Awe Interiors

Awe Interiors Interior design and build for modern living. We specialise in functional layouts, personalised designs, and honest advice. Based in Singapore.

Proposed design for a condo homeowner who wanted his home to be an all-white canvas with contrasting accents.Rather than...
18/09/2026

Proposed design for a condo homeowner who wanted his home to be an all-white canvas with contrasting accents.

Rather than relying on built-ins and fixed finishes to bring colour into the home, we kept the architecture clean and neutral.

The idea was to let the loose furniture take center stage:
Introducing colour, texture and personality that can be changed over time without having to renovate the house all over again.

The darker accents help anchor the otherwise bright interior, while the lighter backdrop keeps the space open and lets each piece of furniture stand out.

Sometimes, designing a home isn't about deciding what colour it should be. It's about creating a space that gives you the freedom to decide that for yourself.

Proposed design for a trapezoidal home in Geylang, where the unusual footprint became the starting point rather than som...
11/09/2026

Proposed design for a trapezoidal home in Geylang, where the unusual footprint became the starting point rather than something to work around.

The challenge with irregular spaces is that conventional layouts don't always sit neatly within them. Instead of forcing everything into a standard arrangement, we worked with the geometry of the home to organise the kitchen, dining and living areas into a layout that feels intentional and functional. All while making sure their cats have a sizeable and private space tucked nicely into the corner 😉

Dark timber tones were paired with a lighter palette to keep the spaces from feeling too enclosed, while concealed storage helps keep the visual lines clean. The storage is also positioned intentionally between the living hall and the bedrooms, giving the homeowners and their children a degree of privacy between the shared and private spaces.

For us, good design isn't always about correcting an unusual space. Sometimes, it's about understanding the space well enough to make its quirks work for you.

Showroom visits can be exciting, especially when you start seeing all the things you could have in your home. But before...
04/09/2026

Showroom visits can be exciting, especially when you start seeing all the things you could have in your home. But before you fall in love with a product, take a moment to understand what you're actually buying.

Will it fit your theme?
How shiok does it feel to use?
Does it suit your habits?
And what happens when you need to replace it years down the road?

A good showroom visit isn't just about finding something you like. It's about making sure what you like actually works for you. So go ahead, touch it, test it, ask questions. That's what showrooms are there for.

We're not here to gatekeep. We're here to help you make the most out of your renovation. 😉

Overlaying your toilet might seem like a straightforward affair, but having a shower kerb and screen often causes water ...
28/08/2026

Overlaying your toilet might seem like a straightforward affair, but having a shower kerb and screen often causes water to pool between the toilet bowl and the kerb.

This is due to the gradient of the drainage slope being hindered by the kerb. A quick fix is shown in the illustration.

For owners looking to demolish and retile the entire toilet to get that wet / dry separation, having a drainage opening to facilitate water flow isn't necessary since we're creating the gradient anew.

Though as always, site conditions still apply.

Renovation doesn't really end when the last worker leaves.Some of the things you keep after your renovation can save you...
21/08/2026

Renovation doesn't really end when the last worker leaves.

Some of the things you keep after your renovation can save you a lot of trouble years later.

Keep your leftover tiles. Keep your paint. Keep your appliance specifications and product information.

You may not need them today, but when something cracks, breaks or needs replacing five years down the road, you'll be glad you kept them.

Your future self will thank you. 😄

Proposed design for a bachelorette who loves cosy spaces with plenty of utility.For her bedroom, we introduced a Murphy ...
14/08/2026

Proposed design for a bachelorette who loves cosy spaces with plenty of utility.

For her bedroom, we introduced a Murphy bed with Shoji-inspired doors, allowing the room to open up when she wants to host gatherings or make space for yoga sessions.

The living area was kept simple, with a swing chair, work desk and a custom bookshelf for her book collection and decor.

One of the details I particularly enjoyed working on was the proportion of the custom bookshelf. Chinese characters have a natural rhythm and proportion to them, and when those proportions are slightly off, the whole composition can look strangely unbalanced.

The challenge was finding that sweet spot between keeping the character proportions visually pleasing while still making sure the shelves remained practical for storage.

It took a fair bit of trial, error and, admittedly, eyeballing.

It's these little details that make designing a home interesting. Sometimes the challenge isn't about fitting more things into a space, but finding the right balance between how something looks and how it needs to work.

Proposed design for an expat couple who purchased a SOHO (Small Office Home Office). These units feature high ceilings w...
07/08/2026

Proposed design for an expat couple who purchased a SOHO (Small Office Home Office). These units feature high ceilings within a compact footprint, challenging homeowners to make every square metre count.

We retained the existing steel structure and encapsulated it within a new loft design. Storage was thoughtfully integrated around the loft, allowing everyday essentials to remain within easy reach. Above, high-level display shelves were introduced to showcase the owners' collection of books and collectibles.

Moving into the kitchen, we opted to relaminate the existing cabinetry in lighter tones to brighten the space and create a greater sense of openness. We also refreshed the mobile island left behind by the previous owner, as the new homeowners had grown rather fond of it.

All in all, it was a wonderful challenge designing this SOHO. Working within compact spaces often reminds us that good design isn't about having more space—it's about making better use of the space you already have.

On a personal note, I would have changed the flooring too. 😄 But since the couple would only be based in Singapore for a few years, they felt it was something they could comfortably live with. Fair enough! Sometimes good design is also about knowing where not to spend.

Proposed design for a 3-room HDB flat for a bachelor.The homeowner was already thinking ahead. Rather than designing a b...
31/07/2026

Proposed design for a 3-room HDB flat for a bachelor.

The homeowner was already thinking ahead. Rather than designing a bachelor's pad, he asked us to create a home that could naturally transition into a newlywed love nest in the future.

That became the foundation of our design direction.

Warm timber tones to soften the space.
Open display shelving to keep the home feeling light.
Additional TV console storage for everyday practicality.
Shaker cabinetry for a timeless look that won't easily go out of style.

Interestingly, we left the bedrooms largely untouched.

Starting a family is often a fluid journey, and priorities can change over time. Rather than over-designing the private spaces, we focused our efforts on the shared living areas where life naturally happens, leaving the bedrooms flexible for whatever the future may bring.

The first few slides show the final proposal.
The last slide brings you back to where it all started.

It's one of our earliest render iterations, so you can see how the design evolved as conversations with the homeowner shaped the project from our very first meeting.

Every design begins with an idea.
The final home is simply where that conversation arrives.

In the last fortnight, we've shared how renovation is often more interconnected than it first appears. We've also shared...
24/07/2026

In the last fortnight, we've shared how renovation is often more interconnected than it first appears. We've also shared why we don't believe homeowners should feel like they're managing their own renovation.

Today, we'd like to share why we do what we do. When someone entrusts us with their home, they're not simply asking us to renovate it. They're trusting us with one of the biggest investments they'll ever make.

To us, that trust deserves communication, planning, and above all else, accountability.

Most people think project management begins when something goes wrong.

We see it differently.

We believe project management begins long before that, by asking the right questions, planning contingencies, and identifying potential issues before they become real ones.

If you've been following our last two posts, this is the philosophy behind them.

Because every problem prevented is one less delay, one less variation, and one less difficult conversation for our homeowners.

Good project management isn't measured by the problems it solves.
It's measured by the problems it prevents.

And that's why we do what we do. 👨🏻‍🔧👷🏻‍♂️

Most of us already have full time jobs, so renovating your house shouldn't become another job for you. Yet it's surprisi...
17/07/2026

Most of us already have full time jobs, so renovating your house shouldn't become another job for you.

Yet it's surprisingly common to hear homeowners taking time off to meet subcons, chasing their ID for updates, coordinating deliveries, and wondering if everything is going to turn out alright.

The irony? None of these things got anything to do with choosing beautiful materials or furnitures. But they have everything to do with coordination. 🤯

Behind every successful renovation is a sequence of decisions, and onsite observations that need to happen during the renovation. When done right, homeowners won't feel the pressure. (Well unless we really found something hiding within the walls!) 😂

And that is exactly how we think it should be. 💪🏻

You decide how your home looks and feels like, we make sure we get you there. Because you only have one house, one budget. Therefore it shouldn't feel like a 2nd job to you. 🫰🏻

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19 Burn Road, #10-02 Advance Building
Singapore
369974

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