Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2022 i Home & Decor

Whether you’re working from home a few days of the week or full-time, it’s essential to carve out a space that separates your work and personal life. As hybrid working is here to stay, it is paramount to ensure your workstation is fully kitted out with the right gear and accessories to make the work day flow smoother, more comfortable and more organised. PHYSICAL NEEDS OMNIDESK ICHI (ONE) KAWA PRO 2020 FRAME The Omnidesk Ichi (One) embraces the monolith of mother nature and distils it into a single desk that will elevate your space. Its tabletop is made from teak, featuring dark heartwood and buttery brown tones of outer sapwood. It has a highly sensitive anti-collision mechanism and a childlock feature that makes adjusting to your most comfortable sitting or…

Fine Crystal Fine crystal heritage brand Baccarat has opened a pop-up store at Marina Bay Sands. Decked out like an opulent Parisian apartment, the store features French-style wall mouldings, cabinets in the style of Maison Baccarat in Paris, and finishes like marble and walnut to enhance its crystal offerings, which include iconic pieces like Mille Nuits chandelier, New Antique bowl and various limited editions from the Haute Couture collection. The Baccarat pop-up store is at L1-09 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands, www.baccarat.com. Automated Rental One-stop home rental platform Cove has announced a property management tech platform developed specifically for its landlord partners. The platform will provide live portfolio data and insights into the property’s performance, allowing for ease of progress monitoring. Visit www.cove.com.sg for more information. The Artling Does…

Looking for an interior designer but not sure where to start? The Livspace Experience Centre might be your answer. An interior design and home renovation platform that connects homeowners and designers, Livspace is a one-stop-shop for all your renovation needs. The brand was founded in 2014 and has grown from strength to strength – you may have seen their services online or in Ikea stores. Today, the Experience Centre is a testament to the brand’s strong presence in the region. Spanning over 2,000 sq ft, the new showroom takes up two floors in the heart of Oxley Bizhub. “We chose Oxley Bizhub because it’s a well-known interior design hub frequented by interior designers and homeowners,” says Srikanth MVS, the assistant VP of sales, operations, and category management. “There’s a whole…

Andaz Singapore has been revamping its many restaurants recently to refresh its F&B offerings. The latest to be completed is the premium steakhouse on level 38, 665°F. Designed by Andre Fu studio, the steakhouse serves prime cuts and sustainable seafood cooked in its signature Pira charcoal oven in a cosy setting with breathtaking views. It seats just 30 pax, and since it opened in 2017, it has always been popular. Andre Fu’s refresh of the restaurant saw it taking over the 1,300 sq ft space adjacent to the main dining room that was the hotel’s engineering room and turned it into The Cellar, a stunning wine vault that stores 400 bottles and seats 20 diners. “Once all the machinery had been cleared out, our first impression was that its rectangular…

Way of Life is a real estate company that strives to make renting a home an enjoyable experience by providing highquality amenities and stylish interiors. The company has partnered with design studio Fettle to create The Gessner, a luxurious members-only, clubinspired living experience in Tottenham Hale. Fettle’s recent projects include The Hoxton Rome and the Mortimer House Roof Bar in London. The studio’s first large-scale residential project, drawing on its experience in high-class hospitality, The Gessner consists of 164 apartments. As part of Way of Life’s philosophy, residents can design their own homes or move into curated spaces. Custom furniture and signature lighting were carefully selected for apartments and shared spaces. The studio’s attention to finer details is evident in the fully equipped Borough kitchen, Earl of East bathroom products,…

Moving from his former four-room BTO flat on the highest level of the block to a three-bedroom unit on the ground floor of the condominium across the road seems to make perfect sense for civil servant Ong Jinxiang. With the move, the 38-year-old aquascape and plant lover can have a large aquarium without worrying about structural loading. Plus, the Private Enclosed Space (PES) allows him to create his own garden. He and his wife, Wu Liling, who is 39 and is an administrator in a construction company, fell in love with the unit at first sight. They particularly liked the ample indoor and PES spaces, as well as its layout and high ceiling. Jinxiang’s cousin from Lush Interior designed the couple’s previous home. They had no qualms about leaving the…

With hybrid and remote work on the rise, most of us have the flexibility to work from anywhere we choose. But sometimes, working from home can be isolating, especially if you don’t have a dedicated home office. A co-working space might just be the alternative you need, with plenty of opportunities for interaction and collaboration. THE HIVE CARPENTER FOR THOSE WHO LOVE A TRENDY, CREATIVE VIBE IN THE WORKSPACE For those who prefer the flexibility of a hybrid schedule, The Hive Carpenter offers an affordable part-time plan that lets you go into the office for 10 days or even just use the office for the day whenever you feel like it. With events like rooftop yoga, runway fashion shows, and open mic nights, The Hive has its finger on the…

GREATER ADJUSTABILITY Having the correct desk size for your child is essential in designing the study. But remember that children grow up fast, so think about products that can accommodate their growth spurt while remaining ergonomic. The Intelligent Kids Desk & Chair 1.0 from Tomato KidZ includes a height-adjustable desk with a tiltable top, ensuring the child has the correct posture even when growing. Retails for $1,499 at www.kidshaven.sg.sg. AMPLE STORAGE Teach your children early to have a tidy workspace. To do so, ensure they have ample storage to put all their play and study equipment. The Dark Metal Line Study Desk from Cilek has a cool industrial vibe that will age well and offers plenty of open storage and a handsome drawer. The collection also includes wall-mounted overhead shelf…

Known for its signature style and fine Italian quality, luxury brand Furla has just unveiled its new creativity and research hub in Tavarnelle Val di Pesa, Florence. The new complex, Furla Progetto Italia, joins the manufacturing platform which the company acquired in 2018. With their generous patios and green roofs, the three main wings of the complex integrate almost seamlessly into the surrounding beauty of the Tuscan landscape. Built at different heights, with plenty of open spaces and natural light streaming into the interiors, the complex celebrates the connection between the indoors and outdoors. The design was conceived by Udine’s Geza studio, which has won several accolades, such as the American Architecture Prize and the Architizer A+Awards Prize. Spanning over 462,848 sq ft, the complex is home to offices, laboratories,…

Once derelict, a former sewing shop has undergone a radical transformation, and its creators have dubbed the project the “old kid on the block”. Today, it’s a bright and welcoming space for designers, architects, and the local community in Venice, California, to collaborate and live in. David Saik, an architect based in Berlin, designed the space with Emeco. It was important to retain and restore as much of the old building’s heritage as possible while incorporating new elements that were a natural fit for the design narrative. Keeping the original building was important to the team as sustainability and connection to the local community are at the core of Emeco’s mission. It hopes the space will inspire dialogue on sustainability and craftsmanship among its occupants. The new configuration includes living…

Whirlwind love stories usually don’t last, but this one seems set for a lifetime. Only 12 hours had elapsed since this homeowner had first seen the resale flat listing on PropertyGuru and reached out to the agent involved, but he already knew this was the home he had been looking for. After a quick viewing via a Whatsapp video call, he confirmed the purchase. It was far from an impulsive decision, however. The homeowner – a professor in his 50s – had been looking for a flat in Sin Ming for a while, as he wanted to be near his siblings, who were living in the area. He was due to fly back from overseas, where he had been based for the last two decades, and the timing was just…

WHO LIVES HERE A couple in their 50s and three sons in their 20s HOME An executive maisonette in Clementi SIZE 1,550 sq ft This executive maisonette is home to a semi-retired F&B owner Jason Ong, 53, and his family. His wife, Claudia Lim, 50, has retired. As such, the couple felt it was timely to cash out on their private property and move to an HDB. Like their previous duplex penthouse, the maisonette also occupies two storeys. However, Jason points out that the latter actually has a larger usable floor area. “When we were working or studying from home, we used to have to squeeze into various corners,” he recalls. Now, there is enough room for everyone, including their three boys aged 25, 22 and 20, to each have…

Most of us have been called back to the office already. But the way we manage the boundary between work life and home life has changed. Similar to how the best companies have adapted their employee’s work arrangements to provide more flexibility in time and locations, the design of our homes have also evolved to accommodate work and school, permanently. Home office, a feature that, before the pandemic, seemed to be an extra feature, has become a sought-after one that increases the value of your home. So how do we design one that suits our needs? Here are some tips and case studies. SHARED HOME OFFICE Your family members or your guests might be your coworkers in your home office. Think about how to best arrange multiple workstations in the…

EDITOR’S CHOICE DOUBLE THE FUN Designed by Verner Panton in 1959, Vitra’s sinuous Panton Chair is one of the most recognisable chairs in the world. Its silhouette is widely regarded as an icon of 20th-century design. Recently Vitra launched a special limited edition Panton Duo collection, comprising five variants with contrasting front and back colours. The colour combinations reference the legendary Fantasy Landscape, which Verner Panton created in 1970 for the 󿿮󿿯󿿰󿿯󿿱󿿲󿿳󿿴󿿵 installation in Cologne. Available at Vitra Store, distributed by W.Atelier in Singapore, price upon request. Visit www.watelier.com for more information. ART OBJECTS At Milan Design Week 2002, tile brand Mutina skirted the realm of art with Paesaggi collection. It comprises three decorative models originally designed by the late designer-artist Nathalie Du Pasquier, one of the founding members of the legendary…

EDL, the purveyor of decorative laminates, worktop solutions, designer handles, and knobs for architects, interior designers and homeowners, opened an experiential gallery, EDL Division, in Sungei Kadut in 2016. Designed by Formwerkz Architects, the award-winning gallery showcases the richness and potential of laminates in a visual narrative that unfolds throughout the space. This year, EDL brought its creative showroom approach to Malaysia with the opening of EDL Gallery in Petaling Jaya, Greater Kuala Lumpur. The first gallery to be launched in the country by a laminate supplier, it was designed by prominent Malaysian architect Tan Loke Mun, founder and principal of DrTanLM Architect. Located in an industrial technology park, the two-storey gallery is a hybrid space comprising a showroom with lounge and event spaces, a warehouse and an office. “Since…

Located about 150km north of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara has a tranquil atmosphere that invites visitors to enjoy the warm weather and beautiful landscape by the Pacific Ocean. A few months ago, Palihouse Santa Barbara opened its doors in the charming city’s historic Presidio neighbourhood. “Santa Barbara has long been known for five-star beach retreats and luxurious getaways, but we saw a need for a smaller, truly unique offering that could [provide] a European club-style environment with all the touchpoints of a quaint inn where personality, design and understated service could shine,” says Avi Brosh, founder of Palisociety, the company that owns and manages Palihouse Santa Barbara. Avi reinvented the two-story Spanish colonial-inspired property, once the site of the Santa Barbara School of the Arts founded in 1920, with the…

Located where former fine-dining restaurant Pollen used to be, Marguerite opened its doors to guests in January this year. Helmed by chef owner Michael Wilson, the restaurant serves up contemporary cuisine with the chef’s focus on craft, provenance and produce. On arrival at Gardens by the Bay, guests are treated to a scenic buggy ride around the exterior of the Flower Dome before arriving at a nondescript entrance to the restaurant. A corridor, lined with interesting keepsakes from the chef’s travels, leads to the main dining area where two large hand-sculpted boulders provide visual contrast to the Scandinavian-style setting, complete with handmade wooden furniture and white marble table tops. Taking prime space within the restaurant is a large open kitchen lined with three wide islands, which is another highlight at…

Lyf has opened its third Singapore property in Little India. Lyf Farrer Park is the co-living brand’s sixth property in Asia, with 12 more in the pipeline around the world. Lyf Farrer Park’s 240 units, as well as its many communal facilities, were designed by award-winning local interior studio Architology. There are three tastefully designed apartment types to choose from. One-of-a-Kind is a studio apartment that houses a couple comfortably, Side-by-Side is a twin-bed studio apartment that fits two, and Two-of-a-Kind is a two bedroom apartment with a shared kitchenette that can house up to four occupants. All units are suitable for mid- to long-stay and is fully furnished with an ensuite bathroom and high-speed wi-fi. Architology drew inspiration for Lyf Farrer Park’s interior design from the vibrant culture of…

If you have visited Marina Barrage lately, you would have seen an elegant timber pavilion at the base of the green ramp. This is +Pavilion. Designed for Swiss Weeks 2022, it is a collaborative project of the Embassy of Switzerland in Singapore, Affordable Abodes, Deloitte Singapore, EHL Campus (Singapore), Haring Timber Technology, Hilti, Marina Barrage, Nespresso, Studio SKLIM, UBS, and Vitra. Constructed from engineered timber, the pavilion showcases innovative and sustainable designs, building materials and solutions, including tricked-out furniture pieces from Vitra. The built environment is responsible for 39 per cent of global carbon emissions. +Pavilion aims to educate its visitors on how we can reduce that via innovative materials and technologies showcased under its five-metre cantilever. We asked Kevin Lim, founder of award-winning practice Studio SKLIM and +Pavilion’s designer,…