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I love the old tiles!

hi blue77, may I ask where you saw the mirror? am looking for a full length mirror and a jewelry box... and this is just perfect!

That would be a perfect gallery type wall for family photos or prints! For example: Gallery wall

Hi guys, may I know if there are English translations in tarbao ? My Chinese is barely passable!

i may be keen, can you provide delivery ?

Thanks!

Hi Spikedoll, Could you please send me the address of Stoneslike? I've tried googling them but can them to find their local address. Thanks.

Hi, can of pm me where you got the standing light?

I am using it and love it!

Hey no offense, was agreeing with you! Definitely do what you like rather than what's on trend! Good luck with your reno!

made me laugh the puke comment! but I agree, reminds me of bad 1980's attempt at style!

FF: finally eh?? No pics of the second or third floor yet, the man in charge says they're not ready for photographs yet cause not all of the art is up! Settling pretty well, still doing lots of DIY (like fabric in lieu of wall paper!!!, looking at an old desk from the junk shop and thinking of refinishing it...I think we'll be renovating for the next 10 years! How's your place doing so far? Et209: thanks!!! When the ID asked what theme we wanted we just said cozy, comfortable and timeless. I think it's cause we're older we're not too keen on "trendy" stuff that will date quickly. The pillars are engineered wood from Wood and Wood who also did the Burmese teak decking in the patio. I highly recommend them to anyone who wants to do their flooring. We love the patio too! Spend most of our time there when we're not sleeping. In fact I don't think we've ever used the dining room yet coz we eat in the patio all the time! Looking forward to sitting there on weekends with a glass (or two) of wine and a good book! It's also been a great place to entertain.

Hi sgsam Welcome to renotalk and good luck with your reno. I'm not sure about the prices, best get the ones who have more info to comment (coz the previous 3 apartments I renovated were brand new condo's). Your condo management should be able to give you a copy of the floor plan, easier to plan around and ask for comments that way.

Hiya Olg, sorry for late reply, been on the road for work lot! Don't really know any contacts for gardener/landscaper coz hb and I did up the plants ourselves. And unfortunately, we didn't have a grassy area coz the previous owner cemented up the front yard!!

Hi sgsam, Firstly, NEVER, EVER, EVER, EVER, hire the so called ID firm we used! Secondly, be firm on what you want vs need. Think of a theme and work the whole house around it. Thirdly, look ahead to how you want the space to be utilized in the next 3, 5, 7, 10 years (or how long you will stay in the place). No point knocking out the 2nd bedroom to be a walk in wardrobe if you anticipate you want 5 kids. This of course depends on how long you plan to stay in that home. Fouth, lights and soft furnishings make or break the design of a home. Hope this helps... if you want any advice, just PM me!

Living room After:

Living and Dining Room Before: (Yes, it was a bedroom) In Progress: --- this was the state of the house when we were supposed to move in!!! Luckily I found accommodation for us and only had to leave the stuff in the house! Imagine living in a place like that!!!

Guest Bathroom in the Second floor Before: In Progress: After:

Kitchen Before: In progress: After:

Finally got some pictures... these are the areas we're kinda happy with already, save for a few finishing touches here and there. Patio Before: In Progress: After:

Hi Tiek, I gave away most of the stuff I didn't need/want to some of these organizations. They don't take everything but it is a start. Hope this helps! Pass It On www.passiton.org.sg Post items you want to donate to this website. You can be sure they will be matched up to those truly in need as the website is accessed only by social workers who seek specific items for their clients. Be aware that each item must be posted individually and the matching may take up to two weeks. New 2U Shop 6837-0611 96 Waterloo Street Singapore Council of Women's Organizations supports Star Shelter for abused women. Shop is open from 10:30am-2:30pm Monday through Friday, but donations may be left any time Monday-Saturday. (Cannot now accept donations till June 2009.) Highpoint Community Services 6440-2444 1 Lorong 23 Geylang 388352 For (male) recovering drug addiction. They need all kinds of household appliances (DVD, VCD, radio, TV, all kitchen appliances) as well as men's clothing. M.I.N.D.S Good As New Charity Shop 6474-1043 800 Margaret Drive Shop sells clothing, accessories, household items, toys & books. Especially looking for household & electrical items. Open Tuesday and Thursday from 10:30am-3:00pm. Muslim Missionary Society (JAMIYAH) 6743-1211 21 Lorong 12, Geylang They accept all clothing, furniture, books & household items and can arrange for transport. Pertapis Children's Home 6383-0914 993B Kovan Road - off Yio Chu Kang Road Household appliances and children's clothing accepted, transport can be arranged. The Salvation Army 6288-5438 500 Upper Bukit Timah Road Furniture, household, clothes, toys & books accepted, transport can be arranged. YWCA 6223-1227 254 Outram Road Their thrift shop sells clothing, books, toys, and small household items. Open Monday-Friday 9am-6:00pm and Saturday 9am-1:00pm. Can only accept items from Sep to Nov each year for their annual market in Dec. Christian Care Services Center 6440-8349/6440-8362 1 Lorong 23 Geylang, Block 7 Half-way house for recovering drug addicts and alcoholics. They will accept most good quality household items and sell them for fundraising or distribute to needy families. Contact Jaya Kumar to discuss collection 9682-5453.

Congratulations! Lovely reno!!

OMG Olg.. am on Esty right now too!! haha

Adi.... now that's impressive!!!

Olg it's actually really fun!