Ultimate Makeover

A Warm and Inviting Feel for a Family Home

Dubbed as The Biggest Makeover Ever�"let's revisit Real Living's ultimate makeover winner for 2008

by MM de Mesa Published Feb 26, 2016 Feb 26, 2016
Original Article: Hannah Acab-Faustino Photography: Ocs Alvarez/ACME Visual Productions Styling: Gwyn GS Guanzon Interior Designer: Hannah Acab-Faustino

Most interior designers find Real Makeovers challenging with its budget constraints and the amount of work that had to be done in a short period of time. But for Hannah Acab-Faustino of IDeal Interior Design Services, working on these projects brings nothing but excitement. She sees potential in every home and finds these makeovers an opportunity to meet homeowners who would appreciate her functional designs.

In 2008, Hannah took on the Ultimate Makeover challenge for the Barcos family. The outcome was so spectacular that even the Barcos's neighbors had made it a habit to take a breather in their house! Check out the transformation with these photos:

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How Much It Costs:

Elba
Range - P 16,796
Handyman Do It Center
Paint and paint materials, construction materials - P 39,523
Hanwha
Anti-bacterial vinyl wood flooring - P 26,280
IDeal Interior Design Services
Foam, fabric, labor for daybed, sanding of stairs (courtesy of Ilagan Sanding), wallpaper installation, labor - P 31,164
Kraut Art Glass
Glass from transom windows and divider - P 24,100
Lafarge
Cement for bathroom and laundry/cooking area, additional carpentry materials, miscellaneous expenses - P 48,796
LDLT Enterprises
Granite kitchen countertop, backsplash - P 18,000
Robinsons Appliances
Refrigerator, microwave, oven toaster, washing machine, blender, turbo broiler, television, DVD player, electric fan, electric stove, wall clock - P 40,204
Robinsons Department Store
Mirrors, frames, area rug, pillow cases, tableware, accessories - P 40,306
Simbulan
Furniture - P 54,750
Grand Total:
339,919

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