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RCMA Awards 2026: Singapore Renovation Industry Milestone

With Dulux as Main Sponsor, the inaugural RCMA Awards brought Singapore’s renovation community together at Shangri-La Singapore, celebrating not simply the best projects, but the contractors, designers, suppliers and brands helping move the entire trade forward.

A Night for the Renovation Trade: Inaugural RCMA Awards Marks a Milestone for Singapore’s Renovation Industry  

Discover how Calvin Chen and LYNQR are using modular carpentry to de-bundle renovation, offering Singapore HDB homeowners a more flexible approach to customised carpentry. 

How LYNQR Is Rethinking Modular Carpentry for Singapore HDB Homes 

An award-winning designer with more than 25 years of experience is turning his attention to a new design challenge: making customised carpentry more accessible, scalable and easier to purchase for Singapore homeowners. 

FIRST LOOK: How Calvin Chen and LYNQR Are De-bundling Renovation Through Modular Carpentry 

<h2 class="custom-title">Why Do So Many Renovated Homes Still Feel Busy?&nbsp;</h2>
For many homeowners, renovation is viewed as an opportunity to maximise every available inch of space. Custom carpentry stretches from floor to ceiling, feature walls become focal points, and storage is introduced wherever possible.
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Yet more is not always better.
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Some of the most comfortable homes are not the ones filled with the most elements, but the ones where every decision feels deliberate.
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This 1,292 sqft 5-room HDB in Punggol Way offers an alternative perspective. Designed by D&amp;I Design Interior, the project explores how thoughtful planning, visual restraint and carefully considered detailing can create a home that feels calm, spacious and enduring.
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Rather than relying on dramatic gestures, the design focuses on something less obvious but arguably more important, how the space feels to live in every day.
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&ldquo;The challenge was not how much we could introduce into the space, but how much we could simplify without compromising the way the home functions. The sense of calm comes from those decisions.&rdquo;
&mdash; D&amp;I Design Interior&nbsp;
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<h2 class="custom-body custom-title">Project Snapshot</h2>
Project: Punggol Way
Property Type: 5-Room HDB
Size: 1,292 sqft
Design Style: Minimalist Contemporary
Renovation Budget: Approximately $90,000
Interior Designer: <a href="../../professionals/interior-designers/d-i-design-interior" target="_blank" rel="noopener">D&amp;I Design Interior</a>&nbsp;
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<h2 class="custom-body custom-title">Designing Space Rather Than Filling It</h2>
The first thing that stands out is not a feature wall or a statement material, but the amount of breathing room within the communal spaces.
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From the dining area, sight lines extend comfortably across the living room and towards the windows, allowing daylight to travel deep into the home. Rather than breaking the layout into heavily defined zones, D&amp;I has allowed the various functions to coexist within a shared visual landscape.
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The result is not simply a home that appears larger. It feels less compressed in daily use, with clear circulation paths and enough room for each area to function without competing for space.
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What emerges is a sense of generosity that cannot be measured purely in square footage.
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The space feels composed, uncluttered and easy to move through, qualities that often matter more in daily life than the dimensions shown on a floor plan.
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<h2 class="custom-title">Softening the Everyday&nbsp;</h2>
One of the most memorable details within the home is the curved low-height cabinetry positioned between the dining and kitchen zones. Rather than acting as a divider, it subtly mediates the relationship between the two spaces, introducing softness without interrupting openness.
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Similar gestures appear throughout the project. The arched opening connecting adjacent spaces, rounded wall details and gentle ceiling transitions contribute to a design language that feels consistent rather than repetitive.
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The effect is less about making a statement and more about shaping experience.
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Moving through the home feels natural, with each space flowing into the next without abrupt interruption. Hard corners and rigid transitions are softened, creating an atmosphere that feels welcoming rather than formal.
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It is a subtle intervention, but one that becomes increasingly noticeable the longer one spends in the space.
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<h2 class="custom-body custom-title">The Confidence of Restraint</h2>
Many contemporary homes rely on bold materials and highly customised features to establish identity.
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This project takes a quieter route.
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Warm timber tones, soft neutral finishes and carefully layered lighting form the foundation of the design language. The palette remains disciplined throughout the home, allowing individual elements to complement rather than compete with one another.
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The dining area demonstrates this particularly well. Sculptural lighting and dark timber furniture create visual interest without overwhelming the space. In the kitchen, rounded cabinetry details and integrated storage maintain visual clarity while supporting everyday functionality.
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There is a clear sense that each element has earned its place.
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Nothing feels excessive. Nothing feels introduced purely for effect.
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That restraint gives the home a sense of maturity that many renovations struggle to achieve.&nbsp;
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<h2 class="custom-body custom-title">When Planning Creates Atmosphere&nbsp;</h2>
What makes this project memorable is that its atmosphere is not created through styling alone.
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The atmosphere is shaped through a series of practical decisions, generous circulation around the communal spaces, unobstructed sight lines, access to natural light and a consistent architectural language that ties the home together.
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None of these decisions are particularly dramatic on their own.
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Collectively, however, they establish the clarity and ease that define the home.
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This reflects a philosophy that D&amp;I Design Interior has become known for, one where functionality and aesthetics are developed together rather than treated as separate objectives.
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The result is a home that works well not only in photographs, but in everyday life.
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<h2 class="custom-body custom-title">A Home Designed for Longevity&nbsp;</h2>
Renovation trends move quickly. Colours, finishes and styling preferences that feel current today can often feel dated a few years later.
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What tends to endure are homes that have been planned with clarity and purpose.
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This Punggol Way residence demonstrates that successful design is not necessarily about introducing more features or making bolder statements. Sometimes it is about editing carefully, simplifying where possible and allowing the architecture itself to shape the experience.
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More importantly, it demonstrates that a successful home is not always the one that attracts the most attention.
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Often, it is the one that feels effortless to live in, day after day.
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<h2 class="custom-body custom-title">About D&amp;I Design Interior&nbsp;</h2>
<a href="../../professionals/interior-designers/d-i-design-interior" target="_blank" rel="noopener">D&amp;I Design Interior</a> approaches residential design through a balance of thoughtful planning, technical understanding and practical problem-solving. Rather than focusing solely on aesthetics, the firm prioritises solutions that support the way homeowners live on a daily basis.
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Known for placing needs before wants, D&amp;I believes that the most successful homes are those where functionality and design work together seamlessly. This philosophy allows the studio to create spaces that are not only visually enduring, but also comfortable and adaptable over the long term.
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<h2 class="custom-body custom-title">Frequently Asked Questions&nbsp;</h2>
<h3 class="custom-body custom-subtitle">What makes a 5-room HDB feel more spacious?</h3>
Thoughtful spatial planning, unobstructed sight lines, natural light and well-considered circulation often contribute more to the perception of space than square footage alone.
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<h3 class="custom-body custom-subtitle">Are curved design elements suitable for HDB homes?</h3>
Yes. When used purposefully, curves can soften transitions between spaces and create a more fluid living experience without compromising functionality.
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<h3 class="custom-body custom-subtitle">What is a minimalist contemporary interior design style?</h3>
Minimalist contemporary interiors focus on clarity, restraint and purposeful detailing. The goal is to create spaces that feel calm, functional and timeless.
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<h3 class="custom-body custom-subtitle">How much does a 5-room HDB renovation typically cost?</h3>
Costs vary depending on scope, materials and customisation. Establishing a clear renovation budget and planning strategy early is often the best starting point.
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<h3 class="custom-body custom-subtitle">Why is planning important before renovation begins?</h3>
Planning influences everything from circulation and storage to lighting and daily functionality. In many cases, thoughtful planning has a greater impact on long-term liveability than decorative choices alone.&nbsp;

Discover how D&I Design Interior transformed a 1,292 sqft 5-room HDB in Punggol through thoughtful planning, softened architectural details and a restrained material palette designed for long-term liveability.    

Why This 1,292 sqft Punggol HDB Feels Bigger Than It Really Is

In many Singapore renovations, the instinct is to add more, more storage, more features, more visual impact. This thoughtfully planned 5-room HDB in Punggol by D&I Design Interior takes a different approach. Through careful spatial planning, softened architectural details and a restrained material palette, the home demonstrates how less can often achieve more. 

Designing for Calm: Inside a Thoughtfully Planned 5-Room HDB Renovation in Punggol 

Planning your Costa Grove BTO renovation? Discover 3 practical ways to reconfigure a 4-room layout for couples, families, and multi-generational living, with insights from D&I Design Interior.

How to Plan Your Costa Grove 4-Room BTO Layout (Real Design Approaches)

With Costa Grove set to TOP in Q2 2026, many homeowners are beginning to plan their renovation journey. We explore how a typical 4-room BTO layout can be reimagined in three distinct ways, offering practical insights into how space can be shaped to suit different lifestyles.

Rethinking the Costa Grove 4-Room BTO Layout

SIXiDES and Dulux present “Mark” at Designers’ Night, alongside the launch of the Dulux Preferred Designer Programme, shaping design storytelling in Singapore. 

SIXiDES and Dulux Present “Mark” at Designers’ Night in Singapore 

At a recent Designers’ Night hosted by SIXiDES, the presentation of “Mark”, a short film collaboration with Dulux, signalled a shift in how interior design stories are told. Set within the GROHE Flagship Showroom, the evening brought together Singapore’s renovation and design community for a moment that went beyond product and into meaning. 

Smart Home Tech Show 2026 returns to Suntec Convention Centre from 30 April to 3 May. Discover smart home innovations, guided tours, prize draws and sustainable home upgrades in Singapore. 

Smart Home Tech Show 2026 Singapore: What Homeowners Should Look Out For 

Technology rarely announces itself loudly in a well-designed home. Instead, it quietly improves everyday routines, from security and appliances to energy efficiency and comfort. This April, the Smart Home Tech Show 2026 returns to Suntec Convention Centre, offering homeowners a closer look at the technologies shaping the next generation of living. 

Smart Home Tech Show 2026: Where Technology Meets the Modern Home 

The RCMA Awards 2026 has officially launched, recognising excellence across Singapore’s renovation industry. Discover the award categories, industry support, and what this means for homeowners and professionals. 

RCMA Awards 2026 Launches to Elevate Standards in Singapore’s Renovation Industry

A new industry awards platform aims to recognise excellence, encourage innovation, and strengthen trust across Singapore’s renovation ecosystem. 

RCMA Awards 2026 Launches to Raise Standards Across Singapore’s Renovation Industry 

SIXiDES, Dulux, and Kompacplus came together at Designer’s Night, marking a collective step towards shaping what comes next for Singapore’s interior design industry. 

Designer’s Night: Designing What Comes Next 

<h2>Discipline brings your best outcomes this year, especially through routines, health, and a calmer home base.</h2> <h2 id="isPasted">Outlook for those born in the year of the Snake</h2>2026 calls for caution. Misfortune can arise when routines are careless, so your home must support steadiness. This is the year to protect sleep, keep your diet cleaner, and avoid draining your energy on unnecessary travel or chaos. A well-run home becomes your advantage, because it keeps stress from turning into illness or setbacks. <h2>Career</h2>A brighter outlook is possible, with benefactor support and good results locally and abroad. Innovation and share acquisitions may appear, but stronger fortune is often linked to joyful family occasions. <h2>Work</h2>Workload can be heavy and stressful. Recognition is possible, even promotion or a raise, but you must manage health and pace. <h2>Wealth</h2>Windfalls are more likely when there are joyful occasions in the family. Pay attention to familiar numbers if you must, but avoid risky speculation and know when to stop. <h2>Love and family</h2>Relationships can progress quickly to marriage. Young married couples are encouraged to plan for a child. Married men should be cautious of extramarital affairs, especially if working abroad. Elders may rejoice at grandchildren. Middle-aged women should monitor gynaecological health. Those born in 1953 are advised to avoid overseas travel. <h2>Health</h2>Health needs extra attention, especially for those born in 1953 and 1965, and women monitoring gynaecological issues. Diet and routines matter more than usual. <h2>Power Colours</h2>White, Black, Yellow <h2>Best-Facing Directions</h2>Southeast, Southwest, West <h2>Home Tip</h2>Turn your bedroom into a proper recovery zone. Add blackout curtains if needed, improve airflow, and remove work clutter from the sleep space. Use soft white or warm yellow lighting at night. When sleep improves, everything else becomes easier, including relationships, work performance, and money discipline. <a href="https://www.sixides.com/articles/sixides-2026-chinese-zodiac-home-forecast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Back to main zodiac forecast page</a> <h2> </h2>Renovating soon? The safest first step is not a moodboard. Use the SIXiDES&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sixides.com/equote?utm_source=organic&utm_term=menu&utm_medium=home_page" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">eQuote tool</a>&nbsp;to budget your reno expenses, then let SIXiDES help&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sixides.com/find-my-id?utm_source=organic&utm_term=menu&utm_medium=home_page" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">match you with experienced, reliable interior designers</a>.

Discipline brings your best outcomes this year, especially through routines, health, and a calmer home base.

SNAKE 2026 Home Forecast

Birth years: 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013

December Edition | 8 - 21 December&nbsp;2025 Each home tells a story. This December, we&rsquo;re giving you the pen, or rather, the scroll. Introducing Vote Your Fave &mdash; a monthly giveaway that invites homeowners and design lovers to vote for their favourite interiors and stand a chance to win rewards worth up to $338. What Is Vote Your Fave?<img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/sixides/uploads%2F1765182553847-Dec_Thumbnail+2-02.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Every month, four standout interior design studios put forth their best works &mdash; spaces that capture imagination and elevate everyday living. These are the kinds of projects that inspire anyone planning a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sixides.com/articles/singapore-2024-renovation-budget-condo-renovation-cost-forecast" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">condo renovation</a>, hunting for ideas in&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sixides.com/articles/guide-choosing-an-interior-designer-in-singapore" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">interior design &amp; renovation</a>, or searching for the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sixides.com/articles/best-renovation-contractor-in-singapore" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">best renovation contractor in Singapore</a><a href="https://www.sixides.com/articles/best-renovation-contractor-in-singapore" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">.</a>Every month, four standout interior design studios put forth their best works, spaces that capture imagination and elevate everyday living. The public, that&rsquo;s you, gets to vote across&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sixidesasia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/@sixidesasia" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook</a>.Your engagement shapes the outcome. The design with the most combined votes wins the round, and from that pool of supporters, two lucky winners will be selected. How to Join<img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/sixides/uploads%2F1765182561991-Dec_Thumbnail+2-03.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Participation is effortless, just like good design should be.<ol><li>Follow us @sixidesasia on social media platforms.</li><li>Check out the four featured interior designs for November.</li><li>Like, comment, and share your favourite design post.</li><li>You&#39;re automatically in the running to win.</li></ol> What You Could WinFrom the community of voters who back the winning design, we&rsquo;ll select two winners:<ul><li>1 x Edifier R1280DBs &ndash; Black</li><li>1 x Edifier R1280DBs&nbsp;&ndash; Brown</li></ul> Who Can EnterThe giveaway is open to all homeowners residing in Singapore. Whether you&#39;re planning your dream space or just appreciate clever interiors, you&#39;re invited. Important Dates<ul><li>Campaign Period: 8 - 21 December 2025</li><li>Winners Announced: Shortly after closing via our social media platforms</li></ul> One Month, Two Winner, One Vote AwayVote Your Fave is about more than giveaways. This is the first of many to come. A new month, a new showcase, a new chance to win.&nbsp;So follow us, cast your vote, and join us in this monthly ode to great design. So why not start now?

Each home tells a story. This December, we’re giving you the pen — or rather, the scroll. Introducing Vote Your Fave — a monthly giveaway that invites homeowners and design lovers to vote for their favourite interiors and stand a chance to win rewards worth up to $338.

Vote Your Fave — A Monthly Celebration of Design and Giveaway Worth Up to $338

<div style='-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; clear: both; cursor: text; overflow: visible; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;' id="isPasted"><h2>Why SIXiDES Brings Technical Workshops to the Industry</h2> </div><div style='-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; clear: both; cursor: text; overflow: visible; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'><iframe width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/3kC-8-Ob9L8?si=TZfTWydu9Ln_QUWY" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="">&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</iframe><p style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; overflow-wrap: break-word; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"> At SIXiDES, our goal is to make renovation clearer and more confident for homeowners. One of the biggest gaps we see is in understanding the materials that sit beneath the tiles and d&eacute;cor. These hidden layers: waterproofing, levelling compounds and adhesives, quietly determine whether a bathroom stays dry, whether tiles remain secure, and whether a homeowner faces costly repairs years down the road. This is exactly why we partner with trusted brands such as <a href="https://ardex-quicseal.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Ardex-Quicseal</a>, a key manufacturer in Singapore known for high-performance waterproofing systems, tile adhesives and substrate solutions. Their products appear in almost every home, especially in bathrooms, kitchens and balconies where moisture is a real concern. By giving designers a close-up understanding of these materials, we strengthen the advice they give to homeowners, and that improves renovation outcomes across the entire ecosystem.<p style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; overflow-wrap: break-word; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"> <p style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; overflow-wrap: break-word; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/sixides/uploads%2F1763437899672-Image+1.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> <h3>A Behind-the-Scenes Look at What Really Happens Before Tiles Go Up</h3> The workshop took place at the Ardex-Quicseal Academy Centre, where designers participated in a hands-on tour of the brand&rsquo;s demonstration zones. Here, they watched waterproofing membranes being layered, saw how levelling compounds correct uneven floors, and learned how adhesives behave in different conditions. Seeing these steps performed live made one thing clear: a home&rsquo;s longevity depends heavily on what lies below its visible surfaces.<p style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; overflow-wrap: break-word; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"> <p style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; overflow-wrap: break-word; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/sixides/uploads%2F1763437946437-Image+2.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h3>Technical Knowledge, Explained Simply</h3>After the walkthrough, the Ardex-Quicseal team hosted a product sharing session that broke complex material science into everyday language.&nbsp; Designers gained practical clarity on:&bull; why proper waterproofing prevents long-term seepage&bull; how substrate preparation affects tile stability&bull; what causes tile popping and how to avoid it&bull; how levelling compounds create lasting uniformity&bull; how early material choices influence future maintenance The tone was accessible and friendly, a welcome shift from the often intimidating world of construction materials.<p style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; overflow-wrap: break-word; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"> <p style="-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px 0px 10.6667px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; overflow-wrap: break-word; font-weight: normal; font-style: normal; vertical-align: baseline; font-kerning: none; background-color: transparent; color: windowtext; text-align: left; text-indent: 0px;"><img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/sixides/uploads%2F1763437973001-Image+3.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><h2>A Thoughtful Keynote on Craft, Experience and Empathy</h2>The afternoon closed with a keynote by Jackie Lai, Multi-Award-Winning Designer and Design Director of MCC Singapore. Speaking under the theme If I Have A Time Machine, he reflected on how his instincts evolved through landmark projects including Marina One Residences, Gucci Osteria and the Formula One Corporate Sky Suites &amp; Twenty3. His message was simple but powerful: good design is not just about what you see, but about the empathy, precision and lived experience that shape each decision behind the scenes. <img src="https://s3-ap-southeast-1.amazonaws.com/sixides/uploads%2F1763438004506-Image+4.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"><div style='-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; clear: both; cursor: text; overflow: visible; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;' id="isPasted"> <h2>A Warm Afternoon of Sharing and Connection</h2>The event ended on a relaxed note over refreshments, with designers exchanging experiences, asking questions and connecting over shared challenges. These conversations often spark the most meaningful learning, the kind that shapes everyday practice. <h2>Stay Updated on Upcoming SIXiDES Events</h2>SIXiDES will continue to host learning sessions, workshops and dialogues that deepen industry knowledge and empower homeowners.<a href="https://www.sixides.com/subscribe" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sign up for our newsletter</a> to be the first to hear about future events and educational programmes.</div><div style='-webkit-user-drag: none; -webkit-tap-highlight-color: transparent; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; user-select: text; clear: both; cursor: text; overflow: visible; position: relative; direction: ltr; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web", Arial, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial;'> </div></div>

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A closer look at how SIXiDES and Ardex-Quicseal uncover the hidden layers of construction through a hands-on workshop. Discover how better material knowledge leads to longer-lasting homes.

SIX+ Designer’s Talk x Ardex-Quicseal: Inside the Materials Behind Long-Lasting Homes

SIX+ Designer’s Talk x Ardex-Quicseal: Understanding the Materials That Shape Every Home

At the latest SIX+ Designer’s Talk, SIXiDES and Ardex-Quicseal offered designers a hands-on look at waterproofing, levelling and substrate systems, showing how deeper technical knowledge leads to stronger, longer-lasting homes for Singaporean homeowners.

SIX+ Designer’s Talk x Ardex-Quicseal: Inside the Materials That Shape a Long-Lasting Home

We often obsess over finishes, fittings and colour palettes, yet the real test of a renovation lies in the layers no homeowner ever sees. The latest SIX+ Designer’s Talk, held with Ardex-Quicseal, offered a rare window into the foundations of durability, and why deeper material knowledge matters for every Singapore home.

While the Mediacorp Theatre, a familiar stage for the annual Star Awards, is no stranger to celebrities, it played host to a different kind of star last weekend — colour.

Sixides Insider