Special property types call for designers with specialised experience.
Executive Apartments and jumbo flats are two of the largest HDB flat types in Singapore, typically between 130 to 160sqm (some go up to a whopping 200sqm). Size aside, their floor plans are also rather different from the average BTO’s.
Why specialised experience matters
A jumbo flat in Ang Mo Kio that took not one, but two IDs to renovate due to its size and project scale | Read the fully story here
While this opens up a world of design opportunities (like having an open-concept layout or a space for multi-generational living), renovating an Executive Apartment or jumbo flat does come with its unique set of challenges.
This includes:
- Zoning and space planning, balancing open spaces with privacy
- ‘Odd’ layouts due to placement of structural walls, pillars and beams
- Wear and tear due to age of flat
- Cost considerations
- Project management and scale
As such, the best interior designers for HDB Executive Apartments or jumbo flats are usually those with prior experience in renovating them, or those belonging to firms with such experience.
That way, even if the specific ID you sign with (perhaps because you liked his/her ideas the best) has not worked on an Executive Apartment or jumbo flat before, he/she will still be able to tap into his/her colleagues’ experience and expertise if needed.
How much does it cost to renovate an HDB Executive Apartment/jumbo flat?
Jumbo flat at Woodlands | View this project by U-Home Interior Design
Most Executive Apartment and jumbo flat renovations cost upwards of $100,000. That said, we have also seen a fair share kept under $80,000, proving that it’s entirely possible.
Ultimately, how much you spend will come down to factors like the types of work required, scale, and materials used. For example, a flat that hasn’t been renovated recently may require an overhaul of rewiring and plumbing works – costly works you don’t see in the final product but are extremely important.
On the flipside, if you’re happy with the unit’s existing layout, you’ll be able to cut down on costs for hacking away and rebuilding any walls.
Tips for renovating an HDB Executive Apartment/jumbo flat
Executive Apartment along Bedok Reservoir Road | View this project by Jialux Interior
Given the complexity of such renovations, it’s recommended that you request to see an ID’s portfolio specifically of Executive Apartments/jumbo flats (or any private properties similar in size). You should also be upfront about your lifestyle needs, and be realistic about your budget when speaking to a designer for the first time.
Doing so will give you a better sense of whether he/she is someone you’d want to sign with. Additionally, it’ll help the designer to come up with a fairly accurate quotation based on – and a design that suits – your requirements.
Interior design companies for HDB Executive Apartment/jumbo flat renovations
M+L Associates
Executive Apartment along Marsiling Drive | View this project by M+L Associates
Founded in 2012, M+L Associates is an interior design firm that prizes space optimisation and aesthetics in any renovation project. Given that you wouldn’t want all that extra space you have (compared to a regular BTO, that is) to go to waste, they’re definitely a firm to consider.
Massing Design
Executive Apartment at Sengkang | View this project by Massing Design
With a team of dedicated project coordinators and an in-house drafter supporting its designers, Massing Design’s services range from layout planning to site supervision. Additionally, reviews by past clients often highlight the team’s professionalism, cementing the firm’s reputation as a trusted renovation partner.
Briey Interior
Executive Apartment at Admiralty | View this project by Briey Interior
Spearheaded by Bridgette and Zoey (hence the amalgamation “Briey”), each with over a decade of industry experience, Briey Interior is known for creating clean, open spaces with a modern look. If that’s something you’re going for, click on the button below to check out past projects by the firm!
U-Home Interior Design
Executive Apartment at Bishan | View this project by U-Home Interior Design
U-Home puts customer satisfaction above all else, and that’s more than a marketing tagline; it’s backed by an overwhelming majority of 5-star ratings on Qanvast. Plus, the firm has been around since 1999, making it one of the OG players in the business with a wealth of experience to draw upon for your renovation.
The Interior Lab
Executive Apartment at Pasir Ris | View this project by The Interior Lab
The Interior Lab has renovation projects in virtually every style and over 35,000 photo saves on Qanvast. Beyond their popularity and versatility across different interior styles, they’re also an award-winning studio and a seven-time recipient of the Qanvast SuperTrust badge, giving homeowners the assurance of reliable service and quality results.
Bonus: they have multiple showrooms across the country, so you won’t have to travel far to discuss your renovation!
Jialux Interior
An Executive Apartment in Pasir Ris that 2 interior designers worked on together due to its scale | Read the full story here
Designing spaces that boast timeless interiors, Jialux Interior has a reputation for providing homeowners with a stress-free and smooth renovation process. In fact, several reviews by past clients indicate they were so pleased that they went back to the firm for subsequent renovations!
Fifth Avenue Interior
Executive Apartment along Bedok Reservoir Road | View this project by Fifth Avenue Interior
Delivering complex ideas in understated ways, the team at Fifth Avenue Interior believes that the biggest difference in design often lies in the smallest details – even in homes as large as jumbo flats. With over 45,000 photo saves on Qanvast, this boutique firm is also a 10-time recipient of the Qanvast SuperTrust badge.
Quad.R Design
Executive Apartment at Jurong West | View this project by Quad.R Design
Guided by the belief that home should be a place that rejuvenates, the team at Quad.R Design considers everything from layout to furniture choices as part of the equation. And with the amount of space you have to fill (read: without cluttering) in a large unit, the importance of the above cannot be understated.
Quick to address homeowners’ concerns, the firm has a 4.9-star Google rating (as at time of writing).
Charlotte’s Carpentry
Executive Apartment at Pasir Ris | View this project by Charlotte's Carpentry
Carpentry is crucial in any renovation – and that’s where Charlotte’s Carpentry gets its name from. Aside from an in-house carpentry workshop that produces high quality built-ins, they’ve established themselves as a reliable and trustworthy firm with designs that are cosy, aesthetic and, most importantly, feel like home.
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