Tatler Homes Singapore August 2018

JASPER YU Freelance photographer Jasper believes in living a fulfilling life with a vocation that feeds his soul—he believes in the adage that a good photo can speak a thousand words. Recently, he photographed our cover story at 8 St Thomas Walk (page 66) and our outdoor furniture feature with Sabrina Ho at Xtra (page 70) with much relish; peruse the stories from these pages. MARIA CHIARA ANTONINI Even as a child, Mari was the family’s official chronicler during their travels; she now travels the world as a journalist, meeting tastemakers in fields as varied as design, food and fashion. When she’s back in Italy, Mari enjoys interviewing the pioneers of Italian design and leading furniture producers, such as the family-run team behind Italian brand Flexform (page 58). MICHELE KOH…

What makes a house a home? To many, “home is where the heart is”. And that, in essence, is truly what makes a living space uniquely yours. For me, my home is my sanctuary, surrounded by the books I love, the mementos I’ve collected on my travels and the company of my two fat cats. In this issue of Singapore Tatler Homes, we’ve put together a collection of beautiful homes from all over the world that exudes warmth, style and personality—these include a unique house in Antibes that looks like a superyacht (page 142) and a gorgeous apartment in Barcelona (page 94) that’s inspired by its Mediterranean climate. And what do these homes have in common? They are all built and decorated to the homeowners’ unique requirements. Like a love…

COSY MIX Create a living room setting that’s uniquely yours with customisable seating systems such as the Seasons sectional from Cierre. It pairs plush goose-down cushions in a vibrant variety of leathers, fully utilising the Italian furniture brand’s expertise in leather upholstery. The pinched seams and the use of supple leather soften the boxy shape of the sofa, making it a cosy addition to any living or lounge area. Cierre is available at Marquis Qsquare; marquis.com.sg SOCIAL CIRCLE Create a living space made for conversation with versatile pieces such as the Euston poufs from Molteni&C, which can be used as seats or coffee tables. The work of Italian architect Rodolfo Dordoni, this collection features elegant backstitching on its removable fabric or leather upholstery covers. Choose between the floor-standing piece with…

LIVELY TEXTURES Clad your interior in an array of laminates from Arova: these decorative surfaces can be applied on shelves, cabinetry, countertops, walls and partitions in your home. The homegrown brand’s newly renovated showroom features full-sized laminates in pull-out displays, which you can browse within the 1,000sqft space; walls and counters at the showroom also demonstrate the myriad ways to style the products in your home. Arova, 7 Mandai Link, #04-03/4/5 Mandai Connection HEART AND SOUL Previously known as Departures & Arrivals, the online homeware boutique Living DNA now has a new home—the 1,500sqft space features soft shades and snug textures designed to recreate a holiday mood. Its best-selling rug collection takes centre stage, whilst the shelves are lined with a mix of African tableware, Moroccan trays, batik fabrics and…

CREATIVE CENTRE The work of London-based design practice Michaelis Boyd, the Ryse hotel is awash in pastel hues, with every corner a chic tableau of decorative pieces. Situated within the Hongdae district in Seoul, Korea, the property is part of the Autograph collection by the Marriott Group— it features rooms inspired by creative nomads, ranging from the iridescent details of the Artist suite to the serene blues of the Creator room. rysehotel.com GRAND HEIGHTS Overlooking the city’s lively shopping district, the soon-to-open Waldorf Astoria Bangkok is the brand’s first foray in Southeast Asia. Housed in a sculptural skyscraper, the property designed by Hong Kong-based architect André Fu of AFSO features elegant interiors that pair cosmopolitan style with subtle references to Thai craftsmanship. On its top three floors, dining concepts designed…

Tell us more about your design philosophy. Our company ethos is about bringing the British hallmark of quality to all areas of the company, be it personal service, the quality of build or the attention to detail. We believe our clients are the most important. It’s about reflecting their needs and their personalities, and to make sure that the design concept works for their lifestyle. How does this influence your aesthetic? The Elliot James style is understated and refined; we do clean lines for the floors and walls, then inject pops of colour through materials and fabrics. Our starting point tends to be a particular chair or artwork that the client already owns and we’ll build the design around that. Craftsmanship is also very important so we make sure that…