Home & Decor

FOCUS ON HIGH PORTABILITY Take a page from office furniture design and consider getting furniture fitted with castors. ID FUSE CONCEPT ID EHKA GET RID OF THE CLUTTER Take special care of cables and electronics, so you can reconfigure your space in a jiffy without tripping over wires. 99

DESIGN HERMANN YAP ZAKKA Is it even a legit design Japan during the ’50s to ’70s ZAKKA COMES FROM THE movement if it doesn’t have a but have since expanded to JAPANESE TERM KAKKA IN DE Japanese term? Zakka comes the mishmash of belongings ZAKKA WHICH TRANSLATES TO from the Japanese term kakka that spark joy in one’s home. in de zakka which translates to At best, zakka creates homes ‘MISCELLANEOUS THINGS’. ‘miscellaneous things’. The term with distinct personalities; at refers to Western household worst, it mutates into hoarding. items that were a novelty in Here’s how to do zakka right: 100

DESIGN HERMANN YAP IF YOU LE AVE A LI T TL E GOT THEM, BREATHING ROOM FLAUNT Balance the density of your items with open space so the THEM eyes get a visual break. Got a massive collection of toys, vinyls or novelty spoons? Instead of letting them languish in the storeroom or clutter up the home, make them a part of the decor by presenting them properly. ID THREE-D CONCEPTWERKE ID PARENTHESIS DON’T INDISCRIMINATE, C U R AT E Form a structure for your mishmash of belongings by organising them according to themes – colours, sizes or shapes – to create visual rhythm and a cohesive look. There are no strict rules; think of this as more of a guideline. text ASIH JENIE 101

F E AT U R E INTO THE OPEN Ten ideas for separating the spaces in your open-concept home for better spatial flow. Around for the longest time, open- concept homes have received a new lease on life, thanks to our addresses now being a primary place for gatherings. While they may look effortlessly bright and spacious, it takes lots of spatial planning to avoid having them become just a place with a jumble of furniture and other what-nots. Luckily, there are many ways in which you can demarcate areas while adding style and functionality. Here are our favourites. CARPETS If you like changing things up now and then, carpets or rugs are an excellent way to define a space while keeping things flexible. According to Shermaine Ong of MOW Interior, living rooms are the best place for a large carpet as it grounds the sofa and pulls an overall invitingly comfortable look together. TIP: Carpet runners are excellent for sprucing up empty corridors. 102

ID ENOCH 103

DESIGN PETER OW T WO -WAY S H E LV E S What have you done with all of the beautiful small pieces you’ve picked up over the years? Flexible and practical, two-way shelves, which can be custom- built or purchased individually, create display space while helping to divide a room, let light through and offer a peek into the space beyond. TIP: Mix and match bigger and smaller or taller and shorter pieces to create a layered look. ID WOODWORKS DESIGN TYCO TAT PLANTS HALF WALLS Probably the most flexible These act as an architectural option, plants are aesthetically- interest as they separate a space pleasing space dividers that even without closing it off from the clean the air around you. Hang light and views of the rest of a row of trailing ferns from the the home. They also provide ceiling or have potted plants a degree of privacy and can on stands of varying heights. If incorporate inset shelves or you’re going for living ones, do niches for books and other items consider their maintenance. without overwhelming the space. TIP: Ferns, succulents, bamboo TIP: Keep a half wall as is or palm trees, ficus and Swiss fill the top half with folding Cheese Plants, as well as some soundproof glass panels if you herbs, are surprisingly hardy in intend to use the space as a our weather. study area where you can also hold Zoom meetings. 104

“LIGHTING DESIGN ALLOWS SPECIFIC SPACES LIGHTING TO COME INTO FOCUS WHEN THE LIGHTS ARE This can anchor the look of a home and help separate ON. AMBIENT LIGHTING, FOR EXAMPLE, spaces. Large, visually IMPROVES THE SENSE OF WARMTH AND DEPTH commanding pendant lamps can serve as a focal point OF A SPACE DURING GET-TOGETHERS.” for a dining area while other areas can be distinguished – JOSEPH HO, SOL LUMINAIRE with track lighting. The degree of lighting can also separate spaces. For instance, you can have warmer, dimmer lighting for watching Netflix in the lounge and brighter lighting in the kitchen. TIP: Sol Luminaire’s AEON Globula and Voli have dim to warm qualities. AEON Globula AEON Voli ID BOWERMAN 105

106 ID EIGHTYTWO

OPEN-CONCEPT HOMES ENCOURAGE YOU TO CREATE UNIQUE AREAS, SECTION OFF COSY CORNERS AND EVEN COMBINE WHAT WOULD NORMALLY BE DIFFERENT ROOMS. P L AT F O R M S Installing a platform distinguishes different areas without calling too much attention to itself. It also adds a sense of scale to the design and a decorative touch that even makes a small room feel abundant or cosy and decadent. TIP: If you have space, try raising the floor level in an awkward nook and add storage beneath it to stash decor and party supplies. COLOUR BLOCKING ID WOLFWOOF This adds personality and lets you segment areas without having to spend too much. Simply choose different tiles, textures, furniture or wall colours. These can either be contrasting or subtle, allowing spaces to flow into each other. However, it’s best to stick to a maximum of two or three colours or patterns to keep the overall look cohesive. TIP: Juxtaposing contrasting colours in different blocks and shapes can give a room a brighter, more energetic appeal for gatherings. 107

ID SPONGE CEILING DESIGN Varying the ceiling design can change the visual ID MOW impression of a space. For example, having the living room ceiling, sometimes called the fifth wall, clad in panels helps to draw the eye upwards and immediately elevates it. You can also opt for cove lighting, which subtly outlines the ceiling at night. TIP: Painting the ceiling in a mood-enhancing hue also draws the eye upwards and makes a room feel and appear larger. KITCHEN COUNTERS Island and peninsula counters are a popular way to divide areas, especially between a kitchen and the rest of the home. The first is a stand-alone and the latter is connected to a wall or something else on one side. Besides providing extra storage and space for dining or working, they help to draw lines without visually commanding the area. TIP: Their surface needs to be kept clean and tidy. Any clutter will make them stand out – and not in a nice way. 108

“THE NOISE LEVEL TENDS TO BE HIGHER IN AN OPEN-CONCEPT HOME BECAUSE THERE IS HARDLY ANY SOUNDPROOFING. THERE IS STILL A NEED FOR PARTIALLY-DIVIDED AREAS.” – SHERMAINE ONG, MOW INTERIOR ROOM SEPARATORS DESIGN MARCUS ONG OR SCREENS Also known as feature panels, 109 and usually in sets of four to eight, screens offer partial privacy and some soundproofing. Just as importantly, they section off rooms in style. TIP: When shopping for screens, check the materials. Some are made from wood while others have paper-based panels that are translucent and easily prone to damage. text MELODY BAY

F E AT U R E THE ART OF LETTING GO The Singaporean Dream of home upgrading comes with a great responsibility of disposing of your items correctly, sustainably, and preferably profitably. Here are ways to do it. ID SPACE SENSE There are only so many CALL FOR HELP Make sure to read the fine items one can comfortably print on the list of acceptable fit inside one’s home. And Who are you going to call items because most estates if you subscribe to the core tenet depends on your type of housing impose a maximum number of Singaporean Dream of home and your preference. of items (usually up to three) upgrading, which is owning and size of items per removal progressively larger (or more ARE YOU AN HDB RESIDENT? (must be able to be removed by prestigious) properties during one person). This service does one’s lifetime, you will need to Congratulations, you are not include dismantling and master the art of letting go of entitled to a free bulky item removal of built-in fixtures. your items to make space for removal service – T&Cs apply. better things. And did you know Google “bulky item removal ARE YOU LIVING IN A PRIVATE that according to the Ministry service Singapore Town of the Environment and Water Council” and you’ll find Town HOUSING ESTATE? Resources (MEWR), at the rate Council websites detailing how that we are going, our one and to request the removal for free. Call your building management only landfill will run out of Find the one catering to your to find out if they offer bulky space by 2035? You can do better estate and submit your request. item removal service. You than just merely dumping your can also call the Public Waste unwanted items at the foot of Each Town Council may have Collector (PWC) serving your your block. Here are ways to different T&Cs, but generally, it estate. Take note that the dispose of your items correctly, requires at least three working removal of bulky items is not sustainably, and possibly days to process your request and included in the standard service profitably. a specific time during working provided by PWCs, charges will days to remove the items. incur, which can be negotiated Applications must also be made before the removal. by the resident of the unit. 110

DO YOU PREFER TO ENGAGE BE YOUR OWN SHOP bulk. So give them a call if you’re and wait for a match. Social moving places or upgrading and workers from 285 voluntary A PRIVATE LICENSED WASTE Harness the power of the have plenty of items in good welfare organisations also post internet and list your items condition to let go. requests for items that families COLLECTOR? online. Platforms like Carousell under their charge need. and Gumtree are great to Cash Converters buys Don’t have time to comply market to local buyers. Make electronic products and gives Run by volunteers at the with the various T&Cs for free sure you have great pictures and you instant cash. You can bring Singapore Council of Women’s removal services? Consider sufficient T&Cs and prepare to your items to any of the six Cash Organisations (SCWO), New2U hiring a private licensed waste take on the customer service Converters stores or, if you have Thrift Shop accepts clothes, collector. Junk to Clear has role. If you don’t require bulky or plenty of items, you books, toys, bags and even the best online review for anonymity, simply post to your can request a housecall via its kitchen crockery and utensils to residential waste management Facebook and Instagram to list web form. Items with its original sell in the shop. The proceeds service thanks to its same- your items and set the privacy to packaging and warranty cards go to Star Shelter, a temporary day service. Alternatively, the according to your comfort level. may fetch a higher price. refuge for women and children National Environment Agency who are victims of violence, (NEA) has a comprehensive list SELLING TO REPUTABLE SHOPS GOING ONCE, GOING TWICE as well as to other SCWO of licensed waste collectors. initiatives. Donations can be Google ‘list of licensed general Singapore has no shortage of To some degree, auctioning dropped off any day (including waste collectors in Singapore’; excellent vintage furniture your items is a gamble. It could weekends and public holidays) the NEA list is the first shops, and some of them are be a great way to get more cash from 9am to 8pm. non-ad result. actively looking to buy. for your items, but if you’re not careful, you may end up paying The Salvation Army is WHERE TO SELL Second Charm takes items to get rid of your items, so make arguably the most familiar name with vintage value like retro sure to read the fine prints. in the donation initiative. But The most obvious choice to solid wood and mid-century did you know that it has a free both clear some space and pieces, and pays according to eBay is an open market, collection service for bulky make money. Depending on their value appraisal. low-risk platform where you can items like furniture and large how much time and patience start small and limit the buyers appliances? To request for you have in offloading your Hock Siong specialises in by country or locations. collection, email donor@SMM. items for cash, here are some restoring old furniture and salvationarmy.org with a brief alternatives. homeware, and prefers to buy in If you prefer a more curated description of the items you and contained auction house, try wish to donate, your collection PLATFORMS LIKE CAROUSELL AND GUMTREE offering your items to Hotlotz, address and contact number. ARE GREAT TO MARKET TO LOCAL BUYERS. which offer professional written Although the service is free, it MAKE SURE YOU HAVE GREAT PICTURES AND valuations and sale by auction. appeals for an optional donation SUFFICIENT T&CS AND PREPARE TO TAKE ON of $60 for each collection. WHERE TO DONATE THE CUSTOMER SERVICE ROLE. For those who are not Sometimes you just want your bothered by the lack of items to find a new home and anonymity, Sgfreecycle is a be of use to more people. But Facebook group where you can remember, your donation post what you want to give away should not burden the people for people to respond to. No you gave your items to, so do items are too small, and you set your research. all the T&Cs. Pass It On is an online Humanitarian Organisation platform Started by the Central Singapore Community for Migration Economics Development Council (HOME) is a charity dedicated and managed by welfare to empowering and supporting organisation The Helping Hand abused migrant workers. It that matches items that people accepts donations of women’s want to donate to the wish clothing, unopened food or lists of people who need them. toiletries and craft items such Simply make a donation post as sewing machines, paints and with images and descriptions drawing materials. of the items you’d like to donate text ASIH JENIE images 123RF.COM 111

F E AT U R E 112

SMART MOVES Optimise your study with these productivity tips and expert feng shui advice. 1. M A K E S U R E YO U H AV E 2. K E E P YO U R P LE NTY O F LI GH T. ROOM COOL. Lighting is essential when Studies have shown that it comes to preventing eye temperature can have a strain and headaches. Natural significant impact on your light is best, so ensure your concentration and memory. The window treatments allow optimal temperature for focused sufficient daylight through. In work is 23 to 25 deg C. While this the evenings, you’ll need both varies between individuals, it’s general and task lighting. Opt for generally agreed that a working warm white, which best mimics space that is too warm can natural daylight. be most detrimental, causing alertness and energy levels to plummet. Keep your study cool with air-conditioning or a standing fan next to your desk. ID DISTINCTIDENTITY 113

ID PSI 3. A I M F O R A 5. FAC E YO U R C L U T T E R - F R E E S T U DY. D E S K AWAY F R O M A clean study helps the mind to DISTRACTIONS. focus. Keep essentials organised on your desk. The rest of the One of the best places to position clutter should be stored out of your desk is next to a window. It sight. It’s also a good habit to set ensures sufficient natural light and aside time for tidying your study air circulation. However, veteran after you complete your work. feng shui practitioner Liu Tian This simple routine ensures that Huang cautions against placing you start each day on a fresh, young children directly in front distraction-free note. of the window as it can result in distractions. Similarly, avoid 4. O P T I M I S E T H E placing your desk too close to high- traffic places like a doorway. A I R   Q UA L I T Y. ID EGG3 Feeling sleepy? That could be due to poor ventilation. Maintain constant air circulation in your study with a fan and open window. Alternatively, invest in an air purifier that helps to filter out allergy-causing particles and microbes. The best ones have a HEPA filter, which can trap harmful particles such as pollutants, pollen, pet dander, dust mites and tobacco smoke. 114

“[MOUNTAINS AND LAKES] ARE A REPRESENTATION OF KNOWLEDGE, WISDOM AND PROBLEM-SOLVING.” – LIU TIAN HUANG, FENG SHUI PRACTITIONER AND AUTHOR ID PARENTHESIS 6. S P R U C E U P YO U R 7. S C E N T YO U R S PAC E . Fragrances like peppermint and citrus can WALLS WITH ARTWORK. improve concentration and lift the spirits, making it easier to focus on your tasks. Add scent to your In feng shui, paintings depicting study in the form of a low-maintenance reed or mountain and lake sceneries are electric diffuser. We like the V-Stop Airshield range good in a study as they symbolise of sanitising concentrates for their fragrance as academic excellence. “They are well as antibacterial and antiviral properties. a representation of knowledge, wisdom and problem solving,” says Tian Huang, who is also the author of a bestselling Mandarin book, whose title translates to Mastering Eight Characters: Practical Case Studies. 115

“AVOID PLANTS THAT HAVE AN OVERLY STRONGID MONOCOT STUDIO SCENT OR ARE SHARP AND POINTY, LIKE CACTI. THEY CREATE NEGATIVE ENERGY (SHA QI).” – LIU TIAN HUANG 8. A D D P L A N T S . Adding greenery instantly enlivens your study or home office. Shop for low- maintenance plants that don’t require frequent watering. For the feng shui-conscious, Tian Huang suggests the plum blossom, orchid, bamboo and chrysanthemum or chamomile. In Chinese culture, these are associated with qualities of uprightness and perseverance. Artwork depicting these plants work just as well. 9. PA I N T YO U R S T U DY 10. I N V E S T I N P R O P E R IN A CALMING SHADE. ERGON OMIC SUP PO RT. Colours set the tone and Avoid aches and strains by mood of a space. In a study, ensuring your furniture gives where calmness for a focused you adequate support. This state of mind is needed, it’s means adjusting your desk recommended that you use height or adding a laptop stand tranquil, earthy tones such as so that your screen is at eye pale green and eggshell blue. level for comfortable viewing, as well as investing in a chair Stimulating colours, like with good lumbar support. red, are great for promoting We like the Secretlab creativity, but should be used SoftWeave Black3 chair. It’s sparingly and mindfully. Lynn made with a cool, breathable Lee, senior product specialist fabric and customisable from Nippon Paint, advises ergonomics that can be balancing strong colours with adjusted to your height. a neutral palette of whites and greys. Not sure how the finish text MELODY BAY will look? The Nippon Colour Visualiser app can help you envision the outcome. Simply take a snapshot of your space and the app will “paint” your walls for you. 116

WHERE TO BUY BANG & OLUFSEN HUMANITARIAN NEW2U THRIFT SHOP THE BEURO #01-05 Grand Hyatt ORGANISATION 96 Waterloo Street #03-10 10-12 Scotts Road FOR MIGRATION Tel: 6837-0611 Tan Boon Liat Tel: 6737-7500 ECONOMICS (HOME) www.scwo.org.sg Building www.bang-olufsen. www.home.org.sg www.new2u9. Tel: 6222-4500 com wixsite.com/ www.thebeuro.com JOURNEY EAST new2uonlineshop CAROUSELL #03-02 Tan Boon THE SALVATION ARMY www.carousell.sg Liat Building PASS IT ON SINGAPORE 315 Outram Road 819 Upper Serangoon www.salvationarmy. CASH CONVERTERS Tel: 6473-1693 Road org/singapore www.cashconverters. www.journeyeast.com Tel: 8511-9160 sg www.passiton.org.sg INTERIOR JUNK TO CLEAR DESIGNERS EBAY #01-14 SOUL AND TABLES www.ebay.com.sg 8 Kaki Bukit Road 2 315 Outram Road, IMAGINE SK66 Tel: 6749-2306 #02-03, Tan Boon #01-22 UB One GRAFUNKT www.junktoclear. Liat Building, 81 Ubi Ave 4 #04-01 to 06 com.sg Singapore 169074 Tel: 6604-8330 Funan Mall Tel: 9272-1545 https://imaginesk66. 107 North Bridge LOUIS VUITTON www.soulandtables. com Road ISLAND MAISON com.sg Tel: 6336-6046 #B2-36 SAOTA www.grafunkt.com Bayfront Avenue, SECOND CHARM ARCHITECTURE & Marina Bay Sands #05-165 Mapletree DESIGN GUMTREE Tel: 6788-3888 Industrial Building www.saota.com www.gumtree.sg ap.louisvuitton.com Blk 21 Kallang Avenue Tel: 6294-2919 THREE-D HOCK SIONG MADE & MAKE www. CONCEPTWERKE #01-03 Junjie #04-00 Jubilee secondcharmhome. 24 Eng Hoon Street Industrial Building Industrial Building com Tel: 6293-8001 153 Kampong Ampat 6 Genting Road www.three-d- Tel: 6281-8338 Tel: 6908-5908 SGFREECYCLES conceptwerke.com www.hocksiong.com. www.madeandmake. www.facebook.com/ sg sg groups/sgfreecycle HOTLOTZ MOUNTAIN LIVING SPACE FURNITURE #01-15 Cendex #07-02 77 Bencoolen Street Center Tan Boon Liat Tel: 6415-0000 120 Lower Delta Road Building www.spacefurniture. Tel: 6254-7616 315 Outram Road com.sg www.hotlotz.com www.mountainliving. com 117

BUYING GUIDE YOUR ONE-STOP RESOURCE FOR PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ELECTRICAL & FURNITURE, SPACE FURNITURE MOW INTERIOR DESIGN RENOVATION ELECTRONICS APPLIANCES 77 Bencoolen Street #08-02 Tai Seng Point MATERIALS & FURNISHINGS www.spacefurniture. 11 Irving Place ACORN com.sg Tel: 6246-6614 CAESARSTONE S.E.A. #02-09 HARVEY NORMAN www.mowinterior.com #08-06 The Spire 512 Chai Chee Lane #01-59 to 63 STAR LIVING 10 Bukit Batok Tel: 6445-6144 Millenia Walk 1 Pasir Panjang Road NEU KONCEPTZ Crescent www.acorn Tel: 6311-9988 Tel: 6273-2522 #03-11 Bizhub 28 Tel: 6316-1938 ceilingfan.com www.harveynorman. www.starliving. 28 Senang Crescent www.caesarstone.sg com.sg com.sg Tel: 6746-3723 BRANDT ASIA www.neukonceptz. COSENTINO #02-51/52 FURNITURE XZQT com.sg 34/35 Duxton Road Oxley Bizhub & FURNISHINGS #01-05 Tel: 6713-9543 65 Ubi Road One 8 Pandan Crescent THREE-D www.cosentino.com Tel: 6508-4639 HOME 2 U GALLERY Tel: 6774-8031 CONCEPTWERKE www.brandt.sg #02-719/720 www.xzqt.com.sg 24 Eng Hoon Street DURAVIT ASIA Suntec City Tower 4 Tel: 6293-8001 (Singapore Branch) EFENZ CEILING FAN Tel: 6737-7838 INTERIOR www.three-d- 63 Tras Street #06-01 DESIGNERS conceptwerke.com Tel: 6221-9315 1 Kallang Way 2A MUJI www.duravit.com Tel: 6747-2742 #02-198 Vivocity DESIGN INTERVENTION www.efenz.com.sg Tel: 6376-8023 75E Loewen Road LIGHTING HAFARY www.muji.com/sg Tel: 6506-0920 105 Eunos Avenue 3 ELECTROLUX S.E.A. www.design LIGHTCRAFT Tel: 6250-1368 #07-10 Galaxis ROCHE BOBOIS intervention.com.sg 131 Jalan Sultan www.hafary.com.sg 1 Fusionopolis Place #01-02 Tel: 6297-6658 Tel: 6727-3699 Boon Siew Building DWELL INTERIOR www.lightcraft.com.sg NATURAL FOREST www.electrolux.com. 75 Bukit Timah DESIGN #10-01B sg Tel: 6513-1918 11 Kim Yam Road SOL LUMINAIRE Keck Seng Tower www.roche-bobois. Tel: 6883-1005 395 Guillemard Rd 133 Cecil Street FISHER & PAYKEL com www.dwell.com.sg Tel: 6612-1221 Tel: 6238-5920 #03-01A Ubi Biz Hub www.solluminaire. 150 Ubi Avenue 4 SCANTEAK HAIRE LIVING com.sg NOVITA Tel: 6547-0100 60 Sungei Kadut Drive Level 4 #04-00 www.fisherpaykel. www.scanteak.com.sg 29 Mayo Street Techniques Building com/sg Tel: 6441-3345 8 Tagore Drive www.haireliving.com www.novita.com.sg IMAGINE BY SK66 TIMPLEX #01-22 UB One #01-13 81 Ubi Avenue 4 18 Sin Ming Lane Tel: 6604-8330 Tel: 6898-1120 www.imaginebysk66. www.timplex.sg com 118

HERE Trends, updates, quick FOR YOU tips, solutions, #lifehacks, recipes… we’ve got them 24/7 all at your fingertips! Discover our newly redesigned website that combines simplicity and style for great reads! Find Us Anytime At www.womensweekly.com.sg @thesingaporewomensweekly

HARD TRUTH WHAT’S If you’ve been feeling less Put things away when you can photo 123RF TRENDING than great about the state but don’t feel like you have to & WHAT of your home over the last devote many weekend hours WE THINK year, you’re not alone. The year to tidying up, especially when 202o had us scrambling to that time can be better spent GOING WITH adjust to the new normal and relaxing or being with family. THE FLOW to establish new boundaries in such a short time. It’s little ACCEPT THAT NOT ALL WILL 120 wonder that housework even made it to the top of our GET DONE ON TIME priorities list. It’s easy to assume that just This is why we’re entering because we have more time at 2021 with a new attitude that home, chores should get done embraces the mishmash of but what we often forget is that things that makes up our lives it’s not just about the time, instead of constantly trying but managing one’s energy as to edit it. This means allowing well. Things like working from messes now and then and home, taking care of the kids forgiving ourselves for not and planning meals are major getting all the chores done or energy-draining tasks, so it’s having a perfectly curated, forgivable if you’ve not done any Pinterest home. cleaning despite being home all day. Show yourself some This concept is not new. kindness, look at your to-do The Japanese call it zakka. list as a guideline rather than Loosely defined as “miscellany a mandate and accept that not that improves our lives”, it everything will be done by the is a more relaxed attitude end of the day. towards one’s home and life. One might even call it the ACCEPT THAT YOUR HOME next step in the evolution of Konmari because it’s still about IS GROWING AND CHANGING having things that spark joy while acknowledging that we WITH YOU need not control everything. The following mindset tips Nobody’s home looks like should help you embrace this the ones on Pinterest. Those new attitude. pictures are usually taken right after redecorating. It’s EMBRACE THE MESS far more likely that your home has accumulated bits and bobs Even for the most fastidious, such as travel souvenirs, your a spotless home isn’t always partner’s cherished items and possible, especially if you have ornaments friends and family more people spending time in have given you. it. Everywhere you look, there’ll be something to clear up – These may not all fit the unfolded laundry, toys on the original aesthetic you had in floor, mugs on your desk, ... mind when you first designed your home but that’s okay. Here’s my advice: don’t beat Ultimately, it is always growing yourself up for not having a with you and a well lived-in perfectly tidy, Konmari’d home. home is an expression of a well- lived life. It doesn’t have to be Pinterest-worthy.

JOIN THE NEW HOMEOWNERS CLUB NOW! Sign up for a comprehensive guide on buying and creating your new home. www.homeanddecor.com.sg homeanddecor.singapore homeanddecor_sg homeanddecorsg