Reno ad hoc project - Addition of Built in oven and cabinet in kitchen

We decided to built an extension of our current kitchen cabinet(above) to accomodate a built-in oven , storage space and a book shelf. We had held back on this during our initial renovation last time in order to rein in removation costs and not go beyond our budget. At that time, an oven was not on the critical equipment list for the house. Now with Gayle intending to learn and do more baking, we decided to go ahead with this planned extension.


(Above and below)Original IKEA Lack book shelf costing $28 which we installed 3 years ago during our initial renovation in the kitchen to provide shelving space without busting our renovation budget.




(Above)The cabinets finally arrive for installation. Setting down the base supporting frame.




(Above)Contractor checking if cabinet top is level


(Above)Main cabinets in place.


(Above) Installation of glass doors for the book shelf.


(Above)Fitting in of oven.


(Above)Use of the computer table type wiring turntable.

Our ID- Jacky suggested a unique way of running the 15AMP plug for the oven through a attached wiring turntable(above) usually found in computer tables. This provides a neat and aesthtically looking wiring outlet.





(Above) Gayle's collction of baking books displayed in the book shelving.


(Above) Closeup of the Bosch built in oven -model HBA23B550J.


(Above) Oven controls. Pop out controls featured.

The Bosch built in oven model is for installation in HDB flats where the electrical requirements meet HDB regulations. Do check whether the model you are planning to purchase is compatiable with HDB regulations if you are staying in a HDB apartment. Bought it at $1280 inclusive of GST and eco cleaning panel(HEZ329020) for oven self-cleaning from Mega Discount at Kallang. We like the sleek modern look, energy saving baking and self cleaning function. We tried the doors of other oven but none can match the solidity and smooth operation of the Bosch plus the reflective inner glass helps keep heat in and reduce heat conduction levels on the outside of the door for safety and efficiency.Gayle like the ergonomic pop out control which helps maintain a clean line on the face of the oven so that cleaning is easy and aesthically better.




(Above) Installation of the Eco- Self cleaning panel by Bosch staff.


(Above)Cabinet almost completed, waiting for solid top to arrive.


(Above) Installation of the solid top for the cabinet top


(Above)Black Solid top for our cabinet extension which matches the top in use for current cabinet.


(Above) Additional storage spacing in the kitchen - Top storage space and bottom storage space(Below)


With the cabinets completed, the kitchen has a new look and reminds us how lucky we are to have such a big kitchen to accomodate a long cabinet with space for extension and a wash area. The red glossy cabinets help brighten up the kitchen. Thanks to Jacky who in his usual friendly and easy-going manner helped us along in our design requirements and installation process. He also helped us to patch the holes in the ceiling after the electrician installed new lightings. Those interested in a similar project can contact our ID- Jacky from Ideal Design at 81460584.






(Above)Completed Cabinet at last!