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Renovation service and advice

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Sharing 14 years of construction experience (AMA)

littleants — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 20:23:03 +0800

Hi guys,

I have over 14 years of experience in this industry, including 9+ years as main contractors for high-rise and commercial projects and 5 years in renovations.

Just wish to share some insights that u should consider for your future renovation:

1. Prioritize a layout that maximizes functionality and comfort for all family members.
2. Indoor space looks much better with natural light. Optimize natural light through windows, sliding door or skylight.
3. Plan for cross-ventilation to keep the indoors airy and reduce the need for air conditioning.
4. Engage an architect for remodelling works if your budget allows (e.g., jobs over RM500k). An architect's design focuses not only on aesthetics but also on factors like sunlight, natural ventilation, and comfort.
5. Use multi-point locks on windows for better sound insulation and airtightness.
6. For landed houses, roof insulation is critical—it makes day and night difference, especially in a hot afternoon
7. Consider multi-purpose spaces that can adapt to future needs. Use dry wall partition boards for easy alterations in future.
8. If elderly family members live with you, design spaces to accommodate wheelchairs and walkers.
9. Insist on British Standard (BS) rebar/reinforcement for all structural works.
10. Ensure structural slabs exposed to weather have two layers of reinforcement (top and bottom) to reduce cracking.

11. Good foundations are important, make sure to do proper footing or even piling. You don't want your house to have settlement problem.
12. Plan for sufficient or extra number of power outlets. Its always good to have extra power outlet.
13. Incorporating minimal smart home features for your house will drastically make your life better. eg: automatic car park light, automatic pump control
14. Make sure to have proper grounding for your electric circuit.
15. For plumbing works, go for PPR piping when possible and make sure contractor to do pressure test
16. For those who are married, in your master bathroom, it's always good to have double basin design.
17. For switches, you may wanna consider 1.2m height instead of the usual 1.5m height. 1.2m height is more friendly for kids and those using wheelchair
18. Plan for drop at shower area and install a shower screen. It keeps your bathroom dry and fresh.
19. Allow extra storage space and cabinets in your home. You usually will need more than you expected.
20. Allow EV charger point for your landed house to future proof your house.

21. Consider providing solar cable conduit for your landed house, in case you wanna install solar power system in the future.
22. Avoid melamine cabinet at all cost for wet area like kitchens or outdoor. Moisture alone will make your cabinet spoils after a few years despite of cabinet maker claims. Use plywood cabinet or alumium cabinet instead.
23. Ensure all bathroom has natural ventilation or mechanical ventilation.
24. Plan ahead so you can hide all your TV , sound system, Astro, Unifi , TV box cables
25. Consider using smart switches, it is really affordable nowadays. And you can use smart switch with or without neutral.
26. Consider using granite sink if budget allows, you won't have rust issue and its extremely durable.
27. An undermount sink is easy to clean. But it is extremely difficult to replace or change.
28. Installing pump above ceiling can be very noisy. Make sure to provide a proper platform and if possible, not directly sitting on the roof truss to reduce vibration. There is also one additional step to make your pump operation more silent, anyone interested to know ?
29. Install a power outlet near your bathroom counter—you’ll thank me later.
30. Plan a dedicated charging station area for robot vacuum, which is very common these days

31. Avoid following trends—stick to simple, minimalistic designs that don’t go out of style.
32. Consider using smart toilet, e.g: japanese style WC with automatic bidet
33. Plan for ample power outlet in your kitchen. You will never have enough as nowadays you have rice cooker, kettle, thermomix, microwave etc.
34. A few lines of hairline cracks for brickworks or plastering is normal due to the nature of cement product. Usually it is can be repaired.
35. Plan for 2-way switch where you deem it necessary, eg: master bedroom where you can easily turn off light before going to sleep. aka hotel style
36. For RC flat roof, make sure it is cast with a bit gradient so that water will not stay stagnant.

and I will keep posting more if you guys re interested. And ask me anything.

Some of our previous work for inspiration.

P/S: Hope mod don't delete my post this round. My previous post got deleted.

Hiring Admin Clerk | Hybrid work environment

littleants — Wed, 03 Apr 2024 22:07:17 +0800

Name of Company:
-Littleants Studio Sdn Bhd
-Industry: Interior design firm
-Work location: Office @ Old Klang Road. Hybrid, alternate days work from home
-Working hours: 5.5 days (Monday to Saturday)

Highlight:
-Yearly increment
-Young team
-Flexible and positive work environment

Role:
Admin clerk
- Responsible for Data Entry, Filing, Compiling company invoices/expenses
- To assist HR-related documentation and office works
- To attend any ad-hoc office tasks assigned by the superior as and when required during working hours

Remuneration:
RM1800-2800

Requirements:
- 0-2 years work experience
- Fresh Graduate is encouraged to apply.
- Can read, speak and write in English and Bahasa Malaysia
- must possess at least SPM/STPM/Diploma certificate.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point.

Contact Person:
Please send your resume to littleants.my@gmail.com with the title : Admin job-littleants

Renovation service and advice

littleants — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 16:14:18 +0800

Good day everyone,

We are from LittleAnts Studio. Our company is still quite new and looking for clients to build up our portfolio.

We are capable of all kinds of ID, renovation works and extension works.

https://pictr.com/image/7Uc0jc

We are very hands-on because we are formerly managers for main contractors who undertake mid to high-end projects. We are well-versed in the latest building standards requirement and know the do and don't of good building practices. Have delivered numbers of CONQUAS & QLASSIC rated project.

https://pictr.com/image/5dAeqB

Transparent pricing, quality works and timely delivery are our core values.

Feel free to drop me a PM if you're looking for renovation contractor or visit our website littleants.my to get a quotation or schedule an appointment.

If you need any renovation advice, also may comment below. Will try to answer when available.

ID Works, Renovation & Extension

littleants — Mon, 25 Nov 2019 16:41:54 +0800

Good day everyone,

We are from LittleAnts Studio. Our company is just newly set up and looking for clients to build up our portfolio in lowyat.net

We are capable of all kinds of interior design works, renovation works and extension works.

We are very hands-on because we are formerly employees for main contractors who undertake mid to high-end projects. We are well-versed in the latest building standards requirement and know the do and don't of good building practices. Have delivered numbers of CONQUAS & QLASSIC rated project.

Transparent pricing, quality works and reasonable delivery time frame are guaranteed.

Feel free to drop me a PM if you're looking for renovation contractor or visit our website littleants.my to get a quotation or schedule an appointment.

*Note free defect checking only applicable for new units which have just VP.