I need you to bloom for me, please.

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It is always sunny in Singapore. We do not have the seasonal changes of Winter to Spring, so styles in clothes or fashion does not differ too much in-between seasons.

However, we do not have to be boring with the home decor during this “spring” time.

So… I am hoping that one of you will be buying into these “BLOOMS!”

 

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Here are some keys on how to make a decision without regret.

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1. Have a Life Vision

A life vision should be the foundation and reference point for every decision you make. In your deepest dreams, how do you envision your life in all areas — career, relationships, finances, lifestyle, etc.  What core values define this vision for you? Make a point of writing down your vision and the values that define it. Refine the vision over time as necessary. Then when a big decision comes along, you can use this vision as a guide.  If you deviate too far from the vision, it will cause you eventual pain and regret. Evaluate your choices based on your vision. Which one is in closest alignment with your vision?

2. Evaluate the Pros and the Cons

Consider the possible positive and negative aspects or consequences of your decision. Write down a list of pros and cons for each possible alternative. Then prioritize these points with the most important considerations at the top of the list. What are the possible implications of the cons? Do they outweigh the pros? Can you live with the potential negative fallout or consequences? What could you do to mitigate the fallout?

3. Phone a Friend

Carefully select two or three trusted friends whose opinion and judgment you value. Tell them about your life vision, show them your list of pros and cons and ask for their input about your decision. Someone who is removed from the turmoil of the decision and who has a different perspective can help you see things in a clearer light. A personal coach also can help you gain clarity around your decision by asking you pointed questions related to your motivations, feelings, and desires.

4. Invoke a Higher Power

Go to a quiet place. Breathe deeply. Close your eyes. Go within. Pray or meditate (or whatever feels right to you) and ask for guidance. Your own inner wisdom and intuition will often rise to your conscious mind when you calm the mental chaos of over-thinking your decision. Imagine yourself in all of the possible outcomes and pay attention to how you feel. Keep a pen and paper handy to make notes about your feelings after reflection. Give it a few days. You may be surprised that the answer presents itself unexpectedly.

5. Try the Coin Trick

I love this idea because it puts you in touch with you real desires. Grab a quarter and assign one decision choice to heads and the other to tails. Flip the coin and before it lands, pay attention to side you hope it lands on. If there are more than two choices, balance each choice against another using the same trick. More than likely, this immediate reaction is what you truly want to do. Something in your heart is pulling you in that direction. Examine this result carefully, because even if the choice conflicts with all of the practical considerations, you may be dishonoring your deepest desires.

6. Research and Experiment

Do the work to gain as much knowledge as possible about the options. Research, ask questions, talk with people who have experienced each scenario. If possible, experiment with the alternative outcomes. If you are considering a move, spend a good amount of time in the city you are contemplating. If you are exploring a job opportunity, ask to spend a day or two shadowing someone in the office. If you are thinking of ending a relationship, test some time apart before you make your decision.

7. Don’t Look Back

If you have done the work, honored your vision, examined the pros and cons, sought guidance, done your due diligence, and connected with your intuition, then make your choice, take the leap and don’t look back. There are millions of paths we can take in a lifetime, all leading to different opportunities and potential consequences. You won’t have a guarantee, but you don’t need one. Uncertainty is part of the adventure of life. Once you are on this new adventure, have confidence that you made the best decision with the information available, and move forward with a spring in your step. There is something good to be learned on every path we follow.

The ability to make a decision is the fuel for personal and professional growth. If you enter a decision with the knowledge that uncertainty is inevitable, and you accept you must decide in spite of uncertainty, then you will never get stuck.  By taking the steps outlined, you empower yourself to make an informed and thoughtful choice, leaving little room for future regret.

By Barrie Davenport

BUT SERIOUSLY… if you are just thinking of getting a custom made sofa or to decide on the best fabrics to upholstery your favourite armchair? Just go with your fancy and decide whatever you want… we will help you along the way:P

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Are you expecting too much from them?

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okay, you probably have heard of people telling you that the greater the expectation, the greater the disappointment?

Seriously, if we limit our hopes and dreams in our life. Would’nt that be self limitating beliefs? Will we achive the same kind of satisfaction in life if we do that?

I suggest that we may try to look further/deeper into our expectations and hope.

Reflect on what we need and want in our life.

Afterwhich, if you still feel that that is what you want. Then it may be a clear indication that you should expect it to happen and to keep your hope up there!

SO it is okay to be disappointed sometimes and be sad. But dont ever give up on having high expectations and to have high hopes! Just look around more and you may be able to find the precious joy of fulfilling what you have always expected to be fruitful.

Of course, if you are looking for custom made sofa, high quality fabrics and upholstery services. Text us or email : info(AT)centrepiece.com.sg

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How to choose a couch that will support your lower back

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There is a large variety of sofa styles out there;

Chaise, sectional/modular, Divan, Chesterfield, sleeper etc

When  buying a couch or sofa it is important to not only consider how it looks but also whether it will support your lower back adequately, whilst you sit and as a result prevent you from slouching.

Why is this important?

Sitting in a slouched position, for as little as 10 – 20 minutes will result in increased stretching of the spinal ligaments, muscles and spinal discs as well as increased muscle spasm. This can result in micro-damage or strain to these soft tissues which often occurs without you being aware of it. It can take more than 24 hours for the soft tissues to recover from this type of stress and if you happen to sit in this way again, within that time, you will be in a position where you are stressing already strained spinal soft tissues. Given that many of us sit for long periods at home and at work, this is a real possibility.

If you were to continue to repeat this pattern of sitting over days, weeks and months this would result in a more significant injury to the spinal discs and ligaments which would result in the onset of neck, middle back and low back pain and/or pain radiating down the arms or legs from the spine.

So how do you choose a couch or sofa that will support your lower back and stop you from slouching?

Consider the following features;

Back rest / back cushion

• Avoid back rests / cushions that reclined too far back (ie beyond 110° from the vertical).
• Avoid head rests that force the head forward (this will result in neck strain)
• Avoid back rests which are too thick and soft and cause you to sink too deeply into them. Also avoid backs that cause your back to bend forward “like a banana” or those which are dead straight.
• Ensure that the back rest cushions provide plenty of support. They should be “comfortably” firm and made from a high quality foam or equivalent. Cushions with a 8 way tied spring mechanism can provide even more support.
• Ensure that the back cushions do not move excessively; this will lead to an unstable sitting position.

Seat base depth

• Make sure that when you sit on the couch, most of your thighs are supported and you are able to freely move your legs and bend your knee to 90° whilst still being able to feel that the back rest is supporting your spine. (Too deep a seat base will result in slouched sitting and too short a base will result in increased stressed being place on the thighs.)

Seat base height

• Ensure that you can comfortably place your feet on the ground whilst still being to feel that your spine is well supported by the back rest. If the couch base seat is too high for you it will cause you to sit more forward in the seat and as a result slouch your spine in order  to rest it on the back rest

Seat base / cushions

• Ensure that the base cushions are also comfortably firm and made of a high quality foam and/or foam and down combination.
• 8 way tied springs embedded in the seating cushions can offer an even more stable seating base of support as well as a more independent seating suspension (if a person sits next to you this will have less impact on your sitting position)

Frame

• Make sure that a high quality frame is used in the construction of the couch. This will ensure that the couch does not move excessively when you are sitting on it which will in turn enable you to adopt a stable sitting position.
• High quality frames are usually constructed from kiln-dried hardwood and screws, timber dowel and glue are used to join the timber together.
• Cheaper frames are made from soft pine which is stapled together.

Legs/footing

• Make sure that the legs that are used for the couch are very sturdy and preferably wide. This will again prevent excessive movement of the couch and enable you to sit with a more stable sitting position.

Posted on 19. May, 2011 by JOEARICO

Speak to us on your requirements, custom make your sofa and chairs for the best fit. You do need to be kind to your body.

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feedback: Justin(AT)centrepiece.com.sg

Look What We Got In The Lookbox (Singapore) Cover Page

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This is what I saw on the cover of this interior decoration magazine. You will notice that on the bottom left hand corner is a blue wooden armchair? Yes, it is available in our workshop!

We have featured it before if you have noticed from the previous posting. See?

 

 

Okay, I kinda preferred it in fresh green but the thing is… it is custom made! I mean, the wood is re-used solid wood. However, the cushion, foam and fabrics are up to you to choose and decide. If you are creative enough, you may sent in a design and we can check with our specialise sofa maker to see if it is possible to make.

Let me know, I like your feedback:) Justin(AT)centrepiece.com.sg

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okay okay… we are a little of a wannabe.

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well, our FB page is kinda not known and empty… ermm… haha… “like” us there… please? pretty pleaseeee… 😛

Find us on FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/centrepiecefurnishing

Nevertheless, let us know if you have any request for questions that you want to ask us about a custom made sofa or upholstery.

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We are moving to NORTH@AMK by 10 March 2014. Find us here:)

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We will be at NORTH @ AMK, 7030 Ang Mo Kio Ave 5 #06-62 Singapore 569880. Come visit our new bigger and better factory space! We will be able to bring you more variety as we have have more space now. At the same time, since we are not a retail space. We can still assure you of better quailty for the same price you pay at retail malls.

call us at 90305057 or email: info(AT)centrepiece.com.sg for more information.

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We are moving to a bigger location!

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In order to bring you a greater variety of better goods and range of sofa. We have decided to move out of our current location. We have many happy memories at the current location where sometimes past customers would visit and bring us cookies. Do keep yourself posted to where we will be moving to in March 2014!

It will be at NORTHSTAR @ AMK.

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We are supportive of designers in our custom made sofa!

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Centrepiece furnishing ensures that only the most competent sofa makers  who meet the requirements are allowed to work on your sofa.

Sofa makers are required to prove that they have earned the right to be called master craftsmen – through the quality of their work, their commitment to customer care and the level of service they provide. Once accepted into Centrepiece furnishing they are required to maintain the aims and objectives of the Centrepiece furnishing.

Whilst we are a close knitted company, we are committed to pursue the interests of the consumer through careful employee selection so that you will rest assured that the sofa you order from us will remain in good quality for years to come.

Speak to us on what to look out for in a good sofa, with all honesty  and directness. Talk or text to Vince Chiang at 90305057 or email sales(AT)centrepiece.com.sg

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Publish in Norway design magazine

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We are proud to be providing our services to this Norwegian designer.