Innholdsfortegnelse for June 2022 i Tatler Homes Singapore

COSENTINO This new Singapore flagship presents inspiring zones that utilise its stylish surfaces within a 4,000 sq ft space. It features a fully equipped kitchen, digital tools and a material library with not just Cosentino products, but also a mix of wallcoverings and other furnishing elements from partner brands. Cosentino City Singapore is located at 5 Straits View, #01-16/17 Marina One The Heart (West Tower), Tel: 6713 9543; cosentino.com GALERIE 5 Housed in a shophouse unit, this new showroom by local lighting purveyor Sol Luminaire is a light-filled, 3,800 sq ft venue. Curved off-white walls form a minimalist backdrop for downlights and sculptural lighting, as well as for a selection of custom furnishings and decor pieces carried exclusively by the brand. Galerie 5 is located at 50 Craig Road, Tel:…

Kitchen islands are a mainstay of the modern culinary space, offering expansive room for food preparation and meals as traditional culinary zones evolve to become the new social hotspots. Besides good looks and durability, versatility and ease of maintenance are vital qualities to consider when deciding on which material to choose for the countertop. Available at Hafary, the revolutionary large-format porcelain slabs from Florim Stone—the eponymous tile brand from Italian manufacturer Florim—are among the top picks for the kitchen. With a wealth of options in various patterns and colours, these surfaces from Florim Stone may be used for the flooring and walls of your home; they can also increase the functionality and style quotient of your kitchen when employed as countertops. The large-format porcelain slabs measure 3.2 by 1.6m each,…

When interior designer Karin Schandorff and her entrepreneur husband Jens Loff bought the 5,920 sq ft house in Hamburg, Germany, five families lived in it, so it has been a massive undertaking for the couple to transform the house to how it looks now. “The house in Hamburg was built in 1890 and has been rebuilt twice since, and when the developer had finished, he still thought it was too small, so he added a beautiful tower, which unfortunately has disappeared during the Second World War,” says the Danish designer. Schandorff, who runs Hamburg-based firm Little Chelsea, has been living in the city for over two decades, and saw a major renovation to be necessary for this new abode. It took more than a year to restore the original two-storey…

Located in central Singapore, this light-filled apartment embodies style and substance. This three-bedroom unit boasts a roomy layout and modern interior touches that are not just aesthetically pleasing but also set the mind at ease with its monochromatic palette. Designed by Mosh Interior, this 1,722 sq ft unit is the holiday home of a Taiwanese couple. The brief was to create an abode that encapsulated modern luxury, built upon a neutral colour scheme, with spacious common areas. “The owners wanted a big living room, as one of the activities they enjoy most is watching TV; they even joked that ‘Taiwanese love their TV’,” shares Shermaine Maena Ong, principal designer of Mosh Interior, who worked on the project with senior designer Liao Chien-I. The design firm thus conceptualised a stylish sanctuary…

“The ability of the user to interact with an interior is of primary importance; better still when the interior can help to improve the owners’ well-being, especially after a tiring day,” says LH Chan, principal designer of TDC & Associates. “The user-friendliness of a space is important because the interior is a living hub and not a cold display piece. A beautiful interior is only the by-product.” All these qualities and more are embodied in the projects by the local firm, which is known for crafting impeccably elegant and timeless abodes in Singapore, Shanghai, and beyond. This beautiful apartment in Singapore’s East Coast neighbourhood is a prime example. The owners, who work in the financial industry, chanced upon the exquisite work of the design firm in a magazine and loved…

When Angela Lim, founder and principal designer of SuMisura received a brief to craft a penthouse that would be move-in ready for its prospective owners, she knew she could dream bigger. More than just creating a stylish yet comfortable penthouse at V on Shenton, a luxury condominium located in the heart of Singapore’s central business district, she challenged herself to evoke the innate glamour of living in the city through her design. “We sought to complement the spirit of metropolitan city living encapsulated in the ethos of the development. As a penthouse with a double-volume ceiling and a price tag that few can afford, the mission of the design team was to bring out the value of this space at the premium it was going for,” says Lim. The designer,…

Be it in green spaces or near waterways and swimming pools, spending time outdoors often lifts the mood. A growing body of research has shown that being amid nature can boost mental health by decreasing anxiety and depression, and even improving cognition. “The Covid-19 pandemic has led to more people seeing the appeal of landed properties and penthouses, which feature more spacious outdoor areas within their premises,” says Terri Tan, design director of Designworx Interior Consultant. Conceptualising landed properties and penthouses calls for a sensitive approach to crafting their interiors and outdoor spaces. When designing such homes, the award-winning firm adopts a holistic approach that leverages the benefits of natural elements like plants, water and materials inspired by nature, weaving them into contemporary and timeless designs. The design practice’s residential…

A well-designed hotel suite is stocked with everything you’d need to function as a home away from home. With soft ambient lighting and multifunctional furnishings, these luxury accommodations often attract much admiration. “Hotel-style interiors represent comforting indulgence and pure luxury, which is why they are popularly requested by many homeowners,” says Juliana Boh, founder of local furniture purveyor Snow Globe. “Choose furnishings with luxurious and rich materials that are high in quality to create the look and feel of a hotel bedroom. Do incorporate warm lighting to create a cosy atmosphere with a mix of downlights and table lamps.” Here, she shares tips on achieving this covetable look. Snow Globe 28 Sin Ming Lane #02-131 Midview City (By appointment only) Tel: 6334 0265 snowglobe.sg SEE THE LIGHT Choose light and…

Few companies are as renowned for their ceramic surfaces as Italian manufacturer Florim. Since its founding in 1962, it has built a strong name by focusing on its corporate tenets of quality, sustainability and innovation, underpinned by a passion for beauty and design. Florim’s ecoconscious approach comprises real actions; the firm continually makes improvements to its products and processes to reduce its environmental and energy impact. The company was also the first porcelain and stoneware manufacturer in the world to become B Corp certified in 2020 for producing well-designed ceramics with the commitment to work towards a greener future. Florim’s porcelain surfaces are the result of up to 100 per cent sustainable production processes and are available in many sizes. Its surfaces can be applied to flooring, wall coverings and…

In the charming coastal city of Alicante in Costa Blanca, Spain stands a modern house that embodies an utterly enviable sense of tranquillity. The newly built home of a young couple, this 1,130 sq ft abode enjoys close proximity to the sea and is surrounded by traditionally constructed buildings in a quiet residential area in the city. The well-travelled owners wanted a house that would serve as a relaxing getaway whenever they are back in Spain. And as long-time clients of Azul Tierra, an Alicante-based studio and boutique founded in 1994 by Toni Espuch, it was clear to the couple whom they would entrust the design of their home to. “Their keywords were: elegance, luminosity, warmth and exuberant greenery” “Their key words were: elegance, luminosity, warmth and exuberant greenery, and…

Every home ought to be tailor-made to represent the personalities and lifestyle of its owners, to become a comforting space where many happy memories are made. For a family of three, the brief given to their interior designer was simple: to create a modern interior with a touch of elegance for their three-bedroom apartment. The vivacious couple, who enjoy entertaining, wanted spacious living and dining areas where they could host their friends, along with an interior in a predominantly neutral scheme and ample storage throughout the abode to house their extensive collection of drinkware, shoes and clothes. Led by Michael Ong and Jeremy Tay, the Prestige Global Designs team thus aimed to craft a cosy sanctuary that fit the brief, while adding a dose of fun to spaces such as…

A house is not a home without the appropriate accoutrements; and for two weeks in April, the Former Command House in Singapore served as a beautiful setting that brought to life French luxury brand Louis Vuitton’s imaginative home design universe. Entitled Louis Vuitton Savoir Faire 2022: The Art of Living, the event showcased vibrant furnishings and decor pieces from the Louis Vuitton Objets Nomades collection, along with a selection of watches, jewellery, game sets and other collectibles inspired by the themes of gastronomy, fashion and leisure. Each space featured lively vignettes that created visual intrigue in every corner; an oversized outdoor chess set was among the many playful touches. From colourful sofas and joyful swing chairs to elegant tables, lamps and screens, every design demonstrated the creative spirit and leather-making…

CRAFT AND SOUL Create a cosy reading nook with the Flexform Tessa S.H. armchair by Antonio Citterio. Featuring hand-crafted joints and finishes inspired by Italian cabinetmaking traditions, choose from ash wood, Canaletto walnut or mahogany for the solid wood frame. The cowhide seat and back offer plush comfort, and are finished with top stitching that completes the chair’s sophisticated look. It can be paired with a footstool in the matching finishes. Available at Flexform Singapore; flexform.it TEXTURE PLAY The humble aluminium foil may be a common household item, but this collection elevates the everyday material into a work of art. Designed by Bruno Rainaldi, the Opinion Ciatti Tab.u range comprises stools and tables in various sizes that feature a unique texture which is achieved by covering a sturdy wooden frame…

Good design can inspire and delight—a well-crafted space doesn’t just respond to the functional needs of the brief, but offers an immersive and uplifting experience that can improve our well-being. Organised annually by Tatler Homes Singapore, the Tatler Homes Design Awards (THDA) celebrates the innovative spirit and inspiring projects completed by local firms. Now into its sixth iteration, this edition was sponsored by Arova, Gaggenau, Gallery 1819, Hafary, KEF, Liaigre, Sol Luminaire, Synergraphic Design and Toto. The winners of the THDA 2022 were unveiled during a live broadcast from the Liaigre Singapore showroom in Purvis Street; the award recipients attended the event in person to offer their acceptance speeches. A total of 11 accolades were presented during the evening and awarded to the projects and firms that conveyed a beautiful…

The pinnacle of luxury—that’s what superyachts mean to many of us. They represent not only the ultimate in glamour and privacy, but also offer unbridled freedom. For the small proportion of billionaires who can afford them, choosing the right vessel is only the first step; it’s followed by the arduous task of crafting a sanctuary at sea. Yachts are extremely personal spaces, and designing their interior requires incredible precision and detail—much more than what is expected in a home on land. “Liaigre is known for delivering a perfect layout: harmonious in terms of flow, proportion and balance,” says Guillaume Rolland, principal and head of yacht design at Studio Liaigre. “Much of our work is spent building this backbone, which you can’t see in pictures. For us, it is all about…

Some interior design practices enjoy an intuitive understanding with clients, interpreting an open-ended brief astutely to develop spaces that resonate with the homeowner. So it was with Architology Interiors, which was given free rein in remodelling this landed property in Chancery Lane into a luxurious yet functional abode that meets its owner’s needs perfectly. “Our client was willing to let us lead her on the process of discovering a look that she liked,” says Architology Interiors co-founder Terrence Quah, who helms the firm with fellow co-founder Bu Shu Kun. This active dialogue steered the direction of the creative process, with Architology Interiors taking pains not to be influenced by any existing templates to make the house as original as possible. The complete remodelling encompassed changing everything from the driveway and…

When the developer of this bungalow in Holland Road sought an interior design firm to work with crafting a luxurious yet liveable abode, KGID emerged as the easy choice. The homegrown practice has steadily carved a niche for itself crafting stylish apartments, show units and landed properties that evoke a sense of grandeur, yet are highly functional to suit the needs of present-day living. This project marked the first collaboration between KGID and the developer, boutique real estate firm Link (THM) Group; the latter was impressed by the award-winning interior practice’s portfolio. Working with architectural company Universal Akitek, the firms conceptualised a stylish, five-bedroom urban sanctuary that epitomises modern luxury. The home’s interior was so impressive that it recently sold for a “record price” to a healthcare professional in early…

A well-designed suite has an almost magical ability to immerse the inhabitant in a calming and restful environment. So, when local design firm Sujonohun was commissioned to create a cohesive design for a three-bedroom show unit at The Commodore condominium, the team drew inspiration from contemporary suite designs for their concept. “We designed this project like a hotel suite where the spaces are open and interconnected, the lights are dim and the materials used blend in seamlessly without causing a jarring contrast in the interior,” says Sujonohun co-founder and design director Molina Hun. The designers focused on creating a thematically holistic space. To maintain a cohesive flow through the show apartment, a walnut wood-tone panelling was chosen as the main material to clad the walls throughout the unit. Even the…