We know what you’re thinking, decorating your HDB flat in Singapore doesn’t come cheap. However, as these Singapore homes show, decals could be the cheapest and most convenient way to decorate your home with minimal effort.
We often associate decals with cafes and children’s bedrooms but the right type of decals can enhance the mood of a place instantly. Decals are also a great way for homeowners to express themselves without requiring all that much space. Don’t believe us? Let these gorgeous Singapore homes lead the way:
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Don’t expect rows and rows of ordinary glass cabinets in this toy collector’s home. These decals work just as well in displaying the toys, and is way cooler!
For the children’s bedroom, the designer illustrated a tree wall decal. The vinyl flooring here is not glued down, making it easy to revert to parquet floors when the kids are older.
Words serve as constant inspiration in this home — like the quote on the wall. This quote on the wall by Albert Einstein is laser-cut from sticker paper.
Fluffy light-coloured sofas, cosy soft furnishings and interesting wall art composed of musical note decals and frames make up the living room.
Even the plain glass pane by the staircase of this homeowner’s house is not spared from a little design ingenuity. A quote decal not only works as a decorative touch, but also as an optimistic reminder for the homeowners.
For her apartment in Katong Gardens, this bachelorette-owner chose a mix of vintage and modern furnishings. One wall of the living room is adorned with a decal of The Beatles, a representation of her love of the band.
Unlike wallpaper, wall decals are less costly. You also don’t need that many pieces to create an eye-catching wall that could easily start conversations if you’ve got friends over.
This fun and cheery home features comic theme inspired by the homeowners’ favourite cartoon characters. The graphic stickers draw attention away from the unappealing bomb shelter door and help liven the small study area. The hexagonal pattern also keeps the white walls from appearing bland.
This penthouse apartment at Yio Chu Kang is home a couple in their 30s and two young children. A large, customised decal alludes to the home’s rooftop garden and adds interest to the large expanse of wall.
The designer chose a bright sunshine yellow for the camper van decal. “It brightens the wood-and-white home, and gives it a youthful spark,” she says.
The designer created quirky customisations for the living room, that included the van’s flip-up breakfast table and side lamp. The van’s chair even features a bicycle bell and handgrips. Carmen opted for softer silhouettes and a hand-drawn style, as advised by the fengshui master, setting the tone for a cheerful adventure theme.
Design: Wolf Woof
Text: Eliza Hamzah/Home & Decor