Tatler Homes Singapore April/May 2025

Good design is, at its core, sustainable—built to endure, adapt, and inspire. At Tatler Homes, we celebrate the spaces and ideas that embody this philosophy. In this sustainability-themed issue, we are delighted to unveil the theme for the 2025 edition of the Tatler Homes Design Awards – Singapore (page 46). Vision 20/25 marks the 20th anniversary of Tatler Homes Singapore, drawing inspiration from the traditional 20th-anniversary gift, porcelain—one of history’s most enduring and sustainable materials. We have assembled a robust jury panel of esteemed experts and academics, and, of course, the nominees for the Readers’ Choice categories (do remember to cast your votes online). We also bring you a preview of Milan Design Week 2025 (page 36) which, at the time of this magazine’s publication, will be in full swing.…

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, she was mentored at Ipli Architects, before a love of the written word inspired her foray into the publishing world. For this issue, she took a tour of the Old Chang Kee executive chairman’s beautiful abode, a tranquil sanctum surrounded by glorious greenery (page 130). RYAN REUBEN A seasoned Singapore-based freelance writer and editor with over two decades’ experience in the media industry, Ryan Reuben has worked at various magazines and a newspaper, where he honed his skills in crafting compelling narratives and ensuring factual accuracy. His academic background from the Queensland University of Technology further complements his professional expertise. He brings…

DISTINCT MINIMALISM Sol Luminaire’s sculptural Aeon line is getting expanded across three collections. Blobby, the first of the three, features sleek linear fixtures with fluted glass and knurled brass. Taro.Q, inspired by Aeon’s earlier Boba collection, draws the eye with a smooth, bulbous shade. The last of the three, a streamlined series titled Pressed, was conceptualised to functionally enhance exterior walls, all while introducing subtle textures as well as pleasing glass colourways. solluminaire.com.sg FIRST LIGHT Newly landed at Grafunkt is Japanese lighting brand Yamagiwa, which is backed by a long history of lighting design dating back to 1923. Two of the standout lights from the brand are the Taliesin 2 floor lamp, designed by Frank Lloyd Wright, which draws inspiration from natural lighting sources for a delicate, filtered glow, as…

MOOOI Moooi will exhibit a new collection that includes the Haybale lounge chair by Nicholas Baker, innovative lighting, and new fabric and carpet designs, alongside the debut of the Moooi Store Milan. UNIFOR UniFor will launch Spring System, a height-adjustable workstation by Antonio Citterio that integrates innovative mechanical kinematics, sustainability and refined aesthetics to enhance modern workspaces. LODES Lodes will present three new collections, including Shift, a minimalist wall lamp designed with Studio Marco Piva that features advanced LED technology, sleek lines, and four refined finishes for seamless integration into various interiors. MOROSO Moroso will debut Sedona, a new bed by Patricia Urquiola that is designed as a personal sanctuary, blending a nature-inspired palette with bold forms. CASSINA Cassina will be celebrating 60 years of creativity with design maestros Le…

4PLUS8 Luxury interiors specialist 4Plus8 debuts its design experience centre, 48KB, named after its address at 48 Kaki Bukit Crescent. The facility, which also features workshop spaces, showcases the firm’s bespoke craftsmanship, fit-outs and carpentry expertise, as seen in multiple Good Class Bungalows by cream-of-the-crop architects and interior designers such as RT+Q Architects and K2LD. Clad in the best surfaces, articulated with innovative fit-outs and decked with accessories and artworks from select high-end brands from around the world, the spaces aim to inspire interior designers to push the boundaries of bespoke—think of a climate-controlled elliptical wine room with a 360-degree glazed wall, or a curved art gallery with pivoting panels. The company’s exclusive partners for the residential sector include Decospan, Viabizzuno, Bodema, Simonswerk, and Vauth Sagel. AROVA High-end laminates purveyor…

With a clean, minimalist design language that allows materiality and exploration to take centre stage, the new Lamitak Gallery—dubbed the Senoko Gallery after its location along Senoko Loop—invites customers to explore Lamitak’s full range of surfaces without unnecessary distractions. The spaces in the new flagship showroom are thoughtfully curated to inspire and inform. Upon your visit, you’ll encounter thematic showcases, interactive technical product displays, hands-on digital features, and a material resource library. As you move from one station to the next, you’re likely to find that choosing laminates for your interiors here is much more engaging and enjoyable than browsing online. AN IMMERSIVE JOURNEY The perfect visit to Lamitak’s Senoko Gallery starts with an appointment, making exploration of the showroom smooth and hassle-free during peak hours. Registering for an account…