About Furniture

Welcome to our blog About Furniture. With over 50 years of experience in the craft of furniture making, our Carpenters and Designers answer common questions and give valuable tips on how to design your home: space planning, types of materials, and how to make it fit together. Develop an eye for details and start designing your own custom-made furniture.
Pushing Boundaries: The Innovative Frontier of High Pressure Laminates
  • Feb 15, 2024
Pushing Boundaries: The Innovative Frontier of High Pressure Laminates

In the realm of interior design and construction, materials play a pivotal role in shaping both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of spaces. Among these materials, high pressure laminates (HPL) have emerged as a versatile and durable option, revolutionizing the way surfaces are designed and utilized.

TV Console & Feature Wall: 5 Questions To Ask Yourself
  • Sep 24, 2023
TV Console & Feature Wall: 5 Questions To Ask Yourself

Designing a TV console and feature wall cabinet requires careful consideration of both functional and aesthetic factors to create a harmonious and functional piece of furniture for your living space. Here are some important considerations to keep in mind.

What are the pros and cons of hiring an interior designer?
  • Jul 14, 2023
What are the pros and cons of hiring an interior designer?

You don't need an interior designer for your home renovation project. But hiring one can prove to be extremely useful. Ultimately, it depends on your specific needs, budget, and personal preferences. Here are some factors to consider when making your decision:

Do I need Cove Lights for my Home Renovation?
  • Jun 13, 2023
Do I need Cove Lights for my Home Renovation?

Furniture, Walls, what else? Lights, of course. To complete your home renovation, you must look into the LEDs and cove lights that will literally enlighten your living room, bedroom and comfy corners. Here's our take on cove lights.  

What is the "Shaker Design" or "Shaker Doors"?
  • Jun 9, 2023
What is the "Shaker Design" or "Shaker Doors"?

If you are considering renovating your kitchen, you certainly have heard about Shaker Doors. It's the big trend here in Singapore, but a trend what comes with critical material decisions. Is it right for my kitchen?

What do we still manufacture by hand?
  • Jun 6, 2023
What do we still manufacture by hand?

It comes as a surprise that after over 50 years of furniture making, our workshop is still full of carpenters working with their hands rather than giant machines. While many furniture manufacturing processes have become automated, there are still unique reasons why our furniture is made by hand.

What wood to use for my bespoke furniture?
  • May 26, 2023
What wood to use for my bespoke furniture?

If you are considering ordering bespoke furniture, you may have a few questions about our wood. Here are some pointers regarding the various wood veneers that we offer, and our most popular wood stains.

HomeShake Joins Leadership of the Singapore Furniture Association (SFA)
  • Apr 28, 2023
HomeShake Joins Leadership of the Singapore Furniture Association (SFA)

We are thrilled to announce that our CEO Maxence Mely has been elected to the Executive Committee of the Singapore Furniture Association (SFA) for a 2-year term.

What are Good Brands of Fittings for Carpentry?
  • Apr 15, 2023
What are Good Brands of Fittings for Carpentry?

If you are interested in carpentry or bespoke furniture, you know that the choice of fitting can have great consequences on the whole feel of the piece. Nowadays, almost all runners and hinges are soft-closing, but is that sufficient? Here are some pointers.

ATC 2023 Gala Dinner: HomeShake Receives Entrepreneur 100 Award
  • Apr 12, 2023
ATC 2023 Gala Dinner: HomeShake Receives Entrepreneur 100 Award

HomeShake received the Entrepreneur 100 Award at a glittering gala dinner and presentation ceremony on 05 April 2023. The event took place at Marina Bay Sands and was attended by over 250 guests.

How to find a good carpenter in Singapore?
  • Apr 8, 2023
How to find a good carpenter in Singapore?

There are plenty of websites listing carpenters in Singapore. But how can you tell one is better than the other? What should you expect from your carpenter in terms of finish and quality? Here are a few pointers.

Bizsafe 3 Certificate Successully Renewed
  • Mar 29, 2023
Bizsafe 3 Certificate Successully Renewed

Our manufacturing arm, Kian Wah Contract Pte Ltd, has successfully renewed its BizSafe 3 Certification. This recognizes that we have put in place workplace risk management procedures matching the highest standards.