pinkpetter 0 Report post Posted May 28, 2009 I'm glad you met up with Mr Yeak too. He does sound very professional. Uncle Soon had better meet up with you soon too. He ah.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
preciousjam 0 Report post Posted May 28, 2009 glad you managed to meet up with Mr Yeak.... he's currently doing my house....awaiting carpentry and laminate flooring which will be done from next week on.... so far i've only good things to say about him...as he help me jaga the whole reno progress, most importantly as he uses all the same workers for all his projects, they are very familar with his instructions and can carry it out without difficulty... even though i did my own painting, he took effort to come down and see the progress as well as provides valuable suggestions...and he also have an eye for details...things he find unsightly, he'll try to minimize it.... good point to note is that i realise the workers have the same mindset as him, they will advise on things which they find unsightly (tilers help on foyer, electrician uncle help on laying of points and pointed out one of the light panel with a scratch) he also quite chin cai...easy to talk to... hope that tis will help...if you need to see his works just let me know...i think next week will be good as can see the carpentry works and laminate flooring.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adrian_john 1 Report post Posted June 2, 2009 Phew! Glad to be back on RT again after a hectic weekend and Monday. Finally managed to "redeem" some Ah Soon Air Miles and meet up with him on Friday evening. Sadly, he lost all the stuff which we previously discussed so we basically had to walk through the whole job list again. But I guess this time's easier cos' I had alot of the drawings with me and could show him straight. He's supposed to get back to me today with the quote today, so I'm looking forward to that, but yet prepared to collect some more air miles. @Preciousjam Thanks for the feedback on Yeak. Looking forward to hearing more from the other Yeakers as well. I did ask him about being able to see some of his current work, but at the time I met him, he said he had only started one or two jobs so nothing to see as yet. I really appreciate your kind offer to allow me to view the ongoing work at your place. Do PM me your contact and when you'll be popping your place and I'll pop by. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adrian_john 1 Report post Posted June 2, 2009 (edited) I did another revised sketch up for the MBR taking into consideration the possibility of sealing up the current entrance to the MBR bathroom and relocating it, which means also extending the MBR entrance as well. This new layout kinda struck me during my discussion with Ah Soon. I showed him the previous MBR layout and he shared that I could have a bigger 2-sided WIW next to the wall where the current toilet entrance was. I thought about it abit and felt if I did a box up there, it may end up making my room look very blocky, so thought perhaps to shift it to the other end nearer to the window instead so that there's a differentiation of space. For privacy, was thinking perhaps doing the low-height cabinet with a tempered glass (haven't really thought of the treatment - could be left clear or with decals or frosted, or even have a string curtain hung above it) screen to give more privacy to the bed head area. To make the room not so cramped, was thinking maybe I could do the TV feature wall with a combo of both laminate and mirrors as depicted in the sketch below. Comments, comparison to Previous Proposed Layout and feedback are most welcome. Edited June 2, 2009 by adrian_john Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
familyof4 0 Report post Posted June 2, 2009 I love this idea! It is a really nice idea to do up your room this way! didn't look too cluttered as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
worldangel 0 Report post Posted June 2, 2009 For my new house, my hubby also designed something that looks like what you have done for your MBR...just that instead of the bed facing the feature wall, our bed is going to be leaning against the feature wall since we don't plan to install a TV in the bedroom. Our toilet is also at the same side as the walk in wardrobe and feature wall though the entrance is facing out rather than in towards the WIW. Do let us know how much the contractors/ID are charging you for this design, if you dun mind...cos we are trying to estimate how much it will cost to implement the WIW together with the feature wall in the bedroom. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adrian_john 1 Report post Posted June 2, 2009 @Familyof4 Thanks F4. I hope that this layout will work out and not be too cramped as I think it may on-site. On paper so far it looks OK, although space walking space at the bedsides is a little tight. I've also got to see if I can slot a foldable mattress somewhere for my little son too. Perhaps I could shift one side of the bed to lean against the wall and make more space. @Worldangel As this is a new layout, I haven't really actually got a quote for this as yet, but I will check with the contractors/IDs and share with you once I've got it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adrian_john 1 Report post Posted June 3, 2009 With the new proposed MBR layout above, it'd mean unfortunately that I'll have to forgo the initial open-glass concept for the MBR bathroom. Also, with the change of entrance, the long vanity top will also be sacrificed and in its place a small suspended vanity top (subject to whether there is a need to hide pipes) and mirror cabinet. Did a simple sketch of the revised MBR bathroom layout below: Wifey says she would like to do up the MBR bathroom 5* Hotel style. Not sure how to go about this though.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adrian_john 1 Report post Posted June 6, 2009 Things are finally moving along! Went for my 1st Appointment yesterday and signed my life away to HDB. Completion could've actually been earlier, but the Seller requested a little more time, as she could only move in to her new place on 25 July. So at least now, the Handover date's settled. Next immediate task is to settle which ID/Contractor to go with. I've narrowed it down (in no order of preference) to these 4: Andy and Ivette of Ideal Design Studio, Lawrence of United Team Lifestyle, Ah Soon and Mr Yeak. I've only one quote outstanding and that's Ah Soon's, he said he'll meet me by Tuesday, which is good since I'll be away for a short trip from tomorrow till then. Meantime, I'm also in the process of sorting out the 1st Appointment for the sale of my current flat. Trying to request for a mid-August date so that I'll have enough lead time for the renovation to be completed. Hope this works out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pinkpetter 0 Report post Posted June 6, 2009 YAY one step towards getting your place. Your 2nd appt is at the max time then? 8 weeks? Remind Uncle ok? I hate to hear you accumulating air miles... I think for the bathroom.. to make it look more hotel like.. the open storage on the left can be shelves made from cement and tiles.. instead of something storebought. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adrian_john 1 Report post Posted June 12, 2009 @Pet Yup. We had to stretch the 2nd appointment to the maximum time of 8 weeks so as to accomodate our seller's moving out on 25 July. Much as we'd hope for it to be earlier, but in a way, we're also glad that the seller's new place was readily available for early movie in and that they didn't ask for further extension of completion as they took a very long time to get their new place. Thanks for your suggestions for the MBR bathroom. Yes, will definitely try to do those niche-type shelves for that feel. I'm now just wondering how much more extra gotta pump in for the tiles ... Haiz... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
adrian_john 1 Report post Posted June 12, 2009 A positive piece of news amidst this roller coaster week. Ah Soon's Airbus is finally found. Uncle initially called and said he'd pop by my place at 7pm yesterday, but he didn't show up until 1040pm, after having a late dinner. I think he was sorting out stuff at F4's place. When he didn't show at 830pm, I called him and he said he'd come but when didn't hear anything by about 940, I kinda accepted that he fly me aeroplane, but surprisingly, he called me at about 1010pm, luckily caught me just in time because I was almost gonna head out to JB. We managed to discuss the quote, which was really reasonable and fits our budget very well - Only thing he left out was the pricing for the Supply and Laying of the Living/Dining and Bedroom Flooring, which he gave me on the spot earlier today when I called him to check. Am relieved and pleased that I finally managed to get his quote and now we can get things moving along once again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
preciousjam 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2009 A positive piece of news amidst this roller coaster week. Ah Soon's Airbus is finally found. Uncle initially called and said he'd pop by my place at 7pm yesterday, but he didn't show up until 1040pm, after having a late dinner. I think he was sorting out stuff at F4's place. When he didn't show at 830pm, I called him and he said he'd come but when didn't hear anything by about 940, I kinda accepted that he fly me aeroplane, but surprisingly, he called me at about 1010pm, luckily caught me just in time because I was almost gonna head out to JB. We managed to discuss the quote, which was really reasonable and fits our budget very well - Only thing he left out was the pricing for the Supply and Laying of the Living/Dining and Bedroom Flooring, which he gave me on the spot earlier today when I called him to check. Am relieved and pleased that I finally managed to get his quote and now we can get things moving along once again. Yeah!!! i'm so happy for you....hopefully all will be smooth sailing from now....waiting to see more of your drawings.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blue_diamond 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2009 Glad that he finally get back to u ah...hehehehehe.When he was at my place last noon, reminded him and he did mentioned about meeting u up at 7pm.Hopefully everything will turn out good foru...happy for u too. If not accumulate too many air miles also cant redeem for any trips... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
familyof4 0 Report post Posted June 12, 2009 adrian, he was at my place 6ish to 7pm yesterday going through some shoddy works by the plumbers. and the plumbers were scolded by him for giving me such work. My hubby heard him scolding the head of the plumber saying how can u trust your workers' words when they said they have done, but u never come and check??? How can like that....? Hope u can settle on your ID/contractor soon too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
