IKEA INSPIRED ME MORE.

For the past week I have been bothered of how things will go once I get back to Philippines. I don't know where to start, who to meet first, what to eat first. Arrrggh! I just can't wait to have those green mangoes I have been craving for! 

Going back, I thought of doing something extra ordinary, not any stunt or tricks but something I look forward to someday. I wish I have a nice house. A house that is built in a nice and safe community somewhere not far from the city. I always feel inspired whenever I see television series about someone's dream house being built just the way they want it. I'm a fan. I know it takes time and effort to build one but all the stress is paved when you see your dream house coming to life.

I dreamt about so many things in London, I wanted to earn big to have a nice mobile phone, then I had an iPhone. I wanted to buy myself a laptop so I saved up for it. I have a Macbook. I wanted to go to other places and so it happened. I also dreamt of having to invest in a Condominium in Makati but I was hesitant, I wanted to have a house of my own. A house that I've strived for to pay, to sustain, and to maintain. A house that I can call mine-- where it stand, all furnitures, even the dirt and dust, is mine. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to achieve that yet. I was so upset about it. Said a friend, I am still young. I have so many time. I know I can achieve it, but not as early as now.

And so I've come up to make a plan to innovate our old house to something pleasurable in the eye. I  was just thinking of just grooming my room when I get back but why not do it to the entire house? (and I just wish I have all the strength to manage the home make-over by myself) I see myself removing all the old stuffs that has been stocked in the house which apparently, Ma and I will argue about. She's a very sentimental person. Me? Hmm.. I don't hold into 'things' but I count on the memories. So tidying is my thing once I get back. (oohh! and I just can't wait. I'll drink Redbull for this!)

So why clean all the mess up and disarrange all the furnitures at home? I have been living my entire 22 years of existence in a Bungalow House at Calamba City and now, coming back from abroad, I wanted changes? Yes I want changes. I want to see and anticipate things in a different manner.  I simply want a new life. I want to have a new job, new environment, new living space. Since I wasn't able to achieve to have a new house, or a dream house, I want to make a new home within my means. I did not come from a rich family, no. Not all rooms in our house is air-conditioned. We don't have what others call a laundry area but we use the garage to do the washing of the clothes. Not so poor though, we have a washing machine. haha! I can maximize what I have by not spending much money on it. But it takes a lot of patience-- and courage. I need to stay focused on my project!

Two days ago, Ma and I was thinking about some other places we haven't been to here in Singapore. We're setting up a nice schedule for some few more adventures before we set back home. We've booked for an Ice Skating bonding with Nadine on Tuesday, and a night of loving at The Esplanade to watch Mr. C's Concert. (oh yes, Mr. Ryan Cayabyab he is.) and we've booked for USS and The Lion King at the Marina Bay Sands. And that same day we've thought about going to Ikea. 

We went to Ikea Alexandra Branch last friday. I woke up as late as 11:30am and so we left the house after having our lunch. For those interested to go to Ikea, the address is 60 Tampines North Drive 2. Hope it helps but I don't think it did. (haha! kidding aside) It is the Bus 61 from Jalan Jurong Kechil where we live. It is a 45-minute bus ride to get there. The sun is blazing hot as usual so I made sure I brought an umbrella with me. I was also told that it is also a 2 minute walk from the bus stop across the Alexandra Hospital to get there. I was more than excited to see the displays because of my plan of making a home make-over once I get back. Or if ever I take photos, I could compile them together and struggle to buy each and every pieces of it to put up in my future house. But then I think, it would take me 5-10 more years to achieve it so let's just stick to my original plan and be realistic.

The first thing I have thought of renovating is just my room so basically I thought about which theme I want to get by effort. And since I saw different beautiful displays, I haven't decided much on which room idea I would come up to. Such a difficult task for just a single room to work on to, what more a nice big house!

this walk-in closet is simple yet ideal for anyone with a good sense of style


But then i would go for something achievable within my means so I have come up on being realistic of organizing my wardrobe like this: 

very nice and orderly but I asked myself, where to I stuff my bags here?

I dont have a big room but-- okay okay yes, I have to confess. I have my own room but rarely sleep on it. I sleep beside Ma. Yes, all these years. Twenty four years of my life, I sleep beside Ma. No wonder I have been crying for a week from the day I left for London. But honestly, I have my own room. A small room with a built-in cupboard. No air-con. All the things in there are my stuffs. So which theme for my room? I have been contemplating much but heres some nice ideas below: 

An orange-themed room in a small space 

And so I saw some more nice pieces I wish to achieve so maybe I'll put them on my wish list.

too classy-- even Santa can say he can't give this to me.

I was also drawn to this room theme since I don't usually sleep in my own room. Plus plus for the red walls since red is my favorite color.

Moving on, I will be sharing some living and nice kitchen pieces that inspired me to pursue my home make-over plan. From my room concept, let's move on to the living spaces.

the theme is so manly, I cannot feel any happiness in the house with these colors.

for a stylish chic:

the space is so chic, ideal for condo or small space living. i like! 

The family living area I liked:

too cozy, i bet Ma will like it too. 

If not the whole living space, I can start with this I think: 

 or

and we go to the the grand home area-- the kitchen.

too classy

and another one:

colorful kitchen for kids and kids at heart- ideal for small spaces.

and some more:

cute and simple kitchen area

and here's another one:

my favorite set. hope someday i can afford this simple kitchen area. 

and moving on some more of my favorites:

not all chic rooms come in pink.

and some work area at home to inspire some workaholics out there:

for the man in the house

an office set-up:

an office area at home? no thanks. 

for some OCs out there, make sure each drawers are well sorted. 

and to your future kid's room:

for your beautiful girl

to teach your naughty boys to organize their stuffs

for a spacious room for your kids:

a room to play, to study and hmm.. play again.

and some room must-haves for your kids:

yes, they're cuddly!

Okay I almost got out of focused after spending my afternoon at IKEA, I felt hopeless because I could not afford my favorites, yet. That's another blog I think. On the contrary, having the room/home make over plan, nothing can stop me to pursue that. Having been inspired to what I saw, it should keep me going. And I would like to recommend why it is ideal to spend your time at Ikea.

• best destination for newly weds/couples who are building their homes
• for someone like me, who wants to groom or make-over your houses
• for interior designing enthusiast
• for people who don't know how to put up home furnishings 
• worry not if you get hungry, they have a restaurant inside IKEA.

It won't be a problem if you tag your kids along because Ikea have their play area so you can leave your kids to play while you shop.

worry not about how much, entrance is free.

And if you come short of money, 

cash machines are ready!

Now when I come back, I don't know where to start but I know I'll get by. Not in one day I would be able to finish my upcoming project but I have all the courage to push through. I haven't got any house that I can call my own, but I'm happy I have a HOME.