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12 results for "Renovation" in Articles
PROJECT
3 MONTHS AGO
SPARK Architects transformed a 132 sqm, 3-bedroom apartment in a Brutalist tower in Singapore into an open, vibrant space reflecting the owner’s love for art and design. The new layout features flowing, light-filled areas with bold colors and flexible, multi-functional furniture. Large windows highlight panoramic views, while art and high-quality finishes add character and sophistication, showcasing modern elegance.
PROJECT
1 YEAR AGO
For the practice’s first major project in South East Asia, Kokaistudios undertook an interior and exterior redesign and renovation of The Starhill shopping mall in Kuala Lumpur, right in the heart of KL’s famous shopping belt Bukit Bintang. By injecting welcomed daylight into the interior space and further diversifying its functional mix, the iconic mall has been rejuvenated and opened-up for a new chapter.
NEWS
1 YEAR AGO
Rohit Sharma, resilient sales manager, Bona explains how the Bona Resilient Floor Solution allows NHS trust to transform old, worn resilient floors without the high cost of replacement.
PROJECT CASE STUDIES
2 YEARS AGO
Renovation defect on the fair-faced concrete walls?!
EDUCATION
3 YEARS AGO
Mapei has developed a range of fast setting products for tiling works, waterproofing, soundproofing, laying screeds and more to meet the demands of quick renovation.
TIPS & IDEAS
3 YEARS AGO
For some people, kitchen is not only a place to cook, but can also be a part of lifestyle and becomes one of the most essential rooms at home. It is of no wonder that these days a lot of homeowners pay extra attention to their kitchen designs and expect their kitchens to always look brand new.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
If you live in a small apartment, there must be times when you want a change of scenery. The common way to achieve that is surely through renovation. The word “renovation” sometimes scares people as it may cost a lot of money. But to enhance or change the ambiance only, renovation can be affordable. Here are some tips you can use as a starting point.
PROJECT
4 YEARS AGO
Located in suburban area of South Jakarta, Rumah Sisik Batu—translated as a house with stone scale (or skin)—is a recently finished renovation project by ArMS. Prominent use of basalt as the building envelope is evident even at the house’s parking space and a security post located at the front. Muhammad Sagitha of ArMS pointed out that the inspiration behind the project’s name was from the angled and layered arrangement of basalt pieces that resembles animal scales.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
Kitchen is one of the most important parts of a house for its function as a space for preparing and cooking food. In fact, a kitchen nowadays has also become a place to gather with family members and relatives. Many homeowners now desire to have a comfortable and beautiful kitchen to accommodate cooking and socialising activities. No wonder, of the many rooms in the house, the kitchen tends to be one undergoing a renovation.
PROJECT
4 YEARS AGO
In Singapore, it is not unusual to see rows of heritage shophouses transformed into boutique hotels, be it for backpackers or luxury travellers. Most of these hotels, however, were renovated with the approach to restore or uplift the shophouses’ original exterior as well as the interior, resulting in the ubiquitous, predictable impression when staying at one of these properties.
PROJECT
4 YEARS AGO
In the northeastern part of Kuala Lumpur, real estate development with semi-detached houses were the norm for some twenty years ago. Although houses were built with quite a spacious outdoor area for each lot, the division of the outdoor and indoor area were apparent. Eleena Jamil Architect had the chance to renovate one of these units and create better connection of the house interior with its surrounding.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
As climate change has been accelerating in the recent years, a more sustainable design approach is essential to help mitigate its long-term effect. Good material quality is now defined not only by its durability, but also by how much carbon footprint they generate. Many people try to integrate as many environmentally friendly materials that are locally sourced and renewable. Here are some of those materials you can consider to use in your next projects or house renovations.
