Hi Alex, I just noticed you installed “invisible grilles” that seemed to be added on, and not part of the window frame. Is that correct? Could you share more details? Thanks in advance.
Someone recommended me to watch your channel for Reno house tips. Oh my! You have very useful info for 1st time house owner like me. This is going to be my Reno Playbook 📚. Thanks a lot.
3mins into your video and I'm alr loving it! Very practical and realistic tips and I like how you go into the details. Especially useful for first time homeowners like myself. Thank you!
You are the first person I know whom also like me, never like to watch the home design ideas in Singapore! And I watches exactly the same Taiwanese TH-cam home design videos!
I am renovating and I’m just only less than 2 minutes into your video and I have to comment as you gave incredible and essential advice ! I’m definitely improvising my renovation ideas now! Thanks so much!
Wow, your video answers quite a few important things that ppl tend to overlook! Indeed, it took mistakes for me to notice and realised those points you mentioned e.g. electric wiring layout + sockets, data network & cabling coz most homes need more than just wifi. Great that I came across your videos, serves as reminders for me as I'm renovating my own house soon!
hi Alex, your tips are excellent. Do you mind sharing your contractor & electrician? to my email sue.kurniawan@gmail.com please. Thanks a mil in advance ;;)
Of all the home renovation contents I have watched, this is the best one. It provided tons of worthwhile tips with regards to those that renos that will affects future sale. 👍
Hey Alex, for new HDB flats (5-10 years old), there is cat6 cable running thru the walls, and you should be able to convert the telephone cable in each room into a LAN point quite easily. You can verify whether your house is LAN capable by opening up one of the telephone cable in the bedroom. If they have 4 wires connecting to RJ11 telephone port, and 2 loose cable connecting nowhere, it means you can convert that into your LAN point. This will provide more options to place a 2nd or 3rd Wireless AP in your house, improving the Wifi connectivity. Maybe you can use that for your part 2 :)
Well said. You hit the nailS on all the headS. The point on hacking is so apt. When I went house hunting, I don’t even consider those whose rooms are hacked to combine. Even more so about practicality like open concept wardrobe. Also I want to mention, best to do full floor to ceiling cupboards. Don’t leave gaps especially at the top. You won’t be so free to dust it every week. I hope to hear more stories and ideas on how to coordinate with contractors when you have a rough idea of your own Design. And I totally agree the Taiwan IDs are so inspiring that local IDs hv much much catching up to do.
@@selinaloh4388 its ok I'm an IT nerd. Wired connection is faster and more stable. Wifi has a cap to the speed. For Tv, you will most likely use that for netflix or any video streaming. As for computer, it will be streaming + gaming + downloading, all these will be better with wired instead of wireless.
You should make a video on how to prepare and clean a house for rental property. It would be great for people with a rental to have a checklist to see what they should do if a renter moves out
I'm a recent buyer of a resale 3ng house and looking for concepts and ideas. While there's many videos that show only the beauty and aesthetic part of decor, not many emphasizes the maintenance and practical issues and aspects. I'm so happy with the content and advise you provided and subscribed!!
@@AlexTeo oh yes Alex i have a question..you mentioned briefly open wadrobe concept is not practical...so may I know the disadvantages behind it? Thank you 😊
Thanks for sharing ur reno tips and your genuine comments. Also hard to find someone to share house reno ideas but from a more practical standpoint. Good stuff! :D
My take on cove lighting that’s quite popular in living and dining rooms… if decor style does not suit it … it certainly can look “orbit/O-piang”. Plus added bonus of having a haven for lizards to colonise in your home. Yucks.
Awesome and valuable video u sharing here...I've been staring (got indigestion from my ID's drawing and quotation) doing loads of 3D drawing and calculation$ for my coming new home next week as well. Now with all informative video by u, lightens off my doubts and I know better of what I want for new home. 👍👍👍👍
wow next week you must be excited! Maybe another tip is don't get emotionally stressed out too, don't get into argument with your other half and affect your relationship. Glad the video helps you so much and stay tuned for next part! :)
i just came across your video due to youtube algorithm as I just got my 2rm BTO and intending to get an ID. But I'm kinda stressed to hear electrical and data networking ID don't usually care (gasp). At what point do they come into the picture? I don't even know what I want for lights...
1:00 haha guilty as charged. We are converting our 4R BTO into a 1BR. Somehow nothing anyone says about resale value will change my mind. In order to get the kind of space we really want, we'd need to move to a landed house, but we'd need to be so much richer to afford a landed house that I don't think the 100-200k difference in resale proceeds from our BTO will be our primary concern. On your channel you (rightfully) advocate practicality, functionality and cost-effectiveness. But I need to feel an intensely personal connection to my home and I don't think I could be happy knowing I could have done something really interesting with the floor plan but chose not to because of resale value.
how about a 5room BTO? haha no need to feel personal, I am just giving my 2cents based on the general public, of course there can be some unique exception like your case
@@AlexTeo Oh of course, I'm not taking this personally! "But what about the resale value" is an objection we get all the time so I'm just sharing my own feelings. We did seriously consider 5R, but they weren't an option in the areas we were considering (either too expensive or not available) so we went with 4R instead.
Thanks Alex for the insightful video. Towards the end you mentioned to go down to check the measurements when a work is done. How often (eg. alternate days, twice a week) did you have to drop in to check the progress? Will the ID help to check and update you?
Hello Alex, i saw your electrical power plug are nicely done. I wish to have my additional power points done like yours. But my ID's electrician has advised that conceal wiring is not allow in HDB flat. Is this true? Is there a HDB rule on this? I really cannot accept wires running in casing with protruding power socket box.
@@AlexTeo ohh thanks for response. I had checked with my Vinyl contractor and he dont recommend to do this. 😨Have to think another way to lay internet cable to study room. Btw, love to watch videos👍
Hi Alex, can give me some suggestions as my tiler insists that I must make curd for the shower which I really don’t like. I like your one without curb. Will the water splash out or zip out from the silicone?
Thanks for the tips ! All your content are super helpful for a first time homeowner like me. Are most of your power point and switches using concealed wiring ? (e.g. no trunking)
I see that your wirings are concealed.. it looks perfect. My ID refuse to conceal the wirings, and said I can't also use the caseta for the smart lighting as it is not supported.. Any suggestions what I can do? I'm currently renovating now.
@@AlexTeo My place is 29 years old.. cannot change ID anymore, my Reno left only carpentry.. I'm thinking of holding off on painting and hiring another electrician after, just to conceal the wires.. terrible experience.. But I love your YT videos, it's very very helpful. I should have started watching before I started Reno. Thank you :)
Hi, Alex. Thank you very much for your videos. I would like to know more about ordering a sofa from Taobao. Does it come in single piece in a wooden crate? Do you need to install it yourself. How do you know if the package can fit in the lift? Thanks for your time.
mine comes in 2 pieces, there isn't much to 'install' a sofa, just fixing up the legs for mine that's all. Check with the seller for anything you want to clarify
V. Useful tip esp. the data and power points. How did you conceal all the wiring for the data points across your living room and the various additional power plugs. Well done👏
i absolutely agree on wall hacking. Really think hard b4 doing it. i would only invest a good flooring (for resale flats), only going for neutral colour, median tone, avoid white. Remember peoples life style change.
Bro, like very much your videos. Thank you so much for sharing all these. I am about to renovate 4-room BTO, with 94m2 only. I like your study room and I want to copy it. But I worry that my living room will be left with no space, especially as I have 2 sets of desks with 2 and 4 monitors respectively. Do you think I can have study room as nice as yours with such small house I have?
Thanks Alex!👍 Can I please have the ID details? Your design really turns out so well in your hdb flats! I tried giving ID the design I want but they ended up changing quite alot to the "sg template"
@@selinaloh4388 ikr = i know right. Details of my ID inside the video description. My problem with ikea is they are too common, everybody using the same haha
Hi Alex, you have mentioned that you have shifted the output and router for the tv to the study room. Where are the wires and how you conceal the wires to the TV from the router and output at the study room?
@@sxrie for conceal wiring will be troublesome, I will just figure another setup if that happens. The chance of anything wrong happening is very very slim, its just wiring no moving parts
Hi Alex , like how you design your house , was wondering how do you conceal your wiring and cable as I was advised by my electrician that hdb cannot do concealing . Kindly advise , thank you !
Hi Alex, I'd like to know if it's a good idea to spend around $2775 to do carpentry wall with shoe cabinets for a bomb shelter? Plus signing up for a $6600 carpentry package which include one 5 ft and one 6 ft full-height laminated built-in casement wardrobe, one 6 ft Tv suspended console c/w laminated full height feature wall, plus 20 ft kitchen cabinets, 10 ft quartz table top for kitchen cabinet plus labour for installing kitchen sink/tap & cooker hood/hob for a 3 room bto?
Hi Alex, thanks for the advice! have been watching your videos and really enjoying them. could you recommend a good electrician? also do they have to be licensed? Some of the people I asked gave mixed answers.
u can DM me on IG for electrician contact. I think whether to get a certified electrician is up to individual, if you are looking at wiring for the whole house i will say having the assurance is important for me. But if it's just a very simple work like tapping wiring, changing switch then I will close 1 eye
subscribed because you give good tips! I'm renovating a terrace house in Malaysia now and on a budget so trying to avoid engaging ID for carpentry...but it's hard to find good ID just for drawings! I totally agree that I should try mapping out the electrical and network wiring myself, but I'm so worried of putting too few plugs! Also, could you explain a bit more on the network side of things? Especially for houses with 2-3 floors? Thanks! edit : 1 more thing, would u suggest to just go for majority smart switches when im doing all the wiring?
Once I start home automation, there is no turning back for me haha.. All my future houses will definitely do home automation. I will do everything smart switches unless you are on budget, then the small bedrooms can do without. For network, you can do mesh with 1 satellite device at every level or those wifi access points mounted on the ceiling.
Any of you are renovating and need some help? Comments down below! We might be able to share some ideas together!
Which are the Taiwan sites that u recommended ?
@@auschek channel link inside the video description
Where did you get your invisible grilles? Is it ok to get a fixed one?
Hi Alex, I just noticed you installed “invisible grilles” that seemed to be added on, and not part of the window frame. Is that correct? Could you share more details? Thanks in advance.
Hi Alex, my budget is $25 k for a resale 5 room flat. Do u have recommendations for any good and reasonable price individual contractors?
Damn, this is an exceptionally useful video. Your earnest personality really shines through as well! Thanks Alex!
Thanks man! Catch part 2 as well
Someone recommended me to watch your channel for Reno house tips. Oh my! You have very useful info for 1st time house owner like me. This is going to be my Reno Playbook 📚. Thanks a lot.
3mins into your video and I'm alr loving it! Very practical and realistic tips and I like how you go into the details. Especially useful for first time homeowners like myself. Thank you!
Thanks! hopefully you find part 2 useful as well 😁
Thanks for your honesty at the risk of kena whack. That's really communal interest at heart.
You are the first person I know whom also like me, never like to watch the home design ideas in Singapore! And I watches exactly the same Taiwanese TH-cam home design videos!
yup the default BTO template design
I am renovating and I’m just only less than 2 minutes into your video and I have to comment as you gave incredible and essential advice ! I’m definitely improvising my renovation ideas now! Thanks so much!
Haha, do check out part 2 as well!
So kind of you, I’ve watched few nos of videos, your are really very concerned abt money and needs. Appreciated. Thank you Gentle Man
Wow, your video answers quite a few important things that ppl tend to overlook! Indeed, it took mistakes for me to notice and realised those points you mentioned e.g. electric wiring layout + sockets, data network & cabling coz most homes need more than just wifi. Great that I came across your videos, serves as reminders for me as I'm renovating my own house soon!
yeah wifi is bad for HDB due to the super thick walls
Totally agree to look for contractors for limited budget! I’ve friends who got contractors to furnish their house & they look great too!
ya no doubt, as long as you do your research and look for the design you want
I did the same thing I outsource my design and told my contractors what I wan so I’m my own id and I saved a lot!
@@DALLEY_SANI glad to hear that!!
hi Alex, your tips are excellent. Do you mind sharing your contractor & electrician? to my email sue.kurniawan@gmail.com please.
Thanks a mil in advance ;;)
Of all the home renovation contents I have watched, this is the best one. It provided tons of worthwhile tips with regards to those that renos that will affects future sale. 👍
Thx thx ☺️
Hey Alex, for new HDB flats (5-10 years old), there is cat6 cable running thru the walls, and you should be able to convert the telephone cable in each room into a LAN point quite easily. You can verify whether your house is LAN capable by opening up one of the telephone cable in the bedroom. If they have 4 wires connecting to RJ11 telephone port, and 2 loose cable connecting nowhere, it means you can convert that into your LAN point. This will provide more options to place a 2nd or 3rd Wireless AP in your house, improving the Wifi connectivity. Maybe you can use that for your part 2 :)
yup i'm aware of this haha, thanks for the comment!
the lighting plan and data part is so helpful, thank you!
Super useful pointers, Alex! I’m about to renovate my place so this is damn handy. Thanks so much!
Well said. You hit the nailS on all the headS. The point on hacking is so apt. When I went house hunting, I don’t even consider those whose rooms are hacked to combine. Even more so about practicality like open concept wardrobe. Also I want to mention, best to do full floor to ceiling cupboards. Don’t leave gaps especially at the top. You won’t be so free to dust it every week. I hope to hear more stories and ideas on how to coordinate with contractors when you have a rough idea of your own Design. And I totally agree the Taiwan IDs are so inspiring that local IDs hv much much catching up to do.
100% agree for full height wardrobe, its a must have carpentry work. Somehow Taiwan IDs feel more like an actual ID man.
I'll be renovating my first home soon! This video is a great help!
My Fav Home Reno TH-camr 10/10
wow!
I also recommend 一条 and Never Too Small for ideas!
that wiring plan and electrician work soo detailed! nicely done bro! Very informative thanks for sharing! Waiting for your part 2 reno tips!
haha because electrician wiring work is massive, can't screw that up. Part 2 will be even better!
@@AlexTeo
Hi Alex, why u did you want to connect the electric wiring from your computer, TV and singtel device?
Sorry I'm not a IT person. :p
@@selinaloh4388 its ok I'm an IT nerd. Wired connection is faster and more stable. Wifi has a cap to the speed. For Tv, you will most likely use that for netflix or any video streaming. As for computer, it will be streaming + gaming + downloading, all these will be better with wired instead of wireless.
@@AlexTeo orh. Thank you! Very deep
@@AlexTeo How are you so well-versed in this area? I watched already, 🤯.
Thanks for sharing your renovation tips! Especially useful for homeowners.
These videos are great like a mentor, giving you pros and cons of many details people often forget getting into projects.
thanks man!
You should make a video on how to prepare and clean a house for rental property. It would be great for people with a rental to have a checklist to see what they should do if a renter moves out
will take that into consideration!
I'm a recent buyer of a resale 3ng house and looking for concepts and ideas. While there's many videos that show only the beauty and aesthetic part of decor, not many emphasizes the maintenance and practical issues and aspects. I'm so happy with the content and advise you provided and subscribed!!
thanks for the sub!
@@AlexTeo oh yes Alex i have a question..you mentioned briefly open wadrobe concept is not practical...so may I know the disadvantages behind it? Thank you 😊
@@nollissey collecting too much dust on your clothes basically everywhere haa
ur videos really helpful for me who are getting my first house soon
Thanks and glad it helps 😁
Wow!! Im impressed on your explanation. Im currently working on my parents house.
Yes , good point on the electrical wiring and networking
Hi Alex, thankfully in your video you reminded me to take note of electrical switch/socket placement and routing.
no problem man, glad it helps!
This is super informative! Subscribed & saved video, watched thrice too! Info overload!
Haha thanks, don't forget to catch part 2!
Power la most practical tips on reno in Singapore
I should have watched this earlier before I have engaged a contractor. Really useful tips
Great Video! It very useful, direct to the point and without fluff :) Great job!
thanks man!
Super useful, love your content! Definitely will recommend your channel to people in this stage of life :)
Thanks for sharing ur reno tips and your genuine comments. Also hard to find someone to share house reno ideas but from a more practical standpoint. Good stuff! :D
thanks man!
I just come across your video today and they are very helpful and well made. Great content too!
thanks man! welcome to the channel
excellent tips! really enjoyed watching this video. GOOD SHARING~
Hey Alex, this is the most credible advice ever. Thank you! Did you engage an ID? Your place look good.
ID, becoz i no time to manage
My take on cove lighting that’s quite popular in living and dining rooms… if decor style does not suit it … it certainly can look “orbit/O-piang”. Plus added bonus of having a haven for lizards to colonise in your home. Yucks.
Very nice video. Thanks Alex. :)
Very good ,clear explanation ,good points .
Super agree with everything you said here! Will go and watch part 2 now haha
haha thx thx, hope you enjoy part 2 as well
Awesome and valuable video u sharing here...I've been staring (got indigestion from my ID's drawing and quotation) doing loads of 3D drawing and calculation$ for my coming new home next week as well. Now with all informative video by u, lightens off my doubts and I know better of what I want for new home. 👍👍👍👍
wow next week you must be excited! Maybe another tip is don't get emotionally stressed out too, don't get into argument with your other half and affect your relationship. Glad the video helps you so much and stay tuned for next part! :)
@@AlexTeo Super eggcited...lol...ok noted on the emo part...😊
@@jessicayip2538 plan for some home automation haha
@@AlexTeo lol...am looking forward for ur part 2 video...😁
i just came across your video due to youtube algorithm as I just got my 2rm BTO and intending to get an ID. But I'm kinda stressed to hear electrical and data networking ID don't usually care (gasp). At what point do they come into the picture? I don't even know what I want for lights...
as mentioned they came in at the early stage, right after hacking works if any
so true, renotalk is full of the similar id design template. everyone house look sama sama.
Hi, any tips on replacing parquet with laminate flooring?
This is extremely helpful. Thanks.
1:00 haha guilty as charged. We are converting our 4R BTO into a 1BR. Somehow nothing anyone says about resale value will change my mind. In order to get the kind of space we really want, we'd need to move to a landed house, but we'd need to be so much richer to afford a landed house that I don't think the 100-200k difference in resale proceeds from our BTO will be our primary concern. On your channel you (rightfully) advocate practicality, functionality and cost-effectiveness. But I need to feel an intensely personal connection to my home and I don't think I could be happy knowing I could have done something really interesting with the floor plan but chose not to because of resale value.
how about a 5room BTO? haha no need to feel personal, I am just giving my 2cents based on the general public, of course there can be some unique exception like your case
@@AlexTeo Oh of course, I'm not taking this personally! "But what about the resale value" is an objection we get all the time so I'm just sharing my own feelings. We did seriously consider 5R, but they weren't an option in the areas we were considering (either too expensive or not available) so we went with 4R instead.
Thanks Alex for the insightful video. Towards the end you mentioned to go down to check the measurements when a work is done. How often (eg. alternate days, twice a week) did you have to drop in to check the progress? Will the ID help to check and update you?
establish good communication with your ID, whenever there is any major work to be done, you should be aware and go take a look when its done
I’m also following these two channels from Taiwan 🙌🏻
Yeah, their design looks so much nicer than those from sg
Hi can I ask for your recommendation for toliet window change ? Thanks!
i don't have a specific company to recommend as this was part of the reno contract
Hello Alex, i saw your electrical power plug are nicely done. I wish to have my additional power points done like yours. But my ID's electrician has advised that conceal wiring is not allow in HDB flat. Is this true? Is there a HDB rule on this? I really cannot accept wires running in casing with protruding power socket box.
sorry i replied to your email already. But ya, I totally cannot accept those big switch box with wire trunking and casing everywhere man
Hi Alex， may i know how you conceal the data wiring from TV console to your Study room？
@@啊倫-c6m go below my vinyl overlay
@@AlexTeo ohh thanks for response. I had checked with my Vinyl contractor and he dont recommend to do this. 😨Have to think another way to lay internet cable to study room. Btw, love to watch videos👍
Hi, may I know what application do you use to draw your floor plan digitally?
Hi Alex, can give me some suggestions as my tiler insists that I must make curd for the shower which I really don’t like. I like your one without curb. Will the water splash out or zip out from the silicone?
nah no such problems
Thanks for the tips ! All your content are super helpful for a first time homeowner like me. Are most of your power point and switches using concealed wiring ? (e.g. no trunking)
thanks for the sub! yup as long as they are visible, they are concealed
Great video. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for using numbers as an example to budget the construction, def helps!
glad that's useful for you in planning your budget!
The router, mesh unit can be stored in a closed cabinet? I'm just wonderting if this would block the signals.
Definitely will affect signals, overheating is also another concern
If u can , try not to put router in a cabinet. The telco installer should be able to recommend a more suitable spot when they r in your home. JMO
Very well explained, the quality of the underlining network cable Eg. cat 6a/7 cabling, are those in the package?
i use my own electrician so not part of the reno package
Thanks for the super informative video! So helpful!
Really awesome video. Waiting for your part 2! Starting to do up my new bto flat too, so want to learn all these information haha..
hahahaa pretty sure part 2 will be good!
@@AlexTeo Yayy thank you Alex! Looking forward to it! :)
Thank you for your advices, useful and practical insights. Subscribed too!
thanks for the sub!
Very informative and helpful video. 👍🏻
Do you mind showing us how you hide your tv console wires? and cable management tips and tricks? , what if you have ps4?
future videos i will see any chance to mention about this
Hi Alex, can I check for your toilet ventilation windows , do you have the link to get it replace ?
i don't, but any window supplier should have
Truly an inspiration! did you incorporate feng shui principles into your home?
nope haha, maybe some are incorporated without me knowing!
Hi Alex! Can I know where did you get the silver ledge shelf in your common bathroom from? It looks so sleek and minimalist! Thanks!
from taobao, tons of bathroom accessories to choose from
Bro like your toilet cabinet with the tray to put dry items
Where did you get it from? Thank you!
from kohler bought from taobao, local retail also carry but more expensive
Thanks Alex for replying!
Hi Alex, do you mind to share more on TV feature wall? Is there any storage inside? If yes, how do you open the door, as it seems blocked the TV.
DM me on IG, i can send pics to you
I see that your wirings are concealed.. it looks perfect. My ID refuse to conceal the wirings, and said I can't also use the caseta for the smart lighting as it is not supported.. Any suggestions what I can do? I'm currently renovating now.
how old is the apartment? change your ID? cannot use caseta is abit over..
@@AlexTeo My place is 29 years old.. cannot change ID anymore, my Reno left only carpentry.. I'm thinking of holding off on painting and hiring another electrician after, just to conceal the wires.. terrible experience.. But I love your YT videos, it's very very helpful. I should have started watching before I started Reno. Thank you :)
Hi. I saw the aircon at the walkway, will the living room cool enough?
yup definitely, aircon is blowing towards dining and sofa area
Hi Alex, you have any suggestions to conceal all the pipes inside the bathroom.
box it up?
Wow this is amazing !
Thanks for sharing these tips. Useful!
Thanks! 😁
Hi Alex, can share the contact for doing the frameless shower screen? Thanks.
part of the reno package, so i don't have the contact for the exact contractor
Hi, Alex. Thank you very much for your videos. I would like to know more about ordering a sofa from Taobao. Does it come in single piece in a wooden crate? Do you need to install it yourself. How do you know if the package can fit in the lift? Thanks for your time.
mine comes in 2 pieces, there isn't much to 'install' a sofa, just fixing up the legs for mine that's all. Check with the seller for anything you want to clarify
Hi Alex , could you share your shoe rack - open rack then got light is it ? - can share the link where u get this ? or u customize
rootsense shoerack, detail.tmall.com/item.htm?id=613496127226&spm=a1z09.2.0.0.c7cf2e8dspY1GJ&_u=m2ai2jg1b05a
@@AlexTeo thank Alex
V. Useful tip esp. the data and power points. How did you conceal all the wiring for the data points across your living room and the various additional power plugs. Well done👏
just tell the electrician you want conceal wiring, they will find the easiest way to do it. Maybe some overlay from the floor, from ceiling/walls
@@AlexTeo , did HDB changed the rule for conceal wirings in the wall? My understanding is from a few years back it's not allowed.
You mentioned the ID is more of a technical advisor and project coordinator. In your case, were the designs and color choices primarily by you?
ID will give u the selection choices from their suppliers, give their suggestions but in the end you have to make that decision
Love your tips and recommendations! Excited for part 2!
thanks bro! I'm sure you won't be disappointed
i absolutely agree on wall hacking. Really think hard b4 doing it.
i would only invest a good flooring (for resale flats), only going for neutral colour, median tone, avoid white.
Remember peoples life style change.
lifestyle change at different stages of life, also think of how long you intend to stay in that property
damn! this is super useful and good info! thank you :)
Bro, like very much your videos. Thank you so much for sharing all these. I am about to renovate 4-room BTO, with 94m2 only. I like your study room and I want to copy it. But I worry that my living room will be left with no space, especially as I have 2 sets of desks with 2 and 4 monitors respectively. Do you think I can have study room as nice as yours with such small house I have?
You will probably have to hack one common room else you have to sacrifice dining or sofa area
Thanks Alex!👍
Can I please have the ID details? Your design really turns out so well in your hdb flats! I tried giving ID the design I want but they ended up changing quite alot to the "sg template"
ikr!
@@AlexTeo
Who is ikr?
IKEA? Issit
@@selinaloh4388 ikr = i know right. Details of my ID inside the video description. My problem with ikea is they are too common, everybody using the same haha
@@AlexTeo thanks Alex. U mean your ID information u share in this video?
5:13 Haha, won't whack you for sure coz I totally agree with you. I'm a fan of 设计家too. Thanks for sharing this!
hahah thanks!
I thought I saw mirrored walls. I love this feature. Where did you get this done?
mirrored walls? which part of the video?
Hi Alex, noticed tt you change your bathroom window, from louvre to casement, can your contact pls?
Hi Alex, you have mentioned that you have shifted the output and router for the tv to the study room. Where are the wires and how you conceal the wires to the TV from the router and output at the study room?
run underneath my flooring as I overlay it
@@AlexTeo Wah that’s so innovative. If the wires are not working or damaged, how to change ah?
@@sxrie for conceal wiring will be troublesome, I will just figure another setup if that happens. The chance of anything wrong happening is very very slim, its just wiring no moving parts
@@AlexTeo I see. For the concealed wirings for the switches, how do you hide them?
Hi Alex, did u change the smart curtain plug to the 3pin safety plug by yourself?
nope, i passed everything to my electrician to do during the reno. I watched how he do for one, took him like 2-3mins only
Very useful tips!
Hi, do you mean that you run the data cables below vinyl flooring?
yup, overlay it so doesn't matter
@@AlexTeo Great! DIdn't know that was possible.
Hi Alex , like how you design your house , was wondering how do you conceal your wiring and cable as I was advised by my electrician that hdb cannot do concealing . Kindly advise , thank you !
if it's a very very old hdb then ya i think not, else maybe can change electrician 😅
@@AlexTeo Thanks for replying , it's a 5 years resale hdb , which electrician did u use? Can you share the contact?
@@kirang1062 dm me on ig
very practical and sound advice! thank you :)
Thanks! 😁
Yo Alex! Saw your house @ HomeTrust.
Home trust?!?!?
Hi Alex, I'd like to know if it's a good idea to spend around $2775 to do carpentry wall with shoe cabinets for a bomb shelter?
Plus signing up for a $6600 carpentry package which include one 5 ft and one 6 ft full-height laminated built-in casement wardrobe, one 6 ft Tv suspended console c/w laminated full height feature wall, plus 20 ft kitchen cabinets, 10 ft quartz table top for kitchen cabinet plus labour for installing kitchen sink/tap & cooker hood/hob for a 3 room bto?
i won't spend 3k to do a false wall for the bomb shelter, i saw some house makes the bomb shelter door a full length mirror, I will do that instead
Need help to renovate a condo bathroom.
Very useful. Thank you bro
What is the sequence of works?
Hi Alex, thanks for the advice! have been watching your videos and really enjoying them. could you recommend a good electrician? also do they have to be licensed? Some of the people I asked gave mixed answers.
u can DM me on IG for electrician contact. I think whether to get a certified electrician is up to individual, if you are looking at wiring for the whole house i will say having the assurance is important for me. But if it's just a very simple work like tapping wiring, changing switch then I will close 1 eye
Awsome.. thanks for sharing....
subscribed because you give good tips! I'm renovating a terrace house in Malaysia now and on a budget so trying to avoid engaging ID for carpentry...but it's hard to find good ID just for drawings! I totally agree that I should try mapping out the electrical and network wiring myself, but I'm so worried of putting too few plugs! Also, could you explain a bit more on the network side of things? Especially for houses with 2-3 floors? Thanks!
edit : 1 more thing, would u suggest to just go for majority smart switches when im doing all the wiring?
Once I start home automation, there is no turning back for me haha.. All my future houses will definitely do home automation. I will do everything smart switches unless you are on budget, then the small bedrooms can do without. For network, you can do mesh with 1 satellite device at every level or those wifi access points mounted on the ceiling.