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Costs & Budgeting

HDB Bathroom Renovation Cost in Singapore (2026 Price Guide)

Most HDB bathroom renovations land between S$5,000 and S$15,000. Waterproofing is the part you should never trim. Here is the breakdown.

6 October 2026 · 3 min read
Open-plan kitchen with white cabinets and bar stools beside a bright living area
Costs & Budgeting

HDB Kitchen Renovation Cost in Singapore (2026 Price Guide)

A standard HDB kitchen typically costs from about S$8,000, while an open-concept rebuild can pass S$28,000. Here is what drives the number, item by item.

6 October 2026 · 3 min read
Café-style corner with a brick wall, a round table and a leather armchair by a window
Rules & Permits

BTO Renovation Timeline in Singapore: A Week-by-Week Plan

Most BTO renovations take around ten weeks of site work, but the real timeline starts months earlier. Here is the typical order of works and what to book when.

6 October 2026 · 3 min read
Bright living room with a sectional sofa, round coffee tables and pendant lights
Choosing a Designer

Qanvast vs Hometrust vs Layered: Which Renovation Platform Should You Use?

Qanvast, Hometrust and Layered all help Singapore homeowners find an interior designer, but in different ways. Here is an honest look at what each is good for and what none of them can do for you.

6 October 2026 · 4 min read