
feature wall, set the tone in the adjacent
living room space. Hidden storage under
the wall-mounted TV takes its place within
the guestroom platform bed, which sits on
the other side of the TV feature wall.
This allows the living room to remain
spotless, while keeping audio and other
entertainment equipment under wraps.
Youll notice that the top of the TV feature
wall is fnished in glass panel strips in order
to allow natural light to penetrate the living
room space from the guest bedroom.
Rather than waste too much space on the
guestroom, a daybed was created here so
the room stays functional but the emphasis
still stays within the need to create more
room in the living room.
Just behind the sofa in the living room,
a top hung laminate fnish sliding door
provides a backdrop for the sofa while
concealing the master bedroom entrance
modern touch and sets the tone for the
rest of the home.
A central island made up of a
solid surface top and granite takes up
the bulk of the space in the kitchen,
with an incorporated hob and ceiling
mounted hood adding to the function
and mechanics here. Meanwhile, the
adjoining laminate fnish dining table was
specifcally designed so that it continues
from the kitchen counter in one fuid
motion. Colourful reproduction chairs
add a cheeky touch to the otherwise
monochromatic space, while hanging
pendant lamps add mood lighting
when required.
In the living room, the TV feature wall
has been fashioned in a familiar manner
to the foor tiles in the kitchen. A variety of
laminate planks, which have been cleverly
cut and pieced together to form a design
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The ooring in the open concept dining and
kitchen area is made up of three varying
monochromatic tiles that have been cut to size to
create an interesting design feature.
Continuing the design from the feature ooring
in the dining-kitchen area, the living room feature
wall boasts a similar pattern, this time in laminate
nish planks that have been pieced together for a
consistent look and feel.
The entire space in this home has been
recongured to suit its owners needs and wants
from an open concept dining-kitchen to a large
open plan bedroom with plenty of hidden storage
and a gorgeous glass encased bathroom.
Sliding panels are used in the living room and in
the master bedroom to create visual separation
for each space and to allow the areas to be
closed off if necessary.
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BEDROOM (left)
The newly engineered
master bedroom has
everything a homeowner
would need to stay
relaxed and enjoy the
fruits of her labour.
Featuring Joe Lounge
fuschia chair; Indian rug;
grey cushion,
all from Originals
GUESTROOM (above)
In order to allow for a larger
living room area, the guest
bedroom only allows for a
long daybed for when guests
come to stay. The ingenious
design also conceals hidden
storage for the living room AV
equipment.
ISLAND SHELF (below)
The design language in the
master bedroom is chic and
simple with the inviting bed
sitting against a grey painted
wall. Custom designed laminate
nished bedsides accompany
the space while an expansive
central island storage system
allows for a wall mounted TV
and display shelf space.
for more privacy. The homeowners
personal oasis awaits just beyond the
sliding door. The existing walls between
the master bedroom and the common
bedroom were demolished to allow for
one sprawling master bedroom and
bathroom with an adjoining walk-in
wardrobe. A raised platform with vinyl
foorboards sets this area apart from the
rest of the home and is teamed with a
grey feature wall where the bed resides.
But it is the open concept black tinted
glass encased bathroom that really takes
the cake here.
The ample use of black tinted glass
gives the bathroom a sophisticated
touch but doesnt close up the room or
make it feel any smaller than it should.
Just outside the black glass encased
bathroom are laminate fnish wardrobes,
with a large single sliding panel put
into place so the wardrobe area can
be enclosed if required. The result is
a seamless fusion of space within the
master bedroom with a keen attention
to detail that allows this bachelorette
homeowner to really take ownership of
her space.
White Space Living, +65 6323 3139,
www.whitecorps.com
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Text Jasmine Goh
Styling Khaili Teoh
Art Direction Kevin Wong
Photography Justin Loh, Shining Head Media
smart
and savvy
Taking design ingenuity to the next
stage is the savvy storage units in this modern
Scandinavian resale apartment unit
LIVING AREA
For the simple
Scandinavian look, a
matching wooden coffee
table and fabric sofa
from AIR Division were
chosen to complete the
living space.
UPCLOSE
Stylish sliding
panels keep the
entertainment
storage unit
looking clean
and neat.
W
ith its clean lines, woody fnishes and open-concept layout,
this family home extends a warm welcome at frst sight. It is
Scandinavian yet modern. Its this look that the homeowners
wanted and their commissioned designers from interior design
studio, Story of Us, nailed it.
The brief was clear: An understated Scandinavian style. Besides
specifying this to the Story of Us design team, the married couple
also requested for more storage and an open concept layout. This
is evident in their brand new spectacular semi open-plan bathroom
which overlooks the master bedroom.
In the public zones, more storage space is created in the dining,
living and dry kitchen. In fact, the lofty storage units are design
features themselves which ground the overall modern Scandinavian
look. Taking precedence in the dining area is the bookshelf-display
unit. As the couple and their two young daughters have amassed
many books and knick-knacks, this eye-catching storage and
design fxture is just the solution to showcase their collections.
Elevating its functionality is a sliding panel in wood grain laminate
affxed in the middle of the storage fxture, which can be pushed to
either side for access to the closed storage compartment.
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DRY
KITCHEN (right)
A re engine-red
refrigerator steals
the show amidst the
wood grains and
mid-grey tones of this
open-concept cooking
and entertaining area.
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Three-bedroom condominium unit
si ze
1,528 square feet
l ocati on
Woodleigh
home to
A married couple and their
two daughters
desi gner
Story of Us
budget
S$82,000
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KITCHEN (above)
For design consistency, the wet
kitchen is decked out in the same
wood grain laminate nish as the
dry kitchen outside.
DINING AREA
(opposite page)
With the custom-built storage-
display unit as the main feature,
mismatched dining chairs were
added to play up the colour
scheme of black and brown.
Another smart storage and design
fxture is the boxy-looking entertainment
unit in the living space. Hidden and
closed shelving compartments offer
ample storage space for entertainment
peripherals while louvered sliding panels at
the bottom house the home entertainment
devices. In the middle of it all, a recessed
area helms the fat screen TV.
To make up for the lack of a
storeroom, the designers from Story of Us
also had to turn to ingenious ways to store
bulkier items, like say the homeowners
bicycles. The original idea was to install a
metal bike storage pole, but the designers
felt that it would not be in line with the
overall design theme. Instead, they
proposed wall-mounted bike shelves
which are a contemporary alternative to
the industrial-looking pole. Finished in
the same laminate as the other carpentry
works, these bike shelves form part of
the dcor in the living room and provides
a space to hold the helmets too.
Originally part of the wet kitchen, the
dry kitchen with the bar counter was
created by taking down the walls that
enclosed it. Besides being an ideal space
for entertaining, the dry kitchen provides
a space for the missus to do baking with
her two little girls. To facilitate this, the
design team installed the oven out here
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clockwise from top left
Featuring Same Same Blue 3-pack glasses;
Glass Pitcher (1L), all from The Design Store
by Lifestorey
DAUGHTERS ROOM
Wall stickers in the shape of colourful garden
owers were applied to brighten and add cheer
to this space shared by the two sisters.
Featuring New York 33-litre storage box, from
The Design Store by Lifestorey
Featuring Buttery cushions (assorted sizes);
Half moon cylindrical cushion, all from The
Design Store by Lifestorey
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Forget industrial-looking bike poles. Wooden shelves are a
more seamless wall-mounted storage option for bikes.
Dont be afraid of painting one wall in a dark colour. It
provides contrast among all the other light-coloured walls
and can turn into a design statement.
Using the same laminate pattern for different carpentry
works throughout the whole apartment helps to ensure
design consistency.
Renovating a home does not mean having to hack
away everything. Keep what is still good. Here, the original
marble ooring in the living room and parquet in the
bedrooms are retained.
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equipped with a refrigerator and a full-
height larder.
The entrance to the wet kitchen is
moved a short distance back, and a swing
door with a vertical light slot is added. This
keeps cooking fumes contained within the
cooking quarters while allowing light to
fow through.
The warm and relaxed atmosphere is
continued on in the bedrooms. With an
open-concept bathroom that the couple
requested for, the master bedroom
becomes a spacious and airy cocoon.
The bathroom walls were hacked away
and replaced with clear glass panels. The
designers installed roller blinds which
can be used whenever needed. Since
the width of the bathroom allows room
for a lengthy vanity counter, the couple
was also given the luxury of double vanity
sinks with plenty of countertop space.
A wall-mounted mirror spans the entire
wall above the sinks, visually enlarging
the space. The combination of these and
the simple wooden furnishings make
the master bedroom truly a hotel-worthy
retreat for its lucky occupants.
Story of Us, +65 6299 3631,
www.storyofus.com.sg
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Text Rossara Jamil
Images courtesy of Distinct Identity
tough act
Built for easy maintenance, this rustic-looking family home for
three is the outcome of good design sensibilities
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LIVING & DINING (below)
A more practical option than
real wood or vinyl ooring,
homogeneous tiles from Hafary
offer the warmth of wood but
without the heavy upkeep.
COSY CORNER (right)
Privy to the green foliage
outside, this little nook is the
perfect place for contemplation.
A
part from spanning more than 2,000 square feet
of space, which is a great deal of room in new
homes of today, this resale condominium unit also
has other things working in its favour. The ground level
unit boasts a lovely patio shrouded by lush greenery, and
is situated in one of the prime locations in the East. In
short, it provides a perfect space for a budding family,
and this is exactly why its homeowners, a young married
couple, decided to call it home.
The homeowners wanted the industrial and rustic
feel, says Innovation Division Manager Christopher
Lum from Distinct Identity, their commissioned designer.
We also took time to discuss with them to
understand their needs. Through the understanding of
their requirements, we then looked into restructuring the
spaces to make it fow better.
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Condominium unit
si ze
2,800 square feet
l ocati on
Woo Mon Chew Road
home to
A young married couple and their child
desi gner
Christopher Lum from Distinct Identity
budget
S$100,000 (excluding furnishings)
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Got a structural xture
that cannot be demolished?
You dont have to blend it into
the space. Instead, turn it
into a focal point like these
folks with their chalkboard
structural beam.
If you are planning to create
a customised storage unit,
play with covered and open
shelving for a visually engaging
look. The width of each
column can vary from the
other, but do consider your
storage needs carefully
before its construction.
To bring more denition to
kitchen cabinets, add a base
strip in a contrasting colour
underneath the kitchen
countertops.
If you are concerned about
the maintenance of wood
ooring, homogenous tiles that
look like wood panels are a
great alternative. Go for rough-
hewn nishes for the raw,
industrial look.
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LIVING AREA (below)
In a light shade of grey,
the laminate shelving
emulates the look of cement
screed, adding to the
ongoing industrial avour.
KITCHEN
(opposite page)
Previously an unsightly
column, the structural
pillar is now a piece of
chalkboard wall with a
gorgeous, grainy effect.
The pillar was challenging because it was
important to get the mix of cement and water
right to achieve a certain effect. We also roped
in the homeowners during the process so that
they could tell us exactly how they wanted
the wall to look like, Christopher recalls. It
was a collaborative process that proved to be
satisfying for the homeowners and designer.
With various textures introduced, built-in
carpentry units were all clad with the same
laminate to unify the look. There are also
interesting additions that would appeal to
those who love details. For example, the
kitchen countertops were mounted onto base
One of the things the team did was to
open up the kitchen area. The walls confning
the kitchen were duly removed. With that, the
visual fow becomes uninterrupted, from the
patio, through the living and dining areas, to
the kitchen.
A pillar that cannot be demolished,
however, has been left intact. While most
people would try to blend it into the interior
design, the couple wanted it turned into a
focal point. As it turned out, however, it took
a lengthy process of trial and error to get this
right. First painted entirely in black, it was later
fnished with cement screeding on three sides.
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WARDROBE (above)
The spacious walk-in wardrobe is
separated from the sleeping quarters with
a cement block-like TV console divider.
MASTER BEDROOM
(opposite page)
To exude a New York-loft style here, the
rough, white cement wall behind the
headboard seals the deal.
BATHROOM (right)
For consistency, the design of the
cabinetry here follows the laminate
patterns in the walk-in ensuite.
strips in a contrasting colour to add defnition
to the angular lines. Notice too the varying
heights of kitchen cabinets and counters.
These were determined after carefully
considering their lifestyle and storage needs.
Exposed trunking strengthen the theme, but
they were discreetly placed to keep the interior
uncluttered to the eye.
The owners picked out homogeneous tiles
from Hafary for its rough-hewn timber look.
These are an excellent alternative for those
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it upon themselves to source for their own
furniture. Most of them, such as the kitchen
faucet, stools, side tables and accessories,
were purchased online. But they were also
mindful to discuss potential purchases with
their interior designer so that the look would
turn out cohesive.
The couple has since welcomed a new
member to the family. Which is really perfect
timing since the home offers a space that
allows a young child to roam freely. And with
a space thats privy to a view of trees and
landscaping, the apartment also provides a
wonderful respite for the soul.
DISTINCTidENTITY Pte Ltd,
+65 6846 0033, www.distinctidentity.com.sg
who love the look of wood, yet want the
simpler upkeep of tile fooring. Like the tiles,
the living rooms brick wall also contributes to
the industrial theme.
Further into the home, the master
bedroom is another space thats seen some
restructuring. Christopher had walls removed
to create a larger sleeping quarters. A new wall,
reconstructed with cement blocks, backs the
bed. The roughness of the white cement on the
wall adds a rich texture thats complemented
by the two low-hanging industrial lights. While
the look here is one of a New York loft, its also
decidedly warmer, thanks in part to the walnut-
coloured tiles and wood furnishings.
Because they knew exactly what they
wanted, the resourceful couple also took
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Text Deborah Jane Goon
Images courtesy of Metaphor Studio
raw beauty
This newly renovated apartment embodies a well-balanced
fusion between natural wood elements and sharp design lines to create
a sophisticated but timeless home
LIVING AREA (opposite page)
A dark stained stone veneer feature wall
accentuates the presence of the space
and creates that raw, organic appeal.
WALKWAY (right)
This home boasts a daring linear ceiling
feature that links the private and public
spaces together.
M
ake no mistake about it; this home has
an undeniable charm. Whether it is the
incredible fusion of raw and polished
surfaces, the clever attention to detail in colour
usage and form, or the gallery like atmosphere
it invokes, we just cant get enough of the
sophisticated yet versatile design lines.
The couple who calls this place home
often entertains large groups of people, so the
immediate need to have a spacious, conducive
area to host friends was of utmost importance.
In order to cater to this vital lifestyle need and
maximise space in the home, Interior Architect
Stephen Goh suggested breaking down the
boundary walls between the guest room and the
living/ dining area. This would open up the area
perfectly but the need for a guestroom was also
part of the plan. As such, he created an ingenious
sliding door screen that could easily be moved into
place when the room was required by guests. The
sliding door can also be slid out of the way in order
to enlarge the dining/ living room, whenever more
space is required. Double happiness all around!
Since the couple are big fans of natural
materials, Stephen crafted out a dining area with an
L-shaped feature wall in oak wood strips to create a
naturally warm environment. The oak wood feature
wall with a sneaky mirrored element was specifcally
stained to match the custom designed laminate
dining bench that boasts hidden storage and a
removable seat as well. This is matched with a
glass top dining table and another matching bench
seat to keep the design lines clean and sharp.
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FOYER (above)
The entrance area is given
a moody, masculine feel
with smoky mirrors leading
the way in. This hides the
hidden shoes cabinets and
utility cabinets.
DINING AREA
(opposite page)
An L-shaped wall made
up of stained oak wood
strips creates the domains
of the dining room. It was
specically stained to
match the custom designed
laminate dining bench.
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3+1 condominium apartment unit
si ze
1,480 square feet
l ocati on
Clover by the Park in Bishan
home to
Newlyweds
desi gner
Stephen Goh from Metaphor Studio
budget
S$88,000
The corresponding living room also
features its own custom-designed feature wall.
Not wanting to compete for attention yet still
maintaining a sharp, sophisticated appeal,
one wall is dressed in a dark-stained stone
veneer. This sets the tone within the living
room, creating that relaxed, yet raw, organic
appeal that seems to go hand-in-hand with
the other more polished surfaces like the shiny
marble foors. The TV is placed against this
gorgeously textured wall with a simple yet
poised upholstered settee complementing the
space and adding a soft touch.
Its interesting to note that this home
boasts a daring, linear ceiling feature that
links the private and public spaces together,
creating that awesome gallery-like appeal,
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while leading the eye towards the full
length display niche that hosts the couples
precious sculptures. A cleverly designed
L-shaped lighting system adds ample light
to the space while pulling the entire design
language together in one uniformed yet
commanding approach.
The original foor plan featured direct
entrance into the master bedroom. In order to
create more privacy for the couple, the master
bedroom entrance was instead relocated to
the side. This ingenious move not only creates
a better fow of space for the home but it now
allows the master bedroom to take on two
distinct zones.
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Eliminate clutter by creating hidden storage
wherever you can. This home has hidden
storage at the entrance foyer in the form of
shoes cabinets and a dining bench seat.
In order to maximise space in the public
spaces, the guest bedroom walls were
knocked down and a sliding door screen was
put into place instead.
L-shaped lighting systems create interest on
the ceiling and adds to the stark clean lines
within this home.
Natural woody elements give this otherwise
polished space an organic, urban feel.
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BEDROOM
(opposite page)
A clever dual-sided storage wall
system that plays host to the TV
packs in plenty of storage so the
room stays organised and orderly.
STUDY AREA (above)
In order to create more privacy in
the master bedroom, the entrance
was shifted to the side. The room
is now designated into a sleep
zone and the study.
A central storage and shelving system
was created at the entrance area in order
to segregate the two zones. One side of
the bedroom now hosts a spacious study
while the opposite side accomodates
the main bedroom area. The ingenious
central storage unit allows for a dual-
storage system. The bedroom now
features a wall-mounted TV and storage
cabinets, while the study area benefts
from extra storage and display space.

The design language stays consistent
with a clever attention to detail, a good
balance between dark and light surfaces and
space maximising techniques at play. Bay
windows are used for more woody sculptures
and plenty of storage cabinets keep the
entire home famously organised so the actual
interior design can speak for itself.
Metaphor Studio, +65 6291 9786,
www.metaphor-studio.com
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Forget bland or clinical. White is the new black as evidenced
by this whitewashed home with lots of character
fresh beginnings
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Light-coloured laminate
fooring evokes a clean, crisp
look and is half the cost of
real wooden fooring.
#Get The Look
SPACE 1-bedroom
apartment unit
SIZE 750 square feet
LOCATION Mandarin Gardens
HOME TO A ight stewardess
DESIGNER Brim Design
RENO PERIOD 2 months
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LIVING A white exposed brick nish wall makes a
stronger statement than wallpaper. Infusing texture is one
thing but it actually makes the whole place look more
lived-in. IKEA consoles were also added into the mix and
this keeps the entire budget of the home in check.
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With their creative know-how, the designers at Brim Design
pride themselves on their fair for practical, everyday ideas and
a keen eye for design trends. This boutique interior frm caters
to residential and commercial projects of all kinds to suit most
budgets. Brim Design attributes their success in the creative
feld to their skills in building and nurturing meaningful and
lasting relationships with their customers.
Brim Design Pte Ltd
9 Marshall Road
Singapore 424845
Tel: (65) 6299 5733
Fax: (65) 6299 5676
Email: info@brimdesign.com.sg
Web: www.brimdesign.com.sg
MASTER BEDROOM (top right) Even with an
angled layout, the designers from Brim Design
managed to make the most of the space with
custom-built cabinetry. They lled the recessed
portion of the windows with cabinets and this
creates a signicant amount of storage space.
MASTER BATHROOM (middle right)
Previously excluded in the original layout plan,
this bathroom now becomes part of the master
bedroom with some clever space conguration.
Black and white oor tiles spark off the classy
monochromatic look and it is furnished with
other matching bathroom storage units.
KITCHEN (bottom left) The dining zone
overlooks into the kitchen. It is decked with
white tiles which complements the brick feature
wall in the living. Residing next to it is a row of
louvered cabinet doors. Since the homeowner
jets around for a living, she can stash away her
bulky luggage in there when she is at home.
By fusing warm touches like woody fnishes with sleek surfaces,
this family home delivers a stylish appeal
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SPACE Condominium unit
SIZE 1,200 square feet
LOCATION Regentville Condominium
Yio Chu Kang
HOME TO A family of four
DESIGNER Jovison Lim from
Cozy Loft
RENO PERIOD 1.5 months
Fact File
LIVING Under the skilled eye of designer
Jovison Lim, vinyl ooring is paired awlessly
with carpentry works sporting similar wood grain
patterns. Seen on the TV feature wall and on the
dining rooms wall, these laminate panels go well
with the black tinted strips of mirrors.
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Just as its name suggests, interior design frm Cozy Loft hopes
to build customers a cosy loft of their own. So much so they are
always endeavoring to give clients the best fnishes and quality
workmanship as to materialise their dream abode. Therefore, to
say that their services are top notch is an understatement. Behind
the company of more than 30 years of experience in renovation
and building construction industry is a talented group of indiviuals,
burgeoning with great passion and responsibility.
Cozy Loft Pte Ltd
Block 5046 Ang Mo Kio Industrial Park 2
#01-553 Singapore 569549
Tel: (65) 9049 9662
Fax: (65) 6481 8913
Email: cozyloft@gmail.com
Web: www.cozyloft.com.sg
KITCHEN (top left) Kept simple but
functional, the compact kitchen is outtted
with a Quartz worktop and laminate cabinets
with wood grains. Coloured glass in sky blue
is the colour of choice here as it lends a
touch of vibrancy as the backsplash.
FOYER (top right) The existing beams were
tinted a lighter shade of walnut to match
with the proposed home dcor. In front of it
is a curved PVC seat with buttons and shoe
storage at the bottom.
MASTER BEDROOM (middle left)
Wallpaper with circular patterns decks
the wall with much pizzazz. As a form of
consistency, the ceiling bears the same
lighting treatment of cove lighting, as with the
rest of the home.
CHILDRENS BEDROOM (bottom left)
Jovison reveals that this bunk bed is custom-
made. Therefore, it could incorporate handy,
space-savvy features like storage underneath
the stairs and open shelving.
timeless to a tee
With the design lingo of this two-storey abode kept clean-
cut and simple, this creates a timeless family home for
the homeowners to grow together with
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STUDY (above) Colours abound in this
studious space which Senior Designer, Aric
Awyong from Darwin Interior decked out in
vibrant hues. Even the blinds adhere to this
eye-catching colour scheme. A tempered green
glass backsplash offers a creative space for
marker doodling.
SPACE 4-room HDB
executive maisonette
SIZE 1,600 square feet
LOCATION Tampines
HOME TO A family of six
DESIGNER Aric Awyong from
Darwin Interior
RENO PERIOD 8 weeks
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Bendemeer Branch:
70 Bendemeer Road
#01-01 Luzerne
Singapore 339940
Tel: (65) 6396 8558
Email: sales@darwininterior.com.sg
Web: www.darwininterior.com.sg
Bukit Batok Branch:
Block 634 #01-100
Bukit Batok Central
Singapore 650634
Tel: (65) 6786 8558
Tampines Branch:
5 Tampines Central 6
Telepark, #01-12
Singapore 529482
Tel: (65) 6781 8558
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Whether youre looking for a simple design
upheaval, or a complete home makeover, Darwin
Interior has the expertise to meet your needs. Their
designs are always human-oriented, emphasising
their innovative ways to catering creative designs
to ft your lifestyle. From conceptualisation to
conclusion, the Darwin Interior team believes
that the customer is always the top priority.
DINING (top) Since the family enjoys hosting company,
they had Aric incorporate a sink into the dining space. It
brings much convenience to guests. A half length strip
mirror adds to the visual impression of the space.
MASTER BEDROOM (middle left) The sleeping
quarters takes on a plusher feel with feather-patterned
wallpaper and parquet ooring. A chandelier is the
nishing touch to this hotel-worthy room.
SHARED BATHROOM (middle right) Two bathrooms
on the upper level were merged together as one. The
newly expanded bath suite has enough room for a Jacuzzi
as well as a standing shower stall.
LIVING (bottom right) A divider and TV feature wall is
the perfect solution to combat the previous limitation of
space. Aric proposed this specic position after much
contemplation. This facilitates the smooth ow of space
and brings a bigger seating area for the family.
Fancy elements were out of the
question since the homeowners wanted
something that could serve them for a
long time to come. Thats why it was
important to conceptualise a spacious
yet timeless-looking family space.
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SPACE 3-bedroom penthouse unit
SIZE Over 2,000 square feet
LOCATION Punggol Heights
HOME TO Family of 5
DESIGNER April Jodi from
Dzign Station
RENO PERIOD 4 months
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LIVING The double volume ceiling
gave Senior Designer April Jodi from
Dzign Station a chance to make a grand
impression. She hung 22 light xtures
and this really elongates the lofty ceiling.
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double the impression
Spacious and airy, the designer of this penthouse unit did a fne job in
maximising and sprucing up every inch of the space
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STAIRCASE (top left) April reveals that the staircase was shifted
to the wall, to make more room in the dining space. Recessed
lighting illuminates each step of the staircase with air.
MASTER BEDROOM (top right) To combat the weird curvature
of the rooms layout, April turned to concealing the awkward corner
with full-height customised cabinetry. Wallpaper was added to jazz
up the overall look of the space.
MASTER BATHROOM (middle) Textured tiles plus gorgeous
black marble ooring lls the bath suite with much pizzazz. White
cabinets create a neutral backdrop to allow these beautiful
surfaces to truly shine.
KITCHEN (bottom) Once a mahogany wood window frame,
April stained the frame a darker tint to create a stronger visual
impression. The serving station window is set off perfectly against
the Quartz countertop and pale-coloured tile backsplash.
Dzign Station Pte Ltd
No.18 #01-98B Boon Lay Way
Tradehub 21 Singapore 609966
Tel: (65) 9768 0883 / (65) 9798 0883
Fax: (65) 6793 2998
Email: dzignstn88@yahoo.com.sg
Web: www.dzignstation.com.sg
Going beyond creating beautiful, functional and playful designs for
residential and commercial interiors, Dzign Station offers personalised
services and different packages to cater to each clients requirements and
budget. With emphasis on each homeowners current and future needs,
Dzign Station aims to combine both functional and aesthetic aspects
to achieve a dream home youll love. To them, no project is considered
complete until their client is completely satisfed.
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nordic magic
To welcome a homely love nest, the designers reinterpreted the classic
Scandinavian roots with a warm palette of wood grain patterns
SPACE Executive HDB at unit
SIZE 1,453 square feet
LOCATION Bukit Batok
HOME TO Derek and Wei Lin
DESIGNER Fuse Concept
RENO PERIOD 8 weeks
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LIVING (opposite page) The immediate point of interest is the
full-height display cabinet that stretches across the entire wall.
Constructed with raw plywood material, the custom-built feature helms
the wall-mounted at screen television and offers a large expanse of
storage for the homeowners collection of reads.
DINING (top right) A pair of wire caged pendant lamps further
enhances the Scandinavian appeal of the dining zone. Adding to the
homes eclectic personality is the artfully mismatched dining set of two
single chairs and a bench.
SLEEPING QUARTERS (bottom) A white brick divider with openings
creates a delicate separation between the sleeping area and walk-in
wardrobe. The gaps allow air and light to ltrate seamlessly through
the two zones.
STUDY AREA (bottom) The walk-in wardrobe is connected to a
study desk, where transparent glass panels are placed on the tabletop
instead of opaque nishes. This way, the homeowners will be able to
spot the needed items within storage slots of the table.
Fuse Concept Pte Ltd
479 Sims Avenue
Singapore 387551
Tel: (65) 6742 8208
Fax: (65) 6742 8001
Email: fuse479@singnet.com.sg
Web: www.fuseconcept.com.sg
Turn design-dreams into real-estate reality with the help of the savvy
team at Fuse Concept Pte Ltd. The dedicated team of design specialists
are committed to understanding each individuals needs and turning
them into superior homes and properties that are all about aesthetic
pleasure and fawless functionality. Whether its excellence in interior
design and consultation, experience in residential and commercial
projects or superb project management you require, Fuse Concept is
the solution to all your needs.
The wood grain laminate
foorboards are laid
diagonally, resulting in a
visually unique appearance
to the living space.
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Comfort has no boundaries in this spacious terrace house,
where the vast expanse of space offers an ideal family-
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SPACE 2 storey terrace house
SIZE 3,000 square feet
LOCATION Sennett Estate
HOME TO A family of four
DESIGNER Jackie Ho from
form & space
RENO PERIOD 2 months
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LIVING Tapping into the basic element of strips with uneven widths, the
design treatment ensures smooth transition from the entry and beyond. In
the living area, bronze mirror and white glossy laminate is used to construct
the feature wall. The recess in the ceiling is installed with cove lighting.
It is meant to dene the perimeters of the white feature wall portion. To
enhance the rooms function, a display altar is built in place of the middle
wall columns that once stood.
BEFORE
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Singapore 427623
Tel: (65) 6853 3683 Fax: (65) 6752 3083
Email: enquiry@formandspace.com.sg
Web: www.formandspace.com.sg
DINING (far left) In order to better host
guests, an island sink is made attached
to the dining table. This forms a dry
kitchen where the homeowners could
clean up easily and also serves as a bar
counter in an open gathering corner.
Full mirrors on both sides of the room
give the space an innity effect.
KITCHEN (left) Over at the wet kitchen
area, it is merely separated by a glass
door so that it visually expands on the
feeling of an open-concept layout. In
addition to the black granite countertops
and white laminate cabinetry, the sky
blue backsplash adds a slight pop of
colour to the modern space.
STAIRCASE (right)
Also another unique
feature of the house,
the staircase is
spun around the
same concept of
the uneven strips
on the railings.
The application of
spray paint on the
steel railings offers
a chic touch.
BEDROOM (above)
The centre of attention
in the master bedroom,
the room divider does
double duty as a TV
console in the sleeping
area and workstation at
the other side. The dual
use of space creates a
sense of separation.
For families with kids, install
two cubicles in the bathroom
so they can access either
the toilet or the shower area
without having to fght with
their siblings.
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Kelvin Toon, HC Interior has gone headlong
to brandish their signature knack for creating
dynamic living spaces into a multitude of
projects. Synonymous with the creativity for
creating extraordinary spaces, their priority
is set on designing a home tailored to your
lifestyle and to enhance everyday living. Armed
with a BCA certifed Builder license, they also
undertake construction, A&A and rebuilding
works for landed properties. With a workforce
of over 50 skilled workers, rest assured that
your project is well taken care of. So come on
in and fnd out more today at HC Interior.
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No 33 Ubi Ave 3 #01-25
Vertex Building
Singapore 408868
T (65) 6636 7202 F (65) 6636 7205
E askhue@hueconcept.com
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81 Ubi Avenue 4 01-14 UB.ONE Singapore 408830
Tel: (65) 6538 1711 Fax: (65) 6538 1911 Email: enquiry@matrixinterior.com.sg
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SPACE 5-room HDB at unit
SIZE 1,300 square feet
LOCATION Chai Chee
HOME TO Family of four
DESIGNER Renozone
RENO PERIOD 8 weeks
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LIVING Wallpaper in a striking red hue steals the
attention while a wall-mounted panel in glossy white
houses the television. This eye-catching feature wall
is paired with an open shelving to store the media
player and other entertainment peripherals.
true colours
Colours arent just for aesthetics in this family home; it creates
a unique identity for each of the bedrooms
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The team of designers at Renozone pride themselves for
creating long term relationships with their customers.
One of the main reasons why they manage to cultivate
such amiable ties is because the company takes pride
in all the projects that they have completed. Renozone
guarantees quality workmanship and services, making
customer satisfaction their top priority.
DINING (top left) The combination of tinted mirror panels and
textured brown wallpaper creates an elegant dining area for the
family to have meals together. The space is visually enlarged with
an entire wall clad in clear and tinted mirrors.
SONS BEDROOMS (middle) Since the boys each support
a different soccer team, the colour applied in their individual
bedrooms is chosen according to the representative colour of their
favourite soccer team. In the elder sons bedroom, the recessed
portion of the wall is painted red to boast his love for Manchester
United. In the younger sons bedroom, an entire wall is covered in
blue to show his support for Chelsea.
MASTER BEDROOM (bottom) To jazz up the look here, the
bed headboard made of white laminate and mirror strips is tted
with orange recessed lighting for atmosphere. In addition, the TV
feature wall actually doubles as a swing-out panel to keep the
bathroom entrance hidden.
Renozone Interior Design House
1 Jalan Klapa Singapore 199313
Tel: (65) 6292 3345
Fax: (65) 6292 3045
Email: admin@renozone.com.sg
Web: www.renozone.com.sg
A portion of the kitchen
backsplash is replaced with a
clear glass panel to allow more
light to enter.
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SPACE 4-room HDB at unit
SIZE 950 square feet
LOCATION Punggol
HOME TO A couple
DESIGNER Xavier Wong
from Rezt & Relax
RENO PERIOD 1.5 months
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rugged beauty
All it takes is just some unrefned raw
elements to turn a stark HDB fat unit into a
rustic urban home
LIVING Providing an inspiring mix
of old and new, the entire house
is swathed in earthy hues and
wooden textures for a large-scale
visual impact. The laminate panel
with patterns resembling cement
screed acts as a strong focal point
in the living area.
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Rezt & Relax Interior
No. 33 Ubi Avenue 3 #02-09
Vertex Tower B (Access Lift Lobby B)
Singapore 408868
Tel: (65) 6348 7787
Fax: (65) 6348 7797
Email: wilson@reztnrelax.com
Web: www.reztnrelax.com
Started in 2001, Rezt & Relax is the brainchild of design
partners Wilson Teh and John Foo. Their portfolio includes a
wide spectrum of residential and commercial projects with
clients such as Mayer, Jean Yip, Sticky Rice, as well as hotel
projects in Dubai. The team at Rezt & Relax believes in offering
creative design solutions and trend forecasts to help owners to
simply relax and unwind in the comfort of their homes.
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Free up counter space by building a
sturdy kitchen cabinet with display
storage and drawer pullouts to keep
all the equipment neatly away.
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KITCHEN (left) For a
sense of continuity and
harmony throughout the
home, the kitchen is done
up in a similar colour
scheme with woody tones.
Keeping things simple, it is
furnished with white solid
surface countertops and
laminate cabinetry with
wood grain patterns.
BEDROOM (below right) To full the homeowners
wish for a walk-in wardrobe, the walls separating
the two adjoined rooms were removed and then
merged into one cohesive space. The feature wall
is constructed with a stucco effect at the top half,
while the bottom half made of laminate serves as a
headboard for the bed. Recessed lights were installed
behind the headboard for a cosier ambience.
STUDY AREA (below left) At the other side of
the expanded room stands a full-length wardrobe.
It offers plenty of storage space for clothing and
miscellaneous objects. Behind, a long table with
grainy laminate nishing doubles as the dressing
and study table.
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LIVING Anchoring the living
and dining spaces as the
main decorative element is
the stone-shaped feature
wall. To make the wall bumps
more irregular and realistic,
it was constructed with a
stucco effect and hand-
drawn with stone lines. The
false ceiling above the living
room included the novel use
of partition boards, painted in
dark walnut so they resemble
wooden beams.
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naturally charming
With generous amounts of brown hues and wooden elements,
this sumptuous honeymoon abode has an idyllic resort style
appeal and lifestyle to match
SPACE 4-room HDB at unit
SIZE 95 square metre
LOCATION Punggol Central
HOME TO Married couple
DESIGNER Samantha Tee from
Space Dene
RENO PERIOD 2 months
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BEDROOM (middle) Glamour is at an
all-time high in the master bedroom, which
aunts the luxury of a hotel. To accommodate
a walk-in wardrobe and workstation within
the room, two adjacent rooms were combined
into one. A chandelier and recessed lighting
behind the headboard add a touch of
elegance to the space.
BAR COUNTER (bottom left) Here,
Samantha sacriced a bit of oor space to
build an extension from the kitchen cabinet.
Made from laminate legs and solid top
surface, the table serves as a breakfast nook
in the day and a bar counter at night. For
additional storage space, a laminate board
was tted into the overhead beam to stash
wine bottles.
BATHROOM (bottom right) This bathroom
features a slightly warmer colour scheme.
The rough, imperfect look of stone tiles in the
shower area complements the rustic elements
and acts as a focal point.
DINING (top) With the natural palette
grounding the public zones, the furniture
pieces are kept neutral in matching shades
of white and brown. A row of three pendant
lamps illuminates the dining area.
To maximise the tiny silvers
of space in the bedroom, the
bay window settee has hidden
storage compartments for
additional storage options.
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Space Dene Interior
318 Joo Chiat Road
Singapore 427569
Tel: (65) 6345 0318
Fax: (65) 6345 0319
Email: enquiries@spacedene.com
Web: www.spacedene.com
Following their slogan, LOVE Design. BREATHE Design. LIVE Design,
the dynamic team of designers from Space Defne believe in creating
charisma into the spaces you live, work and play in. The team caters
to their clients needs by offering creative options in design ideas and
concepts to meet your functional requirements. Whether its a residential
or commercial space, they look beyond design trends to create a concept
that works with your space, and more importantly, for you.
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KITCHEN Bringing monochrome drama into
the otherwise bland setting, the open kitchen is
centered by a laminated island with complementing
cabinetry. The ceramic wall tiles juxtapose against
the black homogenous ooring, successfully
stealing the show whenever guests pop by.
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a good fit
Subtle hues and dark accents keep
the space looking uncluttered, the
better to show off this strikingly
simple bachelor pad
SPACE 4-room HDB at unit
SIZE 1,141 square feet
LOCATION Pasir Ris
HOME TO A bachelor
DESIGNER Eunice Chua from
The Orange Cube
RENO PERIOD 2 months
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The Orange Cube Pte Ltd
14 Arumugam Road
#01-03 Lion Building C
Singapore 409959
Tel: (65) 6337 7277
Fax: (65) 6337 7570
Email: enquiry@theorangecube.com
Web: theorangecube.com
Inspired and motivated to provide a complete package of services, The
Orange Cube is equipped to take clients through design conception to building
completion. As a result of this all-encompassing dedication, the company has
amassed an impressive portfolio in both residential and commercial projects ever
since its establishment 10 years ago. These include HDB fats, condominium
apartments, landed properties, corporate offces and F&B outlets. With their
can-do attitude and enthusiasm in design and offering impeccable service, its no
wonder the company has gained a frm foothold in the interior design scene.
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LIVING AND DINING (top) The feature
wall is donned in matte cotton and high
gloss oceanic colours. While the pale
curtains contribute to the palette, the
blue sofa adds a jolt of contrast against
the light backdrop. An open display shoe
cabinet stands as a divider between
the dining area and front door, at the
same time showcasing the homeowners
favourite ornaments.
BEDROOM (bottom left) Everything
from the bedding to wardrobe is
dominated by stripes. To increase storage
options, the bed offers additional space
with drawers underneath at both sides.
The wardrobe is constructed in high gloss
chalk and wood grain laminate.
STUDY ROOM (bottom right) Instead
of a regular ergonomic desk, Eunice
opted for a full display shelf that houses a
collection of the homeowners books and
travel adornments. It also extends out into
a workstation. A black step stool allows
easy access to the higher shelves.
The large mirror hides
a cabinet holding all the
bathroom essentials.
The top and bottom
surfaces are ftted with
LED lighting to conjure
a warmer ambience.
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&
creative
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81 Ubi Ave 4 #01-12
Singapore 408830
T: (65) 6604 8880
F: (65) 6604 8484
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Crestar Enterprise Pte Ltd
Blk 164 Kallang Way #05-21/25
Kolam Ayer Industrial Estate
Singapore 349248
Tel: +65 6254 9483
Fax: +65 6254 9438
Email: sales@crestarfan.com
Web: www.crestarfan.com.sg
When it comes to cooling off during the
blistering heat, ceiling fans are one of the
most functional and cost-effective options in
comparison to air conditioning units. Crestar,
a reputable market leader, hosts a wide
variety of products to suit modern day living.
Combining two separate electrical features
into one, their series of iCol ceiling fans are
now equipped with the newest LED lighting
attachment. LED lights run with lesser energy
than other standard bulbs, which results
in a luminous effcacy at only 18-watt. This
lightning fxture creates an unobtrusive source
of illumination for any room be it to connote
a cosier ambience for the dining area or a nice
reading light for your study room. Varying light
temperatures create different moods, and in
this case, iCol offers warm colours measuring
2700K and bright daylight colours at 6500K.
To celebrate Crestars 10th anniversary, the
brand will be spreading the love to customers
by holding monthly lucky draws from April
2014 to January 2015! Attractive prizes are
up for grabs, including a Nespresso Coffee
Machine, Apple iPad Mini, Samsung Galaxy
Tab and Takashimaya vouchers. They will
also be giving back to society by organising a
community project. In addition to a generous
donation, Crestar will be donating its
proceeds to the Childrens Society and 1000
Enterprises For Children-In-Need.
Besides keeping the heat at bay with their cool offerings, Crestar celebrates
their 10th anniversary with attractive monthly lucky draw prizes
bri ght and breezy
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Casa (S) Pte Ltd
15 Kian Teck Crescent
Singapore 628884
Tel: +65 6268 0066
Fax: +65 6266 8069
Web: www.casaholdings.com.sg
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Besides looking pretty on the wall, this rainshower from RUBINE has a
voluptuous water spray for a truly heavenly shower experience
shower power
Whether your preferences lean towards
handy home appliances, top quality bathroom
fxtures or any kitchen other accessories,
this Italian brand delivers it all. With an
esteemed business history of almost 10 years,
RUBINE (r-bi-n) has been expanding both
its domestic and overseas markets so that
customers all over the world can enjoy their
distributed products and brands.
Gaining recognition for the high design
quality and peak performance of its products,
RUBINE offers an extensive range of bathroom
and kitchen accessories for any interior. If you
dont have room for a luxurious bathtub, you
can still enjoy an equally sumptous shower
with this sleek rainshower column set. Inspired
by the latest technology advancements
and innovation, the new rainshower is
characterised by its clean lines and slim
appearance. Compare the hand shower to a
smartphone and the showerhead to a tablet!
In addition to the elegant aesthetics, it can
be easily mounted to the wall and practically
does not take up any space. The water fow
comes into contact with every inch of your
body, ensuring an invigorating drench that
wakes you up in the morning. The column
comes with an adjustable height for greater
versatility. For added convenience, it comes
with a matching bath mixer that reduces water
consumption and saves you from a hefty
bill. With such superior coverage and rinsing
properties, it is now possible to turn your
average bathroom into a home spa.
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HiiGa Pte Ltd
Blk 122 Eunos Ave 7
#07-10
Singapore 409575
Web: www.hiiga.com.sg
General lighting can be the most overlooked
element of the home but not anymore. Not
with the all-new Privy selection by AEON.
This recessed light has a trim-less design
and adding to the minimalistic look is its
texturised paint fnishing. This helps the lamp
to blend discreetly into the false ceiling. For
visual contrast, the inner plate and funnel
are fnished in black.
In terms of the technical aspects, the
lamp emits an option of a seven or 10
watts power outage and the lights are
chanelled through a precise refector cone.
With that, they are functional enough as
accent lighting or even task lighting for
daily activities. The versatile lamp is also
equipped with the latest Chip on Boards
LED technology which ensures a high
colour rendering index. This results in a
longer lifespan, less heat emission and
lower energy consumption as compared
to the typical halogen bulb. It also offers
a dimmable feature.
Fitted on your ceiling, the minimalistic beauty
of the Privy recessed light will enhance the
overall look of your space. It is available in
single or twin units.
Stealing the limelight with their clean-cut designs is Privy,
a new recessed lighting selection from AEON
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Lighting specialist Modulux showcases the versatility of lighting with its
new Designer Luminaire collection and MODULED T5 LED lighting
wi nni ng factor
Modulux Pte Ltd
285 Jalan Besar
Singapore 208948
Tel: +65 6292 2170
Email: sales.modulux@gmail.com
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Pushing the envelope of lighting possibilities further is the
new Designer Luminaire collection from Modulux. It offers
different application uses for your living space with its curved
and pyramid designs. Both can be mounted as a wall light
for general usage or to pump up the aesthetics of your room
as decorative accent lighting. Besides choosing from two
equally attractive designs, it comes in two shades: A white
frame with white netting or a white frame with black netting.

Since Modulux understands cleaning can be a chore, it has
introduced a washable feature for this collection. Just remove
the two overlapping elastic fabrics from the steel powder-
coating structure for a more effortless and thorough clean.

The lighting specialist is also addressing the specifcations of
how different spaces require different lighting. For that, it has
launched the MODULEDS T5 LED light fttings. It is available
in four different lengths 1 foot (4W), 2 feet (8W), 3 feet(12W)
and 4 feet (16W) to suit all kinds of living spaces.

Besides that, the MODULEDS T5 LED lighting series is the
obvious choice over the traditional T5 fuorescent lighting.
Counting lower power usage, longer lifespan and a much
more eco-friendly option, these are its top reasons for
surpassing T5 fuorescent lighting. Furthermore, its frosted
acrylic diffuser does not cast any harsh shadows when
the LED fxtures are linked back-to-back together, unlike
fuorescent lighting.

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your monthly income, depending on your annual income and
your required loan amount.

5. What documents do I need to prepare before applying
for a renovation loan?
Before applying, you will need to download the RHB
Renovation Loan application form from www.rhbbank.com.sg
Then, prepare the following documents:
a) your HDB fat information or the CPF property withdrawal
statement for proof of property ownership,
b) your latest original payslip or last twelve months CPF
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and commitments. Please refer to the estimated monthly
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up to four times of the borrowers monthly income. For
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change when the interest rates change.
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$529
$362
$279
$229
$1,286
$661
$453
$349
$286
$1,715
$881
$604
$465
$381
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$754
$581
$477
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