According to Michael, his workers started doing flooring & ceiling on Tuesday, 10th Nov. Lao ye & I went down to look at the progress today & also to discuss the paint colour.
1) Living Rm - Silvermink + Snowfield
2) MBR - Champagne
3) Entertainment Rm - Snowfield
4) Study Rm - Cool Lime
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Sunday, November 08, 2009
Nov Rain 2009
This year birthday celebration was simple. Lao ye bought a Gucci bag for my birthday present.
We went photo taking at Ion. Thereafter, took MRT to Newton Stn and walked to Winstedt Road for dinner at Distict 10. I had the Chef's signature dish - Beer battered fish & chips while lao ye had beef burger.
We went photo taking at Ion. Thereafter, took MRT to Newton Stn and walked to Winstedt Road for dinner at Distict 10. I had the Chef's signature dish - Beer battered fish & chips while lao ye had beef burger.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
In Search of Air Con
It's another burning hot weather, but did not stop me & lao ye fm gng to IMM. We need to purchase our air con soon in order to get the trunking works done 1st before electrical & plumbing works can be carried out.
The 1st shop we entered was AllBest and was entertained by this friendly salesman, Bernard. Telling him we need to buy System 3 with inverters and he recommended us Toshiba inverters. 16K BTU for living rm, 9k BTU each for MBR & Study Rm. Compressor made in Japan with 5 yrs warranty.
The price was quoted was $2499 + $100 (unlimited wirings, etc) + $40 for additional trip as 1st trip was to install trunking & 2nd trip to install FCU. (If FCU gets dusty during the reno works, it may shorten the life span of its function).
It was a promo price & the salesman commented only left with last 5 pcs. Once all sold, price will resume to original. We were so tempted to buy it but decided to chk out Gain City & Best Tech.
Unfortunately for Gain City, the model is already sold out. We did not check out Best Tech cos they did not sell the Toshiba air con.
Anyway, decided to head home first and check out the comments abt All Best in the forums before buying.
The 1st shop we entered was AllBest and was entertained by this friendly salesman, Bernard. Telling him we need to buy System 3 with inverters and he recommended us Toshiba inverters. 16K BTU for living rm, 9k BTU each for MBR & Study Rm. Compressor made in Japan with 5 yrs warranty.
The price was quoted was $2499 + $100 (unlimited wirings, etc) + $40 for additional trip as 1st trip was to install trunking & 2nd trip to install FCU. (If FCU gets dusty during the reno works, it may shorten the life span of its function).
It was a promo price & the salesman commented only left with last 5 pcs. Once all sold, price will resume to original. We were so tempted to buy it but decided to chk out Gain City & Best Tech.
Unfortunately for Gain City, the model is already sold out. We did not check out Best Tech cos they did not sell the Toshiba air con.
Anyway, decided to head home first and check out the comments abt All Best in the forums before buying.
Friday, October 02, 2009
Auntie's Kim Korean Food
In the end, nv go to Ice 3 cos saw nobody at the cafe. Decided to have our dinner @ Auntie Kim's Korean restaurant recommended by Vada. The lady boss is a Korean and all the female staffs including her, wear a hanbok.
The restaurant is packed with ppl and there are some private rooms for large group of ppl. We were first served with 6 pickled appertisers (FOC). Lao ye gave the kimchi a miss as usual. I ordered Bibimbap (hot pot rice) while lao ye ordered So Jung Sik (hotplate beef).
I like the bibimbap which suits my taste. There is no service charge for this restaurant.
Overall, nothing special about this restaurant.
Address:
265 Upper Thomson Road
T. 6452 2112
The restaurant is packed with ppl and there are some private rooms for large group of ppl. We were first served with 6 pickled appertisers (FOC). Lao ye gave the kimchi a miss as usual. I ordered Bibimbap (hot pot rice) while lao ye ordered So Jung Sik (hotplate beef).
I like the bibimbap which suits my taste. There is no service charge for this restaurant.
Overall, nothing special about this restaurant.
Address:
265 Upper Thomson Road
T. 6452 2112
Thursday, October 01, 2009
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Fruits
I have decided to make an effort to eat more fruits from now on. To strengthen my immune system...
Sunday, September 13, 2009
A Bit Depressed
When can I strike Toto big prize??? I am tired of my current job...
I am getting quite stressed & irritated easily. Tend to vent my frustration by spending money.
Today bought a MAC new collection lip gloss, but really like the glittering effect. Vada saw liao also like the colour.
Ok, next Sat gonna attend Shuhui's bb girl 1 mth celebration. Maybe buy a small gift and give 1 ang bao with auspicious no. :P
New Collection - 'Steppin' Out & Smile'Friday, August 14, 2009
A Gift fm Ah H
Thanks Ah H for buying this door frame for us from Bangkok.... I will definitely hang it in my new hse.
Saturday, August 01, 2009
Met Up with 2nd Contractor
Today met up with our 2nd contractor - Eric, recommended by Ah H.
I told him about our tight budget and can see that he is quite experienced and gave some good suggestions which our 1st contractor may not have proposed.
Lao ye was worried about these 2 contractors - they are not in the HDB Registered Renovation Contractors' list.
So I went to HDB website to try my luck and managed to find out this info from the FAQs:
Qn:
Ans: 'If the works carried out by the non-registered renovation contractor comply with HDB’s guidelines and conditions, you do not need to remove them.'
You can still use HDB non-registered renovation contractor, but any consequences, the owner is liable to be responsible.
I told him about our tight budget and can see that he is quite experienced and gave some good suggestions which our 1st contractor may not have proposed.
Lao ye was worried about these 2 contractors - they are not in the HDB Registered Renovation Contractors' list.
So I went to HDB website to try my luck and managed to find out this info from the FAQs:
Qn:
| If renovation works have been carried out by a non-registered renovation contractor, must they be removed? |
Ans: 'If the works carried out by the non-registered renovation contractor comply with HDB’s guidelines and conditions, you do not need to remove them.'
You can still use HDB non-registered renovation contractor, but any consequences, the owner is liable to be responsible.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Wall Decal
Found this website on wall decals and simply love the majority of the design... Drool...
Webby: Wall Decals
Webby: Wall Decals
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Opening Ceremony for My New Flat
This day has finally come - opening ceremony for my new hse!!!
After work, I met up with lao ye at his hse. Yes!!! We are gng to see our new hse today.
Thanks to XY for driving us there, I think he oso quite eager to see our new hse cos saw 1 of his blog posts mentioned. VIP is lao ye's mummy, who joined us for the 'opening ceremony'.
Successfully opened the door in the darkness and already saw a lot of flyers on the entrance flooring. Tink I like the living rm bay window area the most cos can view the whole park and can do a settee there.
We will be coming again on this Sat and this time our contractor, Michael will take measurement onsite. I had invited Wendy to come on the same day, can share idea & advise with her for the coming WXY's hse...
After work, I met up with lao ye at his hse. Yes!!! We are gng to see our new hse today.
Thanks to XY for driving us there, I think he oso quite eager to see our new hse cos saw 1 of his blog posts mentioned. VIP is lao ye's mummy, who joined us for the 'opening ceremony'.
Successfully opened the door in the darkness and already saw a lot of flyers on the entrance flooring. Tink I like the living rm bay window area the most cos can view the whole park and can do a settee there.
We will be coming again on this Sat and this time our contractor, Michael will take measurement onsite. I had invited Wendy to come on the same day, can share idea & advise with her for the coming WXY's hse...
Wednesday, July 22, 2009
Collection of Hse Keys
You have an appointment with HDB to collect keys on 22nd July 2009, 1.10PM...
Actually the initial appointment time was 10.10AM, but dun wanna take leave and still need to wake up early to attend the appointment. Luckily can rescheduled the date or time.
Darling & I had a quick breakfast @ MacDonalds, then headed to HDB Hub 2nd level to purchase fire insurance, 7 bucks+ for 5 yrs warranty. After tt, went to L1 automated machine to get queue no. for signing docs.
Waited 5 mins and we proceeded to the office to start signing 'debt contract' cos today both our CPF OA will be wiped out and need to start paying mthly loan to HDB in 2 mths time.
In the middle of signing the docs, the officer told us to go L2 cash office to pay 48 bucks conservancy charges. After presenting the receipt, we continued to sign docs again.
Damn lor, suddenly I had stomachache, mind was thinking dunno whether the signing procedure gng to take long or should head to the loo immediately. In the end, endured till end of signing doc which luckily is quite fast. 45 mins for the whole process.
Actually the initial appointment time was 10.10AM, but dun wanna take leave and still need to wake up early to attend the appointment. Luckily can rescheduled the date or time.
Darling & I had a quick breakfast @ MacDonalds, then headed to HDB Hub 2nd level to purchase fire insurance, 7 bucks+ for 5 yrs warranty. After tt, went to L1 automated machine to get queue no. for signing docs.
Waited 5 mins and we proceeded to the office to start signing 'debt contract' cos today both our CPF OA will be wiped out and need to start paying mthly loan to HDB in 2 mths time.
In the middle of signing the docs, the officer told us to go L2 cash office to pay 48 bucks conservancy charges. After presenting the receipt, we continued to sign docs again.
Damn lor, suddenly I had stomachache, mind was thinking dunno whether the signing procedure gng to take long or should head to the loo immediately. In the end, endured till end of signing doc which luckily is quite fast. 45 mins for the whole process.
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Thursday, May 07, 2009
Recently has been engrossed doing research for my new hse renovation. Looking at those IDs' portfolio & glancing at design magazines is so interesting.
Had discussed with Lao ye the theme colours for our MBR to be black/brown & gold in order to give a cozy feel. Not forgetting our fav wallpaper. I was thinking of adding sum floral graphics sticker to some of my fixtures or on the wall.
For the living room, I will prefer a brighter look, will have a settee since both hubby & I love to read and have high tea. So next time we need not go out and spend a lot of $ having high tea.
As for the kitchen, we were thinking of using loud colours like orange or yellow to make it look retro.
I wanna have lots of compartment to store things & a big wardrobe plus shoe cabinet.
Come to think of it, my current job enable me to learn more about interior design & space planning. The most important, suppliers & contractors who can give me gd price for my hse reno!!!
Had discussed with Lao ye the theme colours for our MBR to be black/brown & gold in order to give a cozy feel. Not forgetting our fav wallpaper. I was thinking of adding sum floral graphics sticker to some of my fixtures or on the wall.
For the living room, I will prefer a brighter look, will have a settee since both hubby & I love to read and have high tea. So next time we need not go out and spend a lot of $ having high tea.
As for the kitchen, we were thinking of using loud colours like orange or yellow to make it look retro.
I wanna have lots of compartment to store things & a big wardrobe plus shoe cabinet.
Come to think of it, my current job enable me to learn more about interior design & space planning. The most important, suppliers & contractors who can give me gd price for my hse reno!!!
Monday, April 13, 2009
Thursday, January 01, 2009
Moo~
Welcome to the Yr of 2009 - Ox Year...
Had my countdown ytd at East Coast Park and stay overnight at Grand Mercure Roxy with Lao ye & WXY.
It will be a busy yr for me & Lao ye. Planning for this year as below:
1) End Mar to early April - Japan trip
2) Apr onwards - Busy with our new house planning (Excited!!!)
Resolution:
To save more $
Had my countdown ytd at East Coast Park and stay overnight at Grand Mercure Roxy with Lao ye & WXY.
It will be a busy yr for me & Lao ye. Planning for this year as below:
1) End Mar to early April - Japan trip
2) Apr onwards - Busy with our new house planning (Excited!!!)
Resolution:
To save more $
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Sunday, October 05, 2008
United Nations
Having a tough time at work. Nightmare... So much work to do... Sucks!!!
Now my dept is like United Nations, from Philippines, China & India.
Meet up with Moontie and had a nice with reasonable price Korean meal @ Seoul Yummy. Earned a free ice cream dessert cos' the manager said paisey to make us queue for so long. Maybe Moontie too attractive la...
Had our usual gals' talk @ Starbucks. Headed home ard 12am. We will be having crabby meal for our bdae celebration...
Now my dept is like United Nations, from Philippines, China & India.
Meet up with Moontie and had a nice with reasonable price Korean meal @ Seoul Yummy. Earned a free ice cream dessert cos' the manager said paisey to make us queue for so long. Maybe Moontie too attractive la...
Had our usual gals' talk @ Starbucks. Headed home ard 12am. We will be having crabby meal for our bdae celebration...
Monday, September 29, 2008
Wisdom Tooth Extraction 1
The day has come. Time to extract my 1st wisdom tooth. It took place on 27 Sep, Sun, ard 11.15am. Right upper wisdom tooth extracted.
Cant rem when was the last time I extracted my tooth. Really hate & dread the process... The lower part of the tooth at both side haven grown yet. Best it will never grow.
Cant rem when was the last time I extracted my tooth. Really hate & dread the process... The lower part of the tooth at both side haven grown yet. Best it will never grow.
Saturday, August 09, 2008
08.08.08
Nothing special happened today. We bought nice tibits by House of Steamed Potato fm J8 NTUC. Ate the tibits with hot green tea and watched Olympic opening ceremony at Bb's hse.
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