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Hello, everyone! I'm usually a lazy person so I can't believe I'm actually here doing this. I just got my BTO flat done up and the whole process of looking for an ID, going through designs and quotations REPEATEDLY to find the right one was such a hassle. We all working adults, where got time?? Every weekend burned. I heard terrible stories from my friends and colleagues of going with the wrong ID, aside from the obvious money loss, there was also constant worrying and bad fixture of lights, tiling, and water piping issues that made things far worse than you could imagine. Waste time and waste money in the long run. To help young couples like myself or any first time ID experience, I'm going to share with you guys my amazing ID that I chanced upon. I was discussing design plans with another designer (overpriced and not good, can PM me if u wanna avoid potential trouble) at Novena starbucks when I saw Kelvin. Hubby and I noticed he was on his laptop using AutoCAD. Hubby told me this is usually used by architects. We were super impressed with what he was doing (he was shifting furniture from many angles). None of the 4 IDs we discussed with were as professional as this. After our meeting ended, we approached K and asked him if he was an ID. Indeed he was and that was how our reno journey begun. Kelvin was beyond impressive and hardworking. To put simply, his work ethics is amazing His follow ups were really super. His prices were decent and in terms of carpentry, workmanship was good and cheaper than most. We found out that he studied architecture in NUS so he had extremely good knowledge in this aspect. Our reno was extremely user-friendly with no cock ups, especially toilets and kitchens (most of my friends horror stories, were that although the design is nice but not functional in LR. problems start popping out after time, piping issues like washing machine or toilets, as a lot of IDs don't have proper knowledge on how houses are built. they only know design from being a copycat is not enough, create a lot of problems underneath the surface). One thing that really stood out was this: most IDs I work with gave us designs sketch ups or drawings that look good and impressive. This normally drawn by hand. Make a small room look super big and nice. My friends tell me this just a trick, finished product usually disappointing and lousy. when I see drawings from IDs, I get very skeptical. My hubby: The room got so big meh? ID: This design will open up your room. Seamless finishing and more windows, blah blah. For Kelvin, all his designs and floorplans were drawn to exact dimensions. This really help us with choosing the right furnitures and improve our home. No disappointments at all overall, hubby and I are super satisfied and happy with how smooth everything went. Kelvin really gave us a peace of mind, glad to avoid horror stories and start our life in our perfect home. This was longer than expected so I shall end here. If got questions on design or interested can PM me, happy to share!
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HI all, This is one of my current project, an EC located at Edgedale plain. Below are the existing and new proposed layout. The general idea is to combine the the balcony and the living area together and my client can have a dining space with outdoor view. Thanks for viewing.
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HI all, This is one of my current project, an EC located at Edgedale plain. Below are the existing and new proposed layout. The general idea is to combine the the balcony and the living area together and my client can have a dining space with outdoor view. Thanks for viewing.
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Hello all I am quoted the following for the corresponding items. May I check if these are too expensive? 1) Platform bed (254cm x 130cm x 30cm) - $2800 2) Full height shelf (130cm x 240 cm x ? cm) - $1750 3) Shift current built in wardrobe to another area (230cm x 240cm x 60cm) - $770 Thank you everyone.
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For floor storage platform... Accessible from the top.. . Is there a need for the backing to be constructed? Talked to a few ids n carpenters.. Some insist yes while others said no. If no backing is constructed.. The parquet floor will be seen when the storage is accessed. What's your take or experience?
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These are some images of Kenso Art Interiors Pte Ltd's projects lifted from his facebook and instagram. His artcentric designs are certainly unique and in a different category from other interior designers in Singapore.© https://www.facebook.com/kensoart
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These are some images of Kenso Art Interiors Pte Ltd's projects lifted from his facebook and instagram. His artcentric designs are certainly unique and in a different category from other interior designers in Singapore.© https://www.facebook.com/kensoart
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From the album: Bubee
These are some images of Kenso Art Interiors Pte Ltd's projects lifted from his facebook and instagram. His artcentric designs are certainly unique and in a different category from other interior designers in Singapore.© https://www.facebook.com/kensoart
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From the album: Bubee
These are some images of Kenso Art Interiors Pte Ltd's projects lifted from his facebook and instagram. His artcentric designs are certainly unique and in a different category from other interior designers in Singapore.© https://www.facebook.com/kensoart
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These are some images of Kenso Art Interiors Pte Ltd's projects lifted from his facebook and instagram. His artcentric designs are certainly unique and in a different category from other interior designers in Singapore.-
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These are some images of Kenso Art Interiors Pte Ltd's projects lifted from his facebook and instagram. His artcentric designs are certainly unique and in a different category from other interior designers in Singapore.© https://www.facebook.com/kensoart
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These are some images of Kenso Art Interiors Pte Ltd's projects lifted from his facebook and instagram. His artcentric designs are certainly unique and in a different category from other interior designers in Singapore.© https://www.facebook.com/kensoart
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Hi guys, I'm trying to cut down on carpentry works to save some costs, so was thinking of buying a desk (maybe custom-made) instead of having it built in. Could anyone share their decision on why they decided to go for either? My thoughts are that: For built-in can do the floating desk and have everything fit nicely but you're paying more for installation. For custom made, I suppose the dimensions cannot be too exact since you need to shove it into the corner. Advice would be appreciated, thanks!
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I started to look for ID since the beginning of Oct 2016, it was a tough especially I'm renovating partial of my house. To cut the story short, just want to share my encounters with some IDs and hope those who are looking for partial renovation can just avoid these IDs as they are totally not interested in small budget (not more than S$30k) 1) Everxxxxn (New co) - Simple and nice showroom which you get to see many material utilized in such a small space. Initial interaction is good. ID came to evaluate the work and dimension. Quotation received after 4 days. No portfolio as ID said he is still compiling. Only 4 to 5 messages exchange and we were pleased. We asked to view their current WIP in the same location which he mentioned. Initially he said ok. After we asked him to arrange, he stopped messaging and no respond thereafter. 2) Pxx Kxxxg - Very friendly and helpful uncle. He came to measure and give lots of advice which are really very practical especially some repair works done by my previous ID. His quote is reasonable. But as my spouse wanted more sleek design and needed more ID input, he wasn't that keen to go with PK. But I've seen their work with my friend and I must say the carpentry work is good. 3) U-xxxe - Saw their showroom and really impressed with their design and workmanship. Talked to Mr Wm for 1 hour. He sound keen to quote and all info was exchanged. After a week, nothing from him. And not expecting. 4) Mxxxx (Sxx Creation) - Spouse wanted to look at the materials, went there and was assigned an ID, most of the materials are quite common, perhaps 3-4 items was new to us. Halfway through the introduction of all the 6000 sq ft area. I'm already felt it's such a waste of time, as the focus should be on what we want then advertising for their suppliers. After a sit down talk using our layout. We realised ID didn't actually paying attention with what we want and kept asking the same questions and forgetting here and there. We constantly repeated ourselves. What put us off is that they required us to make a deposit of S$2k to process their quotation. And kept promoting some S$3k vouchers but refused to list the suppliers which this voucher can be used. We felt uncomfortable and insisted to leave. 3 hours spent just to realised that their carpentry work is really bad and apart from that, those sign with them just have to be careful that they use compressed wood as well. 5) Abxxxxxk - We had a good experience with the ID. Visited the showroom and immediately saw what we actually wanted. The ID came and likes our layout as it gives him lots of ideas and he mentioned that it will allow him to have full play to his professional knowledge. Unfortunately, his quote is sky rocket and what disappointed us was his 2D drawings. Nothing of what we wanted. After all the set back, we turn to Renotalk and found a very popular ID. I called him and he responded within a day despite his busy schedule. 6) Cxxxxx Bxx - He came and definitely we can tell his expertise is there despite his carpentry work is in JB. He gave some advise and to me sounds good because he emphasized on proportion and space planning which helps. I really look forward to his quote and even if its above my budget, I'm willing to stretch it as I believe all the positive review about him are genuine. He promised to give me a quote 4 days later, on the 5th day, I messaged him and hours later he responded that he was busy clearing back log and will give me the following day. But after a week, nothing from him. It's a let down cause at least, he should be professional enough to say he can't quote and not just MIA. We went back to source for ID in the web and found 7) All Axxxx Dxxxxx - Meet up at a residence showflat, nicely and impressively done. Wish my house is like that even it's smaller. Nice chat with the ID (boss). After understanding our requirements, he says he will quote. So we message him 3 days later, but he was in the hospital and without pushing away his responsibility, he frankly told us they are also having tight schedule and couldn't meet our deadline. But being a professional, he refered us to another ID company which he has checked that they have the time slot for us. I must say, such professionalism is hard to find in the Renovation industry nowadays especially he looks so much younger then No: 6. So we are now waiting for our quote again... So much time lost just because some IDs are not gutsy enough to tell us upfront that they can't quote unless its a $$$ amount of renovation.
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Hi, I'm getting keys to my 4RM BTO soon and collecting some quotations for my renovation. Among 2-3 IDs that i have met, i chanced upon this contractor through referrals in my office. Can anyone who done adequate research give an opinion if it's a good offer?
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From the album: Bubee
Full toilet revamp for resale flat with hacking, tiling, plumbing works with customised art designs by local artist for toilet tempered glass doors instead of common plain frosted tempered glass frameless doors.-
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From the album: Bubee
Full toilet revamp for resale flat with hacking, tiling, plumbing works with customised art designs by local artist for toilet tempered glass doors instead of common plain frosted tempered glass frameless doors.-
- kitchen backsplash
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From the album: Bubee
Island kitchen with special wall art and unique art designs by local artist for kitchen tempered glass backsplash. 4 seats are with storage. Space created by hacking wall between kitchen and living area.-
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From the album: Bubee
Full toilet revamp for resale flat with hacking, tiling, plumbing works with customised art designs by local artist for toilet tempered glass doors instead of common plain frosted tempered glass frameless doors.-
- kitchen backsplash
- carpentry
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From the album: Bubee
Island kitchen with special wall art and unique art designs by local artist for kitchen tempered glass backsplash. 4 seats are with storage. Space created by hacking wall between kitchen and living area.-
- kitchen backsplash
- carpentry
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From the album: Bubee
Island kitchen with special wall art and unique art designs by local artist for kitchen tempered glass backsplash. 4 seats are with storage. Space created by hacking wall between kitchen and living area.-
- kitchen backsplash
- carpentry
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From the album: Bubee
Full toilet revamp for resale flat with hacking, tiling, plumbing works with customised art designs by local artist for toilet tempered glass doors instead of common plain frosted tempered glass frameless doors.-
- kitchen backsplash
- carpentry
- (and 12 more)
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From the album: Bubee
Full toilet revamp for resale flat with hacking, tiling, plumbing works with customised art designs by local artist for toilet tempered glass doors instead of common plain frosted tempered glass frameless doors.-
- kitchen backsplash
- carpentry
- (and 12 more)
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From the album: Bubee
Island kitchen with special wall art and unique art designs by local artist for kitchen tempered glass backsplash. 4 seats are with storage. Space created by hacking wall between kitchen and living area.-
- kitchen backsplash
- carpentry
- (and 12 more)