Bringing International Design Standards to Singapore Homes.
We combine 20 years of architectural design experience with "Smart Renovation" strategies to create HDBs that are beautiful, flexible, and budget-conscious.
Why RLAB Design Studio?
When we moved to Singapore after two decades of designing upscale residences and commercial spaces in Indonesia, we noticed a frustrating trend in the local renovation market.
Homeowners—especially young couples with BTOs—were being pushed into a "cookie-cutter" model: expensive, wall-to-wall custom carpentry that drained their budgets and made their homes feel smaller.
We believe there is a smarter way.
At RLAB, we bridge the gap between High-End Design and Real-World Budgets. We don't just "decorate." We apply architectural principles—flow, lighting, ventilation, and spatial compression—to maximize every square inch of your flat.
Meet the Expert
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Founder
With over 20 years designing luxury and upscale residences in Indonesia and commercial spaces in SE Asia, we bring International Design Standards to Singapore.
Bringing a rigorous "Architectural Eye" to interior design, he looks beyond the surface. While most designers focus on colors, he focuses on the technical bones of your home: defect liability, cross-ventilation, lighting ergonomics, and construction quality.
He specializes in Value Engineering—the art of achieving a premium look by optimizing costs and using smarter construction methods.
What is Smart Renovation?
We are not a traditional renovation firm that tries to sell you as much carpentry as possible. We are Design Consultants who are on your side.
01. Layout First, Shopping Later
We don't buy furniture until we have optimized the floor plan. We identify "dead zones" in standard HDB layouts and unlock them using smart spatial planning.
02. The "Carpentry-Lite" Approach
Custom carpentry is expensive and permanent. We specialize in using high-end Modular Systems (like IKEA hacks and curated retail pieces) integrated with essential wet works. This approach saves you ~30% compared to traditional renovation and allows your home to adapt as your family grows.
03. Transparency & Technical Rigor
We apply commercial project management standards to residential homes. This means strict timelines, clear communication, and a focus on durability. No hidden markups, no vague quotes.
