Interior Designer Reviews

Renovating a home involves many decisions and moving parts, from discussing ideas to choose finishes and seeing everything come together on site. We appreciate the work carried out by the Renologist team throughout our renovation and the effort involved in coordinating the various aspects of the project. It was a significant process for us as homeowners, and finally see the completed space. Thank you to everyone involved in helping us through the renovation journey. There was some miscommunication, but it can be improved. Keep it up.

We recently completed a full home renovation for our BTO with Kenneth Kwan, and overall we are extremely satisfied with the entire experience from start to finish. From our very first consultation, it was clear that Kenneth genuinely wanted to understand what we needed, not just what looked good on paper. He took the time to ask thoughtful questions about our lifestyle, daily habits, and how we actually use our space, and used that to shape design ideas that felt tailor-made for us. Many of the suggestions were things we hadn't even thought of ourselves, but once proposed, he made perfect sense for how we live. Site visits, meetings, and updates all happened on schedule, which gave us a lot of confidence and peace of mind, especially since renovation horror stories about delays and poor communication are so common. We always knew what stage we were at and what to expect next, which made the whole process far less stressful than we anticipated. The design itself struck a great balance between aesthetics and practicality. Our favourite part has to be the kitchen as we went with an open concept layout, and the island turned out even better than we imagined. It's become the natural gathering point in our home, whether we're cooking, having quick meals, or just chatting while someone's prepping food. The dry pantry alongside it was such a smart addition too, giving us tons of extra storage while keeping the main kitchen area clean and clutter-free. Beyond the kitchen, storage was maximised throughout the flat (which matters a lot in a BTO!), traffic flow felt natural, and small daily inconveniences we didn't even flag were quietly solved. It's the kind of design that looks great in photos but works even better in everyday life. What really impressed us, though, was how Kenneth handled things when problems came up. At one point our carpentry work didn't turn out as planned, but instead of brushing it off or making excuses, he took ownership of the issue immediately and got it rectified quickly. It's easy for an ID to look good when everything goes smoothly, but seeing how responsibly and promptly he dealt with a mistake gave us even more confidence in him. Not every hiccup can be avoided in a renovation, but having someone who takes responsibility and fixes things fast makes all the difference. Pricing was also fair and transparent. We never felt like we were being upsold unnecessarily, and the quotes given matched what we were eventually billed, with no unpleasant surprises along the way. Given the quality of work and service, we felt we got great value for what we paid.

I engaged Fineline for my home renovation and have paid 60% of the contract value to date. The original work schedule provided by Fineline indicated completion by 6 August. The project remains substantially incomplete. In late July, my assigned ID, James Tan, informed me that he had left the company but would nevertheless complete my project. On 8 August, after receiving no further update, I contacted him and was then informed that he would no longer be completing the project and that he was unable to advise who would take over. I have received no communication from Fineline regarding who will take over my project or how the outstanding works will be completed. I am also unable to establish contact with Fineline through its published email addresses and contact numbers.

One of the worst contractor experiences I have ever had. I paid 95% of the contract price, yet less than 50% of the agreed work was completed. The workmanship was poor, and although the contractor agreed to redo the defective work, they still failed to finish the job. What they left behind was completely unacceptable — exposed raw wood, protruding nails, splinter hazards and electrical wires left hanging. These are not minor cosmetic issues; they are serious safety concerns. And the worst part? I have been living with this situation for more than a month. My home has effectively been left in an unfinished and potentially dangerous condition, despite having already paid almost the entire contract amount. I gave the contractor an opportunity to rectify the problems. They failed to do so. I then sent formal legal correspondence, and they simply stopped communicating. 95% paid. Less than 50% completed. More than a month living with the mess. Safety hazards left behind. Legal letter ignored. Zero accountability. This is an astonishing level of poor workmanship, irresponsibility and lack of professionalism. Once most of the money was collected, there was apparently no urgency to complete the job or address the problems they created. An absolute nightmare from start to finish. Think very carefully before engaging this contractor. I would not recommend them to anyone. Contractor from hell — USE AT YOUR OWN RISK.

We had such a wonderful renovation experience with Vincent from Darwin Interior, who was our renovation OIC for my parents’ home. From the very first meeting, Vincent was warm, approachable, and most importantly, a genuinely good listener. He took the time to understand what we wanted, our concerns, our budget, and the little details that mattered to us. Throughout the renovation, he was incredibly responsive, including on weekends and even late at night when we had questions or needed his help. We also have to give him a lot of credit for his patience with us. We changed our minds many times along the way, which resulted in multiple rounds of reworks and redesigns, but Vincent always handled them calmly and tried his best to accommodate us without making us feel difficult. He was also very organised in coordinating the different works, appointments, contractors, and timelines. He constantly kept us on track and managed to complete the renovation within our targeted deadline, which we really appreciated. Another thing we loved was how easy he was to work with when it came to the budget. He respected what we were comfortable spending and even helped us find ways to reduce the overall cost where possible. On top of that, he was very generous with various offers, freebies, LED lights, and little extras along the way. Even towards the end of the renovation, his service did not stop. There were several rounds of touch-ups, and whenever we spotted an issue, Vincent was quick to arrange for it to be rectified. He remained responsive and responsible right until everything was properly settled. Renovation can easily become stressful, especially when there are so many decisions and changes involved, but Vincent made the whole process much easier for our family. He has been reliable, patient, accommodating, organised, and genuinely pleasant to work with from start to finish. A huge thank you to Vincent for taking such good care of my parents’ home and for putting up with all our changes along the way. We are very happy with the experience and would definitely look for him again if we ever do another renovation in the future. Highly recommended!

We engaged Eight Design for our BTO renovation and honestly, we had a really good experience with them. We had a pretty tight budget, so we were quite surprised that Eight Design, who also does bigger projects like Changi Airport, was willing to take on a small project like our BTO. They also gave us a really good price and didn't charge us a designer fee. Of course, we don't expect this from every ID, but it's something we really appreciated. He Xin was our designer and he was really down to earth and easy to talk to. He understood what we wanted and also worked within our budget. He also assured us that Eight Design complies with CASE Trust and has the Gold Standard accreditation, which gave us some peace of mind that we're dealing with a proper company and not some company that will take your money and disappear. Eight Design was actually the first ID we went to, and after meeting He Xin, we just had a good feeling about him, so we didn't even bother looking at other IDs. He Xin was with us throughout the whole process, from checking defects and the BSC handover, all the way through the renovation. He also helped coordinate the installation of our aircon and gas heater, which were handled by third-party contractors. There were some issues with these third-party contractors, like leaving a mess and even damaging the wall. Even though these weren't really He Xin's responsibility, he still stepped in and helped us settle the issues and get them fixed. Honestly, this saved us a lot of headache and having to make a bunch of calls and complaints ourselves. We also had a last-minute change to the ceiling fan placement after it was already installed. He Xin helped us sort it out without complaining and even waived the fee for it, which we really appreciated. Another thing I liked was that he kept us updated throughout the renovation. He would tell us what was done and what was coming next, so we always had an idea of what was going on. I'm someone who likes to know what's happening, so this was really helpful. Overall, the whole renovation was pretty smooth. Of course there were small issues here and there, but nothing major, and whenever something came up, He Xin was there to help us settle it. Getting a new home is already quite stressful with all the renovation, defects and coordination, so we're really glad we had He Xin and Eight Design helping us through it. Really appreciate all the help from He Xin and the team. Thanks for making the whole process a lot less stressful for us.

Really happy with the renovation done by Cloud Creation, especially with Steven handling our project. Steven was helpful, responsive and attentive throughout the renovation process. The workmanship is neat and well done, especially the kitchen carpentry and bathroom finishing. Everything looks clean, modern and practical. We are very satisfied with the final result and would highly recommend Steven and Cloud Creation!

Thank you Philip for turning our dream home to reality! From the very beginning, Philip impressed us with his experience, knowledge, sincerity, and professionalism. He took the time to understand our preferences, needs, and expectations. His attention to detail and thoughtful recommendations gave us great confidence throughout the entire renovation journey. What stood out most to us was how attentive and responsive Philip was. Whenever we had questions or encountered any issues, he was always there to listen, respond promptly, and, most importantly, provide practical solutions. This gave us tremendous peace of mind during what can otherwise be a very stressful renovation process. We also truly appreciated how Philip prioritised us as his customers. He was patient, approachable, and genuinely invested in making sure we were happy with every aspect of the project. He worked closely with us to understand our budget and was able to recommend suitable solutions without compromising too much on the overall look, functionality, and quality we wanted. We highly recommend Philip to anyone looking for an interior designer who is experienced, knowledgeable, attentive, trustworthy, and genuinely committed to his clients. We are truly happy with our new home, once again, Thank you Philip!

Working with Dylan from Starry Homestead (Balestier) has been an absolute dream. From our very first meeting, his professionalism and deep experience stood out. He took the time to understand all my requirements in exact detail, seamlessly translating my vision into reality. His craftsmanship and dedication to designing my dream house are truly second to none. If I could give him a 10-star rating, I would without hesitation!

Get to know Cedric at my son BTO where he was the ID there.His team work was nice and good given the need my son and inlaw wanted. Job done very well in time given many changes been made at last minutes there. So l requested him to do my house reno too. He was patient with our request in dealing last minutes changes. His knowledge and communication was excellent thus our home look brighter and spacious now. Thank you Cedric for the job well done for both houses.

Honestly, choosing an interior designer was something we were quite nervous about because there were so many decisions to make, and we had no idea where to start. But working with Yong Sim made the whole journey a lot more enjoyable than we expected. We probably weren't the easiest clients at times — with ideas changing, designs being adjusted, and plenty of “what if we do this instead?” moments. But Yong Sim was always open to discussing things with us and helping us work through our many ideas. That made the whole renovation journey feel more like a collaboration, rather than us simply handing everything over and hoping for the best. Of course, there were stressful moments along the way, but it was reassuring to have Yong Sim guiding us through them. Whenever there were hiccups or even last-minute changes to the design, he was quick to respond and take action. We truly appreciated his support and how promptly he handled things when they came up. Now that everything is done, we’re really happy with the outcome and how everything turned out — just like what we had discussed and envisioned. We can finally call it our “Home Sweet Home”. Thanks, Yong Sim, for being part of this journey and for turning our ideas (and probably some very confusing Pinterest references) into a home we truly love!

A big thank you to Roderick and the Supreme Houzz Design team for completing our kitchen and toilet renovation. We really appreciate the team’s effort, coordination and attention throughout the works. Roderick was helpful and responsive, and the team worked hard to bring everything together nicely. Thank you once again for helping us create a refreshed and more comfortable home. Highly appreciated! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐