IKEA announces the launch of IKEA Place, an augmented reality (AR) application that lets people confidently experience, experiment and share how good design transforms any space, such as a home, office, school or studio. From sofas and armchairs to coffee tables, all of the products in IKEA Place are 3D and true to scale so that every choice is just the right size, design and function.
SINGAPORE : Thinking of sprucing up your home or office but have a limited budget to work with?
Don’t worry! Furnish and decorate your space in style as IKEA will offer great deals on your favourite items store-wide from March 10 to 27.
You can grab the KULLAR steel vacuum flask at $9.90 (U.P $12.90) or the adorable KAMRATLIG heart-shaped soft toy at $1.50 (U.P $2.90).
IKEA FAMILY members also get exclusive invites to the sale preview on March 9 where they can flash their membership cards to enjoy even greater discounts!
Sign up in stores or visit ikea.sg/FAMILY to register for free membership. Discover more Swede deals at IKEA.sg/sale.
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Source : http://news.asiaone.com/news/singapore/enjoy-swede-deals-ikea-march
Here’s proof that you can have champagne on a beer budget.
BEFORE: BORGSJO CABINET
This line of shelves allows you to mix and match cabinets to create different looks.
AFTER: REFINED OFFICE STORAGE
Lining a wall, a row of these cabinets seriously impresses. This blogger used glass doors on top and solid doors on the bottom, so there’s space above for pretty things and plenty of hiding spots below.
BEFORE: BEKVAM KITCHEN CART (TROLLEY)
The no-nonsense kitchen island is convenient, if a bit spare.
AFTER: VINTAGE-INSPIRED ISLAND
A fresh coat of gray paint, a chic marble top, and a shiny towel bar makes this kitchen helper as stylish as it is functional.
BEFORE: RAST DRESSER
It might be a little rough around the edges, but you can’t beat the price
AFTER: CAMPAIGN-STYLE NIGHTSTAND
A little bit of leather and brass brought character to the piece. (Of course, adding paint and removing the round knobs helped, too.)
BEFORE: RAST DRESSER
Sure, this warm dresser is durable — but it’s also really plain.
AFTER: CRAFT ROOM DESK
A plexiglass-covered core door now sits atop the dresser and a pair of table legs, creating the perfect stylish workspace. The bare dresser got a coordinating upgrade with a fresh coat of paint and new pulls.
BEFORE: SEKTION CABINETS
This is but one component from this series, which allows you to mix and match pieces to create floating cabinets and standing units. (Previously, it was known as AKURUM.)
AFTER: A FLOATING CONSOLE
New knobs pop against the sleek white doors, but the real star is the black shelf that give the units an unexpected sleekness.
BEFORE: OTTAVA LAMP
We like this industrial-style light just fine, but it doesn’t provide a luxurious look.
AFTER: BARN-STYLE KITCHEN PENDANTS
A quick coat of spray paint makes the shades look like vintage copper.
BEFORE: VASTER LAMP
The LED light has a globe silhouette that lends itself well to customization.
AFTER: A MODERN PENDANT
This makeover was inspired by Thomas O’Brien’s Hicks pendant light. The black upper, gold trim, and “rivet” detail channel the original quite nicely.
BEFORE: BILLY BOOKCASES
These classic shelving units are the starting point for many makeovers.
AFTER: ELEGANT “BUILT-IN”
A little architectural molding brings a refined sensibility to the shelves. The addition of the rolling ladder furthers the library look.
BEFORE: EKBY BJARNUM BRACKETS
The simple brackets cover the ends of shelves for a clean look.
AFTER: GLAM KITCHEN SHELVES
Just a little gold spray paint adds a ton of style to the functional accessories.
BEFORE: VITTSJO
A slim metal frame, glass shelves and graceful proportions make this series easy to love (and easy to transform).
AFTER: A CHIC ETAGERE
A coat of primer, gold paint and shellac finish makes the shelves glamorously gleam.
BEFORE: KLAPPSTA CHAIR
Sadly, the KLAPPSTA series was discontinued. You can find a similar modern spirit in the TULLSTA or MELLBY chairs.
AFTER: PREPPY CLUB CHAIRS
Each was trimmed in a faux welt made from black rope, which beautifully contrasts the cream-colored covers. It’s a small change, but completely changes the chairs.
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Source : http://www.housebeautiful.com/home-remodeling/diy-projects/g2422/impressive-ikea-makeovers/
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For Sale – 758 Pasir Ris Street 71
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The 758 Pasir Ris Street 71. Welcome to your new home.
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For viewing, please contact:
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CEA Reg. No.: R019100D
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Aiming to help users stay connected at all times, IKEA is to launch a wireless furniture collection with incorporated induction-charging stations. The new range consists of bedside tables, lamps and and desks, each item integrating subtle white charging pads. How does the system work exactly? According to the official press release, the wireless charging pads “use transmitter and receiver coils to generate a magnetic field which induces a voltage in the receiver coil. The voltage can then power a smartphone or recharge its battery simply by resting a phone on the Qi pad. Once placed on the pad, a notification pops up to alert the user the device is charging.”
If you are worried that your phone will not be compatible with the new IKEA furniture range, don’t. The majority of smartphones currently being sold on the market come with inbuilt Qi wireless charging (the inductive charging standard). This makes it easy for any phone with this embedded technology to charge from any Qi charging surface. “Through research and home visits, we know that people hate cable mess“, said Jeanette Skjelmose, Ikea business area manager for lighting and wireless charging.”Our new innovative solutions, which integrate wireless charging into home furnishings, will make life at home simpler.” The wireless charging furniture range will be available on IKEA’s website from mid-April.
8 Fun Facts About Tampines
Tampines today is a far cry from its early days as a fishing village known for its sand quarries, orchards and coconut plantations. Tampines has the distinction of being the first town in Singapore to be developed on a precinct concept in 1979 – thereby promoting neighbourliness and a sense of belonging among residents.
Here are 8 fun facts that makes Tampines ever so endearing and liveable.
1. Tampines was named after the Tempinis tree
The Tempines tree (Streblus Elongatus) – Photos courtesy of nparks.gov.sg and tampines.org.sg
Tampines was named after the Tempinis tree (Streblus Elongatus). It is known for its durable timber. Its flowers are small and elongated, arranged in pendulous spikes or catkins.
The tree is valuable for its hard and heavy, yet flexible and durable, timber that can be used for flooring, doors and window frames. It is for this reason that large trees are now scarce.
In Tampines, the tree can be found at Blk 254 Tampines St 21, Blk 146 Tampines Ave 5, Blk 323 Tampines St 33, Blk 498L Tampines St 45, and Blk 714/713 Tampines Ave 9.
2. Tampines is the largest residential area in the city-state of Singapore
Artist’s impression of an aerial view of the proposed Tampines North development. – http://www.hdb.gov.sg
With a total area of 20.61 km2, Tampines is home to a population of about 216,100 people.
Tampines is one of Singapore’s four regional centres (along with Woodlands, Jurong East and future Seletar ), under the plan of the Urban Redevelopment Authority. As a result, the Tampines Regional Centre serves the Tampines residents and the entire East Region.
Tampines is also the second largest commercial hub outside the Central Region of Singapore after the Jurong Lake District. It is in the East Region of the main island. The town is so named because in the 1900s (decade) a large forest of ironwood trees, or tempinis, were there.
3. Tampines has three shopping malls
The Tampines Mall. One of the three shopping malls in Tampines
Tampines has three shopping malls (Tampines Mall, Century Square, and Tampines One) to cater the wide resident base in the entire Eastern part of Singapore.
Tampines Mall and Century Square houses the Golden Village and Shaw Theatres, respectively. While boasting popular shops like Victoria’s Secret, Swarovski, and EDC.
It’s also good to mention that within Tampines, there’s the IKEA Tampines, Giant Hypermarket, and Courts Megastore at Tampines North Drive 2.
4. Tampines will have the Tampines Town Hub in 2016
Artist’s impression of the Tampines Town Hub (TTH) – http://www.dpa.com.sg
Tampines Town Hub (TTH) is a 120,000sqm development that will combine recreational, sporting, community and culture facilities under one roof.
This first-of-its-kind integrated lifestyle destination not only offers Tampines residents a wide range of activities and facilities – its mission is to reconnect Tampines residents together, putting the heart back in the heartlands.
5. Tampines will have three MRTs by 2017
Tampines MRT station (EW2)
Including the existing Tampines MRT station (EW2), Tampines will have two additional underground MRT stations of the Downtown line, namely the Tampines East (DT31) and the Tampines West (DT33).
6. There is a hidden park in Tampines
View from northern shore of Tampines Quarry – sgwalkingroutes.blogspot.sg
The three main parks in the Tampines are Sunplaza Park, at Tampines Avenue 7 and 9. The other parks in Tampines are mainly community areas – Tampines North Park, Tampines Leisure Park, Tampines Central Park, Tampines Park, Festival Park, Tampines Green, Tampines Tree Garden and some neighbourhood parks.
Another park is Tampines Quarry Park, which originally was a sand quarry. As time passed, rain water filled the quarry. It is the only park in Tampines that is not equipped with any facilities, but this park is still popular among residents living nearby. There are no signs to the park and there is no entrance as it is hidden among the greenery. There are hidden pathways to enter.
7. There are two giant cone-shaped structures in Tampines Road
Tampines Newater Service Reservoir – thelongnwindingroad.wordpress.com
No. These are not giant spinning tops nor concealed UFOs like in MIB. These are actually two concrete inverted cone shaped storage tanks built to each hold 8448 cubic metres of NEWater.
But who knows. Maybe they are actually landing bases for UFOs.
8. In 1992, The United Nations awarded the World Habitat Award in the Developed Country Category to HDB for Tampines town
Mr. Hsuan Owyang, Chairman of HDB, receiving the World Habitat Award trophy from Her Royal Highness, Princess Margaret – http://www.park.org
Today, Tampines has one of the most developed regional centres which serve a wide resident base in the entire Eastern part of Singapore. In October 1992, the Building and Social Housing Foundation (BSHF) of the United Nations awarded the World Habitat Award in the Developed Country Category to HDB for Tampines town, an award recognizing innovative and successful human settlements.
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For Sale – 277 Tampines Street 22 (HDB, 4-Room)
For Sale – 277 Tampines St 22, HDB 4A
Imagine your mornings to simplicity. Wake up everyday to being happy.
Start your day to being healthy.
277 Tampines St22 is just nearby the Tampines Changkat Community Club where you can enjoy the open area for exercise machines, full-length basketball court and street football court
Be where you have to be early.
277 Tampines St22 is just steps away from the Griffiths Primary School, The Holy Trinity Church, and 500m from the Tampines MRT. Accessible by the PIE, ECP, and TPE highways.
Enjoy life abundantly.
With 3 nearby malls, Tampines brings the city just at your arms reach. Go shopping, enjoy the cinemas, do your groceries, and dine at your favorites. All yours to choose from.
Come and see to believe.
The 277 Tampines St22. Welcome to your new home.
Unit Address : 277 Tampines St 22
Category : HDB 4 Rooms
Unit Size : 104 sqm (1,119 sqft)
Location : East Region (Singapore)
Built : 1985
Viewing : Call 8180 4136
URL: http://goo.gl/S8EUIe
For more info, please call:
Paul de Leon
Dennis Wee Realty Pte Ltd
CEA Reg. No.: R019100D
Mobile: +65 8180 4136
Email: pauldeleon@dwg.com.sg
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