Reno Tips

  1. House of the Dragon

    House of the Dragon

    The Year of the Dragon is all about enhancing good fortune and abundance in all aspects of your life. Here’s how you can bring these positive energies into your home, using basic feng shui principles.

    The Year of the Dragon is an auspicious milestone on the Chinese zodiac, and one that is said to bring prosperity and good fortune.

  2. Easy ways to add value to your home

    Easy ways to add value to your home

    Tips to make it more marketable without spending a lot on renovations.

    Are you thinking about selling your home? With property prices hitting new highs recently, it’s logical to want to market your home at the highest price possible. But can you enhance its value without spending a lot of money on renovations?

    Yes, says Jack Sheo, Senior Associate Division Director with PropNex Realty. While there is no one look or style that’s guaranteed to clinch the sale for you, there are definitely things you can do to make your home more aesthetically pleasing and appear more valuable to potential buyers. Here, Jack tells us what most people who are shopping for a new home like to see, and shares some easy and inexpensive ideas for giving your residence a fresh new look and feel.

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  3. A home inspired by a mother's love

    A home inspired by a mother's love

    Star Awards fave Jayley Woo’s 4-room HDB unit is a beautiful ode to her journey of self-discovery and motherhood.

    Nothing in Jayley Woo’s quaint haven is left to chance. Everything that is presented, whether it is the lovely family portrait that sits quietly at the edge of her television stand, or the cuddly, stuffed toys that rest on her majestic couch, are deliberate choices.

  4. Living with Mummy and loving it

    Living with Mummy and loving it

    Gregarious Actress Mei Xin and her mum share a home and an unbreakable bond.

    Upon meeting Oppa, Saranghae! and The Diam Diam Era star and her mother, one cannot help but envy the endearing chemistry they share. And it’s no wonder – actress Mei Xin’s ebullient and lively demeanour is tempered with her mum’s controlled yet affectionate mien.

  5. Bathroom design trends to try

    Bathroom design trends to try

    How to adapt the latest looks to make this space your own. 

    The bathroom is one of the most personal spaces in our home, so it’s only natural that we’d want it to reflect our personality.

  6. Go on holiday without leaving home

    Go on holiday without leaving home

    Five ways to incorporate travel-inspired decor into your space.

    Who hasn’t returnedfrom a holiday feeling nostalgic for the destination they just left? Maybe you can’t stop thinking about that exotic Balinese resort, with its teak furniture and intricately carved statues, the pastel-coloured fishing villages of the Amalfi Coast, or the lush New Zealand countryside, with its quaint farmhouses and picturesque vineyards.

  7. Feng shui tips for new homeowners

    Feng shui tips for new homeowners

    How to create good engergy flow,, when to renovate, what to do with clutter, and more. 

    As one of Singapore’s foremost feng shui experts, Adelina Pang discovered her passion for geomancy after she became a mum. After seeing how it enhanced her family’s well-being, she decided to dedicate her life to it in order to bring about positive changes to others’ lives, too.

  8. A private yet practical haven

    A private yet practical haven

    Actor Desmond Ng’s new home is infused with a style that resonates with his personality.

    Getai singer, television host and up-andcoming actor Desmond Ng is best known for his successes in the professional sphere, especially given his recent Best Actor Nomination at the Star Awards this year. However, beyond his public persona hides a composed, calm, and deeply introspective soul eager to recharge in a serene space that he can call his own.

    Home, to him, is a refuge from life’s cacophony; a chamber that preserves the authenticity that has followed him even before his foray into the public eye. In fact, his apartment is the best personification of his desire for intimacy, with a minimalistic open concept that fuses a beautifully urban aesthetic with brilliantly practical nuances.

  9. Make a statement in the kitchen

    Make a statement in the kitchen

    Make a statement in the kitchen 

    Let your personality come through with these Samsung Bespoke home appliances.

    We

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  10. A Showcase of Possibilities

    A Showcase of Possibilities

    It’s easy to lose yourself in this refreshing, living space made cosier with home products from Gain City.

  11. Which home style are you vibing?

    Which home style are you vibing?

    Scandi, Japanese or vintage boho – you can’t go wrong with these when deciding
    on a décor theme for your home.

    If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you’re probably excited about decorating your
    home and putting your own unique spin on it. But with so many types of furniture, ornaments and accessories to choose from, it can be tough deciding on a style that looks good and is easy to achieve yet functional. These three interior design options check all those boxes, and more.

     

  12. 8 Tips to Spruce Up Your Home

    8 Tips to Spruce Up Your Home

    Whether you are decorating from scratch or simply want to refresh your space, let these expert ideas be your guide.

    When it comes to choosing an interior style there’s always a lot to consider, from how much money you’re willing to spend to the colours and materials to go with. Planning the space and deciding on a look or theme are good places to start. From there, it’s about adding your personal touches, finding ways to stretch your budget, and taking the chance to try something bold (or not). We asked Jason Pan, Senior Creative Lead at local interior design firm Design Identity (www.designidentity.com.sg), for tips to help bring an interior project to life.

     

    1) Find your unique decorating style

    Home decorating is just

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  13. Bring the farm home

    Bring the farm home

    Bring the farm home

    Grow and harvest your own veggies and herbs at home with this eco-friendly indoor “farm”.

    TEXT Michelle Wong

    Singapore is heavily reliant on the world for its food needs. In fact, more than 90 per cent of our food is imported. But, what if something were to happen to our food supply? What the Covid pandemic has shown is that we can’t afford to take food security for granted.

    Singapore aims to meet 30 per cent of its nutritional needs through locally produced food by 2030, and the Indoor Smart Eco Farm, now retailed at Gain City, was created to help with this goal. Measuring 1.7m in height, 77cm in length and 44cm in width, this mini-

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  14. Bringing the outdoors in

    Bringing the outdoors in

    Bringing the outdoors in

    No garden? No problem. Feel like you’re out in nature with these tips.

    Spending time in nature is good for your emotional well-being and a great way to destress. If you can’t be outside, however, or if you don’t have a garden, try these easy decorating ideas to transform your living space into a peaceful, outdoor-like oasis.

    Fill your home with flowers and plants
    Turn your space into a green sanctuary with potted plants and fresh flowers. Studies show that when plants release their moisture into the air, it can help bring the temperature of the room down. So place them by windows and doors, in corners, and on tables and dressers. Plants like succulents, the snake plant, the Chinese money plant, orchids, monstera and ferns are low-maintenance and thrive indoors. Potted herbs on your kitchen counter are a

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  15. Let Fengshui Be A Part Of Your New Home

    Let Fengshui Be A Part Of Your New Home

    Living with fengshui

    Geomancy Grand Master Tan Khoon Yong practises what he preaches, as evidencedin his new home.

    Those looking to buy a new house or renovate their current abode may want to consider cultivating some good fengshui. Understanding how to apply the principles can be a daunting task for firsttimers though, so we speak to Singapore’s very own fengshui Grand Master Tan Khoon Yong, Chief Geomancer of Way Fengshui Group, who recently moved into his new home, to get some advice.

    What is the design concept for your new house?

    Tan: My wife wanted this house to be where we spend our old age, so our main concern was the ease of convenience for our living. Naturally, my wife’s needs take precedence over everything else, so she has the first say in the design. My needs come in

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  16. Smart Changes For BIG Savings

    Lady change light bulb

    Smart changes for BIG savings

    Practical ways to save energy, reduce your electricity bills and do good for the world.

    There’s been much in the news recently about electricity costs creeping up. The bad news is experts anticipate these costs to rise in the future. So it’s now more important than ever to choose options and adopt solutions that aid in saving energy at home so as to lower household bills in the long run. That said, the key to an energy-saving home is setting it up to conserve as much energy as possible without you having to do extra on a day-to-day basis. Here’s how you can do it.

    Opt for LED lights

    When buying lights, go for energy-efficient options such as LED bulbs. To produce the same amount of light, LED bulbs use u

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  17. Picking The Right Materials For Your Home

    Picking The Right Materials For Your Home

    PICKING MATERIALS FOR YOUR FLOORS, WALLS OR COUNTERTOPS? DISCOVER THE BEST OPTIONS FOR YOUR LIFESTYLE NEEDS.

     

    Engineered Quartz

    Made by combining crushed quartz with resin and pigment, this popular option comes in a variety of colours and patterns that often mimic more expensive natural stone. People love it because it’s scratch-, stain- and heat-resistant, which makes it ideal for use in the kitchen or bathroom.