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I'd suggest you get someone to chant and pray, at least to buy yourself a piece of mind.

In my opinion, I.D was paid to 1) give you some ideas on the home design, space planning 2) coordinate contractors, make sure everything is in order I think their pricing is about 10-20% higher than general contractors.

Any idea when will be the upcoming mega sales/expo for home appliances?

Usually I will not take in the words for those who have only several posts and keep promoting a contractor/ID... anyway zhiz we will be engaging Inside Living through your recommendation.. haha

I'm planning to install exhaust fans as well. Exhaust fans will help to expedite the drying in your toilet. Of course the fan doesnt have to be in operation 24x7. On it for 1 or 2 hours after bathing to remove excessive moisture

I'm planning to install exhaust fans as well. Exhaust fans will help to expedite the drying in your toilet. Of course the fan doesnt have to be in operation 24x7. On it for 1 or 2 hours after bathing to remove excessive moisture

Other than GST, I cant think of any other hidden costs. Most of the IDs will carry out the works strictly based on what is stated in the quotation. Black and White. Nothing more, nothing less. Hence the quotation must be as detail as possible. Most of the time, you will face Variation Orders during the renovation process as some of the required works are not quoted.

I paid $28k COV for: - EA corner unit @ Teck Whye - No west sun - 8th storey - 3 mins walk to LRT It was sometime in August/September. Hopes that helps.

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To add on what Charmainecc had mentioned, I guess the best is to bring the I.D. to the house to do exact measurements and to see what can/cannot be done, what need to do and give a final quote based on the actual requirements. Alot of designers quote based on floor plan. You will realize alot of things would have missed out in the quote. Some intentionally (in order to match your budget) but some unintentionally (cos involve too many things). After you signed the quotation and when you realize something need to be done, it's time for the IDs to sharpen their knife and "chop" you.. hehe.. they will leave no room for negotiation. Before sign, everything can be nego.. but once signed... u can only sigh~

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i'm sleeping on dunlopillo mattress, not sure which model, but with a layer of cashmere on top. I like it. not too soft not too hard.

Hi ben, Mind sharing where u got the ceiling fan and damages? it's very nice!

Hi cwealthnewbie, can pm your ID as well? I met an ID today and he was proposing PD door and alpha instant heater to me as well !

Have you guys encountered this ID firm? Are they good?

hehe yeh. i'm also planning to have my aquarium at the balcony because of the tap and downpipe. make water change much easier. Anyway, i'm into marine tank ^^

Nivle, what type of aquarium u planning to keep?

is all the sink's discharge outlet the same/standard size? even if we purchase from overseas?

Nivle, Yeh, i was following your blog as well and realized that we have the same layout. hehe I don't intend to shift the storeroom (although the location is abit out of the way), due to limited budget. So trying to avoid unnecessary hacking.

Hi Kim, At Teck Whye Lane, near Sheng Siong.. hehe

Hi Mae29, I'm looking for a FS master for my house reno. Any advise? Please PM. Thank you !

What makes you choose D'Trenzo? I do not have the chance to talk to them yet, but they are in my shortlist.

Hi all! Decided to start a T-blog to share my experience, at the same time gather some ideas from bros and sis here... I have just gone through the 1st Appointment and the completion is scheduled sometime end of October. I plan to complete the renovation before January 2013. I have contacted about 10 IDs, and have met several of them. Currently waiting for their quotations and proposed layout. First and foremost, here's the original layout plan: Most of the layout will remain, except for the kitchen area..which i plan to have an open-concept dry kitchen with an enclosed wet kitchen. I'm still struggling with the kitchen layout tho'.. seems like cant find a best solution to accommodate both..

Dear forumers, I'v just got myself a resale unit. It's about 142 sqm. I'm planning to overhaul the unit including: 1. To hack off some walls sections 2. Plastering + wall painting 3. Remove existing floor tiles and to re-lay new homo tiles 4. Remove existing wall tiles and new wall tiles up to ceiling 5. Re-lay new wirings + power points 6. Kitchen cabinets. 7. Sanitary fixtures 8. Electrical fixtures and fittings 9. Masterbedroom wardrobe I have about S$50k budget. I'm wondering if it is sufficient and do i still have the luxury to engage an I.D. ? Thanks !