Achieving balance is one of the most important things in design. We had three objectives when tasked with transforming this kitchen. We had to affect a modern look that was not overdone. It had to be simplistic, basic, and functional – yet not losing form and beauty.  Not wild, nor subtle, this was a child that had to be tamed neutral – and thus the team when to work and created a work of natural art.

Zen is the feeling of inner peace and calm, a spiritual state where the heart, the mind and the soul connect upon a level beyond our states. Eco, mind you not just a word thrown in here, was used to connect to an idea of nature and responsibility. In the end, we had a natural feel to our toilet, one that created an inner peace and calm to whoever walked into its space and basked within its strangely soothing lights.

As toilets go, they are one of the most important places in the household. Everyone needs one, everyone has one in their house – and who is to say that this critical place in the home must be spared the brush. As design goes, one of the first places anyone should be looking at is the toilet, or as more aptly put in other cultures – ‘the throne room.’ We wanted to keep this toilet looking fantastic and welcoming, yet modern and functional – a challenge nonetheless for us.

Back to basics, less is more. We kept this firmly within our minds when attempting to create a minimalist bedroom that did not spare that extra touch of class and beauty that we have come to make as part of our interior design D.N.A. Modern – using immaculate whites and earth tones for a warm room with contemporary design features. Minimalist – basic colours, classy touch of lighting make this a simple walk in the park.

Road trip! When we heard that we were going to jet to Shanghai for the World Expo, we were all a buzz with excitement! This was certainly something we could not miss, with the modern, burgeoning city as a backdrop to one of the most breath-taking displays of creativity and design; it was set to be a trip to remember. Excitement and anticipation filled our veins before the trip, during and was palpable even as we remembered it.

The city was just full of surprises. It was amazing! So many different exhibitions on urban civilizations came together in what can be called panache of sight, sound and breath taking creativity! Our designers were inspired by some of the unconventional designs in the Expo.

As we navigated the labyrinth of exhibits at the Shanghai Expo, things just got better and better as there was always something new around every corner! We were definitely inspired by the design concepts from each and every country, and would definitely make use of them in our designs here in Singapore!

In appreciation of the contributions and efforts of the Chew Interior Design Family, we held our staff day in Universal Studios @ Resorts World Sentosa. Travelling to the southern islands of Singapore, we felt an impending sense of adventure as the iconic Universal globe drew closer within our sights.

Gathered together as one big family under the morning sunshine of Singapore’s all-year-round summer, we put on our postcard smiles against the backdrop of the Universal globe and snapped one shot for the picture books.

Reno-V

Reno-V, the latest renovation programme on Suria is specially brought together by Chew Interior Design. The programme touches on the renovation efforts by Chew Interior Design to benefit and improve the lives of 3 welfare organizations i.e. Ain Society, Pertapis Children’s Home, Pertapis Senior Citizen Fellowship Home. The programme highlights how quality interior design and renovation can create a positive environment for the beneficiaries and help improve their standard of living.

Suria Hosts Fadhlur and Nora

The renovation at Ain Society is going smoothly with the feature wall and other features being installed by Chew Interior Design.

Fadhlur and Nora prepares for the unveiling of the newly renovated spaces with eager anticipation. However, before they could surprise the staff at Ain Society, the surprise is on them as they are tasked to organize the first talk to be held in the newly renovated room.

After successfully transforming Ain Society’s empty office area into a vibrant multi-function space conducive for motivational seminar activities and other classes, Nora and Fadhlur are raring to go for their second mission. As it turns out the second mission is going to be more challenging than the first.

In the second installation of renovations at the Pertapis Senior Citizen’s Fellowship Home, the new look for the toilets designed by the Chew Interior team is taking shape. The new tiles are being installed, replacing the worn out and broken ones.

While the toilet accessories are being fixed, Fadhlur chooses to surprise Nora and the residents by inviting two celebrity chefs, Chef Bob and Chef Khaled. Chef Bob and Chef Khaled spend the afternoon demonstrating the preparation of dishes specially for the residents while chatting and interacting with them.

The team has come to their final destination for this leg of Reno-V. Their destination is Pertapis Children’s Home and the mission is to renovate both the boy’s and girl’s dorms.

Located at Kovan Road (off Yio Chu Kang Road), Pertapis Children’s Home is also a program under the Pertapis umbrella of welfare services. Pertapis Children’s Home vision is driven by its aspiration to “nurture and develop our children to be responsible adults” and its mission is to “provide a loving and wholesome home for the emotional, social, physical, educational and spiritual development of the children who have been separated from their families so as to enable them to their full potential”.

In the last episode of Reno-V, the renovation that is taking place in Pertapis Children’s Home is being completed. The laminate flooring in the girls’ dormitory has been installed, new curtains are put up and all the beds have been moved in to the newly renovated dormitories.

The children in Pertapis receive a surprise visit by the popular group Sleeq, who spends the day performing and interacting with them.

Mood Rings, Lava Lamps, Monkey Lights, Glowing Crystals. The human race is absolutely astounded by lights and colours and this phenomenon of ‘mood lighting’ has crept its way into even the most humblest of living rooms – transforming an ordinary living space into enchanting experiences. Recently, lighting giant Phillips collaborated with the top design companies and creatives in Singapore to create a breathtaking experience of ‘oo’s and aa’s’ – and of course, Chew Interior designers were on hand to show visitors our brand of magic.

While there are many reasons why we do what we do – the love for art, working in unique spaces, creating something spectacular, transforming houses into homes, none of us here at Chew Interior can deny the feeling we get when our customers are happy. It’s the genuine buzz we feel when we know we have made a difference in someone’s life; it may even be just a small impact, but it really reminds us why we are in this business in the first place.

Launched amidst much fanfare on 16/9/2011, the gallery turns the spotlight on experimental designs that fulfil both aesthetic and practical functions. The study, for example, boasts a tree-shaped bookshelf, exemplifying the term “tree of knowledge” while adding visual impact to the room. Equally striking is the dynamic kitchen set-up complete with LED lights and craggy angles on the ceiling and faceted island counter.

Tasteful, stylish and very relaxing, the newly refurbished residence was featured in Lookbox’s recent editorial. As for us, we’re just glad we could help our client turn their house into a home.

The scorching heat was no deterrent for Chew Interior’s tried-and-true patrons. The gallery was packed with both young and old, gawking at the different concepts showcased.  Ms Kimberly Lim, a fan of Chew Interior’s work for 4 years says “This has got to be one of the most impressive furniture gallery I’ve ever been to. Every fixture is state-of-the-art and the designs are so contemporary and fresh”.

Photos of Our New Gallery Opening at Toh Guan

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ST Run is organised by The Sraits Times as part of the Straits Times Appreciates Readers (Star) series to engage its readers and the community. The event is in collaboration with the National Parks (NParks) Board, which is commemorating “50 Years of Greening Singapore.

Chew Interior is proud to be one of the sponsors for this event.  Click here to find out more!

Ubah Segalanya is a unique home renovation programme that takes a new twist on the standard home renovation shows by giving families in need a holistic makeover to change their lives in the long term. Watch how Chew Interior’s team helped the families to renovate their home for a better living.

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