Innholdsfortegnelse for December 2022 i Home & Decor

DIPTYQUE The French perfumer’s latest festive collection is inspired by the constellations in the nightsky. Diptyque’s three limited-edition scented candles, Pine Tree (Sapin), Spark (Étincelles) and Snow (Neige), which envelop the holidays in emblematic winter scents faceted with new and singular tones, are presented in specially decorated glass vessels. The limited edition metallic lantern (for classic candle) features oval cutouts, which project an endless array of captivating rotating shapes when lit. The Diptyque Holiday Collection retails from $69-342. Visit https://escentials.com for more information. AN AMBROSIAL CHRISTMAS Local online purveyor of cult candle brands MellowOver is offering a variety of scented goodies for the time of the year. Get on an olfactory wanderlust journey with limited edition festive candles from American brands — P.F. Candle Co, Brooklyn Candle Studio, Boy Smells…

New Superstore Drop by Harvey Norman’s Parkway Parade Superstore, which boasts bigger and better features. With an expanded range of furniture, bedding and homeware, customisation in Italian leather or Australian Warwick fabric is also available here. Not to mention more options in their kitchen, coffee machine, gaming and mattress departments. www.harveynorman.com.sg Fair Weather Jan 12-15, 2023 will see the inaugural edition of ART SG, which brings together over 150 leading galleries worldwide to Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre. Presented by UBS, the art fair will showcase exceptional artworks, large-scale site-specific installations and talks. Tickets available at www.artsg.com. Formalising Sustainability The Singapore Furniture Industries Council (SFIC) has announced its furniture Sustainability Leaders Programme (SLP) and Sustainability Leaders Recognition (SLR). The SLP is a five-stage programme that will grow internal…

Luzerne started in 1947 as Hiap Huat, a trading company importing homewares worldwide before buying a factory in Dehua, China — a county in Fujian province named the World Ceramics Capital by the World Crafts Council, where blanc de chine (white porcelain) was invented — in 1994 and starting a tableware manufacturing business. Ten years later, the company decided to focus on its own brand. Thus Luzerne was born. Today, it is an award-winning tableware brand with a presence in 58 countries operated by the third generation of its founding Lek family. This year, celebrating its 75 years in the business, the company refurbished the Luzerne building in Bendemeer. Nestled in its fifth floor is The Luzerne, Singapore, a chic space comprising a new office, a gallery and a store…

“This is not a hotel.” That was the opening line of RH Guesthouse New York’s website. “It is not for everyone, no children or pets, maximum two guests per room, no foldout beds, no thumping music, no loud or grumpy guests. To honour your privacy, we ask that guests refrain from taking photographs or posting the property on social media,” it elaborates. RH is an American company founded as Restoration Hardware in 1979 in California, known for its expansive furniture collections retailed worldwide. It was renamed RH in 2012 as it underwent an initial public offering and trades under the NY Stock Exchange under the symbol RH. Today, RH prides itself as a curator of design, taste and style in the luxury lifestyle market, offering its collections through galleries and…

A decade after Helsinki World Design Capital in 2012, the Finnish capital – boasting a long design tradition with famous names such as Alvar Aalto and Eero Saarinen – uses design as a strategic tool to improve itself as a provider of services to citizens. Design infuses all aspects of daily life, and it is taught from elementary school. The municipality even hired its chief design officer, Hanna Harris, one of only a handful worldwide, who uses design to understand the needs of Helsinki’s inhabitants and to ensure a smoothly functioning and equal-opportunity city. During Helsinki Design Week, Habitare returned to Messukeskus in September 2022, taking place for the first time since 2019 – as the pandemic postponed the previous two shows. Finland’s largest furniture, design and interior decoration fair…

A cosy place to come home to after work and a conducive environment for the kids to grow up in – these are what most working couples with young kids look for in a home. Finance professionals Erwin and Serina are no different. However, unlike many homeowners who usually request to hack walls to create an open plan, they wanted the walls reinstated as the previous owner had many of them removed. Although the condominium they purchased is only seven years old, they decided to redo the entire interior as it was not to their liking. Everything was gutted except for the common bathroom. “We like our home to be clean, bright and airy. As we are into movies and music, we also wanted our living room to accommodate our…

With the festive season approaching, many of us are also gearing up for the customary feast. But, rather than fussing in the kitchen unnecessarily, we’ve put together a cheat sheet of appliances and gadgets that can help cut down your prep, cooking time or presentation. Happy feasting! THE MORE, THE MERRIER Multicookers are the MVP of any kitchen, especially small kitchens, as they serve various functions within one compact appliance. OMNI-FUNCTIONAL The Tokit Omnicook might be vying for the overachiever in this category with a staggering 21 kitchen appliances, including the common blender and steamer, to the specialised likes of sous vide and fermenter. It also includes a step-by-step recipe database of dishes around the world to cook what you want in a short time. sg.tokitglobal.com A PERFECT ROAST Getting…

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We hang out more in the dining area now that the kitchen has evolved into a domestic social hub. Thus, the importance of choosing the right dining table and dining chairs is more crucial than ever. The first step is to measure your space and determine the best number of dining chairs to suit it. Then choose the design that complements the overall look of your home. Do you like everything to be matchy-matchy? Choose the dining table and chair sets, like Ashley Furniture’s Skempton, Tyler Creek, Bennox and Rokane sets – these create a cohesive look and are often sold at a bundle price. If you enjoy mixing and matching, you can select pieces with similar aesthetics, like the BYY dining table and Geo dining chairs, or pick a…

The partnership between acclaimed London-based designer Tara Bernerd – founder of interior architectural practice Tara Bernerd & Partners – and Thompson Hotels goes back more than 10 years, allowing this project to run smoothly across the Atlantic. “Our journey with this hotel commenced just over five years ago when we were approached directly by the owners – because of [our] long association – and they asked us to bring Thompson to Hollywood,” Tara recalls. “It was a dream project in a dream location, so the decision was an easy one.” Then, with the pandemic affecting every country and every business, things became a little more complicated. “The biggest design challenge we had to overcome was completing the project amid a global lockdown,” shares Tara. “We had to do so much…

Occupying a 1,400 sq ft space on the ground floor of The Working Capitol’s former biscuit factory building on Keong Saik Road, COL is cool because it is unpretentious. Designed by interior designer Jin Seow of Jin Seow Studio, the 50-seat restaurant’s overall vibe is industrial, featuring vintage pieces and locally-sourced retro-inspired finishes. The menu itself is modern pan-European fare but done with mostly local, seasonal ingredients. “COL represents a new style of simple, accessible, and yet sophisticated dining where seasonality is key, and we are excited to be part of a new wave of approachable, refined restaurants in Singapore,” said Chef-owner Colin Buchan, who operates the joint with wife Sophie Fitsall. “We are choosing to find the sweet spot between fine and casual dining whilst focusing on produce and…

Founded in early 2020, Solar AI Technology aims to make rooftop solar system adoption as simple, affordable and approachable across South-east Asia. Solar energy is the cheapest form of energy in our region, yet the take-up rate of rooftop solar energy in private residential properties is still slow. This is partly due to the perception that the technology is cumbersome and expensive to install and maintain – in short: it’s just not worth it for average homeowners. But is it? Solar AI’s latest service, the Rent-To-Own (RTO) scheme, begs to differ. We find out more from company founder and CEO Bolong Chew. WHAT WAS THE IMPETUS FOR THE RTO SCHEME? The cost of the solar system has fallen nearly 90 per cent in the last decade, and solar energy is…

For someone as stylish as Annette Dreesmann, who used to be a fashion merchandiser, it only follows that her home is just as elegant as she is. Situated in the quiet area of Kim Cheng Road, the walk-up apartment is bright, airy and reconfigured specifically to her lifestyle. Annette sought out Artistroom for the design and renovation, having previously stayed in an apartment that the studio designed. She liked the apartment’s decor so much that she contacted the owner to find out who had designed it and was introduced to Artistroom. The Artistroom team removed all the existing walls, entirely reconfiguring what was previously a two-bedder HDB flat. They created a separate wet and dry kitchen and a small service yard area for laundry. The dry kitchen area’s piece de…

PALETTE HACK TEMPER YOUR BURNT RED THEME WITH SOME GREY AND DUSTY PINK FOR A MODERN LOOK. BASE COLOUR PRIMARY COLOR SECONDARY COLORS CRIMSON TIDE Red may be traditional for Christmas, but the modern preference is for a softer and more pastel option, such as burnt red with a hint of dark orange mixed in. Contrast this with a dash of matte gold or sunset yellow for a soothing presentation. STOCK UP ON THESE TABLEWARE ESSENTIALS YOU CAN USE FOR ANY SETTING. BASE COLOUR PRIMARY COLOR SECONDARY COLORS THE DRAW OF EVERGREEN The slow living trend seems to have brought back the popularity of earthy botanicals and herbs into our homes. Inject a rustic nordic touch to your festive table with this dark green palette. BASE COLOUR PRIMARY COLOR SECONDARY…

The luxury of space is one not many have in Singapore, yet we are a house-proud people and love having family and friends over. Here we’ve rounded up some products that will make entertaining in small living rooms easier and so memorable your guests will be bugging you for their next invite. PERFECT VISION An Ultra Short Throw (UST) projector is ideal for movie nights in a limited space. These devices generally have a very wide-angle lens with a throw ratio of less than 0.4m, letting you place the projector just under or just above the screen, which means it’s easy to install and saves the cost and hassle of a ceiling-mounted one. FREESTYLING FREEDOM Samsung’s The Freestyle is a multi-functional projector that ticks all the boxes. A portable entertainment…

Most of us associate Smeg with those colourful, retroin-spired Fab fridges and solid-coloured kitchen appliances that lend a nostalgic sheen to our spaces and its unapologetically, exuberantly Italian collaboration with fashion house Dolce & Gabbana. But did you know that the Italian brand started as an oven company, and its most hi-tech offerings are ovens and hobs? You’re in luck because now you can find all of this and see how they work at Smeg’s new experiential showroom at Marina One. Designed by local interior designer Roy Teo, the 1,720 sq ft showroom is South-east Asia’s first experiential Smeg showroom. “This location is not only central but allows us to deliver a comprehensive and inviting experience for our customers,” says Masadi Layb, general manager of Smeg Singapore. “Here, we have…

In anticipation of his retirement, 59-year-old civil servant Phil Lam decided to downsize from a five-room flat to this three-room BTO. With just him, his wife Cynthia Lee, and their 32-year-old son, the two bedrooms suited them just fine. They prefer not to hire a domestic helper as they value their privacy, so the unit’s modest size also makes it easier for them to clean and maintain. The greatest challenge with any downsizing exercise is finding room for all the things that used to belong in the larger home. “We had quite a fair bit of things from our previous home, many of which hold sentimental value, so maximising the storage areas in our new home was one of the biggest challenges,” Phil highlights. He trawled numerous social media platforms…

Designers face the challenge of injecting modernity into heritage without sacrificing one for the other across all fields. With this part-art deco and part-art nouveau townhouse in Notting Hill, London, Elnaz Namaki rose to the challenge. The 1919 house was purchased by HVB Development in 2015 after not being renovated for 60 years. Together with Elnaz, the company created a modern and sophisticated space while respecting its storied heritage. To begin, they stripped the house down to its structural shell and determined the elements they would keep. To increase spatial flow and the use of natural light within the house, Elnaz took inspiration from the art deco elements of the house as well as the open-plan spaces of mid-century design. As an example, the house’s original smaller windows were enlarged…

As India celebrates 75 years of independence, the spirit of exhilaration pervades. A man of Indian heritage is the current Prime Minister of Britain, Indians helm globally renowned companies, and billionaires burgeon overnight across the country. Many have said that the next 100 years will be the Age of India. This is also reflected in the Indian hospitality industry that survived the pandemic despite its devastating impact elsewhere. Domestic tourism flourished, despite Covid-19. India beckons travellers with a spate of luxurious new hotel launches, each with its own personality and unique offerings, which present a fresh and exciting take on the vast, vibrant cultural heritage of its ancient civilisation. Here are some of our favourites. LEELA PALACE JAIPUR This place is about unabashed opulence. Enormous, ornate chandeliers droop down on…