Civilco Construction & Interior

Often, we see recessed walls in our homes as an inconvenience, similar to a dental cavity that needs to be filled. But instead of plastering it over, consider alternative design solutions that turn this structural imperfection into something useful or even beautiful. Sip tipples with a home bar The recessed wall was turned into a home bar in this home, complete with individual storage pockets for wine bottles, glass racks for keeping wine glasses and a slice of table space for making drinks. Design: 3D Innovations Store more with shelves This tiny bedroom incorporated shelves in the recessed wall, turning an awkward nook into practical storage. Shelves were wrapped in the same warm-hued woodgrain laminate to the platform bed, so it feels like a complete set. Design: 19EightyThree Display your collectibles with a glass rack You don’t feel the imperfection of the recessed wall in this living room, thanks to the usage of a full-height, custom-made glass rack covering it. Fl

I t’s fun to think outside the box when decorating your home for spring. Or in this case, it’s fun to think outside the vase :). What could be prettier than a simple spring bouquet? A pretty spring bouquet in a basket! Grab some tulips or any blooming flowers from a local farmer’s market or store (I got mine at Trader Joe’s) and a basket (mine is this large hanging wall basket) . If you have fresh flowers (rather than bulbs or potted plants) you’ll want to put a drinking glass or vessel inside the basket to hold water and then place the stems in the container. I actually put TWO mason jars inside mine, they aren’t too wide so they help the flowers to stand up better, too. If you’re using blooming spring bulbs or plants (which is good because they will last longer!), line your basket with plastic before setting the plants inside. Tulips tend to have a mind of their own, so they will flop whatever way they want to, they don’t have to be perfectly arranged! I think that’s part of

Want to elevate the lowest level of your home? Don’t overlook these details when planning your basement renovation. ( Above ) Tracy and Gordon’s basement remodel added living space to their small footprint There are multiple benefits of flipping a dark (and possibly damp) basement into an actual living space. For starters, a basement renovation can add a lot of square footage to your home, as well as resale value. Plus, remodeling a basement provides families with revitalized spaces for entertaining loved ones, working from home, or relaxing. In order to plan your basement remodel efficiently, you’ll need to manage several key factors. Details like current ceiling height, local egress regulations, and insulation needs will influence how long your basement renovation timeline will be, and how much it will cost. Average costs for a basement remodel Good news: On average, investment in a basement renovation adds value to a property. Sweeten general contractors have worked on base

Released during the Feb 2021 Sales Launch, McNair Heights is situated along a busy Balestier Road in the Kallang/Whampoa district. If you’ve ever wanted to live the high life, this BTO is it—two of its three blocks are 40 storeys tall! This analysis will show you an overview of the BTO and help you decide on the best units to pick if you balloted for a unit there. Overview of McNair Heights Location Along Balestier Road No. of blocks 3 Highest floor 24 to 40 Total no. of units 626 Types of units 2-, 3- and 4-room units Public transportation Nearest MRT: Boon Keng (along the North-East Line) Bus stop along McNair Road and bus stops along Balestier Road: Goes to town and neighbourhoods like Aljunied, Bedok, Marymount, Ang Mo Kio, Redhill, Bouna Vista and Tiong Bahru Drivers’ convenience Easy access to CTE (just down Balestier Road) Surrounding amenities Approx. 13-min walk to City Square Mall, Whampoa Drive Makan Place, and Bendemeer Market and Food