HDB Resale
37 Lim Liak
Full Home Interior & Carpentry
"The earthy green tone calms you. Sunlight filters through the blinds, casting soft patterns. Warm wood and lush plants ground the space, making it feel like home."
4.7 ★ · 23 Google reviews · 16+ Years Experience
Thoughtfully Crafted Interiors, Built for How Singapore Lives
From HDB BTO flats to private condominiums, Cecil Oh and Jax Ong combine 16+ years of hands-on renovation experience with bespoke carpentry and calm, timeless spatial planning.
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Direct Founder Supervision
Cecil Oh & Jax Ong lead on-site
16+ Years In Business
Founded by Cecil Oh in 2017 with deep trade roots across Singapore residential estates.
Transparent Quotation Guarantee
Exhaustive itemized line items. What you see is what gets built — zero hidden surprises.
HDB-Compliant Standards
Strict adherence to BCA regulations, HDB renovation permits, and certified sub-trades.
Defect Rectification Promise
Personal founder accountability. We do not walk away until every joint and hinge is right.
Capabilities & Craft
Our Design & Renovation Services
From compact BTO homes to expansive private residences and commercial spaces, we design with clarity, purpose, and livable warmth.
HDB BTO & Resale Renovation
Tailored layouts for 2-room Flexi, 3-room, 4-room, 5-room, and resale flats. Maximizing compact footprints with intelligent flow.
- Space optimization & hacking permits
- Custom storage & concealed doors
- HDB licensed sub-contractors
Condominium Transformations
Refined spatial planning for new developments and resale condos. Modern luxury centered on timeless materiality over fleeting trends.
- MCST liaison & insurance submissions
- Dry & wet kitchen integration
- Architectural lighting design
Bespoke Carpentry & Build
In-house carpentry fabrication ensuring precise fit, Blum hardware, fluted timber profiles, and durable laminate selections.
- Full-height wardrobing & vanity units
- Fluted panels & concealed pivot doors
- Soft-close hinges & heavy-duty runners
Commercial & A&A Works
Workplace interiors, boutique F&B dining environments, and retail shopfronts engineered for brand identity and functional traffic flow.
- F&B kitchen & dining layout design
- Fire safety & SCDF code compliance
- Turnkey project handover
The Makers Craft Guarantee
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Meet The Makers: Personal Accountability on Every Site
Unlike large sales-driven interior design agencies where your account is passed between commissioned sales reps and third-party subcontractors, The Makers Design Studio was founded on direct craftsman involvement.
"Whether you have a 2-room BTO flexi flat or a penthouse, you receive our complete, undivided attention. We run our own job sites, coordinate our own carpenters, and personally inspect every corner before handover."— Cecil Oh (Founder, 16+ Years Experience) & Jax Ong (Lead Designer)
Zero Unit-Size Discrimination
Every home deserves patient spatial planning, no matter the floor area.
Weekly WhatsApp Milestones
Frequent photos and video updates so overseas and busy homeowners rest easy.
Itemized Transparency
No vague lump sums. Every electrical point, tile, and cabinet is clearly costed.
Defect Rectification Handover
We do not rush the final handover. All punch list defects are rectified by our team.
Featured Work
Recent Residential Transformations
Explore homes crafted across Singapore with balanced lighting, natural timber tones, and functional spatial rhythm.
HDB Resale
HDB BTO
Woodlands Spring
4-Room BTO Spatial Planning
"Muted tones wrap around you. Every detail creates a rhythm that slows the day and lets the world fade away. Custom full-height cabinetry with hidden handle detailing."
Condominium
644 Jurong West
Complete Modern Transformation
"The soft curves draw you in. Warm wood grounds the space. Light shifts across muted tones, creating a quiet rhythm. Every detail invites stillness into daily life."
Methodology
Our 9-Step Renovation Journey
From your first floor plan submission to the moment you unlock your front door, here is how we ensure a frictionless build.
01
Initial Proposal & Concept
We listen closely to your lifestyle, study your floor plan, and prepare a tailored preliminary scope, indicative timeline, and budget estimate.
02
On-Site Laser Measurement
Precise on-site assessment of ceiling heights, structural beams, DB box locations, plumbing stacks, and existing site conditions.
03
Schematic & Space Planning
Exploration of structural hacking feasibility, traffic flow, spatial ergonomics, and preliminary furniture layout options.
04
Design Development
Tactile material selections at showrooms (Hafary tiles, laminates, quartz worktops), 3D perspectives, and lighting schemes.
05
Construction Technical Drawings
Detailed architectural blueprints covering structural hacking, electrical points, plumbing runs, and precision carpentry fabrication.
06
Itemized Quotation & Contract
Exhaustive line-item cost breakdown with zero hidden fees. Clear milestone payment schedule and formal contract sign-off.
07
Site Construction & Weekly Updates
Hacking, masonry, wet works, and joinery under Cecil & Jax's direct site supervision with weekly WhatsApp photo/video updates.
08
Loose Item & Styling Proposal
Expert curation of loose furniture, ambient light fixtures, curtains, and styling accessories to complete the aesthetic harmony.
09
Defect Rectification & Handover
Joint walk-through defect checklist, meticulous touch-ups, chemical cleaning, and seamless key handover.
Authentic Feedback
Real Stories from Singapore Homeowners
Word-for-word client testimonials verified on Google. Honest relationships built on trust, transparency, and reliable delivery.
Google review
“I’m often away from Singapore, do not have the time to monitor the renovation progress. Despite the small unit, Jax took up this project with no discrimination! He treated this project as if it were his home and completed it wholeheartedly, with genuinity! From our first meeting, I could feel his commitment to creating a home that truly reflected my lifestyle and preferences. He listened patiently to every idea, paid attention to the smallest details, and always took the time to offer thoughtful suggestions without ever being pushy. Today, i step into my home, I feel grateful and happy.”
Google review
“Had a really good experience working with Cecil and the team for my new condo renovation. They were reliable throughout the process, paid attention to the smaller details, and were frictionless to communicate with (the team is sooo smart and can immediately understand my requirement- which is very rare among IDs TBH). What I appreciated most was their design sense and aesthetic judgment. They have a tasteful and well-balanced approach that feels thoughtful, elegant, and classic rather than overly trendy. I also want to highlight the superb carpentry craftsmanship and lighting effect.”
Google review
“Really happy to have Xian Yang and Cecil design and renovate our home! They were patient, kind, and very accommodating to all our requests. They understood the theme we were going for and brought the design to life. Highly recommend them if you’re looking for reliable and responsible interior designers!”
Google review
“Jax & Cecil delivered the renovation in a timely manner with frequent relevant updates to us home owners. Their inputs on design and functionality have been very helpful in planning for our space. Jax is very responsive and responsible, ever present to reply our queries any time of the day. Overrall, we are very satisfied with the outcome and the fuss free experience.”
Locality Coverage
Homes We Transform Across Singapore
With 16+ years of active trade presence, we have designed and renovated residences throughout every major HDB estate and private residential corridor in Singapore.
Woodlands & Marsiling
Bidadari & Potong Pasir
Punggol & Sengkang
Tampines & Pasir Ris
Bukit Batok & Jurong West
Tengah Plantation BTO
Ang Mo Kio & Bishan
Toa Payoh & Circuit Road
Bedok North & South
Upper Paya Lebar & Meyer Rd
Get In Touch
Start Your Renovation Conversation
Share your floor plan and preliminary requirements. Cecil Oh and Jax Ong will review them and provide genuine, practical guidance.