Interior Designer Reviews
Reviewed by Wei Yao(me) Tan・Submitted 11 Dec 2024・ Project completed Dec 2024・Designer Jerald
We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Jerald from Darwin Interior for doing such an amazing job renovating our home! Jerald has been exceptionally responsive, even answering our messages late into the night, which truly shows his dedication to his work. He has been consistently professional throughout the process, always ensuring that our concerns were addressed promptly. What stood out most was his accommodating nature he was more than willing to adapt to our last-minute changes and went the extra mile to help us with every request. Thanks to Jerald’s efforts, our renovation journey was smooth and stress-free. We couldn’t be happier with the results and would highly recommend him and Darwin Interior to anyone looking for a reliable and talented renovation partner.
Reviewed by Wen Lian Chua・Submitted 5 Dec 2024・ Project completed Dec 2024・Designer Vanice
If you are looking for ID for your renovation, I would want to recommend my ID, Vanice from Darwin Interior. To be honest, I have met 13 ID and she is the only one who met my requirements and really understand my needs. Something that really amazed me is she is very prompt and detailed whenever I ask her about my furnitures and fixtures if it will match my theme she will suggest and look for options that matches my theme. She also never brush me off by saying things like :"aiya, this one is very easy one la.." She will show me some photos and suggestions when I wanted to visualize on how it will look like for my new place. She is very patient and detailed. As I will always ask her for ideas for my renovation. There's too much good things about her to say. I guess if you want to engage an ID who is very responsible, responsive, detailed and patient. She is the one to look for. There's nothing for me to complain about her. Thanks Vanice for all the patience and support. :)
Reviewed by Yolo Halo・Submitted 3 Dec 2024・ Project completed Nov 2024・Designer Irene Lee
We had the pleasure of working with Irene Lee as our interior designer, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very beginning, Irene impressed us with her professionalism and friendly demeanor. She was approachable and made us feel comfortable sharing our ideas, no matter how big or small. One of Irene’s standout qualities is her creativity. She has an incredible ability to visualize what we wanted, even when we struggled to articulate it. She provided practical and innovative insights, ensuring that our ideas were both functional and stylish. Her knack for sourcing suitable materials and items was remarkable, making the entire process smooth and efficient. Irene was always prompt with her service and maintained excellent communication throughout the renovation. She kept us well-informed about the progress and was quick to suggest solutions whenever challenges arose. Her proactive approach gave us confidence that the project was in good hands, and the high standard of work she ensured was truly commendable. What we appreciated most about Irene was her energy and dedication. She welcomed all our questions with enthusiasm and made the process enjoyable rather than stressful. Her attention to detail, coupled with her ability to manage a comfortable timeline, demonstrated her professionalism and commitment to delivering the best results. We wholeheartedly recommend Irene to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and personable interior designer. She turned our vision into reality and made the entire journey memorable and fulfilling. Thank you, Irene!
Reviewed by Joses Lee・Submitted 5 Nov 2024・ Project completed Nov 2024・Designer Lucas Pe
Me and my fiance actually started off by comparing between different ID firms. When meeting Lucas and Paul we felt that they offered us a good middle ground where we had a say in what we wanted as well as advice on certain design aspects/costs of the whole renovation work. This made us feel that we were part of the whole renovation project as opposed to some other firms where they decide everything for you. When giving suggestions, we never felt pressured to make a choice, it felt more like a collaboration. The house we got was previously a rental flat, so major renovations had to be done. When comparing between the different firms- we felt that the cost they provided for hacking/tiling were the cheapest ones and the quality of the tiling work was fantastic. The tilers even helped my mom smooth out some coasters (lol) that we got as samples. Throughout the project- frankly speaking, me and my fiance are very indecisive people as this is also the first time we are tasked to choose so many things. What made this so pleasant was the patience and attention to detail that Lucas gave-- honestly we might have changed our minds about 100 times yet every VO was accurate. Lucas was also always quick to reply throughout the whole process and has always never overpromised us things (which is our pet peeve) i.e. will only tell us things can be done/cannot be done after checking carefully with the suppliers/contractors. He was also always present when we were choosing our tiles, furnitures (toilet stuff, bed frame etc.) even though sometimes we could only make it quite late since we are both working. We think we are very lucky and blessed to have met someone as patient and helpful as Lucas that made this whole stressful period enjoyable. To whoever is reading this and is similar to us/ wants a similar experience please don't hold back from contacting them. Refer to the photos that are attached below for a better representation of the place. First pic is a shot pre-renovation
Reviewed by Manuel Martinez・Submitted 9 Dec 2024・ Project completed Oct 2024・Designer Vanice
I engaged Vanice from Darwin Interior for my home renovation, and the entire process was smooth and hassle-free. She skillfully pieced together the design elements we wanted and created a well-thought-out plan that looks amazing. Vanice was incredibly insightful in pointing out which designs might not work and offering creative alternatives that seamlessly fit the overall look. The carpentry work is of excellent quality—hinges are strong, and the wood is durable and beautifully finished. Throughout the fabrication process, we were kept updated on the progress, which gave us peace of mind. The 3D rendering provided gave us a clear understanding of why certain textiles and colors were recommended. Scheduling meetings with Vanice was always easy, as she made the effort to reach out and ensure everything moved smoothly. Thanks to her proactive approach, the renovation process never stalled. Any questions or uncertainties we had were always addressed thoughtfully and thoroughly. It’s such a great feeling when friends and family visit our home and ask for our ID’s contact details. I would wholeheartedly recommend Vanice from Darwin Interior to anyone looking for a reliable and talented interior designer.
Reviewed by Dylan Lim・Submitted 9 Sep 2024・ Project completed Aug 2024・Designer Lucas Pe
Thank you to Lucas Pe, who is a very patient Designer who gave us a smooth experience on the renovation across the 3-month duration. Lucas did a good job for us, and taking a balance between budget, design and realistic usage of the house design as per our requirement. Very positive way of solving problems during the whole renovation process, I feel so lucky to have had this opportunity to work with him and appreciate that. Thank you.
Thank you so much for your kind words and wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with Lucas and the renovation process. It's always our goal to strike the right balance between budget, design, and practicality, and we're glad that Lucas was able to meet your expectations.
We'll be sure to pass along your compliments to him!
Best regards!
Reviewed by Poh Zhuo Heng・Submitted 3 Sep 2024・ Project completed Aug 2024・Designer Tracie Lim
Met several Interior Designers introduced by Qanvast at the same time. While others were still poring over photos of our pre-renovated flat before meeting, TRACIE LIM from Darwin Interior HQ at Ubi was prompt, efficient and immediately started throwing out ideas to see which one we like best. Renovation journey for our 30+ years old 4-room HDB flat was smooth and quick. Done within 2 month plus even though we hacked away and replace all the tiles, re-wire and re-do plumbing plus re-painted and also re-do carpentry. Our shabby 30+ years 4-room HDB flat was given a total overhaul and people who saw our flat says it looks like a hotel suite with good workmanship for tiling and carpentry too!
Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We're delighted to hear that Tracie made such a great impression with her prompt and creative approach. It’s wonderful to know that your renovation journey was smooth and efficient, especially with such an extensive overhaul.
Cheers!
Reviewed by Masnie Jalani・Submitted 16 Aug 2024・ Project completed Aug 2024・Designer Paul Lau
Paul Lau from Darwin Interior Design has been very patient with our requests & what we need for our renovation. He has given very useful advice and suggestions that we should consider in the design. We appreciate that our vision for what we would like in the design is respected & Paul has tried his best to incorporate our ideas in the design too. It has been an experience for our dream kitchen to materialise & the outcome is as per the 3D design only better than what it looked like on the 3D. We have always envisioned an island in the kitchen but wonder how it would be installed. Paul suggested an interesting movable island which could work in our kitchen space. At last, what we could only dream actually became a reality & we are pleased with the end product which looks good & better than what we expected. It is one of the best space usage in the new kitchen layout. Paul is also very friendly & always willing to listen to our ideas. He gives good solutions & ways to overcome some challenges. We are appreciative of the excellent attention provided in terms of work done. The niche we requested for a space for multi-purpose use near the living room turned out well too. We like the outcome and the final look of the end product. Our guests like the look & design of our kitchen & we would not hesitate to recommend Darwin Interior & our ID, Paul Lau.
Dear Masnie,
Thank you so much for your heartfelt review and for sharing your positive experience working with Paul Lau. We are delighted to hear that Paul was able to bring your vision to life while offering valuable suggestions that enhanced the overall design. It's always our goal to respect our clients' ideas while blending functionality and style, and we’re thrilled that your dream kitchen turned out even better than the 3D renderings.
Cheers!
Reviewed by PK Teo・Submitted 21 Dec 2024・ Project completed Jul 2024・Designer Jun Ze
Our interior designer, Jun Ze (JZ), is highly knowledgeable in this field. He quickly understood our requirements and expectations for the renovation, even with the simple design we chose. He pays great attention to detail regarding functionality and ensures the schedule is well-organized. Quote wise, the items were itemised in order and clear on what was to be done for each room. Overall, we had a great experience with our renovation.
Reviewed by Vivian Tan・Submitted 10 Dec 2024・ Project completed Jul 2024・Designer Tracie Lee
I cannot say enough great things about Darwin Interior. From start to finish, the experience of working with our ID Tracie was truly exceptional. When we initially met for the consultation, Tracie listened intently to all my needs and ideas. She also provided expert guidance to elevate the design. From painting to carpentry everything was spot on and had very minimal defects which could easily be rectified and they were prompt to fix anything wrong. Throughout the renovation process, Tracie was responsive and coordinated flawlessly. She went above and beyond to accommodate our requests and stayed on schedule which helped us to move new house smoothly. We highly recommend her to anyone trying to piece together their dream home! Thank you!
Reviewed by Avery Pay・Submitted 7 Dec 2024・ Project completed Jul 2024・Designer Irene
Will like to recommend Irene from Darwin Interior *Understanding client style*: "Irene was able to grasp our intended style instead of pushing her own". *Honest and helpful:* "Irene understood what we were looking for and have been honest, helpful and listened attentively to our needs". *Personalized attention:* " Irene took into consideration and was exceptionally meticulous with the vibes I was looking for and gave me her best and honest opinion based on our lifestyle needs. *Professional and Punctual* "The 3D images were curated professionally based on the closest colour tones that best matches our home with a touch of class . Irene has always been punctual." *Excellent workmanship:* " we have received alot of compliments for the quality of the workmanship by Irene and her team Nonetheless with her *Exceptional customer* aptitude, with regular updates and progress and efficiency , she has guided and assisted us all the way in our renovation journey". Stress-free experience: Highly recommended! Thank you so much Irene 😊
Reviewed by vasu devan・Submitted 4 Dec 2024・ Project completed Jul 2024・Designer Irene
5/5 I worked with Irene on our recent renovation project. From start to finish, Irene provided exceptional service, attention to detail, and commitment to meeting our needs. Her work was outstanding, and she consistently delivered high-quality results. Irene was also extremely responsive, addressing any questions we had promptly. The entire renovation experience was seamless, thanks to Irene's expertise and dedication. I highly recommend Irene to anyone looking for top-notch service and results. Excellent job!
Interior Designer Reviews
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- What to Expect When Engaging an Interior Designer
- What Local Homeowners Think About Renovation in Singapore
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