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1.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;It&rsquo;s In Our Culture<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1692940805822-burning+joss+paper.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Image Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/13-per-cent-drop-in-number-of-complaints-over-joss-paper-burning-during-hungry-ghost-month" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Straits Times</a> Every culture has its fair share of superstitions, and Singapore, the bustling, multicultural city-state, is no exception. The Lion City is home to a plethora of cultures, each with its unique customs and traditions, and when these merge, they form a rich tapestry of beliefs. One such fascinating belief revolves around the Hungry Ghost Festival and the dreaded activity of home renovation. 2.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;What Hungry Ghosts Have To Do With Your Home Reno?The Hungry Ghost Festival, celebrated during the seventh month of the lunar calendar, is a time when spirits (or ghosts), are believed to roam the Earth for a period of one month. Depending on who you ask, it&#39;s a time for paying respects to ancestors, offering food to appease/feed/reward the wandering spirits, or avoiding activities such as swimming, whistling at night, jingling your bells or... renovating your house.&nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1692940835961-chinese+calendar-01.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">A Chinese lunar calendar that actually indicates that building/renovation of a home (盖屋) is to be avoided Yes, you read that right. Renovation. The very activity that turns your house from a &#39;meh&#39; to a &#39;marvellous&#39; is considered a no-go during this period (together with swimming). The rationale? Disturbing the spirits with your noisy power drills, hammering, and general upheaval. It&#39;s almost like the spirits are grumpy neighbours, complaining about the noise pollution. &quot;Keep it down, I&#39;m trying to haunt here!&quot; The rationale is, this is the one time in a year that the spirits have a month-long holiday upstairs, and your noisy renovation work is going to affect their &ldquo;spirits&rdquo;. 3.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;But Let&#39;s Unpack This Myth, Shall We?&nbsp;Firstly, the concept of ghosts being disturbed by renovation noise is a bit perplexing. Aren&#39;t ghosts, by definition, incorporeal beings who pass through walls? If that&#39;s the case, why would they be bothered by a little drilling into drywall? Secondly, since it&rsquo;s a month-long holiday and they have full access to everywhere, I think they would rather be at Sentosa chilling or heading to the clubs at Duxton Hill. Why would they hang out at your HDB flat? Supervising your reno works? One would think that being dead would give you a bit of a pass on dealing with the annoyances of the living world.&nbsp; <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1693028573732-7f888f70-cfe6-4957-888d-62bcc22b15be.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> But if we take a step back and look at the broader picture, it becomes apparent that like many cultural traditions, this too is rooted in respect and consideration. The Hungry Ghost Festival is a time for honouring the deceased, and perhaps the taboo on renovations is simply an extension of that respect. Send the spirits some good vibes, and they might just pull some strings in the afterlife to get you that dream kitchen you&#39;ve always wanted.&nbsp; 4.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Time Is Of The EssenceHowever, in a fast-paced city like Singapore, where time is money and the property market waits for no ghost (holy or not), are these age-old superstitions still relevant? In truth, while some Singaporeans still adhere to these traditions, many others don&#39;t give a second thought to renovating their homes during the Hungry Ghost Festival. You could argue that cultural traditions should be respected, but you could also argue that if the spirits are truly our ancestors, wouldn&#39;t they want us to move with the times (after all if you&rsquo;ve seen some of the &ldquo;kim zua&rdquo; (effigies) we burn to send them, they are quite updated with the latest rides and gadgets)? <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1692940890440-paper-gifts-hungry-ghost-festival.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">From French fries to iPad to the latest in iPhone, the many paper effigies we burn for the ancestors. Image source from:&nbsp;<a href="https://thesmartlocal.com/read/unexpected-kim-zua/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Smart Local</a>) Moreover, the idea that the ghosts are somehow particularly perturbed by renovation noises, but not by the constant din of traffic, construction, and the general hustle and bustle of city life, seems a tad selective.&nbsp; 5.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;You Dare Or Not?While the belief in the Hungry Ghost Festival and its associated superstitions are a fascinating part of Singaporean culture, the idea that renovation during this time will bring misfortune is one that perhaps belongs more to the realm of folklore than fact. But many folks still believe that it is better to be on the &ldquo;safe side&rdquo; and do not wish to trouble &ldquo;trouble&rdquo;. For many renovation firms, there is a saying that if the renovation starts before the start of the hungry ghost festival, then all is fine, because you have essentially &ldquo;choped&rdquo; to do reno work first.&nbsp; Whatever your decision and beliefs are, it is important to be sensitive about the culture, respect and of course your timeline in the whole reno affair. You may not care about this custom, but perhaps your ID or renovator is a super believer. Hence, some concession may be necessary. At the end of the day, it&rsquo;s really a matter of, &ldquo;you dare or not?&rdquo; My logic is simple, isn&#39;t a well-renovated, comfy home the best way to welcome your ancestors if they decide to drop by?&nbsp; <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1692940918744-WFTN+Chinese-01.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Visit&nbsp;<a href="http://xhslink.com/vcjPNt" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">小红书</a>&nbsp; for our Chinese version of Hungry Ghost Festival Renovation Myth &ndash; &ldquo;谈鬼色变&rdquo;

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Every culture has its fair share of superstitions, and Singapore, the bustling, multicultural city-state, is no exception. 

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1.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;She&rsquo;s Homeless?!<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694164454384-Articles.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> In 2022, many news sites reported that she sold her home and would undoubtedly live from the suitcases and in hotels. From her dynamic appearance on the small screen to her spirited personality, Yifong is no stranger to all of us in Singapore and has firmly cemented herself as a household name here and beyond. So how can a household name be homeless? ( <a href="https://www.8days.sg/entertainment/local/eleanor-lee-quan-yifeng-sell-singapore-house-hotel-dating-595986" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">8 DAYS</a>, <a href="https://www.asiaone.com/entertainment/homeless-quan-yi-fong-clarifies-shes-not-leaving-singapore-she-sold-her-home-and-now" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ASIAONE</a>) 2.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Things Have ChangedFear not, loyal fans! Everything has changed! This is only a temporary state. Now, our beloved Yifong has found her nest, and she&#39;s lovingly opened the doors for a home reveal tour via us at SIXiDES! <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/LkPyj5A5iDw?autoplay=1&mute=1&wmode=opaque&rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable" style="width: 100%; height: 40vw;">&nbsp;</iframe><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LkPyj5A5iDw&ab_channel=TheSIXiDESChannel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 1: There&#39;s No Place Like Home</a> <iframe src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ojvz66b-U-w?autoplay=1&mute=1&wmode=opaque&rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="" class="fr-draggable" style="width: 100%; height: 40vw;">&nbsp;</iframe><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ojvz66b-U-w&ab_channel=TheSIXiDESChannel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Part 2: Home is Where The &quot;Art&quot; is&nbsp;</a> Yifong called us up late 2022 and we discussed about getting her new place done up with the help of designers and vendors found on he SIXiDES platform. In a matter of weeks, we helped her find the ideal designer, and she eventually decided to do this project with Benjamin Toh from M2 D&eacute;cor. (<a href="https://www.sixides.com/professionals/interior-designers/m2-decor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">M2 D&eacute;cor</a>)&nbsp; <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165045042-20230628+DOTM_June_with+Logo-01.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> Judging from her previous homes, you&rsquo;d think she would be going for something big and opulent. However, this time round, she got a 2 bedder apartment as she wanted something easy to maintain. This is reflective of her current work and as her daughter, Eleanor Lee is Beijing based, she does not need something big. Nowadays Yifong mostly stays alone and wants a home that is smart, green and healthy, and of course, easy to upkeep. &nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165063174-Plan.png" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">The two bedrooms, one for Quan and the smaller one for Eleanor. 3.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Home Is Where The Art IsAs one would expect, Yifong&#39;s new home reflects her vivacious persona as well as her daughter&rsquo;s penchant for art. It&#39;s not a house; it&#39;s a &#39;Yifong &amp; Eleanor Museum,&#39; where each corner whispers a story of their unique journey together. In fact, the moment, we enter the unit, we are greeted by Eleanor&rsquo;s collection of toy figurines. According to the mummy, her daughter has a say in the accessorising and dressing up for the home, the toys will greet visitors now as opposed to all the trophies that Yifong had amassed over the years.&nbsp; <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165085290-Pop+toys.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Instead of the trophies that Yifong had amassed over the years, the display niche that greets every visitor that enters the home, now houses a collection of pop toys. We even found miniature toy versions of mother and daughter at the corner!&nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165151335-Miniature.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">We are guessing but these clay figurines should be Mummy Yifong and Eleanor, made by Eleanor herself! There is also a small section of the wall, dedicated to Eleanor&rsquo;s collection of paintings. We did a little sleuthing and found that these paintings had followed them from the previous home made its way to the current one.&nbsp; <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165189666-New+VS+OLD.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">The same artwork followed them to the new home too.&nbsp; The art pieces adorning the walls are not mere decorations; they are the repository of their memories, and as we observe around the apartment, we can tell through the artworks, how much Yifong had encouraged Eleanor to explore her creative side. It&rsquo;s no wonder that she chose to put the trophies in storage and rather let these art pieces take centre stage. 4.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;The Interior Space Has To Match The Art<span id="isPasted" style="box-sizing: border-box; border: 0px solid rgb(229, 231, 235); --tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-pan-x: ; --tw-pan-y: ; --tw-pinch-zoom: ; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ordinal: ; --tw-slashed-zero: ; --tw-numeric-figure: ; --tw-numeric-spacing: ; --tw-numeric-fraction: ; --tw-ring-inset: ; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,.5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; --tw-blur: ; --tw-brightness: ; --tw-contrast: ; --tw-grayscale: ; --tw-hue-rotate: ; --tw-invert: ; --tw-saturate: ; --tw-sepia: ; --tw-drop-shadow: ; --tw-backdrop-blur: ; --tw-backdrop-brightness: ; --tw-backdrop-contrast: ; --tw-backdrop-grayscale: ; --tw-backdrop-hue-rotate: ; --tw-backdrop-invert: ; --tw-backdrop-opacity: ; --tw-backdrop-saturate: ; --tw-backdrop-sepia: ; font-size: 16px;"><span style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-pan-x: ; --tw-pan-y: ; --tw-pinch-zoom: ; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ordinal: ; --tw-slashed-zero: ; --tw-numeric-figure: ; --tw-numeric-spacing: ; --tw-numeric-fraction: ; --tw-ring-inset: ; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,.5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; --tw-blur: ; --tw-brightness: ; --tw-contrast: ; --tw-grayscale: ; --tw-hue-rotate: ; --tw-invert: ; --tw-saturate: ; --tw-sepia: ; --tw-drop-shadow: ; --tw-backdrop-blur: ; --tw-backdrop-brightness: ; --tw-backdrop-contrast: ; --tw-backdrop-grayscale: ; --tw-backdrop-hue-rotate: ; --tw-backdrop-invert: ; --tw-backdrop-opacity: ; --tw-backdrop-saturate: ; --tw-backdrop-sepia: ;"><img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165219800-Dining+Area.jpg" class="fr-fic fr-dib" style="--tw-border-spacing-x: 0; --tw-border-spacing-y: 0; --tw-translate-x: 0; --tw-translate-y: 0; --tw-rotate: 0; --tw-skew-x: 0; --tw-skew-y: 0; --tw-scale-x: 1; --tw-scale-y: 1; --tw-pan-x: ; --tw-pan-y: ; --tw-pinch-zoom: ; --tw-scroll-snap-strictness: proximity; --tw-ordinal: ; --tw-slashed-zero: ; --tw-numeric-figure: ; --tw-numeric-spacing: ; --tw-numeric-fraction: ; --tw-ring-inset: ; --tw-ring-offset-width: 0px; --tw-ring-offset-color: #fff; --tw-ring-color: rgba(59,130,246,.5); --tw-ring-offset-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-ring-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow: 0 0 #0000; --tw-shadow-colored: 0 0 #0000; --tw-blur: ; --tw-brightness: ; --tw-contrast: ; --tw-grayscale: ; --tw-hue-rotate: ; --tw-invert: ; --tw-saturate: ; --tw-sepia: ; --tw-drop-shadow: ; --tw-backdrop-blur: ; --tw-backdrop-brightness: ; --tw-backdrop-contrast: ; --tw-backdrop-grayscale: ; --tw-backdrop-hue-rotate: ; --tw-backdrop-invert: ; --tw-backdrop-opacity: ; --tw-backdrop-saturate: ; --tw-backdrop-sepia: ; width: 1466px;">Yifeng&rsquo;s kitchen with an island table. No room for a dining table, she&rsquo;d rather have an island and used it as a prep table and a place to get a quick bite. The kitchen, or as Yifong likes to call it, the &#39;heart of the home,&#39; is a delightful surprise. The designer, Benjamin Toh from M2 D&eacute;cor calls it Sleek and modern, with a touch of &ldquo;English&rdquo; vibe. It&#39;s not hard to imagine Yifong, preparing some food while entertaining guests with her infectious laugh! <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165470109-Masterbedroom.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">The master bedroom is elegant, minimalistic, yet filled with cosiness. The 2 leaf barn door actually hides the walk-in wardrobe. The master suite is a sanctuary of tranquility, a stark contrast to her bustling public life. It&#39;s here that Yifong retreats to after a long day, a space designed for comfort, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Benjamin chose to use fluted panels in the bedhead and as well as the vanity cabinet. In an all-white interior space, this helps to adds textural interest, and make an otherwise white and flat room looks sexy and cosy. &nbsp; <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1694165493625-Bathroom.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">From the plush bed to the vanity area, &nbsp;every detail is meticulously chosen for its promise of rest and relaxation yet serving functional purposes. This celeb home tour is not just about opulent interiors and designer furniture; it&#39;s really about seeing the side we don&rsquo;t often see for this mother, daughter duo. &nbsp;You can&rsquo;t help but feel that &ldquo;home is where the art is&rdquo; is really an apt name for this home renovation project.&nbsp; 5.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;She&rsquo;s Back Home NowSo, fans, rejoice! Quan Yifong is not homeless anymore. She has a fabulous new address, a place that resonates with her spirit. And thanks to&nbsp;<a data-fr-linked="true" href="https://www.SiXiDES.com">www.SiXiDES.com</a>, we&#39;ve all had a chance to step inside and marvel at Yifong and Eleanor&#39;s world &ndash; a home that is as simple, elegant, unique, vibrant, and artistic as well.&nbsp;

In 2022, many news sites reported that she sold her home and would undoubtedly live from the suitcases and in hotels. 

Quan Yifong is Homeless No More!

Smoke Gets In Your EyesLet&#39;s talk about the current haze situation in our beloved Lion City. Yes, if you haven&rsquo;t notice, Singapore is not turning into Genting Highlands, the pesky and irritating Haze is back! For those who are unaware, the Haze carries with it harmful toxicants such as TVOCs and PM2.5, that can be inhaled and cause serious health problems. (source:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.epa.gov/pm-pollution/particulate-matter-pm-basics" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">EPA</a>) While we can&#39;t control the environment outside, we can certainly make our interior spaces better with some clever interventions! As an interior designer, I&#39;m here to share some ideas on transforming our homes and offices into cosy and haze-free havens.&nbsp; &nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1697185149163-pm2.5_scale_graphic-color_2.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">PM 2.5 particulate matters are so small in comparison to your human hair. Some of these particles can get deep into your lungs and even into your bloodstream and cause serious issues to your health. (Image Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.epa.gov/pm-pollution/particulate-matter-pm-basics" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">EPA</a>) Mechanical InterventionsFirstly, mechanical interventions play a vital role in keeping our interior spaces clean and healthy. Air purifiers equipped with high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters can help to tackle airborne pollutants, including those pesky haze particles. Investing in these devices can significantly improve the air quality indoors.&nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1697185287871-air-purifier-living-room-air-cleaner-removing-fine-dust-house.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> Plants Are Useful Too! <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1697185302822-plants.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">&nbsp;But hey, let&#39;s not overlook the non-mechanical interventions as well! Indoor plants, such as the resilient spider plant and peace lily, act as natural air purifiers, absorbing toxins and releasing fresh oxygen. Not only do they enhance the aesthetics of our spaces but also provide a breath of fresh air &ndash; quite literally!&nbsp; Personally, I have had an affinity with plants since young and had always incorporated some kind of greeneries into my designs. In my home, I try to find ways to dress up the space with the use of plants. With the haze upon us, even more reasons for me to convince my wife to go green with me indoors!&nbsp;<img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1697185318316-Picture3.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Almost all the bay ledges in The Designerd&rsquo;s home are dressed in different pots of plants. 6 Ways You Can InterveneNow, let&#39;s dive into the concept of an interior designer&#39;s intervention. It goes beyond simply creating visually pleasing spaces. Our expertise lies in designing functional and harmonious environments that address Homeowners&rsquo; specific needs. From efficient space planning to thoughtfully selecting materials, furniture, and lighting, we strive to create spaces that enhance your well-being and ensure optimal comfort even during challenging times like the haze season.&nbsp; Here are 6 ways that an interior designer or Homeowner could implement in their approach to designing a space that addresses the internal air quality of a space. <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1697185339196-Hefadf4a1099b4d32afbf9c3396737f8eL.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> Invest in an Air Quality Meter, that reads the level of toxicants in your interior spaces. <ol><li>Adequate ventilation: Incorporate good air circulation and ventilation systems in interior spaces to minimize the entry of outdoor pollutants and improve the indoor air quality.</li><li>Air purifiers and filters: Invest and install high-quality air purifiers and air filters to efficiently remove particulate matter from the indoor air, reducing the impact of haze.</li><li>Sealants: Use air-tight seals around doors, windows, and other openings to prevent external pollutants from entering the interior spaces.</li><li>Plants and greenery: Integrate indoor plants and greenery into the design to naturally filter and purify the air. Plants like the Areca Palm, Snake Plant, and Boston Fern are known for their air-purifying qualities.</li><li>Use of materials: opt for low-VOC (volatile organic compound) materials and finishes in furniture, paints, and other interior elements to minimize the release of harmful chemicals and improve indoor air quality.</li><li>Smart technologies: Implement smart air quality monitoring systems to track and respond to changes in indoor air quality, automatically adjusting ventilation and purifying systems as needed.</li></ol> Do Something About It, At HomeSo yes, there&rsquo;s something you can do, my friends! We&rsquo;ve move past those days where we had to wear a mask everywhere we go only to come back to wearing it again to deal with the haze! While there&rsquo;s really nothing much, we can do to stop the haze, but we can make sure we take care of our interior spaces at home for the sake of our loved ones!

Let's talk about the current haze situation in our beloved Lion City. Yes, if you haven’t notice, Singapore is not turning into Genting Highlands, the pesky and irritating Haze is back! 

Haze Haze Go Away

Anybody doing research about interior design in Singapore right now will undoubtedly see plenty of beautiful homes with stripped wall panels.

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The debate over ceiling fans continues to spin around many a design circle. While some claim that ceiling fans downplay room aesthetics, champions of such fans highlight their practicality. In this article, we&#39;ll dissect the love-hate relationship between designers and why some dislike having ceiling fans in their design.&nbsp; <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1700717919542-image-02.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Table 1: Ceiling Fans &ndash; Pros and Cons Efficient Air CirculationOne of ceiling fans&rsquo; major selling points is their ability to efficiently circulate air in a room. They create a cool breeze during hotter months and help distribute warm air evenly during colder periods, a feature that stands resilient against changing seasons. The condition for this to do well is understanding the science behind ceiling fans. If you want your ceiling fan to effectively reach the corners of your room, it is not just about the width of your fan fixture and the blades. The height of your top clearance or downrod affects the capability to reach further, as the more clearance you have, the more air the blades can pick up and push down into your room. <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1700717958153-downrodlength.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">Fan Mounting Options (Image Source:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.luxedecor.com/buying-guides/ceiling-fan-buying-guide" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Luxe Decor</a>) Constant Wind CoverageCeiling fans provide consistent wind coverage, easing the strain on HVAC systems. By utilizing ceiling fans, homeowners can lower energy consumption - a critical benefit considering the ongoing environmental concerns. <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1700717994983-image-01.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib"> &ldquo;It Interferes With My Ceiling Design&rdquo;.Aesthetically, ceiling fans might not match a room&rsquo;s overall design and could obstruct interesting ceiling features. They&rsquo;re often viewed as practical but not aesthetically pleasing &ndash; a large reason many designers aren&#39;t fans of the fan. Some older designs have 5 blades and are long which makes it look like someone added &ldquo;propellers&rdquo; into a space and converted it into a helicopter. &ldquo;It Is Harder To Maintain/Clean&rdquo;With a floor standing fan, all you need to do is open the cage and take out the blades to hose it down. A stark disadvantage of ceiling fans, from a designer&#39;s perspective, is their difficulty to clean. Unlike light fixtures or compact standing fans, ceiling fans require more effort to maintain due to their height and size. A ladder is most definitely needed and in certain cases, where the bedframe is built in and immovable, there is an issue in placing the ladder to gain access to the ceiling fan.&nbsp; &ldquo;Strobe Light Issues&rdquo;Ceiling fans situated beneath a light source are liable to produce a strobe light effect. This can create an uncomfortable lighting situation that interrupts the tranquillity of a space. The designer will have to skirt around the ceiling fan to avoid casting a beam of light into fan&rsquo;s blade. In certain situations, this is unavoidable especially if the room is small and no matter how you shift the lights, there is no way you can avoid this. <img src="https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/sixides-us/uploads%2F1700718027107-strope-4-panel-1024x594.jpg" style="width: 100%;" class="fr-fic fr-dib">&ldquo;Strobing&rdquo; effect of ceiling fan on lights (Image taken from:&nbsp;<a href="https://emrenoblog.wordpress.com/2012/02/02/preventing-strobing-effect-from-ceiling-fans/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Em Reno Blog</a>&nbsp;) The best way to deal with strobe lighting issues (which is a pet peeve amongst designers) is to use a layered lighting approach and not depend on the light mounted on the ceiling for total illumination. By layering, you can use cove lights integrated into the carpentry, standing lamps and table lamps. The sum of lighting illuminating the space becomes spread out and this helps to avoid strobe lighting issue. Is There A Solution?So, do designers unequivocally hate ceiling fans? Not necessarily. Like any component in design, ceiling fans have their appropriate settings. However, they require a careful balance of their pros and cons to avoid sabotaging overall design cohesiveness and functionality. Perhaps it&#39;s less about animosity and more about awareness of when and where to use them to their best advantage.&nbsp;

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