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This week on The SIXiDER Show, we welcome Adrian Kok, Head of Retail at Formica to discuss how the iconic brand&mdash;over 100 years strong&mdash;is evolving to stay relevant in today&#39;s competitive interior surface market. We explore:🏛️ Formica&rsquo;s legacy and how it became a household name worldwide🌱 The brand&rsquo;s strategy to connect with younger homeowners in Singapore🛡️ The science and performance behind their high-performing surfaces🎯 How Formica balances tradition with innovation in a fast-changing industry Whether you&rsquo;ve seen Formica in your childhood home or are considering it for your next renovation, this episode offers a rare peek into a brand that&rsquo;s both timeless and forward-looking.

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This week on The SIXiDER Show, we welcome Adrian Kok, Head of Retail at Formica to discuss how the iconic brand—over 100 years strong—is evolving to stay relevant in today's competitive interior surface market.

Trends Fade, Laminates Stay - Adrian Kok

The SIXiDER Show EP10

In this episode of The SIXiDER Show, we sit down with Patrick Yap, founder of Go Design, to unpack one of the longest-standing conversations in the local interior design scene &mdash; the infamous $30K renovation budget. For years, homeowners in Singapore have treated $30,000 as the &ldquo;standard&rdquo; price tag for a full home makeover. But is that budget still realistic in today&rsquo;s market? We discuss:💰 The origin and evolution of the &quot;$30K reno&quot; mindset📉 How inflation, material costs, and expectations have changed the game🏠 What homeowners can realistically achieve with different budgets today⚠️ Where corners might be cut when budgets are too tight🎯 Patrick&rsquo;s honest take on how to spend smart without sacrificing quality If you&#39;re planning a renovation and holding onto that $30K figure &mdash; this episode is a must-watch before you start.

In this episode of The SIXiDER Show, we sit down with Patrick Yap, founder of Go Design, to unpack one of the longest-standing conversations in the local interior design scene — the infamous $30K renovation budget.

Why Always 30K? - Patrick Yap

The SIXiDER Show EP11

In this episode of The SIXiDER Show, we sit down with Melvin Ong, the founder of Chapter13 Interior Design, and a seasoned interior designer with over 15 years of experience in the Singapore renovation scene. Melvin shares:&nbsp;✔️ His journey in the interior design industry✔️ What makes Chapter13 stand out✔️ Common renovation mistakes homeowners make✔️ How trust, transparency, and experience shape good design✔️ What every homeowner should know before they renovate If you&rsquo;re planning a home makeover, working with an Interior Designer, or just curious about how the industry really works behind the scenes&mdash;this episode is for you.

In this episode of The SIXiDER Show, we sit down with Melvin Ong, the founder of Chapter13 Interior Design, and a seasoned interior designer with over 15 years of experience in the Singapore renovation scene.

When The Cashflow Is Low, That's When The Scam Happens - Melvin Ong

The SIXiDER Show EP2

In this eye-opening episode of The SIXiDER Show, Astley (a.k.a. The Designerd) sits down with Cayden Lee, Snr. Interior Designer of Saege Interior, to talk about renovation scams, emotional selling and the psychological effect 3D visualisations have in the sales process.&nbsp; They also dive deep into:<ol style="margin-left: 20px ;"><li>The reality of renovation scams in Singapore</li><li>How homeowners can be misled by polished presentations</li><li>Why being transparent in costings is important but Homeowners will still get duped.</li><li>What to look out for before signing that reno deal</li></ol> If you&#39;re planning a renovation or have ever been wowed by a 3D render and fancy sales talk&mdash;you need to hear/watch this. 🔍 Get real insight. Ask the right questions. Protect your reno journey.

In this eye-opening episode of The SIXiDER Show, Astley (a.k.a. The Designerd) sits down with Cayden Lee, Snr. Interior Designer of Saege Interior, to talk about renovation scams, emotional selling and the psychological effect 3D visualisations have in the sales process. 

As Long As I Haven't Handover, I'm Not Done! - Cayden Lee

The SIXiDER Show EP1

In this brutally honest episode of The SIXiDER Show, we talk about what really happens when homeowners try to go the DIY route&mdash;without fully understanding what they&rsquo;re getting into. Joining us is Benjamin Toh, founder of M2D (formerly M2 Decor) and the designer behind Quan Yi Fong&rsquo;s home, as we dive into the 3 most common types of DIY renovation approaches:&nbsp;🛠️ 1. Everything Hands-On &ndash; You&#39;re in full control, but at what cost?&nbsp;🔄 2. Hybrid &ndash; A mix of self-managing and working with freelancers or IDs.&nbsp;📞 3. Go Direct &ndash; Engaging contractors directly&hellip; but skipping the design phase. We explore:&nbsp;&ndash; Why DIY renovations often go sideways&nbsp;&ndash; Common mistakes homeowners make when trying to save money&nbsp;&ndash; The hidden costs of &ldquo;going direct&rdquo;&nbsp;&ndash; When to call in the professionals&nbsp;&ndash; Why trust, planning, and communication matter more than ever&nbsp; 💡 If you&#39;re planning a reno and thinking &ldquo;how hard can it be?&rdquo;, watch this first.

In this brutally honest episode of The SIXiDER Show, we talk about what really happens when homeowners try to go the DIY route—without fully understanding what they’re getting into.

Trends Fade, Laminates Stay - Adrian Kok

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