{"id":6052,"date":"2017-05-16T13:37:40","date_gmt":"2017-05-16T13:37:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.metroresidences.com\/?p=6052"},"modified":"2018-01-30T17:19:24","modified_gmt":"2018-01-30T09:19:24","slug":"7-great-furnishing-stores-to-look-out-for","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/explore\/7-great-furnishing-stores-to-look-out-for\/","title":{"rendered":"7 Great furniture stores to look out for!"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-4-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#fefeff&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;10px&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;-20%&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221;]<div class=\"divider-wrap\"><div style=\"margin-top: 5px; width: 100px; height: 10px; margin-bottom: 5px;\" data-width=\"100\" data-animate=\"yes\" data-animation-delay=\"\" data-color=\"accent-color\" class=\"divider-small-border\"><\/div><\/div>[vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;7 Great furniture stores to look out for!&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303922065{margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303393915{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]When moving into a new home, it\u2019s always a good practice to spruce it up with some brand new furniture. A home is not quite complete without any of its furniture. The right interior decoration can also go a long way towards helping to turn your house into a home. Thankfully, your choices are endless here in Singapore. Affordability, practicality, or even sometimes just a little bit quirky, there are stores here with something for everyone. Here are 7 great places that we think will definitely help you with all your interior decoration needs![\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Ikea.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"690\" width=\"1050\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/IKEA_Tampines_42.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/IKEA_Tampines_42.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/IKEA_Tampines_42-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/IKEA_Tampines_42-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/IKEA_Tampines_42-1024x673.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303644649{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]This one needs almost no introduction. Looking for a F\u00e4rgrik? Or maybe even a Klippan? With thousands of different styles and selections, not only will you stay amused trying to pronounce these unique item names, but you\u2019re also going to have a great time looking for all your interior d\u00e9cor needs in here. Ikea creates a new experience for visitors every single time they enter the store.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Most importantly, Ikea has an item for all of your living needs. From the usual necessities like bedframes, cupboards or tables, to more trivial household pieces like coffee table decorations for example.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">When it comes to price, Ikea also offers a wide price range for their different products. There are solutions for the budget conscious as well as more premium selections for those willing to spend a little more. Last but not least, the Ikea caf\u00e9 also serves up an excellent Swedish fare. Head there for a scrumptious meal of meatballs and salmon after your long day of shopping.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Ikea Alexandra:<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Address &amp; Contact:\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong>317 Alexandra Road, Singapore 159965 |<strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">\u00a0<\/strong>+65 6786-6868<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Ikea Tampines:<\/strong><strong><br \/>\n<strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Address &amp; Contact:\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong>60 Tampines North Drive 2, Singapore 528764 | + 65\u00a06786-6868\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Star Living.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303675826{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Founded in 1981, Star Living has grown into a large franchise with stores all over Asia. There are currently 7 branches spread across Singapore. Star Living combines practicality and affordability to deliver reliability to the more budget conscious user. Charmingly displayed in all their showrooms are a wide variety of choices, which is also what Star Living stands out from the other online stores.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Star Living houses a range of different brands within its store. These range from \u201cZen Tradition\u201d to \u201cDecoTalk\u201d, with each brand offering its own unique listing of furniture. As such, you\u2019re likely to find something that will catch your attention every time you head over to their store! They also offer delivery options for purchases for larger orders and you can check out more about these options\u00a0<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.starliving.com.sg\/pages\/delivery-info\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Crate &amp; Barrel.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303718133{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]For those looking to go beyond just furnishing your home, Crate &amp; Barrel might just be the place you\u2019re looking for. With polished porcelain tableware and fancy kitchen knickknacks, Crate &amp; Barrel\u2019s higher end offerings and chic designs are every interior designer\u2019s best friend.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Crate &amp; Barrel\u2019s offerings will add a nice touch to your furniture and it also sure to make a statement within your household. You can check out some of their catalogues right\u00a0<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"http:\/\/www.crateandbarrel.com.sg\/productcatalogs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>!<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Address &amp;\u00a0Contact: \u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">2 Orchard Turn, #04-21\/22, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801 |\u00a0+65 6634-4222<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;FortyTwo.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;]<div class=\"img-with-aniamtion-wrap \" data-max-width=\"100%\" data-border-radius=\"none\"><div class=\"inner\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-shadow=\"none\" data-shadow-direction=\"middle\" class=\"img-with-animation \" data-delay=\"0\" height=\"690\" width=\"1050\" data-animation=\"fade-in\" src=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/pexels-photo-609768.jpg\" srcset=\"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/pexels-photo-609768.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/pexels-photo-609768-300x197.jpg 300w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/pexels-photo-609768-768x505.jpg 768w, https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2017\/05\/pexels-photo-609768-1024x673.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, 100vw\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div>[vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303761600{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Another budget-friendly option,\u00a0<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fortytwo.sg\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">FortyTwo<\/a>\u00a0is a home furniture company that focuses on e-commerce by utilising their online site for sale. Think Amazon or eBay, but instead, for furniture. What FortyTwo lacks in terms of a conventional brick and mortar furniture store, it makes up with a convenient online platform and cost savings for you.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">The site also frequently provides clearance sales that offer quality furniture items at a reduced and affordable price. Get a designer\u2019s chair for only $29 or even a whole TV Cabinet for $89. If affordability and ease of search are what you\u2019re looking for, FortyTwo is the place for you.<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nOnline Only | Contact:<\/strong>6777 7667<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;HipVan.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303825904{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.hipvan.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HipVan<\/a>\u00a0is another online option that is easy on the wallet. HipVan not only offers both quality and affordability but also provides many other perks that other furniture stores may not necessarily provide! For large orders of furniture, you might want to consider shopping online with them as they provide free delivery and also assembly for orders above $100! Also, if you change your mind, HipVan offers a 100-day trial on their products. With benefits like these, it\u2019s hard not to consider them when setting up your home for the first time!<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Check out the before and after photos of a\u00a0<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"http:\/\/metroresidences.com\/sg\/\">MetroResidences\u2019 corporate serviced apartment<\/a>\u00a0after our friends over at HipVan have given it a complete\u00a0<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.metroresidences.com\/before-and-after-1-bedroom-apartment-gets-a-modern-makeover-by-metroresidences-hipvan\/\">makeover<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Castlery.&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1517303866383{margin-top: 20px !important;margin-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;]Castlery offers high-end, designed focused furniture all while ensuring they remain reasonably priced. Castlery also brings in collaborations and custom designs with various product designers to provide creativity in their offerings.<\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Furthermore, Castlery also allows you to customize your own furniture in any way you like. Liked a design but wish it came in blue? Simply head to their website to discover all the possible combinations you can make. While their prices might be slightly higher than the others, you can guarantee that you will be satisfied with their quality.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\"><strong style=\"font-style: inherit\">Address &amp;\u00a0Contact:\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">2 Alexandra Road, #01-03A Delta House, Singapore 159919 |\u00a0+65 6744-5333<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\">Lastly, we understand that finding a forever home is a high-involvement process. Whether you are relocating to Singapore or even a local family looking for temporary accommodation while renovating your forever home, MetroResidences can be an option for you. We provide corporate accommodations ranging from\u00a0<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.sg\/en\/serviced-apartments\/Singapore?size=1-bedroom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">studio<\/a>\u00a0to\u00a0<a style=\"font-weight: inherit;font-style: inherit\" href=\"https:\/\/metroresidences.sg\/en\/serviced-apartments\/Singapore?size=3-bedrooms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">3 bedrooms<\/a>, suitable for solo travellers or travellers with family.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/6&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_widget_sidebar enable_sticky=&#8221;true&#8221; sidebar_id=&#8221;blog-sidebar&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;padding-4-percent&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#fefeff&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;10px&#8221; top_margin=&#8221;-20%&#8221; width=&#8221;5\/6&#8243; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;7 Great furniture stores to look out for!&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h1|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":7640,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[3,12],"tags":[47,131,130,129,63],"class_list":["post-6052","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-explore","category-shopping","tag-expat","tag-furniture","tag-hipvan","tag-ikea","tag-serviced-apartment"],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6052","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6052"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6052\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7679,"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6052\/revisions\/7679"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7640"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6052"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6052"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/expat.metroresidences.com\/sg\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6052"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}