Even though you’ve hired a professional to renovate your dream apartment from scratch, you’ve got to at least have a rough idea of the type of design you want. Help them to help you.
The brainstorming process can be stressful and time-consuming, especially when it comes to the minimalist look. The deliberate act of keeping it calm and soothing is confusing, to say the least. What to put? More importantly, what not to put?
If you feel overwhelmed by the multiple catalogs the designers are throwing at you, here are the most calm and soothing built-to-order (BTO) renovations for you to draw inspiration from.
Don’t brush them off, they just might hit you with the inspiration bolt.
1. East Coast Road (Block 309B)
A stunning living room that seems to say, “Go on, take a nap here, or binge-watch The Game of Thrones. You know you want to.” The sophisticated ceiling draws some attention, but does not overwhelm.
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2. Punggol Waterway II (Block 310A)
A 3-room BTO apartment can look just as pretty as the interior of a condo. This smart approach is worth considering if you have to renovate a small space!
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White backgrounds are boring, so step it up with a warm colour for the kitchen counters. A subtle design like this commands attention in its own quiet way.
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3. Pasir Ris Street 51 (Block 524C)
If you want to create a playful vibe, you can’t go wrong with turquoise. The colour and wooden walls complement each other incredibly well.
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4. Anchorvale Crescent (Block 336D)
False ceiling and tiling have never looked this good before.
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There’s only one word to describe the unconventional shelves: brilliant.
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If you want a clever way to display your impressive TV, borrow this rad design.
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5. Chai Chee Road (Block 808A)
This living room is begging to be sat on. The open space and muted colours are inviting and soothing.
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These 5 BTO renovations show how we can create a simple space that exudes serenity and calmness. Nothing better to look forward to after a long day of work. Are you intending to renovate your BTO? What trends or ideas do you have in mind? Let us know on our Facebook page!
(Header credit: Quirky Idees & Qanvast, words by editor)
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