Space-Saving in BTOs: Transform Furniture Into Entertainment Within Seconds!

A house is not a home. This is a saying that many of us know, regardless of where we’re from or what generation we hail from. While the concept is easy to understand, I would argue that many young, modern Singaporeans—and young people in other Asian and Western countries too—are facing the problem of living in a ‘house’ rather than a ‘home’. I’m certain there are plenty of us that treat our houses—especially apartments—as just a place to eat and sleep before going about with the rest of our days. I’ve seen many people, both friends and family, who live with having the bare minimum in their houses simply because they feel they don’t actually stay there much during the day and would rather be outside. This should not be the case.    So what does this have to do with dining pool tables? Having something valuable that creates joy in your home life is the first step into making your house into a home.  I believe that a dining pool table can help you make the transition from a house into a home. It provides you with an outlet for play while also making sure that you also have a practical space to use during work and meal times. The dual-purpose table allows you to efficiently utilise the largest space in your home and this is especially true for the modern home where space conservation is necessary.  Yes, having your own personalised game room will always be the dream. However, we cannot deny the fact that apartment spaces and CBD flats make having a dedicated playroom quite difficult. This is where owning your own dining pool table so appealing. With it, you won’t need to think about designing and creating a dedicated gaming room just to accommodate all your cool games and gadgets: you can just make them your living room’s centrepiece!   Practical Functionality: What More Can You Ask For? Dining pool tables facilitate themselves as being both a dining table and a pool table, but do you know that they can also come with other play options as well? In fact, some dining pool table tops are repurposed and advertised as being multi-functional for other types of games such as ping pong and air hockey. With a range of gaming options, dining pool tables can help you keep them all in one space (or table) while not compromising build quality or gameplay.  If you’re someone that’s more conscious about picking out furniture that fits your home, you won’t have to compromise and settle on having either aesthetic or functionality when purchasing a dining pool table. Most dining pool tables are completed with a wood or metallic finish so that they are functional and easy to maintain. This design feature pairs magnificently with the dining table side as it creates a beautiful centrepiece for you to serve any guests or family you might have over. When the pool table aspect is covered and not in use, dining pool tables look just like any other table, providing you an elegant and classy dining table while still being a fully functional pool table underneath it all.  In addition, the additional ‘table’ surface also acts as an extra layer of protection that helps to hide and protect your more delicate pool table accessories from potential pets or a child’s wandering hands. It’s essentially the table’s own secret storage compartment.  Perhaps you’re not keen on some of the standard designs on the market but fret not! Brands like Billiards Montfort offer a range of customisable options for you to create your own bespoke dining pool table. Instead of settling for just any dining pool table, why not just make one that is the right fit for you and your home rather than the other way around? Moreover, you won’t have to worry if you’re truly using it to its fullest. We understand that dining pool tables do have a substantial price tag on them, which is why it’s important to make sure the purchase is worthwhile for such a valuable investment. The pool table’s 2-in-1 build ensures it is regularly in use rather than being left aside in a corner (especially with lockdowns and social distancing). For families, a dining pool table would help to encourage your loved ones to join in on the fun, allowing for bonding sessions after dinner or during weekends when you just want to wind down and have some fun. If you’re worried about whether a dining pool table would be enough to accommodate yourself, friends, and family in the future without needing extra space, that won’t pose much of a problem. Dining pool tables follow standard pool table measurements, which means most dining pool tables can easily accommodate a minimum of 8 people. There won’t be a need for an extra table or having to consider upgrading (unless you want a new dining pool table!) in the future. With so many choices and versatility, it’s no wonder dining pool tables have been making such a big hit in the Singaporean market over recent years.     Who knows? Maybe by the end of it, this purchase will help to encourage the growth of your very own personalised man cave in the future. We certainly believe that a dining pool table is a step in the right direction for indulging the inner child in you.  Explore our range of Pool Dining Table.

Our customer Leighton Eng recently bought a Contempo Dining Pool Table and VDarts H3L from The Men's Cave. In the process of moving to a new house, he decided to purchase some games to liven up his living space, including a personal pool table for his bedroom. While we've had numerous fun-loving Singaporeans fill their living room with a pool table, it's the first for us that someone is placing it in his own bedroom. We had to feature him to find out more!   [caption id="attachment_8130" align="aligncenter" width="768"] VDarts H3L in our showroom[/caption] What made you decide on getting a dining pool table? I enjoy playing pool and I used to frequently visit pool saloons when I was younger. But ever since I started working, I didn't really have the time to play as often. So now that I'm getting a new house, I was thinking "hmm, maybe I could get a pool table for my house".   It's interesting to note that you have decided to place a dining pool table in your room, what made you decide on placing it in your room? and do you intend to dine on it? Initially, I planned to place a normal pool table in my room since I have space. While searching for a pool table, I came across the pool/dining table on The Men's Cave website and I was immediately drawn to it. I could convert it into a dining table and have my friends come over to play games/drink etc., and yes, I intend to dine on it as well.   How do you go about selecting the kind of game products for your house? (in terms of budget/ space limitations/design) I wanted my house to be a place where I could play the games I enjoy, like pool/darts, and The Men's Cave has exactly what I was looking for. With those in my house, I don't have to spend time and money travelling elsewhere to play those games. It required some planning on where to position the items, but I had already planned on hacking a wall to combine two rooms into one, which made the planning easier.   If money isn't a factor to consider, would you have built your dream man's cave any differently? Definitely, if it weren't for space and budget limitations, there would have been so much more I would have included in my man's cave. For example, the poker table, automated mahjong table and the steering wheel set up with the racing chair.   Final Words While we all love to have never ending space, it's simply not going to be the case unless you're sitting on bag loads of cash. Nevertheless it's always wonderful to see what a bit of creativity and out of box thinking can bring you as Leighton's home has shown us. With a tweak here and there, he was able to multi purpose his space intelligently and achieve the best of both worlds. We endorse!    Want to find out more about what other homes are up to? Here's our previous customer feature! If you're keen on building your own man cave or game room, do read the articles linked for some ideas.  

Do you miss going to bars or arcades when you could? Longing for the days when you could hang out with your friends and family without having to expose them and yourself to any risks in Singapore’s concrete jungle?  Whatever the reason might be, many of us are now spending more time at home than we ever dreamed of.  However, that doesn’t mean that life at home can’t be fun. Instead of dreaming about the past, we feel it has become more important than ever to make houses into homes that are fun and enjoyable if we’re going to be spending so much more time in them. In fact, why not bring the arcade experience right into your own home by making your very own barcade! While everyone’s interpretation is different, a barcade is essentially the concept of a pub/arcade that has been converted into a single location so you can have the best of both worlds. There isn’t anything stopping you from introducing these two things into the comfort of your own home! I mean, how many of us have had to cut a good winning streak short just because the arcade was closing and you needed to go back home? With a home barcade, such a problem will just become a thing of the past!   Believe it or not. People are turning homes into personal bars. Following the saying, “Work hard and play harder,” games also provide so many benefits to your home and work life. Just having a space at home that allows you to disconnect and even destress whenever it might be a rough day has been proven to help reduce your mental and physical tension, actually increasing your overall productivity throughout the day.  Also, don’t be fooled by the misconception that you need a lot of space to have your own barcade! You can utilise any space limitations (if you have them!) by choosing items based on your own preferences.  There are plenty of options for all your gaming needs, both big and small! At The Men’s Cave, we don’t believe in cutting corners and only source the best and coolest gadgets and games for your entertainment! Over the years, we've managed to create a wide range of products that will make you spoilt for choice! Here are some of our personal favourites that we recommend you try out if you’re tight on space and just starting out!: VDarts Mini Plus, Convenience and Quality in One!   [caption id="attachment_7014" align="aligncenter" width="884"] Offering both convenience and quality at a fraction of most retail prices, the VDarts Mini Plus condenses the professional experience of dart playing into the comforts of your own home or office space.[/caption]   The One and Only, Stern The Mandalorian Pinball Machine [caption id="attachment_10447" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] A treat for any Star Wars fan, the Stern Mandalorian Pinball Machine will transport and immerse you in the beloved world of The Mandalorian series with its fast gameplay, exciting visual effects, and brilliant soundtrack taken straight from the series itself.[/caption] The Classic Atari Pong Coffee Table [caption id="attachment_7745" align="aligncenter" width="738"] A classic game that began the revolution of video games as we know it today, the ATARI Pong Coffee Table will make waking up in the mornings with your morning coffee just all the more exciting![/caption]   Meet James, and his Bishi Bashi in his studio apartment [caption id="attachment_7955" align="aligncenter" width="1000"] The quintessential arcade machine, the Bishi Bashi Arcade Machine is a hit, button-smashing fun for groups of all ages. Bright and colourful with a variety of different game genres to choose from, it’ll be a household favourite for sure![/caption]   How to get started quickly? If you'd like some advice on how to kickstart your barcade adventures at home, we're happy to provide you with a consultation session (they'll always be free!) on WhatsApp or in our showroom to test any products you’re interested in.  You can even check us out on Instagram to get all the inspiration on how to design your own game rooms or sign up for our newsletters (located at the bottom of this article!) for first updates, invites to exclusive events, and all the latest reviews and releases we have in store, just for you!  Let us make your homes the most fun place to be!