Interior Designer Reviews

To start with, the resale unit we bought was not well taken care and was quite run down. We went to a few ID firms for quotations including the big names but we were not confident with them as we felt that they have too many projects on hand and not seriously listening to what we really wanted. One big firm after talking to them for 3 hours did not even bother getting back to us on the quotation despite numerous reminders. We believe in first impression and we were right!! Kalvin was very different and his superb and will do attitude won us over! Kalvin has a keen eye for details and helped us saved quite a bit by not doing unnecessary stuff. Kalvin’s attitude was consistent from day 1 to project handover as we heard from friends’ experiences that some ID’s attitude changed after they received deposit. During the engagement stage before the commencement of the reno, as first home owners with little experience, we texted him almost every day including weekends to consult him on various reno matters like choosing of furnitures/fixtures etc. At times when Kalvin was replying with voice recordings we could hear his kids behind him and we really appreciate him for putting us on priority. Sometimes, we felt like we were abusing Kalvin lol!! Also, as our reno was still within covid pandemic, we were concerned on the targeted completion date and his workers availability. Kalvin confidently told us not to worry and indeed, project was completed 2 days ahead of schedule!! Kalvin was also generous when we discovered a few small items that needed touch up during the reno, he rectified them without charges! Overall, we were very happy and fortunate to have Kalvin as our ID and the result is a family of proud home owners!! Thank you Kalvin!!

Our new place was in severe need of a major overhaul and the scale of the works was fairly huge. This is the second time we have worked with Kalvin and we can relax knowing that our house is in good hands. Kalvin has a good eye for design and he listens to our needs and wants and refine them into something better than we could think of by ourselves. The stress of delays and uncertainties of a reno during pandemic would have been overwhelming if not for Kalvin’s calm and steady project management. We were updated frequented and able to just carry on with normal activities without having to worry too much about the reno. We are very satisfied with the end result; and any adjustment works needed were attended to swiftly. Highly recommended!

We were recommended to Kalvin by a friend and after speaking to him for the first time, we were deeply impressed at how quickly he was able to grasp what we wanted and could immediately provide valuable inputs to complement our ideas. We hit it off straightaway and it was very comfortable working with Kalvin throughout. The whole renovation process was a very stress free one for us. We allowed Kalvin to run the show for us and always felt that we were in safe hands. He will provide us with constant updates and manages the timelines very well. Whenever there are decisions to be made on the certain aspects of the renovation, he provides us with his inputs and recommendations on various options for us to consider. He lays out the considerations from a cost/aesthetic/functionality standpoint to us clearly. By doing so, he value adds as an ID as we might not have the expertise and experience that he has while ensuring that the decision made is something that we want. During and after the renovation, he attends to our requests and queries promptly which is something we appreciate alot. We are extremely happy with how our home turned out and there isnt a single complaint that we have on the renovation process with Kalvin. Thank you Kalvin for everything!

My place is perfect and kalvin really listened to our needs and made it perfect. He is very accommodating, easy to work with, plus great taste with ability to stay on budget. Even after the place is done up, he still attends to our requests promptly and doing the extra miles for us even when it is not part of his duties. I really appreciate that. You will always have like post reno kind of touch up that's needed and you would definitely need a designer that can help out promptly. Some IDs would collect the last payment and went missing but definitely not kalvin. He is always there to assist and make sure everything goes well and perfect before he takes his hands off. Therefore, i would highly recommend kalvin as your trusted interior designer.

We engaged Chloe as she did my parents’ home last year and they were full of praises for her workmanship and design. When we presented her the design of our cabinet, even though a little tricky she still insisted on fabricating it although I wanted to give up and change design. Whatever we asked for, she responded and even offered advices. She even ask us not to waste money on certain part of the renovation. I have to say her responses are always prompt regardless when. Service and quality is highly recommended by us. Love that she has many tasteful ideas and could improvise on the spot. Everything was completed earlier than we expected and within our budget!

After being screwed over by our previous ID for our home renos, Kalvin took over our project after a recommendation from a friend. He is reliable, trustworthy, hardworking, responsive, and straight talking - he agrees to things that he can deliver, and doesn’t if he can’t. These are character traits that you want from an ID who’s handling your money and your home (and sometimes your sanity!). He is also able to bring our design ideas to life and deliver on the product as promised. Despite the multiple manpower and resources challenges that we had to deal with due to covid CB, he was able to pivot and find alternatives each time, showing great project management skills. Any defects after move in were also diligently rectified by him. I will not hesitate to recommend him to any homeowner looking to renovate their place. Thank you Kalvin!

It went extremely well, just some minor touch-ups that was unfortunately delayed due to government restrictions. During this time, Chloe maintained contact and therefore I felt assured. After visiting about 10 Interior Designers (big names included), we settled with Chloe for the following reasons: 1. Some IDs were over-designing (the more they do, the bigger the bill) without thinking about our space constraints and lifestyle 2. Some IDs were replicating things from other projects, it’s common, but they do it without considering our brief 3. Some IDs were non-responsive even though we are nice people. 4. Some were just overly expensive on their pricing. 5. Some had no style at all. Chloe was none of the above, rather, she was totally opposite. This is a well balanced ID, who provided a moodboard for mutual understanding, therefore we signed up with her. Please consider to meet her. You may be pleasantly surprised. I am showing a picture of the great work she has done in the sliding door cum feature wall. My neighbours love it too and wished they had contracted with Chloe. Not showing more due to privacy.

We have worked with Chloe few years back, so when we wanna give our shop a new face lift, we immediately thought of her She certainly knows her stuff and is very detailed in her work. She is very prompt and updates the progress of the renovation works. Thank you for the reasonable quote with good workmanship and materials. We are very satisfied with the work done, than you very much. You are the best !

Kalvin was the last ID we approached at one busy Qanvast event, disappointedly he was the first to revert the same day... Went on to shop for ID services, our list included some big ones... Surprisingly we met Kalvin another 3-4 times before saying let's go... A lot of ideas, exchanges, references popped up during design select. Patiently explained his thoughts, our needs were heard, updates came in late into weekdays night. Received photos and live updates of renovation progress during lunch times. We felt properly connected. End of the day, the final product is modern yet practical for this 3 gen family. Guests praised the rounded corners on hard carpentry, seamless connection between different living zones. Someone even jokingly asked for check in reception. We are delighted, beyond that, this comfortable space helped throughout the "circuit breaker" and WFH period. Family @ The Clement Canopy

Able to engage a right Interior designer is very important, this person must be able to understand my personal request, my fengshui request and has a great sense of beauty & aesthetic. Chloe was understanding and able to accommodate both my personal and fengshui request. And most importantly after all the fengshui do and don’t, my home designs are still looking fabulous! The wall Colors that she pick for me look trendy, well blend in and none of my visitor knew it was fengshui Color. Thanks Escapade Thanks Chloe

My ID Chloe did a fantastic job. Not only was she patient throughout the renovation period but good with the management of deadline especially when I have made a few last minute changes to the concept design. She was very responsive, resourceful and knowledgeable which set me at ease in letting her handle the entire project with minimal involvement. In addition to Chloe's pursuit of perfectionism, the workmanship of the sub-cons was above a notch than the rest. She gave sound advice to perfect every details no matter how small it was. I was glad that I had Chloe as my designer through Qanvast after comparing with 5 other ID firms. Even though the project was completed, she had check on me on several occasions to ensure that I am totally satisfied with her works. Her after sales service was excellent. If there is one word to describe my experience with Chloe and Escapade Studios, it shall be “dependable”. I highly recommend Chloe and Escapade Studios to everyone who would love to have a stress-free renovation experience.

Our office had a major overhaul from a very old shophouse to a modern office space. Chloe did everything including all the hacking the whole place down, new electrical works, carpentry, waterpipes , system furniture, glass doors..... and coordinate all the Wet works. She did the design and she’s a perfectionist herself, so I left everything under her care with ease and comfort. Thank you so much and all of us are so happy with our new office space. Highly recommended to all of you!