IKEA launching 2017 catalogue, including new bicycle
IKEA is launching its 2017 catalogue and gave PropertyGuru a preview...
Continue Reading • 14 Aug 2016
Balcony living
Not everyone has the luxury of a balcony in their flat or condo, and those who do too often use it merely as a space to dry their laundry,...
Continue Reading • 22 Jul 2016
The American Club: A home away from home
SPECIAL ADVERTISING FEATURE: Imagine a refuge in the heart of the city where you and your family are always welcome, where there is a diverse range of programmes and activities for every member of the family,...
Continue Reading • 8 Jul 2016
Refined Living: Northern inspiration
Many Singaporeans favour interior design that feature modern Asian or European influences. But if you’d prefer something different, it’s worth considering Moroccan-style décor.
Continue Reading • 8 Jul 2016
English elegance
While modern, minimalistic interior design is popular here, there is no denying the old-world charm of English-inspired décor. We’re not talking about Singapore’s British colonial architecture, but styles that hark back to the Edwardian...
Continue Reading • 24 Jun 2016
5 distinctly Singaporean homes
With all the reminiscing we’ve done this issue, it’s time to take a walk down memory lane. These five quintessentially Singaporean homes capture the essence of local living, with iconic elements from the 1950s to the 1990s.
Continue Reading • 10 Jun 2016
Holiday at home
You may be too busy to fly off to the Caribbean for a holiday away from the city, you can still enjoy resort-style relaxation in your own home. Here are four real-life examples from which you can draw some inspiration.
Continue Reading • 27 May 2016
Letting the good fortune flow
It’s easy to associate fengshui with water. After all, the Chinese characters that make up the term literally translate to “wind” and “water”. It’s no surprise, then, water is...
Continue Reading • 27 May 2016
Mother’s Day gifts for the home
This Mother’s Day, IKEA has thought of gifts to make Mum’s living environment a more pleasant one. Whether she has a green thumb or loves travelling, you’re bound to find something she’ll appreciate. 1. Give the gift of growing with the recently launched ANVÄNDBAR series. Mums with green...
Continue Reading • 13 May 2016
The Hollandse Club: Idyllic charm in the city
Tucked away on Camden Road in Bukit Timah, the resort-style members’ club possesses a prominent Dutch heritage inviting to both young and old.
Continue Reading • 13 May 2016
ProperTips: How to save on your utilities bill
Energy conservation is all the rage these days, but you don’t have to be an environmentalist to want to do your part. Being more energy-conscious can also save you money. Here's how to be friendly to the environment and your wallet.
Continue Reading • 22 Apr 2016
5 home design tips to help minimise cleaning
Housework can be a real chore, especially in our humid climate. Here, we compile five home design tips to help you minimise the time and effort needed to keep your home clean, without compromising on cleanliness. 1. Skip dark colours if you are a clean freak If you are the sort who cannot...
Continue Reading • 22 Apr 2016
3 useful apps for homeowners
Technology plays a significant role in many aspects of our lives, and home ownership is no exception. Unsurprisingly, there are plenty of apps to help organise, decorate, and even increase security in homes. We pick out a few for you.
Continue Reading • 22 Apr 2016
5 great weekend escapes from Singapore
Our jobs pay our mortgages, but we need to take the occasional break from them. Here are five weekend destinations within easy reach of Singapore!
Continue Reading • 18 Apr 2016
Designing an elderly-friendly home
Moving into a new home with your elderly parents or grandparents? Then consider an elderly-friendly home design to help them get around easily. Here is a list of recommendations by the Building & Construction Authority (BCA)...
Continue Reading • 8 Apr 2016
New nature park opens off Chestnut Avenue
Chestnut Nature Park South, Singapore's sixth nature park, was officially opened by the National Parks Board (NParks) on Saturday, 2 April. Located at the eastern end of Chestnut Avenue...
Continue Reading • 2 Apr 2016
Clothes and kids: Decluttering children’s rooms
An uncluttered children’s bedroom sounds like an impossible dream, but it doesn’t have to be. And since wardrobes tend to be the most varied component in bedrooms, we’ve collaborated with IKEA...
Continue Reading • 24 Mar 2016
4 tips for small businesses to reduce costs
The cost of doing business as a new start-up can be daunting. Here are four quick tips to help you keep costs low, stay efficient and look good! Congratulations! You’ve decided to take the plunge, and start your own business! But after the initial high of being your own boss, it’s...
Continue Reading • 11 Mar 2016
Reading the signs
In view of the Lunar New Year and Valentine's Day, PropertyGuru teamed up with fengshui master Jet Lee, founder of geomancy consultancy Yi Culture, to give readers of all Chinese zodiac signs a glimpse into their fortune for the year of the monkey.
Continue Reading • 19 Feb 2016
8 bathroom designs to spruce up your home
If standard-issue apartment bathrooms aren’t your thing, make yours a stunning masterpiece worthy of even royalty. After all, if you’ve already spent a pretty penny on doing up the rest of your home, why neglect the bathroom? Here are eight impressive bathrooms from which you can draw...
Continue Reading • 19 Feb 2016