Checklist of What To Consider Before Building A House

 

 

Checklist of What To Consider Before Building A House

Here’s a complete checklist of what to consider before building—in the order that actually matters. 

1. LAND & SITE CONDITIONS (MOST IMPORTANT) 
• Orientation (critical for Malaysia climate) 
• Avoid strong west-facing main windows (afternoon heat) 
• Prefer house aligned North–South 
• Decide where morning sun vs afternoon sun enters 
•  👉 This alone can change your cooling cost significantly. 
•  Drainage & flood risk 
• Check if area floods during heavy rain 
• Natural slope of land 
• Where water flows during storms 
• Wind direction 
• Identify prevailing breeze direction 
• Plan window placement for cross ventilation
2. HOUSE DESIGN FUNCTION (HOW YOU LIVE) 
•  Lifestyle planning Ask: 
•  Do I work from home? 
• How many people live here? 
• Do I host guests often?
•  Room requirements 
• Number of bedrooms (now + future) 
• Guest room needed? 
• Study room / office? 
• Space needs 
• Car porch size (1–3 cars?) 
• Outdoor space / garden 
• Storage room (very important but often ignored) 
3.  COMFORT & CLIMATE DESIGN (VERY IMPORTANT IN MALAYSIA) 
•  Cooling strategy (before aircond) 
• Cross ventilation design 
• Ceiling height (10–12 ft ideal) 
• Window placement for airflow 
•  Heat control 
• Roof insulation (mandatory) 
• Light-coloured roof 
• West wall protection (trees / shading) 
•  Natural lighting 
• Maximise daylight (reduce electricity) 
• Avoid too much west sunlight glare 
4.  ELECTRICAL & SMART SYSTEM PLANNING 
•  Circuit planning (very important but often ignored) 
•  Separate: 
•  Lighting circuits 
• Socket circuits 
• Aircond circuits 
• Kitchen heavy load 
• Outdoor circuits 
• Smart home readiness 
•  Plan early for: 
•  Extra wiring conduits 
• LAN cable points (not just WiFi) 
• Smart switch boxes 
• DB board space for future upgrades 
• Solar readiness 
• Roof orientation suitable for solar 
• Space for inverter near DB 
• Future battery storage space 
5. WATER & DRAINAGE SYSTEM 
• Rainwater harvesting 
• Roof gutter planning 
• Tank placement area 
•  Water pressure system 
• Pump location 
• Pipe routing efficiency 
• Waste water 
• Kitchen grease trap 
• Sewer flow direction
• Septic system (if applicable) 
6.  STRUCTURE & MATERIALS 
•  Wall & roof materials 
• Heat-resistant roofing material 
• Insulated walls (important in Malaysia heat) 
• Windows 
• Double-layer glass (if budget allows) 
• Anti-heat tinted windows 
• Secure but ventilated design 
7. FUTURE PROOFING (MOST PEOPLE MISS THIS) 
•  Expansion planning 
• Can you extend house later? 
• Space for extra rooms? 
• Staircase position (for future floor expansion) 
• Electrical expansion space 
• Extra DB breaker slots 
• Spare conduits in walls 
• Empty pipe routes for future cables 
• Smart home evolution 
• Start simple but scalable 
• Don’t block future upgrades 
8.  OUTDOOR & LIFESTYLE DESIGN 
•  Garden space 
• Shade trees for cooling 
• Outdoor relaxing area 
• Lifestyle zones 
• BBQ area 
• Outdoor seating
•  Kids play area (if relevant) 
9.  BUDGET & COST PLANNING 
•  Split budget properly: 
• Structure (foundation + walls) 
• Roof + insulation 
• Electrical system 
• Plumbing 
• Interior finishing 
• Smart/ESG upgrades (optional phase) 
•  👉 Most people overspend on finishing and underinvest in structure. 
10.  COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID 
•  Ignoring sun direction 
•  No future electrical planning 
•  Not enough windows for airflow 
•  Weak roof insulation 
•  No outdoor shading 
• No spare pipes/conduits 
• Designing before lifestyle planning 
11.  SIMPLE DECISION FRAMEWORK 
•  Before building, ask: 
•  “Will this house be cool naturally?” 
•  “Will this house waste or save energy?” 
•  “Can I upgrade this house later easily?” 
•  “Does this match my real lifestyle?” 
12. FINAL SUMMARY 
•  A well-planned landed house in Malaysia is built on 4 pillars: 
•  ✔ Climate-first design (heat + airflow) 
• ✔ Energy-efficient structure (not just gadgets) 
• ✔ Future-ready electrical system 
• ✔ Lifestyle-driven layout

[Scent] Suga - Studio Nocturne

 

Studio Nocturne

Inspired by SUGA 

Concept: late-night studio, minimalism, emotional depth 

 Scent identity: dark woody focus 

Controlled intensity, creative solitude

 Sandalwood Cedarwood: 0.55 

Vanilla Bean & Tonka: 0.30  

Bergamot Citrus: 0.15 

[ Scent] Mon Paris Romance

 

 

Mon Paris Romance 

Vibe: Sweet, fruity, seductive 

 like YSL Mon Paris.

Raspberry →4  

Patchouli → 4 

Vanilla → 2 

[Parenting] Week 2–4 survival plan

 

 

Week 2–4 survival plan

Weeks 2–4 are where things get real. The adrenaline from birth fades, sleep debt builds up, and your baby becomes more alert (and sometimes fussier). This phase isn’t easier—it’s just different. The goal here is to stabilize, not perfect. 

 WEEK 2 – “Why is my baby crying more?” 

•  Focus: Understanding baby + managing exhaustion
•  What’s happening: 
• Baby is more awake and aware 
• Cluster feeding becomes common (especially evenings) 
• Crying may increase (often called “witching hour”) 
• Your body is still recovering 
• What to do: 
• Feed on demand—this is normal, not a problem 
• Start noticing patterns (sleep cues, hunger timing) 
• Use simple soothing: 
• Swaddle 
• Rocking 
• White noise 
• Holding close 
• Reality check: 
• Evenings may feel chaotic 
• You might feel like you're doing something wrong—you’re not 

 WEEK 3 – Peak Fussiness Phase 

•  Focus: Survive crying + protect mental health 
•  What’s happening: 
• Many babies hit peak crying around this time 
• Possible gas/discomfort 
• Sleep still very irregular 
•  This is often linked to purple crying: 
•  Period of increased crying 
• Peaks around 6–8 weeks (you’re approaching it) 
• Not caused by bad parenting 
• What to do: 
• Try a calming sequence: 
• Feed 
• Burp 
• Hold upright 
• Sway/rock 
• Babywearing (carrier) helps a lot 
• Take breaks—put baby down safely if overwhelmed 
• Reality check: 
• Some days will feel endless 
• It’s okay to feel frustrated—step away briefly if needed 

 WEEK 4 – Slight Rhythm (But Not Routine) 

•  Focus: Build gentle structure without pressure 
•  What’s happening: 
• Baby may start showing loose patterns 
• Slightly longer sleep stretches (sometimes) 
• You’re more confident—but still tired 
• What to do: 
• Introduce a loose flow: 
• Wake → Feed → Awake → Sleep 
• Watch for sleep cues: 
• Yawning 
• Red eyelids 
• Fussiness 
• Reality check: 
• Don’t expect a fixed schedule yet 
• Progress is inconsistent 

 SLEEP STRATEGY (WEEKS 2–4) 

•  Instead of forcing a routine: 
•  Focus on awake windows (45–90 mins max) 
• Don’t keep baby awake too long → overtired = more crying 
• Prioritize naps over “training” 
•  Safe sleep still matters to reduce Sudden Infant Death Syndrome: 
•  Baby on back 
• Clear sleep space 

 FEEDING REALITY (THIS PHASE) 

• Growth spurts → baby feeds more often 
• Cluster feeding ≠ low milk supply 
• Formula-fed babies may also want more frequent feeds 
•  Key sign things are okay: 
•  Regular wet diapers 
• Baby gaining weight 

 MOTHER’S MENTAL STATE (CRITICAL) 

•  This is when many mothers struggle quietly. 
•  Watch for: 
•  Constant overwhelm 
• Irritability or anger 
• Feeling trapped or regretful 
•  If it persists, consider support for postpartum depression. 

 SUPPORT STRATEGY (GAME-CHANGER)

•  At this stage, help matters even more: 
•  Partner handles: 
• Diapers 
• Burping 
• Holding baby after feeds 
• Others help with: 
• Meals 
• Laundry 
• Cleaning 
•  Your job is still: recover + feed + rest 

 COMMON MISTAKES IN WEEKS 2–4 

• Trying to force a strict schedule too early 
• Thinking crying = something is wrong 
• Comparing your baby to “easy babies” online 
• Ignoring your own exhaustion 

 YOUR UPGRADED DAILY LOOP 

•  Still simple, just more intense: Feed → Burp → Hold → Soothe → Sleep → Repeat (Some cycles will feel like they never end—that’s normal.) 

 MOST IMPORTANT SHIFT 

•  Week 1 was shock. 
•  Weeks 2–4 are about: 
•  Building confidence 
• Accepting unpredictability
•  Learning your baby’s personality 
•  You’re not supposed to have control—you’re supposed to adapt.

[Novel] Suamiku Mr Perfect 10 - Syamnuriezmil

 

 

Suamiku Mr. Perfect 10 merupakan sebuah novel romantik yang popular kerana jalan ceritanya yang ringan, lucu dan penuh momen manis antara watak utama. 

Kisah ini menampilkan hubungan suami isteri yang bermula dengan pelbagai cabaran dan perbezaan sikap, namun perlahan-lahan berkembang menjadi hubungan yang lebih matang dan penuh kasih sayang. 

 Kekuatan novel ini terletak pada watak hero yang digambarkan sebagai “lelaki sempurna” — penyayang, bertanggungjawab dan romantik — sehingga membuatkan pembaca mudah jatuh hati dengan karakternya. Watak heroin pula bersahaja dan ceria, menjadikan interaksi mereka menghiburkan serta tidak terlalu berat. Dialog yang santai dan humor yang diselitkan turut menjadikan pembacaan lebih menyeronokkan. 

 Secara keseluruhannya, novel ini sesuai untuk pembaca yang gemarkan kisah cinta romantik dengan elemen komedi dan konflik ringan. Ia memberi hiburan santai sambil menyampaikan nilai tentang kesetiaan, toleransi dan kebahagiaan dalam rumah tangga.

Kenapa Marketing Penting

 

 

Kenapa Pemasaran Penting? 

 Perniagaan tanpa pemasaran ibarat membuka kedai di tengah hutan. Walaupun produk anda bagus: 

•  orang perlu tahu kewujudannya 
• faham manfaatnya 
• percaya kepada perniagaan anda 

Pemasaran membantu: 

• menarik pelanggan 
• meningkatkan jualan 
• membina kepercayaan 
• mengembangkan jenama 
• bersaing dengan pesaing 

Contoh 

•  Dua kedai kopi mempunyai rasa yang sama sedap. Tetapi: Kedai A aktif di TikTok Kedai B tiada promosi Kebanyakan pelanggan akan lebih mengenali Kedai A.

Fun Fact Jimin BTS

 

 

FUN FACT  JIMIN BTS

• He trained in contemporary dance 
• Before joining BTS, Jimin studied modern dance, which is why his performances are known for their elegance and emotional expression. 
• He almost didn’t debut Jimin was one of the last members to join BTS and trained for a much shorter time compared to others—yet quickly proved his talent. 
• His solo song “Like Crazy” made history 
• His track Like Crazy debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100, making him the first Korean solo artist to achieve this milestone.
•  He’s known for his high, emotional vocals Jimin’s voice has a soft yet powerful tone that fits perfectly in emotional and high-pitched parts of BTS songs. 
• He’s very detail-oriented with performances 
• Jimin is known to practice intensely and pay close attention to every small movement to make performances perfect.