These Home & Décor Stores Have Unique And Eclectic Pieces That Are Perfect For Quick Home Makeovers
From vintage and eclectic to contemporary and stylish, there’s a wide range of home furnishings and decorative pieces to elevate your home.
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Hands up if this is you: You’re stuck at home, no thanks to WFH and HBL. Subconsciously, you find yourself staring at the four walls of your house and it’s annoying you to bits. Before you know it, you’re scrolling through Pinterest or looking at house tours, wishing that your home looked a little more IG-worthy.
It’s unsurprising that the pandemic and spending more time indoors has forced us look at our homes and current living situations in a new light — whether it's realising that the kitchen is cluttered and too tiny, or that the makeshift home office is an ergonomic wreck.
To switch things up at home, all you need are some decorative items or a new hero piece of furniture — you’ll be surprised that a little goes a long way. Wanna find unique pieces? You’ll probably find them at small businesses, like these six home furnishing stores.
China Collection
With its focus on vintage Chinese furniture and Asia-inspired home décor, China Collection’s well curated collection is a reflection of the store owner’s travels across China. Each piece is carefully selected and restored, where necessary, by expert craftsmen in China to ensure that its natural timeworn beauty is retained. Besides tables, chairs, sideboards and consoles, you can also pick up pieces like porcelain jars and vases, decorative screens and even bronzeware like temple bells and rain drums.
252 Joo Chiat Road, Tel: 9858-6889. More info via Facebook and Instagram.
Dwiz Turkish Handicraft
The quaint store specialises in Turkish mosaic lamps that transform your space. Take your pick from a variety of colours and shapes. You can even choose how you want your lamps lit – via electricity or candles. Can’t find what your heart desires? Fret not because while there isn’t a magic genie to grant your wishes, you can still customise your own mosaic lamp to suit the theme of your home.
53 Arab Street, Tel: 6292-5854. More info via Facebook and Instagram
East Inspirations
It all began when owner PK Cheong fell in love with Chinese arts and antiques at the tender age of 20. Since then, he’s been on the hunt for antique ornaments that would spark joy. Turning his passion into a trade, East Inspirations was born. For 30 years, the store has been a treasure trove of an eclectic mix of antique, vintage and modern oriental bits and bobs, that include furniture, lamps, tea sets and even figurines. But that’s not all. Make the most out of your visit and make an appointment to enjoy a tea appreciation session before you head down.
256 South Bridge Road, Tel: 8889-8379. More info via Facebook and Instagram.
Leyon Collections
With a tagline like “Always something nice to enhance your home”, you just know that you’ll find something perfect for your house here. Great for nature lovers, Leyon Collections brings in solid Indonesian teakwood pieces in contemporary designs that will fit any modern home. Deck out your house in a variety of nature-inspired, functional and sturdy furniture pieces, from handcrafted sideboards and consoles to chairs and dining tables. And if you’ve got specific design needs, the team will also be happy to help with customised pieces that are truly one-of-a-kind.
57 Upper East Coast Road, Tel: 6441-1826. More info via Facebook.
Lightcraft
Providing lighting solutions for both residential and commercial projects since 1977, Lightcraft offers an array of lighting options to suit a range of budgets. Take your pick from designer and decorative lightings to recessed LED lights and spotlights that come with the latest technology, control gears and systems for a truly smart home. More importantly, prices are always kept affordable.
131 Jalan Sultan, Tel: 6297-6658. More info via Facebook and Instagram.
The Cinnamon Room
It’s all in the details. If you’re looking to transform your house into a home, this award-winning home décor and lifestyle space is a must-visit, regardless of your style – eclectic, modern luxury or bohemian. It’s easy to lose yourself among the many offerings from artisan-crafted rugs and artworks by Talking Textiles to avant garde homeware and decorative accessories that include baskets by Helping Hands Penan and throws by Buldan’s.
The Worklofts @ Chipbee Holland Village, 43 Jalan Merah Saga, #02-74, Tel: 9727-3051. More info via Facebook and Instagram.
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