Tag: Renovation
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Brutalist Concrete Frame Revamps a 1960s Bukit Timah Home
Reviving a mid-century footprint In the leafy precinct of Bukit Timah, a 1960s home is undergoing a transformative restart. The renovation centers on a brutalist-inspired concrete frame that preserves the original character while introducing contemporary comfort. The project reflects a broader trend in Singapore where mid-century houses are being reinterpreted for today’s lifestyles, emphasizing durable…
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Period Home Restored to Elegant Glory on Dalkey’s Castle Park Road for €2.95m
Dalkey’s Castle Park Road: A Period Home Reborn In the leafy, trophy-addressed lanes of Dalkey, a classic period residence has undergone a meticulous restoration, transforming a traditional structure into a modern-luxe family home. On Castle Park Road, this property now stands as a testament to careful renovation—preserving its historic charm while embracing contemporary comforts. Listed…
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NCC Urges Ashanti Regional Minister to Fast-Track Kumasi Cultural Centre Projects
Overview The National Commission on Culture (NCC) has called on Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, to intervene and expedite the renovation and completion of two critical building projects at the Kumasi Cultural Centre. The appeal underscores the NCC’s commitment to preserving Ghana’s cultural landmarks and ensuring that infrastructure supporting arts and heritage remains…
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NCC appeals for Ashanti Minister to push Kumasi Cultural Centre renovations
Background The National Commission on Culture (NCC) has called on Dr. Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional Minister, to intervene in the renovation and completion of two critical building projects at the Kumasi Cultural Centre. The appeal underscores the importance of restoring these facilities to support cultural programs, local heritage preservation, and community engagement in the…
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Affordable Coastal Homes Under $1 Million in Victoria: Where to Look
Find Affordable Coastal Living in Victoria: It’s Possible Victoria’s real estate market is famously diverse. While some of the state’s most luxurious holiday homes fetch tens of millions, there are genuine opportunities to buy a coastal property under $1 million. With strategic searching, a willingness to consider renovations, and an eye for growing suburbs, buyers…
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Yasmine Ghoniem: Living in a Car, Renovation Lessons, and Grand Designs Transformations Season 2
From Hard Times to Design Triumphs: The Yasmine Ghoniem Story Interior designer Yasmine Ghoniem has become a familiar name for fans of Grand Designs Transformations, but her path to television stardom began in moments of struggle and resilience. After graduating from a college in the United States in the early 2000s, Ghoniem faced a harsh…
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Yasmine Ghoniem on Grand Designs Transformations: From Living in a Car to Season 2
From Humble Beginnings to High-Impact Design Yasmine Ghoniem’s journey from college graduate to television design icon is a study in resilience. Her early years in the United States were marked not by accolades, but by a relentless pursuit of opportunity in a competitive field. When jobs were scarce, she found a stark, practical test of…
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Charlie Goh Revamps His Childhood Condo for $120k, Buys Time at a ‘Son’s Price’
Celebrity Home Tour: Charlie Goh Renovates His Childhood Condo On the latest episode of Mediacorp’s Kaypoh Room Tours, local actor Charlie Goh opens the doors to his childhood home, a three-bedroom condominium that has undergone a noticeable transformation. The tour reveals more than a refreshed space; it shines a light on the evolving relationship between…
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Charlie Goh Renoves Childhood Condo, Rents from Parents at a ‘Son’s Price’ on Kaypoh Room Tours
From Nostalgia to a Modern Makeover In the latest episode of Mediacorp’s Kaypoh Room Tours, local actor Charlie Goh gives viewers a tour of his childhood condo. The three-bedroom unit, purchased by his parents years ago, becomes a canvas for a thoughtful renovation that nods to the past while embracing contemporary living. Charlie reveals that…
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The Living Hell of an Apartment Renovation: A Personal Wake-Up Call
Introduction: A Glimpse Into the Disruption Renovations promise a refreshed space, but for many, they arrive as an uninvited disruption that unsettles more than the walls. The experience I recently endured felt less like a home improvement and more like a marathon of sleepless mornings, compromised privacy, and a constant sense of vulnerability. The dozen…