BTO renovation offers the perfect opportunity for homeowners to get creative and clever with each corner of their flat, turning it into their dream home. These 4 room BTO homes are transforming into personalised, functional, and elegant homes. Embarking on a renovation journey requires careful planning and budgeting to ensure your vision aligns with your ideal living space. Most BTO units have limited space and innovative solutions that maximise space and aesthetic appeal are adopted. Stylish design choices in common areas, including the common bathroom, are crucial to enhancing the overall appeal of your home. This article touches upon three key ideas for a BTO renovation: Multi-functional spaces for flexible living, balcony makeover ideas, and tech touches for a smart BTO.
Multi-Functional Spaces for Flexible Living by Interior Designers
Multifunctional spaces offer flexibility and efficiency. Here are some ideas that homeowners can use to achieve this.
1. Multi-functional rooms
Traditionally, homes have always had designated rooms to perform certain functions – kitchens for cooking and dining rooms for eating food. Nowadays, the smaller the homes, the more difficult it is to have designated areas without making the home look claustrophobic. Having a well-thought-out floor plan for multi-functional rooms either gives more than one function to a place or blends the functions. They help in optimising the space, creating a more uncluttered environment. They are easy to maintain and maximise space at lower costs. An interior designer can play a crucial role in planning these multi-functional spaces, ensuring both functionality and aesthetic appeal. Additionally, the master bedroom can be designed with dramatic entrances, walk-in wardrobes, and innovative space utilisation, making it a central feature that enhances both aesthetics and practicality.
2. Zoning
Sometimes multi-functional spaces complement each other – combining a dining area with a kitchen but, in other cases, they need a more innovative approach. In cases like these, zoning helps. Zoning creates boundaries without using permanent fixtures. Zoning helps in creating a design-wise boundary. It is done with the help of colours or furniture to “divide” the spaces into their functions. For example, if there is a workspace in the living room, you can differentiate it using a different colour rug in both spaces or coordinate the decorative pieces accordingly.
3. Multi-functional Furniture
Multifunction Sofa
Multi-functional furniture is a wise investment in your BTO renovation. They are flexible enough to be used for several different activities. Their first purpose is to make the room feel more spacious – sofa beds, which can be a sofa and a bed. Homeowners don’t need to buy two different furniture pieces for two functions when owning a multi-functional furniture item making them cost-effective.
Balcony Makeover
Balconies are also a potential area to consider in your BTO renovation cost. They are made into a personalised retreat or a functional extension of your living room. Here are some innovative ideas to maximise your balcony’s potential.
1. Balcony Bar
Balcony Bar
A balcony bar adds style and functionality to your home. By designating a bar to the balcony, it allows for more space in the house. As for aesthetics, adding a balcony bar maximises the room. However, while adding a bar to your balcony during your BTO renovation, it is important to choose durable materials such as teak and synthetic wicker that withstand weather conditions. Homeowners can also enhance the space with LED lights, and hanging plants creating a cosy and inviting atmosphere.
2. Green Retreat
Balcony Garden
A balcony garden is a classic yet calming addition when renovating a BTO flat. The green balcony can maximise the space by adding a vertical garden. Choosing plants that suit the climate and provide a natural privacy screen with tall or climbing plants. Homeowners can also add swings and rugs to give it a cosy look with seating. The service yard can also be designed to complement the overall aesthetic.
3. Extended Balcony into the Living Room
Extended Balcony
Adding an extended balcony into the living room emphasises making the living room look spacious. It also creates a seamless indoor-outdoor experience. The balcony can be partitioned off when not needed using a glass sliding door that enhances the natural light and blends the spaces. Homeowners can also add chairs, rugs, and a mini sofa based on the balcony size.
Tech Touched For a Smart BTO With HDB BTO Renovation Package
1. Smart Lighting
Smart Houses and Lights
Smart lighting systems can adjust to the perfect lighting of any tone instead of the traditional 1-3 lights available. They can be customised to suit your preferences. Most smart lighting systems have a motion sensor feature where the lights turn on and off as you enter and leave the room. Homeowners can also schedule the lights to switch functions at a specific time. They can change brightness levels, and colours allowing you to set the lighting suitable for any mood. Integrating smart lighting into your BTO flat can help in energy efficiency and align with sustainable design principles. Additionally, incorporating a built-in wardrobe as part of your smart home design can provide a stylish storage solution that enhances both functionality and elegance in your bedroom.
2. Security Reinvented
Home Security System
Homeowners can install smart doorbells with video cameras to see who is at the door even when you’re not home. They allow you to lock and unlock your doors remotely and can be monitored on your phone too. Having this enhanced security system in place provides peace of mind to ensure that your home is well protected. They also alert homeowners of any unusual activity through built-in sensors. In luxurious bathroom settings, a vanity cabinet with glossy marble finishes and gold accents can contribute to the overall opulence, making your BTO flat design stand out.
3. Smart Appliances
Smart Refrigerator
Kitchens and laundry appliances can be upgraded using smart appliances that can be controlled remotely. Smart refrigerators can help you keep track of your groceries, recipes, and expiration dates through their touch screens. Smart ovens can be preheated remotely and smart washing machines can be started and monitored with a phone. These smart appliances not only make life comfortable but also energy efficient. They can also assist in cooking by advising you on times and temperatures necessary based on the dish being prepared.
Renovating a BTO flat requires careful planning and innovative solutions to make the most of the space available, especially if you want to avoid extensive renovation. By including multifunctional spaces, giving your balcony a makeover, and integrating smart technology, you can create a BTO home that is functional and modern. Consider exploring various renovation packages to find the best fit for your flat’s size and your design preferences. These renovation ideas will help you maximise your living space, enhance your home’s aesthetic appeal, and enjoy the convenience of a smart, connected home. Embrace these innovative concepts to transform your BTO flat into a stylish and efficient living environment that meets all your needs.
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