Interior Designer Reviews
Reviewed by Jeffrey・Submitted 9 Oct 2024・ Project completed Sep 2024・Designer Kok Weng
I recently completed a renovation project with Sky Creation, and the experience was exceptional! From the very beginning, Kok Weng took the time to understand my needs and offered solutions that matched my style. The team was always punctual, and their craftsmanship is top-notch. They worked diligently, keeping disruptions to a minimum and maintaining a clean work environment. Communication was excellent throughout the process; I felt informed and involved every step of the way. The project was completed on schedule and on budget. There were no hidden costs, and they delivered everything as promised. I highly recommend Kok Weng to anyone looking to renovate their space.
Reviewed by Jane・Submitted 26 Sep 2024・ Project completed Aug 2024・Designer Cheong Kok Weng
We had the pleasure of working with Kok Weng for our home renovation, and what initially drew us to him was his sincerity and attention to detail. During our first meeting, unlike others we had spoken to, he took the time to write down all our requirements on paper, showing genuine care for what we wanted. He didn’t just say “Ok” to our ideas, instead he showed us examples of his past work, which gave us a lot of confidence in his abilities. Throughout the project, Kok Weng was incredibly responsive and easy to reach, which is a huge plus. We’ve heard stories of IDs becoming less communicative after payments, but that was never the case with him. He remained proactive and engaged from start to finish. What really set Kok Weng apart were the little things. He went above and beyond to accommodate last-minute changes and always approached the issues with understanding and flexibility. The reno fees was also competitive in the market, providing excellent value for the quality of service we received. Kok Weng also assured us the renovation would be completed in six weeks, and true to his word, he delivered on schedule. His confidence in his timeline really reassured us, and we’re so happy with the end result. Overall, we had a fantastic experience and would highly recommend Kok Weng to anyone looking for a reliable and skilled ID!
Reviewed by Karine Lee・Submitted 25 Sep 2024・ Project completed Aug 2024・Designer Kok Weng
Working with Kok Weng on our home renovation was an outstanding experience and we couldn't be more pleased with the results! From the beginning, he impressed us with his meticulous drawing and planning with clear communication. Every detail was carefully covered, ensuring that the renovation process was seamless and well-coordinated. Kok Weng is not only passionate about design but also deeply knowledgeable about the hands-on practical aspects of renovation. One of the most notable qualities was his ability to transform our ideas into a cohesive vision while still considering our personal preferences and lifestyle. He really listened to our concerns and needs, making sure that every question or worry was addressed as quickly as possible. Kok Weng fulfilled the timeline of less than 1.5 months for our home renovation and did not compromise on the quality of his work. We always felt comfortable sharing our thoughts, as he was incredibly patient in explaining the more complex aspects of all process. There was never any pressure, just a true collaboration built on trust and mutual respect. The final result exceeded our expectations — a beautifully crafted space that reflects fits our style and truly functional for our everyday life. Thanks to Kok Weng’s dedication and professionalism, what could have been a stressful renovation turned into a hassle-free experience. We highly recommend him to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, detail-oriented, and 快 狠 准 interior designer who will bring your vision to life!!
Reviewed by Genevieve Ng・Submitted 22 Jul 2024・ Project completed Jun 2024・Designer Sabrina Lim
I did my Reno in 2016 and the designer has left since then. Since then, there are some things that has broke down like my lights etc and I needed to ask about where is LED driver placed. I've reached out to them a few times and only then I managed to speak to Sabrina Lim and she has been very patient and has great follow ups. I also managed to resolve my issue and fix other issues with her help. Thanks Sabrina!
Reviewed by Siong Meng Teo・Submitted 19 May 2024・ Project completed May 2024・Designer Yup Han and Marcus
Their designs are to our likings! Both our designers are very patient towards all of our changes and queries. They advise us when we face certain problems during renovations. They will update us on every phase during renovations work that we don’t really have to make our trips down every time to check on the progress. The renovation work was very smooth without much issues and it was completed within the time frame. The final product is like printed out from the drawings. After work completion, even when we face minor issues, they will immediately contact their contractors to solve them ASAP. I would strongly recommend both Yu Han and Marcus to our friends and relatives.
Reviewed by K Sim・Submitted 26 Apr 2024・ Project completed May 2024・Designer Eunice Lim
After much research of ID firms, we made our decision to engage Sky Creation for our renovation. We are looking forward to the finish product (currently renovation still in progress). Eunice Lim the ID, has been very patient and attentive in listening to our needs and want. We are delighted with her design which is incline with what we would like our new nest to be. Her swift response to our query was impressive (she even follow up on things during weekend!) We are given the detailed schedule of the project date line. Overall, we are on track and we are also being informed of the task to be done in advance. Thanks to Eunice for her professionalism and diligence in updating. Awaiting for the final product of our beautiful house. We are pleased and looking forward. Will update with picture once renovation is complete! UPDATE: Very happy with the end product. It is gorgeous!
Reviewed by Deryl Chua・Submitted 2 May 2024・ Project completed Apr 2024・Designer Kok weng
As a first-time homeowner, I had the pleasure of working with Kok Weng, an outstanding interior designer who truly transformed my house into a home. From the initial consultation to the final touches, Kok Weng's expertise and dedication made the entire process seamless and enjoyable. Throughout the project, Kok Weng's promptness and responsiveness were truly commendable. He was always available to address my questions and concerns, providing valuable insights and guidance. Kok Weng's attention to detail was exceptional. He took the time to understand my personal style, preferences, and lifestyle, incorporating them into the design seamlessly. The result was a space that truly reflected my personality and felt like a true extension of myself. I am grateful for Kok Weng's expertise and unwavering support throughout the entire journey. His talent and passion for interior design truly shone through, and I am thrilled with the final outcome. I highly recommend Kok Weng to anyone in search of an exceptional interior designer who will turn their house into a beautiful and functional home.
Reviewed by Imran Bin Jamaludin・Submitted 17 Jun 2024・ Project completed Mar 2024・Designer Anthea Tan & Sherlock Chan
Background: I bought a 3-room NG HDB resale flat at Bedok North with a floor area of 67 sqm to stay on my own. The house is in a live-in state, but it didn’t meet my expectation of how a home would look and feel like. Other than the toilet, which was recently upgraded under the HIP scheme, I felt the rest of the house needed to be done up to my liking. I decided to set a budget of $50 – 60k for renovation and, thus, my reno journey came about. Before & Ideas: The feature that stood out the most was the green terrazzo flooring. It reminded me of my childhood home in Toa Payoh. So, this is a feature in the house that I wanted retained. I had a dark colour scheme in mind. There is plenty of natural light coming in from both ends of the house, so having a dark theme is possible. To complement the neighbourhood greenery and my flooring, I went for a forest green & grey colour scheme. To make the living space bigger, I decided to hack the wall separating the living room and the kitchen. I didn’t need such a big kitchen since I’m hardly home and am staying on my own. This also allows me to have a workspace, which I needed on my WFH days. A folding door would help to partition the kitchen from the rest of the living area on days when I need to switch on the aircon to cool the living room or to isolate the kitchen when I cook. Lastly, the continuous space takes advantage of the natural breeze coming into the house as it has a N-S orientation. Qualities I look for in an ID: With the above general idea in mind, I set up appointments with 5 – 6 IDs to get clues on what I can get within my budget and see which one comes up with the most suitable proposal. I wanted to work with someone who can fit my ideas into their proposal. I also wanted someone who pays attention to details and can give me ideas as I’m relatively busy and would not be able to do so. Why I chose Anthea & Sherlock from Sky Creation: One of the ID firms that I went to was Sky Creation where I met Anthea and Sherlock. During my first appointment, they listened to my ideas and were keen to keep the terrazzo flooring as well. This contrasts with other IDs who either proposed hacking the flooring and retile or to do a vinyl overlay. They also felt that the budget I had was sufficient to do up my house as I wanted. They used Dropbox as a tool to share documents and photos to clients which I liked and found systematic. Throughout the appointment, there was a sense that I can work with both as it is important to be able to do discuss openly and communicate well with your ID. They provided references/reviews from other clients which was helpful to know their working style. A second appointment was arranged that involved a site visit. They informed me that it helps them to come up with a detailed proposal and ensure that the price quoted would not vary too much in the end. I was grateful for the effort put in and was quite certain to pick them as my IDs, provided their proposal and pricing met my expectations. In the third appointment, they provided me with a detailed sketch of the floor plan. I’m glad that they divided my living area into 3 parts as what I wanted. Also, they proposed an L-shaped kitchen counter with an adjoining laundry counter and cabinet. I wanted a service balcony to do my laundry and am glad that they managed to squeeze one in. From earlier discussions, they did up my master bedroom with plenty of built-in carpentry and a small worktable. Lighting was not something that I thought much about and I’m grateful to Anthea and Sherlock for proposing a variety of lights (pendant, cove, LED, track, etc.) to make my home more interesting. After looking at their proposed design and quotation, I decided to go with them. They came up with a detailed plan that was exactly what I wanted. A detailed cost breakdown allows me to know where most of my budget would be spent in and gives me leeway if I decide not to go with certain design elements. Although theirs was not the lowest, it was within my budget and was closest to what I wanted. Renovation Process: As for most reno journeys, the first step would be selecting materials i.e., tiles and laminates for the home. I didn’t have specific materials in mind, and it helped that Anthea and Sherlock selected a few for me to look from and I made my choices from there. They planned the visits with lighting and bathroom/kitchen accessories suppliers, and I’m satisfied with their arrangements. I didn’t plan on having smart light features in my home, but it did give a modern touch to the house. With materials chosen, they came up with 3D drawings that helped me visualize how it would turn out. Throughout the reno process, Anthea and Sherlock were meticulous and resourceful. As hacking was involved, this would affect the terrazzo flooring and skirting. They managed to find a supplier to touch up the damaged skirting instead of settling with ‘robbing’ existing skirting from the storeroom as a replacement, which I was fine with. Another instance was finding solution to have a wash basin inside the main toilet. The space available was limited and most houses have their wash basin outside the main toilet. They proposed installing a toilet with wash basin included which was found in newer BTOs. I also felt that Sky Creation had a good network of suppliers. I am extremely satisfied with the built-in carpentry work which takes up the bulk of my reno expenses. The workmanship is great, and everything fits well within the space available. From lights and air-conditioning to furnishings and blinds, I didn’t have to worry about sourcing on my own and was guaranteed that the house would be in a live-in condition once ready. Considering the renovation period took place during the year-end peak period, I was glad that I could start to move my things in before my storage lease expired. Minor touch-ups were needed, and it was promptly done after keys were handed over to me. There were no delays even though I’m sure there are other projects that needed equal attention as well. This speaks well of their sufficient manpower to deal with projects at different stages. They provide 1-year after-completion support for any defects as well. I’m not sure if it’s unique to my house, but they arranged for an after-completion photoshoot and shared the photos with me which I have included in this review. Final Note of Thanks: Overall, Anthea, Sherlock and Sky Creation have met and even exceeded my expectations in terms of workmanship, delivery schedule and expertise. What stood out for me was them going the extra mile to make sure my home would be flawless at the end of the journey. I’m not a fusspot and can accept minor flaws at obscure places. But they have been 100% committed and professional, even providing updates during the year-end holiday period. Thank you! One regret would be not doing more. I would have done up my workspace and toilets, finances permitting. I will certainly engage them for this in the future.
Reviewed by kenneth 6744・Submitted 17 Mar 2024・ Project completed Mar 2024・Designer marcus
Marcus was a very professional ID who was able to meet to my expections and requirements. Work was done in a timely manner meeting all the deadlines. Quality of work was also done top-notch. timing arrangement was great! suit my timing with no obligation. installation was fast and efficient marcus’s recomendation was the best only he knew how to match the door colour with my home colour. Highly recomended id marcus was the best with patient and clear explanation
Reviewed by YQ L・Submitted 10 Mar 2024・ Project completed Jan 2024・Designer Marcus Ooi
My search for a renovation company started in early 2023 with my expected key collection to my HDB in the July and Aug period. Having went through 4-5 company, I decided to commit to Sky Creation with Marcus as I felt assured and sincerity by his technical advice and not sales talk that makes empty promises. We started with some basic ideas off the web and friends’ recommendation and had Marcus guided us and also showing us some of his past and running projects to get a better feel of what is nice and practical. Marcus is a very patient ID, who despite our changes on the design and hesitation on first few initial draft, adhere to our request to ensure we get our dream home design. He displays professionalism in the course of the project, placing high confidence his contractors’ ability and quality of work. Despite having some small hiccups, things were able to go through as per planned. It is normal for project to have some unexpected turns, but what is important is that he is responsible and willing to go the extra mile to understand and ensure we are satisfied. We are satisfied with the renovation works, and the final works are quite the replica of the design impression which is another plus point. The carpenter, pluming, and civil works are all on point. Now that we have moved in, we appreciate the design and flow of the house. Despite having completed the project, Marcus have assured us that if we have some feedback or touch up, he will still make the arrangement to follow up. Really appreciate of Marcus’s hard work and glad to have worked with him!
Reviewed by Lawrence Lee・Submitted 26 Feb 2024・ Project completed Jan 2024・Designer Kok Weng
He is very sincere and responsible to meet our renovation requirements. He helped us to plan and allow us to move in after one week from the resale house key collection. Due to time constraints between selling of existing house and buying a resale house. We stayed in hotel for one week and able to move in master bedroom. It’s amazing planing and execution. Mostly ID companies have rejected my request up front. He helped me save money and hassle staying in hotel. His renovation teams also very experienced and produced very great and quality works. Many thanks to him. Helping us to build my lovely home. Thank you Kok Weng from Sky Creation.
Reviewed by Maiza Yussof・Submitted 22 Feb 2024・ Project completed Jan 2024・Designer Mr Marcus Ooi
We had the pleasure of working with Mr Marcus Ooi from Sky Creation for our house major renovation project, and we are thrilled to share our outstanding experience. Mr Marcus truly embodies professionalism and excellence in every aspect of the job. Right from the beginning, Mr Marcus impressed us with his approachable and friendly nature. He fostered an open line of communication, making it easy for us to share our ideas and preferences. His ability to listen and understand our vision for the project created a collaborative and positive working relationship. The commitment to delivering quality work was evident throughout the entire renovation process. Mr Marcus demonstrated a keen eye for detail and a dedication to excellence. The finished results exceeded our expectations, showcasing the high standards of craftsmanship that Mr Marcus consistently upholds. He personally inspect the work by his team and would get the team to rectify any issues within a short time. One of the most remarkable aspects of working with Mr Marcus was his impeccable time management. Not only did he meet the set deadlines, but he also completed the entire project ahead of schedule. This efficiency not only saved us time but also contributed to a stress-free and smooth-sailing renovation experience. Constant supervision and checks on his team were a testament to Mr Marcus's commitment to ensuring that the work was progressing seamlessly. His hands-on approach added an extra layer of assurance that everything was being executed with precision and according to plan. Coordination with vendors engaged by us was another area where Mr Marcus excelled. He seamlessly integrated their services into the project, facilitating a streamlined and cohesive workflow. This collaborative effort ensured that every aspect of the renovation was well-coordinated and met our expectations. Mr Marcus impressed us not only with his meticulous planning and detailed explanations but also with his prompt responsiveness to our queries. No question was too small, and Mr Marcus consistently provided solutions and reassurance, showcasing a high level of customer service. Feedback, whether positive or constructive, was welcomed by Mr Marcus. His fast and efficient response to any feedback demonstrated a commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction. This service-oriented mindset made the entire renovation process a positive and enjoyable experience. Patience is a virtue, and Mr Marcus exhibited it in abundance. Dealing with our numerous queries and concerns, he remained patient, understanding, and always ready to address our needs. This patient and accommodating approach contributed significantly to the overall positive experience we had. The quality of materials provided by Mr Marcus was of the highest standard. This commitment to using premium materials further ensured the longevity and durability of the renovated spaces. Additionally, Mr Marcus kept all parties involved in the project well-informed with a proper timeline. This transparency and communication fostered a sense of trust and collaboration throughout the entire process. Perhaps one of the most impressive feats was the completion of the entire major renovation within a span of 2.5 months. This quick turnaround time sets Mr Marcus apart from others in the industry and speaks volumes about his dedication and efficiency. In conclusion, our experience working with Mr Marcus was not only positive but exceeded all expectations. We highly recommend Mr Marcus for anyone seeking a reliable, skilled, and service-oriented professional for their renovation needs. His commitment to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction truly makes him stand out in the industry. Thank you Mr Marcus for making our new house a lovely one for the entire family!
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