Renovation Guides
Ace's Design
·4 min read
How to Read a Renovation Quotation in Singapore, Line by Line
What a Singapore renovation quotation should contain, how foot run and provisional sums work, the exclusions to look for, and how to compare two quotes fairly.
Ace's Design
·4 min read
Walk-In Wardrobe in an HDB Flat: Where It Fits and How to Plan It
Can an HDB flat take a walk-in wardrobe? The space it needs, three ways to find it, open versus closed storage in Singapore humidity, and built-in alternatives.
Ace's Design
·4 min read
Kitchen Countertops in Singapore: Quartz vs Sintered Stone, and the Alternatives
Quartz or sintered stone for your kitchen countertop? How each handles heat, stains and knocks, where compact laminate and solid surface fit, and how to choose.
Ace's Design
·5 min read
Kitchen Cabinet Design in Singapore: Carcass, Doors and the Details That Last
How to specify kitchen cabinets in a Singapore flat: carcass boards, door finishes, hardware, tall units and where the carpentry budget actually goes.
Ace's Design
·4 min read
Upcoming BTO Launches: 2026 Dates, Projects and What Comes Next
HDB’s 2026 BTO launches in one place: February, June and the upcoming November exercise, with towns, projects, flat counts and when to start planning.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
Bay Window Ideas for Singapore Homes, and the Rules to Know First
Bay window ideas for Singapore HDB flats and condos, from reading nooks to desks, plus what HDB and URA rules allow before you build or remove anything.
Ace's Design
·4 min read
Partition Walls in Singapore: Types, Costs and HDB Rules
Gypsum, block or glass: the partition walls you can build in an HDB flat or condo, what HDB allows without a permit, rough costs, and when a divider is better.
Ace's Design
·4 min read
HDB Ceiling Height and False Ceilings: What You Can Do
The standard HDB ceiling height is about 2.6m. How older and newer flats differ, the 2.4m false ceiling rule, and how to make a low ceiling feel taller.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
November 2026 BTO Launch: Renovation Guide
HDB’s last BTO exercise of 2026 has moved from October to November, with about 7,960 flats across six towns. What to plan for before your queue number comes up.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
HDB Renovation Permit and Guidelines 2026
What needs an HDB renovation permit in 2026, what is banned outright, the BTO 3-year bathroom rule, and the hours noisy works are allowed before hacking starts.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
HDB Resale Renovation Package: What S$30k, 50k and 80k Get You
Renovating a resale HDB flat? What a $30k, $50k and $80k renovation package realistically covers, and why resale costs more than a BTO at the same budget.
Ace's Design
·4 min read
Interior Design Fees Explained: Singapore Cost Guide
How much does interior design actually cost in Singapore? We break down the five fee models designers use, and costs that often hide outside the quote.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
Renovation Miscommunication in Singapore: How to Avoid It
Why doesn’t your renovation match what you approved? Here is how renovation miscommunication happens in Singapore, and the steps that actually prevent it.
Ace's Design
·2 min read
Interior Designer vs Contractor: What’s the Difference
Interior designer or renovation contractor? Here is what each role actually covers in Singapore, the real cost difference, and how to decide which you need.
Ace's Design
·4 min read
Resale HDB vs Condo Renovation: Rules in Singapore
Renovating a resale HDB flat and a condo in Singapore follow completely different rulebooks. Here is what actually changes, from permits to working hours.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
How to Choose the Right Interior Designer in Singapore
Not sure how to choose an interior designer in Singapore? Here is a practical framework covering portfolio fit, process, and the questions worth asking first.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
How Long Does an Interior Design Project Really Take?
Discover how long an interior design project really takes in Singapore. Get insights on timelines for BTO, resale HDB, and condo projects.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
CaseTrust & Qanvast SuperTrust: What Do These Renovation Accreditations Actually Mean for Singapore Homeowners
Discover what renovation accreditation Singapore means for homeowners. Learn about CaseTrust & Qanvast SuperTrust and how they protect you.
Ace's Design
·3 min read
What Should Be in Your Renovation Contract?
Ensure your renovation contract is clear and detailed to avoid disputes. Learn what a proper Singapore renovation contract should include.
Ace's Design
·5 min read
June 2026 BTO Launch: Renovation Guide | Berlayar & Bishan
HDB launched 6,952 BTO flats in June 2026, including Berlayar Rise and Lakeview Cascadia. Here's what successful applicants should know about planning their renovation. Here's what we do, what we've built, and what to ask us when you meet us.
Ace's Design
·2 min read
Meet Ace's Design at Qanvast Hangout June and August 2026 | Interior Design Singapore
Ace's Design is at the Qanvast Hangout on 27-28 June and 29-30 August 2026 Interior Design Singapore Here's what we do, what we've built, and what to ask us when you meet us.
Ace's Design
·6 min read
Best Renovation Materials for Singapore Homes (2026 Guide)
Which materials survive Singapore's humidity? A 2026 guide to flooring, walls, countertops and carpentry, what to invest in, and what to avoid.
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