Tatler Homes Singapore December 2023

Just as we are continually in a state of “becoming”, as Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard once famously described our human condition, perhaps so too are our homes. The more personalised they are, the more our abodes will, over time, become a meaningful repository of our memories through objects that represent the sum total of our lives. In our year-end issue, we want to celebrate that sense of place and history we can create in our residences through a thoughtful selection of furnishings and art. Start by shortlisting collections with timeless qualities (page 36) and perennially popular stone-effect designs (page 38), and then get ideas on how you can put a modern spin on traditional kitchen designs (page 82). We also ask the experts on the property trends to watch, whether…

KISSA CASTAÑEDA Kissa Castañeda is an editor and lifestyle journalist currently dividing her time between Europe and Asia. She has worked on key content projects with luxury brands and is also regularly invited to speak at and moderate panel discussions on media, creativity, and the future of the travel and lifestyle industry. In this issue, she profiles a stunning penthouse by Elliot James Interiors, which combines versatility, elegance and well-designed spaces with fantastic skyline and sea views (page 190). LUO JINGMEI Luo Jingmei is a freelance writer and editor who loves exploring inspiring spaces. After completing her Master of Architecture degree at the National University of Singapore, Jingmei was mentored at Ipli Architects, before a love of the written word inspired her foray into the publishing world. She recently interviewed…

THE SUNNY SIDE Brighten your brunch sessions with the Saut Hermès tableware collection. Adorned with vibrant illustrations by French artist Jochen Gerner, the porcelain pieces feature abstract and equestrian motifs inspired by show jumping. The made-in-France collection comprises various pieces that include a cereal bowl as well as coffee cups and trays to start your day on a cheerful note. hermes.com LIGHT FANTASTIC Local lighting purveyor Sol Luminaire has refreshed the look of two of its showrooms. The open-concept Sol Luminaire Gallery (right) now features a tiered ceiling that showcases imaginative ways to incorporate and layer lighting elements in your home; marble-clad elements and custom paint finishes elevate its beautiful minimalist aesthetic. The space also features new additions to its in-house task lighting label Aeon: the touch-sensor equipped Kepler V2,…

During Covid-19, the entire world stood still, giving everyone the unique opportunity to reset their priorities. Work-life balance, the importance of community and familial connections, and the very survival of our planet are now firmly in our collective consciousness. So, it is not without coincidence that the significance of wellness and sustainability has grown in the realm of home design. Embracing water as the source of vital energy is the inspiration behind Grohe Spa’s curated collections, which are crafted to the highest standards. As a pioneer in sustainability and wellness, the Grohe Spa range offers a full sensory wellness experience combined with low-water density technology. Its portfolio of offerings is designed with personalisation in mind, resulting in a tailored and multisensory showering experience that includes delightful nuances of light, sound…

Whether you like it neat or on the rocks, an appreciation for whiskey easily draws fellow connoisseurs together, who can spend hours discussing the qualities of their favourite varieties. For a whiskey purveyor who was already a regular client of Snow Globe, it made perfect sense for them to enlist the furnishings brand to transform their showroom into a luxurious venue that would impress their guests. Snow Globe founder Juliana Boh and her team knew what was needed; the firm had furnished the home and office of this frequent customer. “The key thing was to avoid making the venue feel and look like the usual whiskey bar, which normally sports leather Chesterfield sofas and dark-wood joinery. The client is a fan of art deco furniture and designs, and wanted us…

RT+Q Published by Thames & Hudson, Rethinking the Tropical House: 20 Years of RT+Q Architects commemorates Singapore architectural design practice RT+Q’s 20th anniversary and is its first-ever monograph. Founded by Rene Tan and Tse Kwang Quek, the firm is known for combining Asian vernacular elements with modernist traditions; it has completed over 120 projects to date in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia. This book highlights 29 notable houses by RT+Q, leading readers on an inspiring journey through enchanting indoor and outdoor spaces that embrace airy mezzanine living and the beauty of their tropical settings while embodying the firm’s creative philosophy: that “architecture is about discovery, telling and retelling stories”. thamesandhudson.com KELLY WEARSTLER Love the memorable interiors created by American design maven Kelly Wearstler? Get more decor ideas from her latest book,…