Tatler Homes Singapore June 2023

Whichever experiences we each enjoy most while exploring the world, many of us end up bringing tangible parts of our travel memories home. For those perpetually struck by wanderlust, our abode becomes a repository of these souvenirs. But how can you curate and display such objects in a meaningful way that feels personal and is also wonderful to behold? That’s a question we’ve pondered upon in this issue, as we celebrate the myriad joys of travel. We start with an edit of stylish collections sourced from around the world (page 34), and shortlist some of the most remarkable destination hotels in Asia (page 54). If you’ve been spurred to craft your own bolthole in the special places you enjoy revisiting, peruse expert advice on how to turn your holiday home…

IAN PHILLIPS In his career as a journalist, Ian Phillips has interviewed the likes of Yves Saint Laurent, Balthus, Henri Cartier-Bresson and Yehudi Menuhin. The Paris-based wordsmith is also the author of four books on interiors for Taschen. Outside of work, he is a keen traveller and horse-racing enthusiast. In this edition, he speaks to architect Raëd Abillama about his Beirut home which takes a cue from the work of star architects Renzo Piano and Tadao Ando; read more about it from page 88. KISSA CASTAÑEDA Kissa Castañeda is an editor and lifestyle journalist currently dividing her time between Ireland and Singapore. She has worked on content projects with luxury brands and is regularly invited to speak at and moderate panel discussions on media, creativity, travel and lifestyle. For this…

CRAFT AND SOUL Celebrate time-tested artisanal traditions with this proudly Indonesian collaboration. Furniture manufacturer Saniharto has teamed up with product designer Alvin Tjitrowirjo’s eponymous studio AlvinT to create a new collection that utilises a thoughtful blend of woodmaking techniques. Dubbed “Objects of Living: Between Expression and Intention”, this furniture line features organic forms, natural materials and handmade details that tap into the manufacturer’s expertise in handling sliced wood veneer, bent wood, and top table marquetry. alvin-t.com THE RIGHT STROKES Known for their quirky forms and sprightly hues, you might have seen these covetable seats in the homes of tastemakers. Now you’ll get to try out the Bold chairs by Big-Game from French design brand Moustache in Singapore at Journey East. Comprising two tubular metal parts padded with polyurethane foam, this…

VIEWPORT STUDIO The Rinnovare collection by Viewport Studio was created as an experiment to find out how technology and design can help with the progress of future sustainability efforts. In collaboration with Italian manufacturer Equilibri, the studio produced sculptural room dividers made with repurposed waste-metal parts and designed off conversations with the manufacturer and ChatGPT. GABRIEL TAN STUDIO The Aiming for Peace collection by Gabriel Tan Studio comprises floor and pendant lamps that borrow inspiration from the Flower Power movement, and evoke a sense of hope and poignancy. Each lamp comprises an ash wood base derived from furniture production offcuts, a recycled steel pipe stem and a 3D-printed lampshade made from recycled plastic. The lamps also use a low-energy 2.5W LED source. FOREST & WHALE Aimed at rekindling our relationship…

The bathrooms of today are more than just a functional space—these can serve as havens of calm when designed well. And one of the biggest international fairs to check out for bathroom inspiration is ISH Frankfurt in Germany, which ran from 13 to 17 March this year. Focusing on an eco-conscious management of water and energy, the theme this year seeks out solutions for a sustainable future through new products and technologies that can help architects, designers and homeowners create cleaner, more durable, efficient and environmentally-friendly bathroom designs. Here are four top trends spotted at the fair; save these ideas for your next renovation. 1. ECO-FRIENDLY MATERIALS A variety of products made with environmentally conscious materials were presented; this included Finnish brand Woodio’s Block toilet, the world’s first toilet seat…

Swiss luxury brand V-Zug has consistently been at the forefront of delivering premium living and kitchen innovations of the highest standards. Over a century since its founding in 1913, the luxury appliances manufacturer has continued to expand its global footprint with the opening of showrooms across key cities in Asia, while producing appliances for modern homeowners that are in equal parts stylish, innovative and eco-conscious. Marking a new chapter as well as its 110th anniversary this year, V-Zug invited architects, designers, developers and homeowners to the grand opening of its Ion Orchard showroom in Singapore. The two-night occasion was organised in collaboration with official media partner Tatler Homes Singapore, and celebrated the Swiss company’s newest milestone while inviting guests to discover its high-end suite of appliances up close and in…