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Creative DIY Mother’s Day gift using recycled Pond’s cream jar

Creative DIY Mother’s Day gift using recycled Pond’s cream jar

May 16, 2013
by carey
Home and Living, Life

When we were still kids, we used to give handmade gifts for Dad and Mom on special occasions, such as cards with cut-outs or drawings and handwritten notes. We relied a lot on creativity and resourcefulness to come up with a handmade gift as Mom encouraged us to make use…

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Bathroom design inspiration

Bathroom design inspiration

May 13, 2013
by carey
Home and Living

Having your own accommodation away from home is a blessing indeed. Nothing beats the convenience of staying in your own place, such as a condo unit or flat, instead of checking in a hotel or renting an apartment and adding up to your travel expenses. For instance, during my sister’s…

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Home renovation and cleanliness

Home renovation and cleanliness

May 12, 2013
by carey
Home and Living

One weekend we hosted a community dinner here at home. There were many guests who came, some were even unexpected but we’re thankful that the food was just enough for everybody. We were busy sprucing up the house, cleaning and arranging things before the big day. We could have changed…

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Incorporating swimming pools in landscape design

Incorporating swimming pools in landscape design

April 27, 2013
by carey
Design, Home and Living

I used to have a client for a residential design project and he tasked me to design his dream home-office. The lot was not really that spacious but I was able to fit in all his requirements for a two-storey building with an office connecting to the house. I also…

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Simple gardening tips and tricks

Simple gardening tips and tricks

April 15, 2013
by carey
Home and Living

Gardening is considered as an enjoyable form of therapy and hobby for some, especially for homebodies. It’s definitely one of life’s simple pleasures when nurturing plants and watching your garden grow. There are gardening basics that one needs to be familiar with – learning about soils, the appropriate gardening equipment…

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The art of illumination

The art of illumination

March 14, 2013
by carey
Art, Design, Home and Living

Creating a visually appealing atmosphere for a room not only involves spaces, furniture and décor. Lighting design plays an important role too and is based on factors such as room function, energy consumption, and over all visual effect. Working spaces such as offices require brighter illumination than art galleries and…

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Storage options for the extra stuff

Storage options for the extra stuff

March 2, 2013
by carey
Home and Living

Living in a condominium, flat or apartment has its pros and cons. For those who commute or drive many hours to and from their workplace, getting a condo ideally located nearby is the answer. For those on a budget, a studio-type or single bedroom unit is enough. However with the…

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Home design tips: Bathroom design and maintenance

Home design tips: Bathroom design and maintenance

February 22, 2013
by carey
Design, Home and Living

Having a functional and streamlined bathroom design is important, making it easier to clean the area and arrange stuff in a well-organized manner. One can get inspiration for an upcoming bathroom design project by browsing over a lot of residential and interior design resources, from books, magazines and websites. There…

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Handyman Dad

Handyman Dad

February 20, 2013
by carey
Home and Living

If you don’t find him in the garage or garden, he’s somewhere around the house tinkering with some tools or doing some carpentry work. That’s my Handyman Dad! And I have to thank him for recently installing a small cabinet and a towel bar in my bathroom wall. No wonder,…

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Home budget and financial concerns

Home budget and financial concerns

February 9, 2013
by carey
Home and Living, Life

Managing one’s finances can be a tough task. Most singles who are used to handling their own personal budget can attest to this. However, if you’re running a household of five, or even more, with kids still in school and lots of house bills to keep up, handling the family…

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Adding a personal touch to residential interior design

Adding a personal touch to residential interior design

January 19, 2013
by carey
Design, Home and Living

A home looks more inviting and appealing to its visitors when its furnishing and decors uniquely represent the style and personality of its owner. When it comes to residential interior design themes, whether it’s a one-bedroom condo unit owned by a student or a two-storey residence belonging to a large…

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On proper lighting

On proper lighting

January 9, 2013
by carey
Home and Living

For those who work long hours on their desks, adequate lighting is a must and a dimly lit desk is a big no-no. I realized this many years ago when my eyes hurt badly and this uncomfortable condition persisted for days; I had to stop wearing my contact lens to…

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Home design tips: Booking a design consultant

Home design tips: Booking a design consultant

December 11, 2012
by carey
Home and Living

If you’re planning some home renovation and feel like you’re running out of awe-inspiring creativity and grand ideas, then hiring a design consultant can be your best option. Design consultants are professional interior designers and architects who know their trade well, from the smallest details to creating the whole picture…

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A welcoming entry

A welcoming entry

December 7, 2012
by carey
Home and Living

When stepping inside homes and offices, what’s the immediate thing that you observe? Aside from its overall building design, the main door or the building’s entry point is what gives an initial impression to me, whether it’s a classic wooden front door of a cozy family home or a contemporary…

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Home design tips: Retractable awnings

Home design tips: Retractable awnings

December 6, 2012
by carey
Home and Living

Home improvement ideas are becoming more creative these days with the increase in building materials suppliers offering innovative design solutions. One can get inspired with the many design ideas from product showcases in furniture shops and home depots or simply browsing over online home improvement sites. For instance, what used…

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