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TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
There are plenty of areas in the kitchen that we need to pay more attention to. Besides cabinets and countertops, a backsplash is one that we shouldn’t forget. A backsplash is the wall behind the stove and sink—usually covered with durable material for easy cleaning if liquid falls onto it. Because of its position, a backsplash can get dirty easily. However, it doesn’t mean that we should leave it as it is. Indeed, by designing of your backsplash more attractively, the whole appearance of your kitchen will improve.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
A minimalist-styled home has become more favourable. Its clean and simple design is the reason. A dining room, where family members gather to start and end the day, is suitable for a minimalist design as it can bring about comfort for the whole family. Designing a minimalist dining room may not be as easy as it looks. There are five important things that need to be considered, let’s check them out!
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
PG Colomadu was established in 1861 during the era of Sultan Mangkunegara IV. In 1998, PTPN-IX as the manager closed the mill and left the non-functioning building. The plant, which is more than 100 years old, is considered to have a vital function when it was still operating. Accounting for its history, it is not surprising that PG Colomadu becomes one of the most important cultural heritage buildings in Karanganyar, Central Java.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
A living room is often designed to be the most comfortable space in the house where family members gather and interact with each other. It should provide respite for family members when they return home.
PROJECT
4 YEARS AGO
Located at the centre of Surabaya, Pb House by kantorgg is a renovation project of a 100-year-old mansion. The façade of Pb House has the characteristics of colonial architecture as the main feature and historical value of the building that need to be retained. However, considering the homeowner’s needs and lifestyle, the renovation of Pb House has resulted in a contemporary living space while still taking into account the original shape and style.
EDUCATION
4 YEARS AGO
Find out how choosing the right material for the job saves you hours of anguish and gives you better results at a lower cost.
NEWS
4 YEARS AGO
New dimensions for secure and constructive bonds
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
In accordance with its function as an area to rest, a bedroom should bring comfort. After doing tiring daily activities, everyone needs to rest. Of course, for optimum resting experience, the room must also be accommodating. However, what if the available space is limited?
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.
NEWS
4 YEARS AGO
DCA to be the architect for the new Biopolis Phase 6, to be complete in 2022. Image: The Metropolis with view of future site of Biopolis Phase 6
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
Good quality sleep may depend on the quality of mattress and lighting. If not set properly, comfort and sleep quality may be reduced. Then, how do we set the proper lighting for bedrooms? Some studies say that sleep will be of a higher quality if someone sleeps with no lights on; and that dim light is preferable than bright light.
HIGHLIGHTS
4 YEARS AGO
Andra Matin, an Indonesian architect whose work has just been shortlisted in the 2019 Aga Khan Awards, is a prominent figure not only among practitioners in the industry but also among the general public. His works are very diverse and spread in various regions in Indonesia. They are often put in the spotlight by both architectural media and the mass media.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
A corridor is a hallway in a building that usually connects one room to another and is generally flanked by solid walls. Inadequate design can make a corridor underlit and cramped. A corridor can be an interesting space and add characters to the house. Here are some things that need to be considered to revamp the hallway to look more beautiful and interesting.
TIPS
4 YEARS AGO
Goal: Obtaining the proper humidity balance between the top and bottom sides of the decking.
EVENTS
4 YEARS AGO
The Exterpark team participated in Hannover’s Domotex, the world’s leading trade fair for floor coverings.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
Homeowners tend to accumulate items when they live in one place for a long time, whereas the space to store these belongings is usually limited. Therefore homeowners need to come up with an efficient storage system.
PROJECT
4 YEARS AGO
Located in Kuala Lumpur, Bina Warehouse is an established kitchen and bathroom supplier with business history of more than 45 years. One of its galleries, exclusively displaying kitchenware, is housed in a four-row, five-storey building that has undergone a major renovation recently.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
When designing a bedroom, comfort is certainly the most important aspect so it should be the first consideration in choosing a bed. However, design and appearance are also essential because visually pleasing design will add the comfort.
PROJECT CASE STUDIES
4 YEARS AGO
18 floors high yet not imposing: the clever façade design of “The Venue Residences and Shoppes” is what makes the complex in Singapore such a success.
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
Kids are identical with toys. Most parents also like to buy toys for their children or learning kits that help their cognitive growth. However, piling up toys can make children's rooms messy, especially if there is no specific place to store them. Planning children rooms with adequate storage is essential not only for the sake of a more organized room, but also to teach children the responsibility to organize their own room. Here are some tips on planning children room’s storage.
NEWS
4 YEARS AGO
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NEWS
4 YEARS AGO
中冶新加坡应邀参加国际建筑环境周展会
TIPS & IDEAS
4 YEARS AGO
Small-sized dwellings mean smaller rooms, including the kitchen. For those who live in an apartment, space limitation is even more problematic because there is no more space to expand. We may often see kitchens that look spacious, but building a convenient, functional, and visually pleasing kitchen does not always need a big space. Kitchen design could be made minimal, down to its essential elements, yet still versatile and looks nice.
