Best Home Investments + Things We Said We'd Never Get!
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- Modern Organic
- HDB (Maisonette)
- โฅ1,500 sqft
- 4 br
- Living with Family
When it comes to outfitting our home, itโs all about blending aesthetics with functionality. As much as we love a good design, what really gets us excited is investing in pieces that not only look good but also serve a real purpose in our daily life. From the functional to the fancy, these are the investments that make our modern organic space feel like home, and theyโve really upped our lifestyle game. In this weekโs post, weโll be sharing our favourite home investments โ the ones that have truly made a difference and are worth every penny! Letโs begin with three things we said weโd ๐๐๐๐๐ get, yet now canโt imagine living withoutโproof that sometimes, the right investment changes everything! ๐ And then, weโll move on to other items weโve carefully chosen for the home that not only fit our modern organic aesthetic but have also made daily life so much easier. Letโs dive in! ๐ญ. ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ๐ฟ๐บ๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ ๐ง๐ ๐ฒ One of the best investments weโve made in the kitchen has got to be the Thermomix TM6! At first, we were ๐ด๐ฐ not into the idea of a Thermomix. Weโre the kind of people who love the sounds of a simmering pot and the rhythmic cling-clang of a ladle against the sides of the pot. We were even convinced the Thermomix wasnโt for us, thinking we were too set in our ways for such a high-tech gadget! We swore weโd ๐ฏ๐ฆ๐ท๐ฆ๐ณ cave and get one. But then, after hearing a friendโs countless stories about how the Thermomix completely transforms cooking and saves so much time, weโll admitโฆwe splurged. ๐คญ So, from a skeptic to a total convert, weโre now fully on the TM6 train! Honestly, if youโre thinking about getting a kitchen gadget, the TM6 is a no-brainer. It does EVERYTHING! Weโre talking chopping, steaming, stirring, kneadingโitโs pretty much your personal chef in one device. You just throw in your ingredients, hit a button, and walk away. It even stirs for you, so no more standing by the stove making sure nothing burns. We love that it saves us SO MUCH TIME. While it cooks, we can do other things, and when itโs done preparing our dish, cleaning up is a breeze with less mess! Youโre not juggling a million different appliances to clean. Trust us, if you want to save time, reduce mess, and actually enjoy cooking, the TM6 is totally worth it! ๐ฎ. ๐ฅ๐ผ๐ฏ๐ผ๐ฟ๐ผ๐ฐ๐ธ ๐ค๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ผ ๐ ๐ฎ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ Okay, so in our previous 3RM flat, we used a cordless stick vacuum, and it worked fine. So when we moved, we figured weโd just stick to the same. Turns out, it quickly became a choreโlugging it around, emptying the dustbin constantly, ๐๐ฃ๐ still having to mop after. Thatโs when we decided it was time to ๐ง๐ช๐ฏ๐ข๐ญ๐ญ๐บ get a robot vacuum. We used to think a robot vacuum was just a nice-to-have, but after switching to the Roborock, weโre never going back! First off, the fact that it vacuums ๐ข๐ฏ๐ฅ mops on its own is already a win. No more dragging a vacuum around or spending time going over the same spots! We just press start (or schedule it), and it does the job while we do literally ๐ข๐ฏ๐บ๐ต๐ฉ๐ช๐ฏ๐จ ๐ฆ๐ญ๐ด๐ฆ. Alright, let us tell you about the Roborock QRevo Master. Weโve got different floor textures around the house - vinyl flooring, tiles in the kitchen, and then rugs in the living and entryway - so itโs a mix that definitely needs something with some serious cleaning power. So, we didnโt just grab any vacuumโwe did ๐ข ๐ญ๐ฐ๐ต of research. We watched reviews, compared all the QRevo models, and finally we decided on the QRevo Master for a number of reasons. Firstly, the flexi-arm design with the extendable side brush and mop is a huge plus. It truly gets into all those tricky corners and hard-to-reach spots! We also appreciate the DuoRoller brush that prevents hair tangling. And because it runs daily, the house stays consistently clean instead of us waiting until we have time (or energy) to vacuum. So, yes! We ditched our cordless vacuum, and honestly? Zero regrets! ๐ฏ. ๐ป๐ผ๐๐ถ๐๐ฎ ๐๐ป๐๐๐ฎ๐ป๐ ๐๐ผ๐/๐๐ผ๐น๐ฑ ๐ฅ๐ข (๐ฅ๐ฒ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ๐๐ฒ ๐ข๐๐บ๐ผ๐๐ถ๐) ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ถ๐๐ฝ๐ฒ๐ป๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ช๐ญ๐ฒ We didnโt think we needed a hot/cold water dispenser because, like most people, we grew up in households where cold water came straight from the fridge. So we thought, ๐ธ๐ฉ๐บ ๐ง๐ช๐น ๐ธ๐ฉ๐ข๐ต ๐ช๐ด๐ฏโ๐ต ๐ฃ๐ณ๐ฐ๐ฌ๐ฆ๐ฏ? Which is why we didnโt even factor in a tankless water dispenser during our renovation. Then reality hitโmy dad (who is now staying with us) is the ultimate water guzzler, making endless trips to the fridge for refills. And since constantly opening the fridge isnโt exactly great for its efficiency, we finally caved and got one. Since we hadnโt planned for a built-in option, we went with a portable one instead. The good thing about the novita W16 Dispenser is that itโs not bulky at all! Itโs actually sleek enough to fit into a small countertop space in our kitchen, and its aesthetics blend in seamlessly. Itโs been such a great addition to our home that we get the hype nowโbut weโre still not going tankless! Weโre perfectly happy with this setup, and honestly? No regrets here as well! Funny how we once swore weโd never get a Thermomix, a robot vacuum, or a water dispenser, huh? Yet here we are, happily swallowing our own words (and enjoying the perks)! Turns out, some things really ๐๐ง๐ worth the hype! Okay, so now letโs move on to other investments weโve made around the home that make daily life easier, more efficient, and just a little more enjoyable! ๐ฐ. ๐ ๐ฎ๐ด๐ป๐ฒ๐๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ฅ๐๐ฏ๐ฏ๐ถ๐๐ต ๐๐ต๐๐๐ฒ ๐ ๐ฒ๐๐ต One of our unexpected but highly valuable investments was the magnetic mesh we added on top of our indoor rubbish chute. Since our resale home has a chute inside the house, it was crucial to find a solution to keep it clean and free from unwanted pests. This simple yet brilliant addition does exactly thatโit creates a barrier that prevents any unwanted guests from sneaking in, while still allowing us to easily access and use the chute. It's one of those little details that, while often overlooked, makes a world of difference in maintaining cleanliness and peace of mind! ๐ฑ. ๐๐๐๐ผ๐บ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ฐ ๐๐ฎ๐ ๐๐ถ๐๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐ผ๐ The Baymax, our automatic cat litter box from CatLink, has been such a worthy investment. We no longer have to manually scoop Buckyโs litter every night, which has saved us time and hassle. Itโs also been fantastic at keeping odours away, so our home stays smelling fresh. Bucky definitely approves of the Baymaxโhe enjoys having a clean litter box whenever he needs it! ๐ฒ. ๐ซ๐ถ๐ฎ๐ผ๐บ๐ถ ๐ฆ๐บ๐ฎ๐ฟ๐ ๐๐ถ๐ฟ ๐ฃ๐๐ฟ๐ถ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐๐น๐ถ๐๐ฒ When it came to air purifiers, we were left disappointed with our previous experience with a different brand. Letโs just say it was a total bust, and we didnโt see any improvement in air quality or pet dander situation. So, we decided to do our homework and dive into research, watching YouTube reviews and comparing models to find something that would actually live up to the hype. Enter the Xiaomi Smart Air Purifier Elite! Itโs been such a solid investment. Not only has it made a noticeable difference in the air quality (weโve even noticed less of Buckyโs fur floating around), but itโs also aesthetically perfect for our space. The design is sleek and modern, and it fits seamlessly into our living room, standing tall and commanding attention without being bulky. Plus, since we already use Xiaomi cameras in the house, the fact that we can control the purifier all from one app was a huge win. Itโs the kind of piece that not only improves our air but complements the overall vibe of our home. And so far? Itโs been totally worth it! ๐ณ. ๐๐ ๐ญ๐ฐ/๐ญ๐ฌ๐ธ๐ด ๐ข๐ฏ๐ท๐ฒ๐ ๐ช๐ฎ๐๐ต ๐ง๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟโข The LG Wash Towerโข is honestly like the crown jewel of our laundry space. A washer and dryer in one glorious tower? Fancy, right? But itโs not just about looks; this piece is all about functionality too. The nature green and cream colour scheme is so on point with our homeโs aesthetic, blending effortlessly with the rest of our space. The sleek touch screen control panel is so intuitive, the pre-heat dryer function is a total win, and the steam technology to reduce wrinkles is an excellent plus! What really sold us, though, is the super quiet operation with less vibration โ no more annoying rumbles while weโre trying to relax. And the best part? We no longer have to deal with emptying the dryer water reservoir anymore (goodbye to that task we ๐ณ๐ฆ๐ข๐ญ๐ญ๐บ didnโt miss from our previous dryer). Everythingโs integrated and streamlined, so laundry time is now easier and more efficient. Itโs the perfect mix of form and function, and weโre loving it! ๐ด. ๐๐๐๐๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ง๐ฎ๐ฏ๐น๐ฒ When it came to finding the perfect dining table for our home, letโs just say it wasnโt exactly an easy feat. We went on an arduous search to find something that fit the vibe of our modern organic space, but nothing really made our hearts sing. After a lot of searching and debating, we decided it was time to drop some serious moolah and splurge on a customised table that would truly fit the vision. We worked with KayuSg to design the legs to be arched, complementing the overall aesthetic of the home. The base and sintered stone top were provided by our ID, and we matched the top with the kitchen countertop since the dining area is an extension of the kitchen. It just made sense to keep things cohesive. Sometimes, when you canโt find something that really speaks to you, the smart move is to customise. We didnโt want to settle for a design that didnโt fully align with the space we had in mind. We also opted against a curved or oval table top to maximise seating spaceโbecause we wanted to make sure we could comfortably seat 8 people. The result? A stunning, functional piece that completes the space and feels ๐ซ๐ถ๐ด๐ต right! ๐ต. ๐ฆ๐ผ๐๐น ๐ฆ๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ ๐ฒ๐ฟ๐ด๐ผ๐ป๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐ฐ ๐ผ๐ณ๐ณ๐ถ๐ฐ๐ฒ ๐ฐ๐ต๐ฎ๐ถ๐ฟ Finding the perfect office chair to complement our curved office table in the master bedroom was no easy task. Since the Mrs is the one who works on the computer more, we knew we needed a chair that would allow her to sit cross-legged comfortably while also promoting good posture. We went on an endless hunt, but after trying a few options that just didnโt feel quite right, we stumbled upon the Soul Seat โ and it was a total win! This chair was definitely a worthy investment for both its functionality and the way it elevates the look of the room. Now, we know some people might question the lack of a traditional backrest or back support. But hereโs the thing: not having back support actually encourages mindfulness about posture. It keeps us more aware of sitting up straight and prevents us from unintentionally slouching. We did have some concerns about sitting cross-legged for extended periods, but after watching countless videos from physiotherapists and chiropractors, we learned that sitting in any position for long periods of time isn't ideal โ sitting itself is often referred to as โthe new smoking.โ The key is to get up, stretch, and move around regularly. So sitting cross-legged isnโt actually any worse than sitting in any other position for long stretches. Plus, for the Mrs, sitting cross-legged encourages better posture and keeps her more mindful throughout the day. The Soul Seat supports all of this by providing a design that encourages active sitting and promotes better posture naturally. It's a minimalist, functional choice that's perfect for our home office space and our work habits. Ergonomics aside, the aesthetics of the Soul Seat are a huge win. The wood base perfectly complements the wood elements in our room, tying the space together beautifully. The cream colour we chose for the seat blends effortlessly with the rest of the room's neutral tones, creating a calm and cohesive look. Itโs not just a functional piece; itโs an elegant addition to the office that enhances the overall design of our space! Itโs still on its way because we ordered it from the US, but weโll be sure to post an update once it arrives! Canโt wait to see it in person and finally add that finishing touch to the room. ๐ญ๐ฌ. ๐๐๐๐๐ผ๐บ๐ถ๐๐ฒ๐ฑ โ๐บ๐ฒ๐ต๐ฟ๐ฎ๐ฏโ ๐ถ๐ป ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐บ๐๐๐ผ๐น๐น๐ฎ๐ต Having a dedicated prayer space (๐ฎ๐ถ๐ด๐ฐ๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ฉ) in our home was incredibly important to us, both for our family and for any guests who visit. Itโs a space that promotes serenity, mindfulness, and a deeper connection to our faith. And, of course, it wouldnโt feel complete without a ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ณ๐ข๐ฃ โ the architectural feature that marks the direction of prayer. The ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ณ๐ข๐ฃ in a ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ด๐ฐ๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ฉ serves not only as a functional element, guiding worshippers towards the qibla, but it also adds a sense of grandeur and sacredness to the space. We had a clear vision of how we wanted the ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ณ๐ข๐ฃ to look, but when we couldnโt find any local companies capable of bringing our design to life, we expanded our search and found a company in Malaysia that could execute it perfectly. The investment, including the shipping process from Kuala Lumpur, was absolutely worth it. The ๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ณ๐ข๐ฃ has added such a unique and elevating touch to our ๐ฎ๐ถ๐ด๐ฐ๐ญ๐ญ๐ข๐ฉ - itโs not just a functional piece; it enhances the atmosphere of the entire room, turning it into a truly special place for prayer and reflection. โค๏ธ ๐ญ๐ญ. ๐๐ก๐ ๐๐ฎ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ฒ๐ป๐ด๐ฟ๐ฎ๐๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐ผ๐ป ๐ผ๐๐ฟ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐ผ๐ธ๐ฒ๐ฟ ๐ต๐ผ๐ผ๐ฑ ๐ฐ๐ผ๐๐ฒ๐ฟ The CNC laser cut engraving of our home logo that we requested on our cooker hood cover was one of those details that made our kitchen feel uniquely ours. After designing the logo ourselves, we worked closely with our interior designer to make sure the engraving on the cooker hood was exactly how we envisioned it, and the result is a stunning and intricate engraving that perfectly complements the sleek look of our kitchen! While it was a bit of a splurge, it was totally worth it! Adding this personalised touch has not only made our kitchen feel more intimate and reflective of our style, but it's also become a great conversation starter with guests. Whenever we have people over, they always comment on it and ask about the meaning behind the logo, which leads to some interesting and fun conversations. It's a small but meaningful detail that makes a big impact, and it was definitely a good move to invest in something that adds character and a personal touch to our home. At the end of the day, our approach to home investments isnโt about following trends or splurging on things we donโt truly need. For us, itโs all about investing in pieces that enhance both our everyday comfort and our sense of happiness. Whether itโs the ergonomic chair that makes long hours feel effortless, the time saved by our robot vacuum, or the convenience of a multi-functional kitchen gadget, these choices have transformed the way we live, work, and enjoy our space. Each decision, from custom furniture pieces to bespoke designs, has been a step toward creating a home that truly reflects who we are. Whether itโs the personalized dining table or the โmehrabโ in our musollah, these thoughtful touches bring warmth and character to our homeโdetails that wouldnโt feel as meaningful with off-the-shelf solutions. What home investments have had a big impact on your daily life? Weโd love to hear about themโdrop a comment below and share your favourites with us! And as usual, thank you for reading! โค๏ธ Till the next post! ๐๐ฝ
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