We Found A Gem And Made It Ours.

[Sandrababe 0]

Hi All

Have been contemplating to start a T-blog on my house reno since it started beginning of this month... well. Procrastination is evil

This is our second house. Like our first house, hub laid similar criteria during house search for high floor, unblocked view, windy, convenient with amenities, bright, etc a very long list of expectations for future house. Of cos' I know this would come with a price. A hefty one, considering that it is a 38yo house and we have to revamp the house after buying it.

Anyway, we are glad that despite such a "stringent" criteria, we manage to find one that we both love after like 12 viewings. Heh. Since we have got a new born baby to keep us busy so we are really glad we din take too long to find that dream house.

To cut the story short. We have got our house keys on 20th Oct 12 and reno started on 28th Oct 12 after getting the permit from HDB. Its a 4 room point block that resemble the below layout, only difference is that the upgraded balcony (sorta full length windows) is located at the masterbed room and all the rooms come with full stretch windows panels.

So basically the whole house is full of windows....!

The challenge of this house is that, the toilets are really small! That means to say, no vanity top for me and only 1 shower at the bigger toilet. Good thing is, the previous owner has applied for a second WC so now we don't have to fight over toilet in times of urgency.

Also, there is no storeroom, a big issue for us as we have 2 young kids = lotsa barang to store!

Due to my time schedule with the kids, we din have the luxury to meet up with alot of IDs/contractors. The current ID is the 3rd one we spoke to.

Credit to a forumer, who is also my hub's colleague, we found our ID. He is J**** Tan from 3D Innovative. He is a rather busy person but despite that, will still try to meet our timing and requests whenever we needed him at the site. However, always in my mind lingers this question.... (not too sure if I'm too demanding) isn't the ID supposed to be at the site everyday?

Anyways. This is already our 1st month into reno. and we are now left with paint-works, cleaning, lightings installation and carpentary. Seems to be on track for our Mid Nov move in.

Edited October 30, 2012 by Sandrababe

[Sandrababe 0]

The city view that captivated us; and our gal.

Shot taken from one of the rooms.

Edited October 30, 2012 by Sandrababe

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As like previous house, we opted for modern/contemporary style (not gangnam style, hehe!) for new house. We do not like too much woody stuff, except for floorings, so I tried to keep it minimal on woods in our choice of materials.

Edited October 30, 2012 by Sandrababe

[KeysMaker 0]

Hi Sandra! We have the same thinking! Don really like woody stuff too..

Keep us update on your reno and remember to post some pics!

Hope your everything goes well !

[Sandrababe 0]

Hi KeysMaker, thanks! So far the reno. is keeping us very busy cos we practically went up daily to make sure things are going smoothly. But it is a good experience to see our dream house building up bit by bit into what we imagine it to be

Going to post more pics once i sorted them out... akan datang.....

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Our purchases so far....

For the kitchen.

Edited October 31, 2012 by Sandrababe

[Velarine 0]

The city view that captivated us; and our gal.

Shot taken from one of the rooms.

Wow love this beautiful scenery! Rare 4rm point block! Where is your place and how much COV damage?

[Velarine 0]

The city view that captivated us; and our gal.

Shot taken from one of the rooms.

Will you be able to catch the fireworks view?

[Sandrababe 0]

Hi Velarine,

Cov is 60k and its at Whampoa. Yes we have fireworks view from all the bedrooms and living room.

[bbwoofie 0]

Hi All

Have been contemplating to start a T-blog on my house reno since it started beginning of this month... well. Procrastination is evil

This is our second house. Like our first house, hub laid similar criteria during house search for high floor, unblocked view, windy, convenient with amenities, bright, etc a very long list of expectations for future house. Of cos' I know this would come with a price. A hefty one, considering that it is a 38yo house and we have to revamp the house after buying it.

Anyway, we are glad that despite such a "stringent" criteria, we manage to find one that we both love after like 12 viewings. Heh. Since we have got a new born baby to keep us busy so we are really glad we din take too long to find that dream house.

To cut the story short. We have got our house keys on 20th Oct 12 and reno started on 28th Oct 12 after getting the permit from HDB. Its a 4 room point block that resemble the below layout, only difference is that the upgraded balcony (sorta full length windows) is located at the masterbed room and all the rooms come with full stretch windows panels.

So basically the whole house is full of windows....!

The challenge of this house is that, the toilets are really small! That means to say, no vanity top for me and only 1 shower at the bigger toilet. Good thing is, the previous owner has applied for a second WC so now we don't have to fight over toilet in times of urgency.

Also, there is no storeroom, a big issue for us as we have 2 young kids = lotsa barang to store!

Due to my time schedule with the kids, we din have the luxury to meet up with alot of IDs/contractors. The current ID is the 3rd one we spoke to.

Credit to a forumer, who is also my hub's colleague, we found our ID. He is J**** Tan from 3D Innovative. He is a rather busy person but despite that, will still try to meet our timing and requests whenever we needed him at the site. However, always in my mind lingers this question.... (not too sure if I'm too demanding) isn't the ID supposed to be at the site everyday?

Anyways. This is already our 1st month into reno. and we are now left with paint-works, cleaning, lightings installation and carpentary. Seems to be on track for our Mid Nov move in.

Hi , congrats on getting yr new house.

Wow, the timelime to complete your reno, is fast, considering u are revamping the whole house.

Mind sharing what u are doing and yr quote.

I just started my reno on 23Oct too. Can visit my T-blog.

Also revamping the whole house, and estimated completion is Mid Dec. Close to 8 weeks.

Hope to see more of yr reno pics .. Cheers!

[Velarine 0]

Hi Velarine,

Cov is 60k and its at Whampoa. Yes we have fireworks view from all the bedrooms and living room.

Wow, 60k is definitely worth it for this breath-taking view!!! Congrats! Awaiting more pictures!

[Sandrababe 0]

Hi , congrats on getting yr new house.

Wow, the timelime to complete your reno, is fast, considering u are revamping the whole house.

Mind sharing what u are doing and yr quote.

I just started my reno on 23Oct too. Can visit my T-blog.

Also revamping the whole house, and estimated completion is Mid Dec. Close to 8 weeks.

Hope to see more of yr reno pics .. Cheers!

Hi bbwoofie, thanks! Been busy lately hence the hiatus.

Will Pm u.

Congrats to you too. In fact we shd be using abt 6weeks to completion. So just 2 weeks difference.

[Sandrababe 0]

Wow, 60k is definitely worth it for this breath-taking view!!! Congrats! Awaiting more pictures!