Interior Designer Reviews

We had a great experience working with our interior designer throughout our renovation journey. He was patient, attentive, and always willing to listen to our requests and ideas. What we really appreciated was his ability to articulate his recommendations clearly based on his experience. Whenever we had a request that might not make practical or design sense, he took the time to explain the reasons behind it and suggested a better solution instead of simply dismissing our ideas. This made the entire process much smoother and gave us confidence in the decisions we made. He was also very accommodating and responsive to our needs, and we felt that our preferences were genuinely heard and considered. The quality of the workmanship was good as well, and the overall outcome turned out nicely. Overall, we are happy with the renovation experience and appreciate the patience, professionalism, and effort put into making our home come together. Would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for an interior designer who is experienced, communicative, and willing to work closely with their clients.

Selecting the right partner to bring our vision to life was a critical first step. After meeting with several designers across different firms, Brian Sio from SHE Interior stood out effortlessly. What truly set Brian apart was his sincerity and candor—offering honest, grounded guidance on what would practically elevate our space rather than simply agreeing to every request. His patient, approachable demeanor and deep empathy toward the spatial requirements my wife and I had for optimizing a compact footprint made him the clear choice to helm our project. Together with Brian, we set out to transform our apartment, perched high on the 53rd floor, into our personal *"haven in the sky"*—a serene sanctuary floating far above the urban bustle, where Japanese minimalism and contemporary luxury effortlessly converge. An intentional entrance & smart kitchen design Upon stepping through the front door, a tranquil foyer establishes an immediate sense of calm and arrival, anchored by ambient architectural lighting and a tactile, hand-textured feature wall on the right that gently delineates the space. Directly adjacent lies the reconfigured kitchen, engineered around strict fengshui principles and uncompromising storage solutions. Brian executed an efficient galley layout framed by rich, dark timber cabinetry juxtaposed against clean white countertops with safety-conscious, soft-curved profiles. Dual parallel ceiling coves and concealed under-cabinet task lighting illuminate the prep surface and undermount stainless steel sink with a soft, glare-free luminescence.  The dining statement & bespoke mini-pantry Positioned high above the city, establishing a distinct yet highly functional dining zone was our paramount spatial requirement. We needed seamless integration for a wine chiller and expansive storage, while ensuring the dining hub served as a striking visual centerpiece. Brian translated these requirements into an exquisite, bespoke reality. At the heart of the space is a custom 5-seater island-style dining table topped with solid granite. Suspended directly overhead is an organic, cloud-like pendant light—specially imported from overseas to anchor the Japandi aesthetic. Integrated beneath the granite top are two spacious cutlery drawers, a tailored niche housing a 30-bottle wine fridge, two ergonomic dining chairs, and a space-saving bench with built-in storage.  Extending fluidly from the entryway to the dining table, Brian installed a matching granite mini-pantry counter. Serving as our all-day beverage hub, this surface accommodates our coffee machines and Bluetooth speaker. Floating above is a golden-bronze glass display cabinet with integrated lighting to showcase our travel mementos, curated collectibles, and fine spirits. Beneath the pantry top, Brian ingeniously concealed a multi-tier pullout shoe rack facing the entrance, alongside an open storage niche facing the dining table for effortless access to our favorite bottles.  A continuous feature wall & sky-lounge ambiance Transitioning into the main living zone, the interior maintains a clean, continuous architectural line through clever concealment. The guest bathroom door is seamlessly flush with the hallway wall, creating an unbroken plane that extends effortlessly into the living area—where the study door is similarly integrated flush before terminating cleanly at the TV feature wall. A refined vertical light channel subtly accentuates the study doorway boundary, transforming a structural transition into an artistic detail.  In the evenings, dimming the primary lighting transforms the space into an executive sky lounge. Warm architectural cove lighting reflects softly off the high-gloss dark marble flooring, imbuing the room with an ethereal, cloud-like ambiance.  The bespoke TV feature wall Anchoring the living room, the TV feature wall serves as a masterclass in custom joinery and spatial proportion. The television is mounted against a layered, floating white panel backlit with warm, continuous LED illumination, balanced at the top-left by a subtle fluted timber accent. To the right, Brian integrated soft-lit, rounded display alcoves to house curated decor. Below, a floating white media console with dark-tinted flip-down cabinet fronts hovers above the polished marble floor, neatly concealing hardware and cabling while casting a soft halo of light underneath.  A completely transformed study Stepping through the flush door into the study reveals a tranquil, dedicated focus zone grounded by rich, warm timber parquet flooring. The original wardrobe was demolished and replaced with a full-height, wall-to-wall cabinetry system, maximizing storage utility while eliminating visual clutter. Nestled within the bay window framing panoramic sky vistas is a custom daybed bench featuring integrated storage drawers underneath. Layered lighting concealed within architectural niches allows us to effortlessly dial in the perfect lighting scheme to suit deep focus or evening relaxation.  A serene master bedroom sanctuary The master bedroom extends the Japandi Lux motif into an intimate, cloud-like retreat. Warm timber flooring underfoot pairs with a soothing neutral palette to evoke immediate restfulness. The focal point of the room is a custom cantilevered floating bed frame anchored against a rich timber headboard wall with concealed perimeter lighting. Beneath the bed, an intelligent motion-sensored lighting system activates the moment a foot touches the floor at night, casting a gentle, low-level illumination to guide the way to the bathroom without disrupting a restful state. Floor-to-ceiling sheer and blackout drapery are recessed into an illuminated ceiling cove, allowing us to frame the sky views by day or block out light completely for restorative sleep.  Perched high on the 53rd floor, every detail—from fengshui alignment and hidden storage to bespoke granite craftsmanship, smart motion-activated lighting, and custom floating joinery—harmonizes to create a tranquil, elevated sanctuary that my wife and I love coming home to every single day.  Looking back across this entire design journey, my wife and I wish to express our deepest, most heartfelt gratitude to Brian. Throughout the entire process—across every design iteration and technical detail—Brian guided us with unwavering patience, genuine understanding, and without a single complaint. Navigating a comprehensive home renovation can be demanding, but standing in our completed home today, it truly feels like finding the rainbow at the end of the storm—and it was worth every single moment.

To the Darwin Interior team, our wonderful interior designer Vanice, and the entire operations team, Thank you for turning our house into a home that feels so beautifully and uniquely us. From the thoughtful details and timeless design to the warmth, comfort and cosy atmosphere, every corner reflects the care, creativity and passion you have poured into this project. What started as an idea and a vision of our own has now become a space where we can truly relax, create memories and feel completely at home. We especially appreciate the patience, attention to detail and dedication from everyone involved in bringing our home together. It is the little things — the textures, lighting, colours, finishes and the way everything comes together so effortlessly — that make such a meaningful difference. A special thank you to Vanice for her dedication throughout the entire process. We truly appreciate how she managed the tight timeline and budget while always taking the time to understand our needs and preferences. Her ability to find practical solutions, especially when unexpected issues arose, gave us great confidence and made the entire journey much smoother. We are incredibly grateful to the whole team for your hard work, professionalism and commitment. You have created a home that is not only beautiful to look at, but also warm, comfortable and wonderful to live in. Thank you for making our vision a reality and for giving us a home that we will cherish and enjoy for many years to come. We are truly grateful for everything you have done.

I had a really great experience with Jayden from Kabi Studio during my ID search. Although I ultimately decided to proceed with another ID, I still felt that Jayden deserved a review because of how much effort and thought he put into my home proposal 🥹 Out of all the IDs I met, Jayden was definitely one of the most creative and invested in understanding the kind of home I wanted. I really appreciated that his ideas didn’t feel generic or like something that was simply copied and pasted from another project. He took the time to understand my preferences and came up with thoughtful design ideas that gave the space its own character. He was also very patient with my many questions, changes and budget considerations, and I never felt rushed or pressured into making a decision. Even when I eventually told him that I had chosen another ID, he was incredibly gracious and professional about it, which I really appreciated. It was honestly such a difficult decision because I genuinely loved Jayden’s design direction and could really see myself living in the home he envisioned for me. In the end, my decision came down mainly to my own renovation budget and having to be practical with what I could comfortably spend. If budget hadn’t been a consideration, I would have definitely chosen Jayden 🥹 While I can’t comment on the renovation execution as I didn’t proceed with Kabi Studio in the end, I can definitely say that my consultation and design experience with Jayden was a very positive one. Thank you again, Jayden, for all the time, effort and creativity you put into my proposal. I genuinely appreciate it and would definitely recommend speaking to him if you’re looking for an ID who is creative, thoughtful and genuinely invested in designing a home around you 🤍

I had a very disappointing experience with this renovation contractor. Throughout the project, he repeatedly failed to keep his promises and continuously gave false deadlines, causing significant delays to my renovation. At one point, my house was left completely empty for three weeks with no workers on site and no progress made. Despite collecting almost 90% of the payment, the renovation was not even 50% completed. He also promised to bear half of my STORHUB storage fees due to the delay but eventually refused to honour his commitment. When I requested a refund, he refused, claiming that he had already paid deposits to his workers and that they were busy with other projects. After collecting our 90% payment, we can see a delay in his response and replies to us. He started to give late replies or ignore us. The lack of accountability, poor project management, and broken promises caused my family a great deal of stress and inconvenience. I hope future homeowners exercise caution and ensure they have proper payment schedules and written commitments before engaging other contractors. Most importantly, do not engage this contractor.

It was a pleasant 1st discussion meeting on 13/12/2025. We have been following up with Alexa regarding the revised quotation for many times, but she always has reason for the delaying until the end she no more reply. 1st follow up on 8/1/2026, 8.06am- She replied on 9/1/2026, 12.01pm saying that she was oversea & will update me on Monday. 2nd follow up on 13/1/2026, 9.45am- No respond from her 3rd follow up on 15/1/2026, 9.39am- She replied on 17/1/2026, 1.28pm saying that she was in hospitalized from food poisoning & will revert us ASAP. 4th follow up on 30/1/2026, 8.46am- She replied on 31/1/2026, 3.02pm saying that she caught the viral flu after her hospitalized. She said she was rushing all her backlog & will revert to us ASAP. 5th follow up on 23/2/2026, 9.27am- No respond from anymore

We’ve had a great experience with ✨ Natalie ✨ . Her professionalism, ownership and calmness throughout the process was exceptional. She takes tremendous care in building our home, almost as though it were her own, and never takes shortcuts. She often catches details that we completely miss during our site visits - e.g. she noticed that our door 🚪 knobs were installed too high and took the initiative to send them back for correction. We didn’t even notice it! This type of ID where to find 🤣 When one of our chosen dark wood laminates went out of stock, instead of taking the easy route and simply suggesting an alternative, she guided us through the matching process again, considering our other laminate, wall and floor colours. 🌈 There’s also a lot of behind-the-scenes work — measurements, material selection, proposals and coordinating with different vendors — and she took the bulk of that off our shoulders. Her design taste is excellent as well, and we’ve never had an instance where we second-guessed her recommendations. 💪 We’re approaching the end of this “not so straightforward” reno and are happy with seeing our dream home come to life. ❤️ Seriously dont look any further if you want a great experience for your reno!

Joshua is a very professional ID who plans everything well and communicates efficiently throughout the renovation process. He made the entire renovation journey smooth and hassle-free. I would definitely recommend Joshua and Messing to my friends and family when they need renovation services. Thank you so much, Joshua and Messing, for making my renovation an easy and enjoyable experience. Kudos to the team! 👍

I had a good experience with Supreme Houzz, especially with James. He is very responsive, and whenever I have any questions or face any issues, he will usually try to settle them as quickly as possible, even after working hours. Before signing up, I actually compared quotations from several contractors because we originally did not plan to engage an ID. We were worried that ID services might be expensive or come with a lot of hidden costs, so our main concern was to find something more affordable and within our budget. A lot of the quotations I received were already quite high even though they only covered the more general items, and things like hacking, removal works or other ad hoc items were not included yet. What I appreciate about James is that he is quite transparent about the costing. If there are any additional charges, he will let me know beforehand so I am aware of them and can decide whether I want to proceed or make other arrangements myself. I’m glad that I came across Supreme Houzaus. Their pricing was more affordable compared to several other contractors I checked at that time, and James has been helpful and responsive throughout the renovation process. Overall, I’m happy with my experience and really appreciate James for his prompt replies and assistance whenever we needed help.

We recently engaged Stephen Zheng from Carpenters 匠 to design and oversee the complete renovation of our kitchen, and we could not be happier with the results. Stephen perfectly captured our vision for a clean, minimalist design using a beautiful natural color scheme that makes the kitchen feel bright and spacious. He helped us select very high-quality tiles, a premium sintered stone countertop, and a matching backsplash that tie the entire natural look together beautifully. The texture and durability of the sintered stone really elevate the whole space. The balance of closed storage and partial open-concept cabinets was beautifully executed, giving us a modern display look without sacrificing practicality. The installation of the tiles and the sintered stone is seamless, and the carpentry work is incredibly precise, neat, and sturdy. He oversaw the entire renovation seamlessly, managing the contractors and ensuring the handoff was stress-free. Stephen made our kitchen renovation a smooth and worry-free experience. We highly recommend him to anyone looking for a dedicated and talented interior designer! From: Louie and Ken Lee

Thank you Charis for managing such a great project for my house. Although minimal renovation, she followed through and was always responsive when I needed advice. I could not decide on shades of colors that look similar and she recommended and turned out super well. Also, the painter, electricians, plumbers etc. were all very professional and did a good job. Totally thumbs up to ACE and will definitely recommend to friends.

Our renovation was quite a challenging one as we had also engaged an interior designer from China for the initial design. There were quite a lot of differences in the way things are designed and carried out in China compared to Singapore, so there were definitely quite a few challenges along the way. Tobias was very hands-on throughout the project. He was not just involved in the overall design, but also actively helped to solve problems, fine-tune the design and work out practical solutions whenever something came up. What we really liked about Tobias was his attitude. He is very professional, calm and even-tempered. Whenever there was an issue, he never looked for someone to blame. His first reaction was always to look at how the problem could be solved and move on. This made a big difference, especially during a renovation where unexpected things are bound to happen. He was also very flexible. We chose to use some of our own contractors, including our air-con contractor, and Tobias had no objections. Instead, he worked well with them, coordinated with them and gave them sufficient time to do their work properly without making them feel pressured or uncomfortable. We really appreciated this because not every ID is so easy to work with when you bring in your own contractors. We also had a very tight timeline, but Tobias managed to plan and coordinate things well and kept the renovation moving despite all the challenges. His support after the renovation has also been good. He continues to help coordinate with vendors, suppliers and other parties when we need assistance. Overall, Tobias is someone who is easy to work with, practical, patient and very solution-oriented. For us, the biggest plus is that when there is a problem, he focuses on solving it rather than finding fault. Definitely someone we would recommend for a renovation project.