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Home decor alternatives in Singapore

0 Liked Posted on: 23rd March 2023

Looking to revamp your living space but tired of the same old IKEA? Afraid that your home will not stand out from the next due to the similar IKEA aesthetic? Fear not, as there are way more home interior sources in Singapore than meets the eye. Do not let your adventure stop at just IKEA (Although it is just as great). Go beyond your comfort zone and check out this list of home decor alternatives we’ve put together to kickstart your journey.

     

1. Support Indie Creators

   

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Instead of visiting mainstream furniture stores, you might want to look out for smaller and indie creators. You can be sure that your interior will be unique if you curate your space with home decor from indie creators. Unlike places like IKEA where items are sold in bulk and wholesale, you won’t be sharing the same furniture as someone else.

      

If you are looking for somewhere to start, you could check out Instagram where many small indie businesses curate their catalogue, for instance Studio Yono. Otherwise, you could also check out the ever accessible Etsy!

  

2. Nostalgia Home Decor

   

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With vintage being the trend, you might want to reconnect with some nostalgia pieces to illuminate your home. To aid your journey, you can check out our other blog post here where we curate some local vintage home decor shops you could visit!

      

3. Second Hand Shops  

   

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Still wondering where else you can find unique pieces for your abode? Maybe you might find a sense of belonging with one of these items from a second hand store. Filled with intricate curios, there is so much to explore and unearth. Furthermore, it’s eco-friendly and sustainable. If you aren’t too sure here are some shops you can check out first - objects.re or Hock Siong & Co. Otherwise, you can also scour Carousell to unearth hidden gems.

  

4. Explore

  

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Maybe you are someone who believes in chance and fate. Scout the area and you might be greeted by a serendipitous find to grace your home. Some of the places to start off your journey is Chinatown’s People’s Complex which is scattered with hidden gems. Otherwise, if you want to do a little more research to figure out your itinerary, you can check out this website that is curated by some local brand enthusiasts: Wearwelive. 

   

    

5. DIY Ideas

       

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(Photo Credit: ​​Samuel Goh Photography)

       

You could DIY your home interior!

    

The great thing about DIY is that you get to be in control. You can make the things you need, the way you want them, and save yourself some money while you're at it. You could try pottery, creating a photo print drapery, or even painting your own walls to your own creativity and personality.
    

    

6. Fill your Home with Memories

   

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Fill your home with familiarity and love. A way to do that is by decorating it with frames or portraits of your family. At FotoHub, you can create your own personalised home decor such as a photo canvas or a metal print.
      

7. Your Hobbies

        

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How about decorating your home with things that bring you joy or even pride? Maybe you have boxes of comic books kept away in your store room? Or figurines that have not been opened up yet. Why keep them away when you can flaunt it. It’s no small feat to amass such a collection!

    

8. Crystals

        

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Crystals are the trend now. People believe them to bring various assets such as luck and wealth. For the non-believers, these crystals also work as wonderful statement pieces, Afterall, who wouldn’t want pretty rocks adorning their homes?

   

9. Art Prints

        

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Perhaps you are a connoisseur of the arts? Surround yourself with portraits or prints of art and feel inspired. You can simply paste the art prints as it is or get them framed up. Build your little museum of art!

If you are an artist yourself, definitely check out FotoHub's home decor or prints category and print out your own works in the highest definition!

  

10. Potted Plants

        

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(Photo Credit: @pot.in.retro on Instagram)

  

Everyone is a plant mom these days. Nurturing a plant in your living space is therapeutic for the mind and also provides fresh air to your surroundings as well. If you are confident in your abilities to nurture a plant, you should definitely decorate your home with some of these greenery! You can start from home-based businesses or various nurseries in Singapore.

  

Conclusion

      

Decorating your own living space isn’t a common occurrence and it is, in some ways, a form of expression. Don’t just stick to IKEA or Muji to get your home decor. Set yourself apart from other people and seek out unique alternatives to create the perfect home for yourself! With FotoHub, you could find more ideas and alternatives as well!

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