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Yup, we read on a number of other reno t-blogs, renotalkers advising new owners on the usefulness of a bathtub. In the end, we did have a bathtub and no jacuzzi feature. The bathtub is also used as a standing shower too because we fixed a rainshower and and handshower above it. We are a new couple and when we do have kids, we shall be using it more frequently. My wife's nieces and nephew enjoy having a dip when they come over on weekends. It was a luxury item spent within our means. For the record, we have used the bath for a soak twice since we moved in.

Some "before" photos to share. Entrance and Foyer area: There was a concave feature which we weren't sure if it was for fengshui reasons. We didn't ask and we knew we didn't want it. Kitchen: The sink was where it was expected. But we moved it to somewhere rather unexpected. You can see where it was re-located in the 3D pictures of the kitchen. The stove was originally sited practically next to the sink. But since we were moving the sink, the stove tagged along as well. Moreover, we read somewhere in the forum about having one's back face the entrance of the kitchen while cooking is not good because someone walking into the kitchen quietly may give the cook a fright. Dining Room: Although the previous family had been living in the house for 19 years, they have kept it very clean and everything was well-maintained. It was in a move-in condition if you weren't fussy. A fresh coat of paint, a good scrub and new sets of sanitary ware for the toilets for hygiene reasons and you would be good to go. This was the state of the house before the previous family moved out. They were the second owners of this 24 year old Executive Maisonette. We made about four visits before we the 2nd appointment. The first two were to view. The last two were to take photos and show to our ID.

This set shows the toilets. Nothing particularly fanciful. Common Toilet (Level 2): Masterbed Room Toilet: We decided to have a bathtub in the masterbed room toilet after some struggle with issues such as practicality, water usage and frequency of use. We finally decided to go ahead and even contemplated having a jacuzzi feature built in, albeit a low-end model. Sense overcame sensibility and we settled for a normal bathtub. It could come in useful should we ever host a huge party as we could utilise it as a ice-bucket.

More 3D pictures from the second appointment..... Masterbed Room: Walk-in Wardrobe (Cupboard): Walk-in Wardrobe (Vanity Counter) We cannot remember how many appointments and revisions we had in the end. But there were quite a few. The Ideal House office at Upper Serangoon Road soon became a weekend haunt for us. As were Balestier Road, Jalan Besar and Harvey Norman. We had the luxury of time because this was our first home and we had about 6 months before the actual work started. No pressure from having to vacate where we were staying. This was important because some renovation horror stories arise from time pressure placed on the renovators to complete by a certain date.

We had engaged Steven from Ideal House who did a fantastic job managing the renovation project for us. Having read the nightmarish experiences of some of the forumers, we thought we were really lucky to have Steven oversee the project. This was what he showed us the second time we met: Foyer (Shoe Cabinet): Living Room: Living Room (Tv Wall): Dining Room and Kitchen: Kitchen: We had already agreed about 80% of the space planning at the second appointment but we made significant changes to the colour scheme of the first set of 3D pictures he had shown us.

Hello hello, after lurking around for the longest time, we have finally decided to start a renovation blog. 99% of the renovation has been completed while the remaining 1% will take the rest of our lifetime together. To start, the floorplan:

Hello civic2000, would like to ask you exactly how did the salesperson slide your windows open? I have sliding windows that face the corridor and after reading your post am getting a little paranoid As it is, the sliding windows already have a set of latch. I have grilles and they have latches too, that require keys to be opened. $4.00 is not much at all if it can give homeowners a better peace of mind. could you describe how the salesperson did it?

Lush at Paya Lebar. Price range from high $400 to mid $500 depending on type of wood. GSS now at 30%. Look for Joanne.

So far, none. Our ID (Steven) had been thorough in explaining each and every item in the contract. I think as a savvy customer, you should be sharp as well and note any irregularities. Ask questions and don't be satisfied until both parties know exactly what is to be expected. Our renovation started in Apr and is expected to complete in early Jun. We met with several IDs before settling on Ideal House because of factors like price, customer service and feedback in this forum. Ours is a EM at McNair. Along the way, there might be variations in the contract, you should ask for a VO (variation order). Ask that any additional work needed must be highlighted with you and prices agreed on. Good luck.

Hi, does anybody have recommendations for Zone 2 speakers to go with an Onkyo TX-SR607? Will this pair of speakers need built-in woofer since the sub woofer is away from them?

I had thought that the pendant light above the dining table was from lightings.com.sg too if not from there, where did you get yours? it looks very similar to a Tom Dixon mirrorball light. Nice!

Hi, I have sent a PM to you. I am interested in the YDM 4109.