10 Next-Level BTO Flats with Renovations That Cost Over $100K

Generous budgets, gorgeous makeovers.

As the saying goes, you get what you pay for. So, while BTO renovations average between $52,000 to $66,000, some homeowners are willing to pay a premium for a home that stands out from the rest – even if it comes at a price tag of $100,000 and up!

Curious to see how such 6-figure renovations look? Keep reading!

Waterway Sunrise I 5-Room BTO | Reno cost: $100,000

Is this really a BTO flat? This 5-room flat in Punggol, with its bold, industrial-inspired design with its playful Pac-Man influences, would make anyone question the fact!

The owners went all out with the theme – like the household shelter concealed with a ‘vending machine’ door and the living area turned ‘ship container’, with its corrugated metal look that stretches from wall to ceiling.

The entertainment space features tiled wording on the floor that invites the owners to game – true to its Pac-Man theme – while the master bedroom has a semi-open wardrobe system that is consistent with the industrial leaning of the home.

Peek into the dark bathroom and you’ll find Pac-Man in tiled form: a feature that is very labour-intensive as it requires precise tile cutting.

With all these details and large-scale changes, it’s no wonder the renovation cost $100,000!

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Tampines GreenCourt BTO | Reno cost: $100,000

This 5-room BTO in Tampines embraces a minimalist design that pairs off-whites with wood tones, alongside soft furnishings and light features with an organic look.

Though it might seem such minimalist looks won’t rack up costs, they often involve concealing eyesores like wiring and pipes with carpentry and false ceiling features, which are pricey.

For a spacious and airy feel, the living area was expanded by combining a junior bedroom.

The choice of wooden slat doors to close off both the corridor and the living area help to keep that sense of airiness since they still let light pass through the gaps.

The simple aesthetic – which doesn’t overlook practicality – is consistent throughout the home. Case in point: the choice of minimal upper cabinets in the kitchen and the shower ledge in the bathroom that doubles as a seat.

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Tampines GreenVines 5-Room BTO | Reno cost: $110,000

This 5-room BTO in Tampines is bound to make an impression with its dark palette – a look that was $110,000 in the making.

Interestingly, the living area is an enclosed retreat, complete with sliding doors, dark walls for the ultimate moody atmosphere, and an impressive sound system setup.

Adding to its charm is its ceiling feature that resembles a mini city model made of Lego blocks (but upside down).

The long, open-concept kitchen is surely any cooking enthusiast’s dream, offering ample countertop space and lots of storage.

While the rooms were kept intact – a good idea for future proofing – one room was converted into a home gym.

If you’re considering a dark look for your home, this is the sign you were waiting for.

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Tampines GreenSpring 5-Room BTO | Reno cost: $120,000

This 5-room BTO in Tampines is the perfect marriage of Japanese and Scandinavian design, with neutral tones of white and wood creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.

A great deal of work was done to conceal the home’s seamless look with nary a sight of wiring or trunking.

In the living room, a curved settee stretches along the windows while the simple TV feature wall contributes to the minimalist look of the space.

Meanwhile, the kitchen is separated into dry and wet spaces: the two-tier fluted dining island in particular stands out, with one tier for food prep and serving, while the other works as a proper dining spot.

The bedrooms follow suit with functional yet stylish touches, such as a vanity integrated into the wardrobe and a clean, wood-look headboard that enhances the cosy vibes.

We can certainly picture ourselves winding down in this home!

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Clementi Peaks BTO | Reno cost: $120,000

This modern Clementi BTO embraces a moody palette with wood tones. In particular, one feature that stands out is how they owners didn’t stop at the walls when it came to the wood panelling: it goes all the way up to the ceiling and visually connects with the curtain pelmet for a seamless look.

Look closer and you’ll see that the corridor entrance to the rooms is cleverly concealed with wooden carpentry, maintaining a streamlined, spacious feel.

In the open-concept kitchen, a two-tier island doubles as a dining and prep area, complemented by a dry pantry equipped with a sleek power track for appliances.

The master bedroom boasts a galley-style walk-in wardrobe with a mirrored end, adding both functionality and flair.

With all this custom carpentry and other considerations like the extensive cladding of surfaces from floor to ceiling and false ceiling works, it’s no surprise that the renovation cost added up to $120,000.

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Rivervale Shores 5-Room BTO | Reno cost: $120,000

This 5-room BTO in Sengkang is a contemporary space that blends neutral tones with fine touches like stone countertops/backsplashes for understated elegance.

The renovation included works such as flooring, hacking, and custom carpentry for a total cost of $120,000.

A highlight is the long island outside the closed kitchen. If that isn’t enough, there’s a dedicated dining space backed by a full-height dry pantry, providing a handy storage and prep space.

Head further in to find the two junior bedrooms which were combined to create a versatile study and relaxation area closed off with glass doors that let light through and brighten up the space.

Another interesting detail in this home is how the bathrooms are done up with contrasting colours.

The master bathroom has a dark, moody vibe while the common bathroom features textured green wall tiles and geometric floor tiles for a lighter atmosphere.

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Boon Lay Glade 5-Room BTO | Reno cost: $130,000

You could have fooled us if you told us this was a condo!

The home’s modern luxe aesthetic blends contemporary and modern design elements, like the veined marble finishes and metallic accents that pair with the intricate custom carpentry.

In the kitchen, which can be closed off with framed fluted glass doors, there is a mix of visually open storage and closed cabinets.

The master bedroom, with its custom wardrobes and subtle fluted panel detailing has a cosy, hotel-like vibe.

Every detail, from the lighting to the tiling, was carefully chosen to turn this BTO flat into a stylish retreat – and also explains the $130,000 renovation cost.

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West Scape @ Bukit Batok BTO | Reno cost: $135,000

With a $135,000 renovation, this BTO in Bukit Batok combines a mix of modern styles with vintage charm, like the wagon wheel lights above the spacious dining table with LED ‘candles’.

A neat dry pantry built in a recessed niche next to the dining table, framed by glass doors, offers a peek into its contents while keeping the space organised.

The spacious, open-concept kitchen has a rarely-seen U-shaped counter layout, with one edge that doubles as a peninsula for seating – perfect for some company while the cook whips up some meals.

As for the master bedroom, it has a built-in wardrobe with glass doors and customised compartments for easy organisation.

Even the bathroom sports a grand look, with a hexagonal shower design (which is also space-saving), warm lighting and gold accents for the hardware in the space.

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Tampines GreenGem 5-Room BTO | Reno cost: $139,000

Another home that had a total makeover, this 5-room BTO in Tampines with its wood tones and limewash ceiling is one you’ll appreciate if you’re a Scandinavian and/or Japandi design lover.

It’s notably the extensive hacking and carpentry that added to the $139,000 price tag.

The living room features a curved TV feature wall with a display niche that connects to the sliding door separating the entryway area from the rest of the home.

As for the wall backing the living area, it was knocked down to make way for the floor-to-ceiling display shelving that doubles as extra storage.

The master bedroom hides the ensuite bathroom behind an L-shaped ‘wardrobe’ carpentry design while a junior bedroom was converted into a walk-in wardrobe with a vanity.

It’s evident this home leaves no detail overlooked.

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Northshore Edge 5-room BTO | Reno cost: $190,000

Inspired by social media and a variety of cafe and hotel visits, the owners of this 5-room BTO in Punggol gave their home a complete makeover with a ‘corridorless’ design and bold pops of colour.

It’s no wonder then that the renovation totalled $190,000 and took nearly 8 months to complete!

The original master bedroom, for one, was combined with the adjacent bedroom and the corridor space for a spacious bedroom suite.

Meanwhile, the open-concept communal area is filled with curves and has a cosy cafe-like atmosphere.

As for the suggested study, it was converted into a home gym with shelves built into the recessed niche for storing equipment and displaying items.

Suffice to say, every dollar was put to work to achieve the home of the owners’ dreams.

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