Home & Decor - March 2023

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TIME TO RENT
OUT A ROOM?
EXCLUSIVE
Carin Panton
on her father’s
colourful
design legacy
THE BATHROOM EDITION
A SENSORY
RETREAT
10 SPACE-SAVING FLOATING
VANITY IDEAS
GUIDE TO NON-SLIP FLOORING
ULTRA-COOL SMART
TOILET TECHNOLOGY
TOP
OF THE
CLASS
2023
HOME & DECOR
INTERIOR DESIGN
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SHOPPING
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THE EDIT
Our monthly round-up
of the hottest new
design products
for the home curated
by our Editor-in-Chief.
NEW STORE
60
JEB SHOWROOM
Occupying two four-
storey shophouses, it
features a
breathtaking moss-
covered room.
HOT SPOT
62
MAISON LUNE
In Los Angeles, this
new contemporary
art and design gallery
gives the feeling
of being a
collector’s home.
115
LIVING
Fancy sidetables
that make a big
impression.
TOP
OF THE
CLASS
2023
HOME & DECOR
INTERIOR DESIGN
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M A R C H
CONTENTS
35
FEATURES
S P E C I AL C OV E R A G E F O R
T H I S D E S I G N E D I T I O N
34
LIGHT AS A CLOUD
Floating vanities are
ideal for bathrooms
with limited space.
Here are 10 ideas on
how to use them best.
40
FIRM FOOTING
A guide to non-
slip ﬂooring for
bathrooms.
44
9 REFRESHING RAIN
SHOWERS
If you’re looking to
create a sensual,
spa-like, shower in
your home, there’s no
better way to do so
than by adding one
of these innovative
new rainshowers to
your bathroom.
50
THE GAME OF
THRONES
Remote controllable
functions, anti-
bacterial surfaces,
and water
conservation are
some of the new
features in the latest
water closet (WC)
technology.
49
Announcing our Honour Roll
of 12 outstanding Interior
Design firms in Singapore.
Find out more about
their creative styles and
impressive portfolios of
residential & commercial
projects from page 13.

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DESIGN
I D E A S AN D I N S P I R AT I O N F R O M
T H O S E I N T H E K N OW
74
VOICES
Antoine Besseyre
Des Horts, Leader
of LIXIL Global
Design, Asia, talks
about better ways to
design a bathroom
environment that
meets the needs of
every family member
across various ages
and needs.
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PROPERTY
Aspiring landlords,
ﬁnd out how you can
take advantage of the
scorching-hot rental
market in Singapore
right now: from
renting out a spare
HDB room, a private
investment property,
to joining a co-living
space arrangement.
65
TACTILE
TEXTILES
Local designer Tiffany
Loy shares about her
passion for fabrics and
how they can transform
a space.
PEOPLE
70
COLOUR OF LIGHT
Carin Panton, daughter
of legendary Danish
designer Verner
Panton, talks about
carrying on the
legacy of her father’s
works and sharing his
love of colour with
homeowners of today.
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FINISHING NOTE
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Verner Panton
Daughter Carin
opens up about her
father’s favourite
colours.
photo
©
VERNER
PANTON
DESIGN
AG

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SPUNKY SPACE
This apartment is
a celebration of a
couple’s love of pop
art, sneakers, and all
things hip.
88
HEART OF
THE HOME
An existing sunken
living area has been
conceptualised as
an amphitheatre-
like space where
family and friends
can gather.
94
LABOUR
OF LOVE
Wainscoting, double
doors, custom-
made fixtures and
carefully curated
furniture turned this
humble HDB flat in
Bukit Batok into a
bachelorette pad
worthy of a
heritage resort.
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TROPICAL
TAPESTRY
This Sentosa
condominium
balances its owners’
different tastes
while paying tribute
to its premium
seaside location
with thoughtful
architectural
alterations and
carefully curated
furniture and finishes.
HOMES
T H E N E W M O D E R N
M A R C H
CONTENTS
on the
cover
103
Step into this home
with a mix of modern &
colonial styles.
PHOTOGRAPHY
VERONICA TAY
ART DIRECTION
NONIE CHEN
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EDITOR’S NOTE
TIME FOR YOURSELF
One of the things I insisted
ĩĢ͡ūĂäĢŅäĢĩŪÁőĆĢúġűƈŅŉő
home, was maximising the
space in my master bathroom.
This was a challenge for my
interior designer, since my
apartment came with the
standard bathroom layout
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However, I knew that the
master bathroom was going
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to after waking up, and the
last room I’ll visit before
turning in for the night, and
I wanted to ensure it was
going to be a comforting
space where I can prep up
and wind down for the day.
For homeowners living
with other family members,
the bathroom is also the one
true space where one can
ƈĢàÁÙŉĩěŖőäłŅĆŪÁÚű͠;ĩŅőĂÁő
reason, it pays to invest in a
beautiful bathroom, where you
can relax and spend quality
time alone. Being one of the
smallest rooms in the house, it
also means not having to factor
in an exaggerated budget
even if you feel like creating
a luxe bathroom set-up.
In my case, one of the
things my ID did was to
reposition the sink and
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vanity. The design worked
brilliantly because it made
the narrow space feel more
spacious. With room to move
around, I also installed a
sleek showerbar with a large
rainshower plate overhead.
Drainage was created around
the perimeter of the room
and concealed beneath the
ƉĩĩŅĆĢúĆĢŉőäÁàĩùőĂäŖŉŖÁě
drainage trap to prevent
dirt from building up and
ÙěĩÚėĆĢúőĂäūÁőäŅƉĩū͠
Credit goes to my ID for
proposing the ideas, and that’s
why I think it is vital to have a
professional when designing
your domain. In this issue,
we feature both interesting
bathroom design ideas and the
IDs we love. Have fun reading
and see you soon in April.
YOUNG LIM
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GUO
art
direction
NONIE
CHEN

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2023
HOME DECOR
INTERIOR DESIGN

TOP ACHIEVERS IN INTERIOR
DESIGN EXCELLENCE
The past year has been a challenging
one for homeowners and interior
designers alike. Fraught with a myriad
of obstacles, from shipment delays to
manpower shortages stemming from
pandemic restrictions around the
world, many projects had to be put on
hold. The easing of restrictions saw
many firms in a rush to get back on
track, trying to complete and handover
their interior projects to the clients.
Interior designers needed more
than creativity to survive the storm.
It takes wisdom, perserverance and
tenacity to remain steadfast amid the
chaos, and still be able to meet the
demands of homeowners and clients.
For that reason, I am especially
impressed by our cohort of award
recipients this year. Not only have
they managed to tackle the logistical
and budgetary challenges, this group
of stellar studios have risen the
bar by striving for uncompromising
levels of perfection in achieving their
design vision.
The Top of the Class awards is an
annual list recognising the most
outstanding interior design firms,
selected from home projects featured
in 2022. By recognising their efforts,
I hope to share with homeowners
reliable specialists to look for when
they are planning to design their
home. Congratulations winners!
YOUNG LIM
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
P16 AKIHAUS DESIGN STUDIO
P18 ARTISTROOM
P20 BOWERMAN INTERIOR PLANNER
P22 DISTINCTIDENTITY
P24 PARENTHESIS STUDIO
P26 SPACEONE INTERIOR
DESIGN CONSULTANCY
P28 THREE-D CONCEPTWERKE
P30 WOLF WOOF
P32 ARCHITOLOGY INTERIORS
P32 ARKHILITE
P33 DESIGN INTERVENTION
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AKIHAUS DESIGN
STUDIO
Company Profile
With a background in architecture, akiHAUS
approaches interior design from both
stylistic and architectural perspectives. As a
small but dedicated design outfit, the studio
is highly-attuned to building meticulously-
crafted spaces that are well-defined for their
clients while respecting site sensitivities.
They recognise that their roles as designers
is not just to design, but ultimately in service
to the client, so it is important for the spaces
to serve the needs of the users well. Nothing
gives them greater joy than to be able to
capture the aspirations of their clients and
translate them into tangible built forms.
Helmed by design director, Lawrence Puah,
the team regards design as an ever-evolving
art form and keeps an open mind towards
exploring new design frontiers and refining
their craft. The result is that no two projects
are alike even though they share the same
DNA of spatial and functional sensibilities.
They believe that a good designer should
be able to work with any style and take
great joy in collaborating with clients in
exploring their aesthetic preferences to
create a home that will be timeless and
uniquely theirs rather than being confined
to one particular style.
Year of establishment: 2010
Address: 10 Raeburn Park, Block A, #04-02
Singapore 088702
Tel: 6221-2808
www.akihaus.com
Instagram: @akihaus.sg
Facebook: akiHAUS.Design.Studio
NAME OF PRINCIPAL DESIGNER
Lawrence Puah
(Design Director)
PROJECT 1
Name of project: Corner terraced home at
Figaro Street
Size: 3,640 sq ft
Renovation budget: N.A.
Time taken: 3 months
The client had originally wanted to
rebuild the house, but Lawrence
recognised that a rebuild would not
have offered the family as much
value as compared to conserving the
one-of-a-kind house that possessed
solid bones. Being more than half a
century old, the existing home had
ornamental iron grilles, mosaic walls,
terrazzo floors and ventilation blocks,
interesting features from that era. It
was important that these details be
preserved, while introducing modern,
functional elements that would meet
the family’s needs and make the home
more conducive for today’s living.
Therein lies the biggest
challenge for Lawrence and his
team. The integration of old
and new had to be carried out
sensitively and elegantly. Newly
introduced details, such as
hexagonal tiles, curvatures, walnut
timber carpentry and vintage
electrical switches sit seamlessly
alongside the original features of
this conserved house.
The home also celebrates
tropical living while mitigating its
harsher elements. It is designed
for natural ventilation, with plenty
of natural light and airflow, but
also catering for air-conditioning
when the need arises. The air-
conditioning pipes are concealed
in new boxed-ups with rounded
corners that are camouflaged with
the original beams.
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PROJECT 2 (ABOVE)
Name of project: Four-bedroom
condominium at Mandalay Road
Size: 1,850 sq ft
Almost the entire perimeter
of the home was surrounded
by bay windows such that they
became too much of a good
thing. The lack of usable wall
space was one of the key issues
that Lawrence and team had to
address in the design. This was
done by incorporating interior
elements, such as consoles,
storage, counters, study desk
PROJECT 3 (BELOW)
Name of project: Inter-terraced
home at Highgate Crescent
Size: 3,500 sq ft
The clients purchased
the home in an old and
dilapidated condition in need
of serious repair. The lack of
natural light and storage space,
as well as its disconnected
rooms did not suit the family’s
lifestyle. The split level
separating the living area from
the study/family room was also
not conducive for entertaining
large groups, which the
homeowners enjoy doing.
Instead of trying to force
an open-plan entertainment
space into the existing layout,
Lawrence worked around the
constraints by creating a large
opening on the mezzanine
level that connects the two
spaces while introducing
natural light into the study/
family room.
The rooms in the basement,
whilst remaining separate and
each with their own unique
character, are fluidly connected
so that they flow spatially from
one to the other. Lawrence
likens the concept to that of a
fine dining restaurant, where
guests are served drinks at
the bar over casual, pre-dinner
conversation before being
ushered into the private dining
room for a formal dinner.
and even a bed over the bay
windows in order to reclaim
precious real estate.
A bay window that runs the
length of the living room has been
turned into a feature wall that
houses the television console,
storage cabinets and display
shelves. A bedroom next to the
kitchen was converted into a
private dining room. A booth seat
constructed over the bay window
gives it an American diner feel.
The original depth of the bay
window was extended so that its
proportions become more like
those of a daybed, which comes in
handy when the homeowners have
guests staying over.
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ARTISTROOM
Company Profile
Artistroom believes that space planning is the
most important facet of interior design. Much
time and effort is dedicated to understanding
the requirements, needs and spatial and
aesthetic preferences of clients in order to
come up with proposals that address both
form and function. The team works very
closely with homeowners throughout the
entire process to ensure that the design
intentions are carried through during the
construction to deliver the spaces that they
have always dreamed of.
They are driven by a relentless pursuit
of the best solution that they can offer
clients, drawing inspiration from myriad
sources- travels, books and the surrounding
environment. They have a penchant for
design styles that are clean, streamlined and
which exude an architectural quality. Interiors
designed by Artistroom exude a unique
sense of character, reflecting the personality
of its owner. The layers of interesting design
detail one discovers upon spending time in
the space stand Artistroom out from others
in the market.
Address: 195 Pearl’s Hill Terrace,
#02-01A, Singapore 168976
Tel: 6557-0244
www.artistroom.com.sg
Instagram: @artistroomsg
Facebook: artistroomsg
KEY MEMBERS OF THE TEAM
Katy Chong (Senior Spatial Designer)
Patty Wu (Spatial Designer)
Evangeline Cai (Spatial Designer)
Mark Chen (Business Manager)
The homeowner is a civil servant
who shares this three-decade-
old flat with his mother. The flat
was in its original condition and
most of the existing walls were
hacked to create an open plan. The
seamless flow between the kitchen,
living room and dining-cum-tea
area is perfect for gatherings, while
maintaining a degree of cosiness.
Elevated on a tatami platform
with hidden storage and a table
underneath, the tea corner is
a restive nook that allows the
homeowner to enjoy a cup of tea
and just stare out the window. With
some reconfiguration, what used
to be a corridor space between
two bedrooms is now a private
study area within the homeowner’s
bedroom, separated from the
sleeping area by a slide-and-fold
screen door.
The Zen-like interior is achieved
using a dark coloured palette
comprising dark grey stone-like
tiles and dark walnut and oak
veneers, along with a rattan-like
wallpaper that adds a layered
tactility to the surfaces.
The Artistroom team supervised
the renovation works very closely,
resolving differences in on-site
dimensions and levels in order to
ensure that every design detail is
carried through.
PROJECT 1
Name of project:
Four-room HDB
at Haig Road
Size: 1,200 sq ft
Renovation
budget: N.A.
Time taken:
7 months
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PROJECT 2
Name of project: Three-room HDB
at Kim Cheng Street
Size: 1,000 sq ft
Located in a quaint
neighbourhood, this HDB walk-
up apartment was in its original
condition. Existing finishes, such as
the mosaic tiles, louvre windows
and terrazzo floor, exude an old
world charm. However, as the
original layout did not suit the new
lady owner’s lifestyle, the design
team decided to gut the interior
and start from a clean slate.
By hacking all the internal walls
and reconfiguring the layout, the
team could create new spatial
relationships according to the
client’s needs. By tapping into
previously underutilised balcony
spaces, the useable interior space
has been increased, along with
more storage. This allowed the
client to finally have the separate
wet and dry kitchen that she
has always wanted, along with
an island.
In order to still maintain a
connection to the past, the old
louvered windows were salvaged
and repurposed into doors for the
new built-in wardrobes, bedrooms
and bathrooms. The use of
travertine stone and gold fittings
add a touch of elegance.
PROJECT 3 (BELOW)
Name of project: Semi-detached
home at Faber Drive
Size: 4,000 sq ft
The original two-storey
property was demolished
and rebuilt into a three-storey
home. With three grown-up
daughters and everyone leading
busy lives, one of the most
important aspects of the clients’
brief was for the new home to
have voluminous and connected
communal areas that will
foster family interactions, while
maintaining private spaces for
each family member.
The rectilinear floor plan allows
a view from the front all the way
to the rear of the house, across
the living room, dining room
and dry kitchen. With plenty of
natural light coming in from both
ends and a backyard that is fully
open to greenery, the first storey
spaces are airy and welcoming.
As the clients are in the
precast concrete business,
there was a synergy between
the design team and the
homeowners in terms of
exploring different construction
techniques and materials that
could be applied to each of the
spaces. The use of large format
stones and tiles in areas such
as the living room, kitchen and
bathrooms achieve a continuous
flow, with special consideration
paid to the joints and the grains.

BOWERMAN
INTERIOR PLANNER
Company Profile
The team behind this boutique firm is always
curious, always eager. Curious of what is out
there and what is available, and eager to learn
from industry allies and clients- their stories,
their needs, and how the team can ride this
journey with them.
They envision themselves as storytellers in
collaboration with homeowners. Adopting
Bruce Lee’s “Be like water, my friend”
philosophy, they believe in being adaptable.
It is not about keeping to one style, one look
or merely following trends. It is about their
clients’ stories, incorporating things that
matter to them into the designs and refining
the space planning to create curated spaces
that evoke emotions and excite the senses.
Through these spaces, the homeowners’
stories unfold.
The majority of their projects involve
breathing new life into dreary old houses
and transforming them into beautiful abodes
where a new chapter of the story begins.
They are comfortable working with an
average budget of above $100k.
Address: 5 Lorong Bachok, Singapore 387782
Tel: 9487-9324
https://qanvast.com/sg/interior-designers/
bowerman-543
Instagram: @bowermaninteriorspaceplanner
Facebook: bowermaninteriorplanner
Chris Huang (Space Planner/ Co-founder);
Kevin Chan (Operations Manager/
Co-founder); Ian Lai (Space Planner);
Ng Chee Yin (CY) (Space Planner);
JT Yuki (Project Management);
Casper Chow (Space Planner) (Not
photographed); Jason Q (Space Planner)
(Not photographed)
PROJECT 1
home at Sennett Drive
Size: 3,800 sq ft
Renovation budget: Above $100k
With the last renovation
carried out about two
decades ago, this three-storey
home belonging to a lawyer
couple was overdue for a major
overhaul. The project involved
extensive reconfiguration of the
existing layout and hacking of
walls to create spaces that are
better suited to the needs of
the couple and their three
young daughters.
Everyone has their own space.
The dry kitchen is the Missus’
domain, expressing her preference
for a modern farm chic. The wet
kitchen is the husband’s territory
and a nod to homes in Arizona
and Utah with a distinctly outdoor
cooking ambience. The girls share
a bedroom and playroom with a
pink and princess-y theme.
Even the powder rooms and
bathrooms are celebrated with
statement wallpaper and mother-
of-pearl mosaics. Newly-installed
Crittall-style arched doors, panels
and windows in various external
and internal locations help
contemporise the look, as
well as introduce plenty of
natural light.
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PROJECT 2
Name of project: Walk-up apartment
at Keng Lee Road
Size: 1,006 sq ft
Renovation budget: $60-100k
The success of this project
lies in how the team worked
closely with very hands-on
homeowners, a doctor and
business analyst in their 30s, in
identifying what needed to go
and what to retain, taking into
consideration their lifestyle and
aesthetic preferences, while
preserving the character of the
37-year-old apartment.
Instead of walls, furniture is
used as spatial markers to define
the various rooms. This helps
to keep the apartment bright
and open. A trio of custom-
built open shelves separates the
dining and living areas and also
serves as a “gallery of memories”
where the homeowners display
collectibles and memorabilia
from their travels. Counter-height
kitchen cabinets run back-to-back
with a bookcase in the study,
demarcating the two adjacent
open-concept spaces.
When a mango wood table
that the homeowners fell in
love with was too long to fit
into the dining room, the team
creatively upcycled offcuts into
bedside tables. Fluted panels
PROJECT 3 (BELOW)
Name of project: Conservation shophouse in
Tanjong Pagar. Size: 2,750 sq ft
Time taken: 7 weeks
This project showcases Bowerman Interior
Planner’s commercial portfolio. The Singapore
office for an investment consulting firm is located in
a conservation shophouse. The client wanted design
elements that are steeped in local culture to portray
unique country traits for their Singapore office.
The curved batten wall at the entrance reception
was inspired by the crescent moon on the Singapore
flag. Rattan furniture in the pantry reflects a
Peranakan influence. The piece de resistance is the
colonial style meeting room, which was designed to
evoke the feeling of walking into the
National Museum.
The conservation guidelines posed a major
challenge, but the team managed to resolve the
issues in close consultation with the authorities.
Despite a very short timeline and renovation works
restricted to after office hours to avoid disrupting
other tenants, the team managed to complete the
project within seven weeks.
were introduced into the master
bedroom and master bathroom
to admit as much light as possible
without compromising on privacy.
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DISTINCTIDENTITY
PTE LTD
Company Profile
The creative team at Distinct Identity takes
pride in thoroughly understanding the needs
of the clients and of the projects, be it
residential, retail or commercial, in order to
deliver innovative and relevant concepts.
Driven by the mantra, “Desire to inspire,
one space at a time”, the team’s service is
professional and personal, and the designs
curated and inspirational. They strongly
believe in maintaining clear communication
throughout the entire design and renovation
process, as well as ensuring absolute
transparency with clients.
The firm is open to exploring different
concepts and styles that suit the needs of
each and every client. The team's ability to
balance bold design elements with subtle
nuances of style and character helped the
firm to gain a loyal following of homeowners
from around the country. Previous clients
have also provided positive feedback over the
team's willingness to go above and beyond in
order to offer interesting design solutions to
challenging layouts.
Address: 12 Arumugam Road, #01-02,
LTC Building B, Singapore 409958
Tel: 6846-0033
www.distinctidentity.com.sg
Instagram: @distinctidentity
Facebook: distinctidentity
Steve Kum (Founder)
Keith Kum (Founder)
This apartment exudes a
Californian casual ambience
with its well-lit and airy spaces that
are defined by simple and clean
lines. The palette of soft, neutral
colours make for comfortable and
inviting spaces, while the use of
natural materials and textures such
as rattan, wood and wool inject a
relaxed, Boho feel to the home.
The team aims to deliver on their
clients’ wish list, but also tap on
their expertise to advise clients on
the feasibility. In this case, the team
advised the homeowner to swap
the study and bar areas as a more
enclosed space is more ideal for
the study, while an open concept
setting is more appropriate for
the bar.
Instead of an island in the
kitchen, the team proposed a
peninsula at the end nearer to the
living room that is better suited to
the narrow space and which also
doubles up as a breakfast counter
while maintaining social interaction
between the two spaces.
PROJECT 1
Name of project: Executive apartment
in Hougang
Size: 1,474 sq ft
Renovation budget: $60k-$100k
Time taken: 2.5 months
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PROJECT 2 (ABOVE)
Name of project: HDB maisonette
in Hougang
Size: 1,593 sq ft
The homeowners sought Distinct
Identity’s help in coming up with
a design that can accommodate
their distinct personalities and
eclectic tastes in a cohesive manner.
They happen to be fans of black-
and-white colonial homes, which
the design team used to great
advantage in terms of balancing
the overall look of the interior with
various statement pieces.
An eye-catching wall mural in
the living room depicts traveller’s
palms that transport you to the
colonial era. This is complemented
by a neutral white sofa and leather
chaise. Wires are cleverly concealed
in ceiling panels reminiscent of
timber beams found in colonial
homes. Diagonally-laid black-and-
white checkered floor tiles in the
balcony reinforce the theme while
conveying a sense of depth.
Blue walls around the kitchen
area derive their colour from a
painting and provide the home with
a pop of colour to brighten up the
predominantly black, white and
gold interior. This blue accent is
continued in the custom-made
suar wood dining table with a blue
resin centrepiece.
PROJECT 3 (BELOW)
Name of project: Three-bedroom
condominium at Ocean Drive
Size: 1,755 sq ft
Time taken: 10 weeks
The client is a lady in her 50s
who shares the home with her
helper and dog. She wanted her
home to be luxurious and spared
no expense in investing in high-
end, high quality furniture pieces
and materials, such as a dining
table and chairs from XZQT and a
coffee table from Marquis.
The renovation scope involved
hacking of the kitchen wall in order
to reconfigure it into a wet-and-dry
kitchen with an island, as well as
false ceiling, tiling and carpentry
works. New lighting fixtures were
also introduced.
Materials such as marble-look
porcelain tiles for the living room
feature wall and large format tiles
for the bathroom further convey a
sense of luxury.
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PARENTHESIS
STUDIO
Company Profile
Parenthesis Studio sees itself as a design
community of multi-faceted disciplines with
a single purpose- to create thoughtful and
tailored solutions through an integrated
design process and a transformative
experience. The studio’s philosophy revolves
around exploring the relationship of space,
material and object in an immersive interior
environment, threading cultural context and
lifestyle aspects through a modern lens.
With the key members of the design team
hailing from backgrounds in high-end
residential and showflat design, as well
as hospitality design, clients can expect
tastefully executed designs that go beyond
a single, definitive style. The team believes in
diversity and collaboration, and recognises
that there is always two sides to a story.
Hence, every project should have a unique
outcome where creative thinking
meets function.
Projects by Parenthesis Studio are
underscored by an inimitable sense of style,
which have come to be a signature of the
team. More than just designing interiors,
the creative concepts also inject flair and
understated elegance, making each home feel
different and one-of-a-kind.
Address: 201 Henderson Road #06-15,
Apex at Henderson, Singapore 159545
Tel: 6803-8753
www.parenthesis.studio
Instagram: @parenthesisstudio
Facebook: parenthesisstudio
Yanika Gunawan (Design Director)
Molina Hun (Design Director)
Sujono Lim (Principal Director)
(PARENTHESIS PTE LTD)
The key to the successful design of this
project lies in how it is minimalist without
being stark or bland, while still achieving a
cosy ambience for a family home that the client
couple shares with their two toddlers and
a dog.
A light-filled interior, along with a neutral
colour and material palette comprising light
wood, marble and glass convey a clean design
with some distinctly beach-house vibes. Copper
elements integrated into some of the built-ins,
such as the living room feature wall cabinets,
kitchen island and kitchen cabinets, add a
subtle accent without being overpowering.
Terrazzo vanity tops in the children’s bathroom
inject an element of fun.
Due to the pandemic, issues relating to
material availability, pricing variables and
manpower restrictions were inevitable. Over
and above the design, the Parenthesis team
went the extra mile to review the proposal and
exercise some value engineering in order to
ensure that the project can still be completed
with the best possible outcome.
Photos: Daniel Koh
PROJECT 1
Name of project: Corner terraced home at
Jalan Seaview
Size: 3,800 sq ft
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PROJECT 3
condominium at Holland Road
Size: 1,450 sq ft
Time taken: 3.5 months
This apartment underwent
a complete overhaul
involving demolition of walls and
reconfiguration of the layout. The
homeowners love textures and
colours, and the lady of the house
is particularly fond of the laid back,
Australian style.
The Parenthesis team
incorporated these preferences
into the design in the form of
raw textures, subtle play of soft
colours and trying to connect
with the outdoors as much as
possible. These are expressed
through the carefully curated
palette of materials, such as the
mural wallpapered door panels of
the television console and Kit-Kat
mosaic wall tiles in the dry kitchen
and powder room.
Full-height built-in cabinets
around the home and a walk-in
wardrobe-cum-study area elevated
on a platform with pull-out drawers
provide plenty of storage for the
growing family. The challenge was
for the storage elements to not
come across as overly utilitarian.
This was achieved through the use
of different textures, materials and
wallcoverings.
PROJECT 2
condominium in Geylang
Size: 1,700 sq ft
The French owner wanted a
contemporary, French-inspired
interior for him and his wife and
the wall beadings throughout the
home achieve just that. Most of
the carpentry is decked out in
warm white hues, with an accent
colour restricted to only the
kitchen cabinets according to the
client’s wishes.
Aesthetic preferences aside,
the design for this home was also
very much driven by practical
considerations. As with apartment
units located on the first storey,
water seepage is a common issue
and the design team exercised
utmost caution in ensuring
that the waterproofing was
properly executed not just in the
bathrooms, but for the entire unit.
As the unit is directly in front
of the ground floor lift lobby,
which experiences heavy traffic,
a full-height unit for coffee and
wine glass storage appropriately
located beside the kitchen that is
right next to the main entrance
helps to partially shield the
kitchen from public view.
Photo: Finbarr Fallon
Photos: Daniel Koh
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SPACEONE
INTERIOR DESIGN
CONSULTANCY
Company Profile
With a portfolio comprising residential and
commercial projects in Singapore, Malaysia,
Thailand, Indonesia and United Kingdom,
Spaceone Interior Design Consultancy
specialises in servicing a mid- to high-
end clientele across a range of budgets
depending on the scale and complexity of
each project.
At the helm is Adrian Heng, who brings with
him almost 25 years of design experience.
His early works revolve around designing
showhouses for developers’ property
launches, so homeowners can expect their
homes to be executed to the same level
of detail and finesse. He goes as far as to
design and customise bespoke furniture
and furnishing to achieve utmost exclusivity.
This also ensures that the pieces capture
the spirit of the spaces and reflect the
personalities of the clients.
The boutique firm is known for its
contemporary and modern concepts with
an understated, yet sophisticated take on
luxury, but Adrian is a versatile designer who
is open to creating styles that suit his clients.
He takes on a limited number of projects
each year in order to devote the time and
attention that every client deserves.
Address: No. 5 Purvis Street, #02-05
Talib Court, Singapore 188584
Tel: 9686-0165
www.spaceoneidc.com
Instagram: @spaceone_i.d.consultancy
Facebook: spaceoneid
Adrian Heng
PROJECT 1
Name of project: Penthouse apartment in
River Valley
Size: 1,926 sq ft
Home to a celebrity make-up artist
and his partner, the glamour
and timelessness of this penthouse
apartment is well-suited for living
and entertaining. Think cowhide rugs,
cushions in silky fabrics and sparkly
crystals that embellish the interior
with a hint of opulence without going
over the top. A feature wall clad
with large format marble-look tiles,
concealed doors, chandeliers and tall
bed headboard accentuate the lofty
3.6-metre ceiling.
The original two bedrooms and
a study have been converted into a
master suite with a walk-in wardrobe
and a reading corner. The upper deck
is now an entertainment zone
complete with an alfresco dining
area where guests can savour the
spectacular view of the city.
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PROJECT 2 (ABOVE)
Name of project: Terraced home
at Luxus Hill Drive
Size: 4,000 sq ft
The interior design and
furnishing works for this home
was in response to the client’s
brief, which called for a hotel style
design with a touch of luxury that
will stand the test of time for his
family of four.
The chic walk-in wardrobe that
is part of the master suite looks
like it belongs in a stylish hotel. It
PROJECT 3 (BELOW)
home at Meyer Road
Size: 4,300 sq ft
This multi-generation home
was designed so that the
family of eight can enjoy living
in a luxury hotel suite without
leaving home. Adrian oversaw
the extensive renovation,
which involved not just interior
works, but also structural
alterations to the façade of the
three-storey property.
Every member of the family had
the opportunity to personalise
their own private spaces, from a
more bold and fun theme for the
younger son’s room, to a more
sophisticated beige-and-bronze
palette for the master suite.
Stone ﬁnishes, plush panelling
and clean-cut built-ins achieve an
underlying consistency that ties
the whole design together despite
the individuality of the bedrooms.
Bespoke loose furniture that Adrian
specially designed to complement
the home add to its aesthetic and
timeless appeal.
accommodates the wife’s luxury
handbags and jewellery and the
husband’s model car collection.
An outdoor gazebo in the master
patio provides the perfect spot
for the couple to unwind in the
evenings over wine, under the stars
and surrounded by lush foliage.
All the soft furnishings, such
as the sofas, dining set, drapery
and rugs, are bespoke pieces
that Adrian custom designed and
fabricated according to the brief.
This ensures that each and every
piece complements the space that
it was intended for and they all
come together to create a timeless,
contemporary luxury abode.
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THREE-D
CONCEPTWERKE
PTE LTD
Company Profile
Three-D Conceptwerke is a multi-disciplinary
studio, which prides itself in creating liveable
spaces that are focused on the psychological
and emotional outcomes of occupants. They
strive to push the boundaries of design and
spare no effort in examining the myriad facets
that it entails.
They do not believe in a fixed formula as
their approach and solution evolve according
to the needs of each project and client, and
also in response to a changing world. Every
project is undertaken with utmost sincerity,
sharing their expertise with clients and
working towards achieving a result to the
homeowner’s satisfaction and one that the
firm can be proud of.
Several of the studio's projects have made it
onto the covers of our magazine, with each
one of them offering a well thought out
design concept and detailed execution. Both
Terence and Dess are known to think out of
the box when necessary to propose creative
ideas to meet the client's vision. Homeowners
from previous projects have remarked on the
team's efforts to understand their lifestyle,
likes and dislikes in order to truly understand
what they are looking for. This knack for
reading between the lines help to create
homes that fit in seamlessly with its owners.
Address: 5 Jalan Klapa, Singapore 199317
Tel: 6293-8001
www.three-d-conceptwerke.com
Instagram: @threedconceptwerke
Facebook: threedconceptwerke
Terence Soh (Senior Design Consultant)
Dess Chew (Principal Designer)
Alove for the industrial lofts
of New York City motivated
this couple in their 30s to
incorporate elements of that into
their first home, an almost 50-year-
old flat located within a quiet,
matured estate.
One of the highlights in the
apartment is the dining area that
has been converted from one of
three bedrooms. The elevated
platform helps to define the space,
while also concealing services.
Unique shelves constructed using
unplastered hollow blocks and
glass panels provide an interesting
feature within the space. The open
construction allows air to circulate
and light to pass through, while the
adjustable glass shelving achieves
a floating effect and maintains a
porosity that makes the space feel
more expansive.
The palette of materials not only
reinforces the New York City loft
theme, but also takes into account
the client’s preference for materials
that will gather patina and age
with time. The foyer walls were left
unplastered, the living room has an
exposed red brick, recessed feature
wall, and the existing Rockstone
ceiling was retained. These
deliberate imperfections add to the
character of the flat.
PROJECT 1
Name of project:
Five-room HDB flat at
Geylang Bahru
Size: 1,300 sq ft
Renovation budget:
Above $100k
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PROJECT 2
Name of project: HDB maisonette
in Sin Ming
Size: 1,818 sq ft
The homeowner, a professor in
his 50s, had a very clear brief.
He wanted a peaceful atmosphere,
be able to host friends from
overseas, have ample room for
his collection of furniture, art and
mementos, as well as designed for
accessibility in the future. Although
challenging, the design team
managed to come up with design
solutions that would address these
requirements.
The two levels of the apartment
each have an East and West
influence that take their cues from
the professor’s eclectic collection.
The first storey was inspired by his
travels to spiritual retreats around
the world and conveys a sense of
peace, joy and love. The second
storey sports a warmer and more
intimate ambience with chinoiserie
elements and it houses most of his
furniture collection.
The design of the first
storey takes into consideration
accessibility requirements and
the floor is levelled. With the
master bedroom relocated to
the first storey, the homeowner
has everything he needs to live
comfortably on this level.
The home is a treasure trove of
antique furniture, art by renowned
artists and other items that remind
the owner fondly of places where he
has lived and worked. More than mere
ornaments, every piece has a purpose
or can be used and the design of the
home brings it all together.
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WOLF WOOF
Company Profile
Wolf Woof’s design ethos very much aligns
with Carmen’s philosophies towards life- “Be
anything but mediocre”, and “Your home,
your rules”. With a marketing and graphic
design background, she approaches interior
design with what she calls a “so-far-out-
of-the-box-you-cannot-even-see-the-box”
approach. She firmly believes that every
home should be as unique as its owners, filled
with personal touches while still ensuring
functionality and liveability.
With her creativity, she endeavours to take
homeowners where they have not gone in
their renovation journey. Cookie-cutter homes
are a no-no and she is versatile enough to
execute a plethora of diverse styles with ease,
from the popular Scandinavian and minimalist,
to Hamptons, regal and debonair, or fun and
quirky. She is always after that WOW factor,
which need not necessarily involve over-the-
top gestures. The most important thing is
that the home must capture the essence of
the homeowners and must make their hearts
skip a beat.
She is comfortable working with a budget
starting at $50k. In her opinion, this base line
ensures that the end result will not
be compromised.
Address: 23 New Industrial Road,
#08-04 Solstice Business Centre,
Singapore 536209
Tel: 9842-1730
www.wolfwoof.com.sg
Instagram: @iamcarmentang_wolfwoof
Facebook: I Am Carmen Tang,
I Am Wolf Woof Interiors
Carmen Tang (Design Director)
PROJECT 1
Name of project: Five-bedroom penthouse in Siglap
Size: 3,000 sq ft
With the right chemistry, magic happens. Like Carmen,
the homeowners are non-conformists
who love pop art and who have an appetite for bold designs.
Drawing upon these similarities, Carmen was given full artistic
license to create a hip and cool home for the clients.
A uniquely-shaped and brightly-coloured false ceiling makes
quite the visual statement, along with a pop art wall mural. A
one-of-a-kind sneaker gallery provides a proper showcase for
the homeowners’ sneaker collection. Faux rock walls in the
living room and master bedroom bridge the disparity between
pop art and Wabi-sabi styles to create a seamless transition.
Ingenious storage solutions are either concealed from plain
sight or serve a dual, or even triple purpose. Floor-to-ceiling
shoe cabinets are discreetly tucked in a corner. The television
feature wall in the master bedroom is also a storage cabinet
and room divider. A laundry cabinet doubles up as a backdrop
for the LED-illuminated bar counter in the balcony.
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PROJECT 3 (RIGHT)
Name of project: Four-bedroom condominium in Bukit Panjang
Size: 1,636 sq ft. Renovation budget: $60k-$100k
PROJECT 2 (BELOW)
Name of project: Four-room HDB BTO flat
at Northshore Straitsview
Size: 1,216 sq ft
This is a Scandinavian home, but with a quirky twist.
A bear and rabbit living room feature wall represents
the homeowners. Their polygonal forms are filled with
artificial grass to complement the clean, Scandinavian feel
and light wood carpentry without being overly kiddie. A
display wall in the living room provides a place for the
husband’s bicycle. Bread boards with the alphabets “N”,
“O” and “M” make for an interesting feature in the dining
room. All these come together to create a home that
oozes personality while making a strong visual impact.
The homeowners wanted their home to feel like the
Mauritian beach resorts that they love, hence the
Hamptons coastal resort style. A neutral colour palette
comprising primarily white complemented by shades of black
and grey, along with the use of glass, give the spaces a bright
and breezy quality characteristic of the coast. The generously-
sized patio, which also serves as the family’s semi-outdoor
dining area with a bar counter overlooking the condominium
pool is modelled after the semi-alfresco verandahs that can be
found in beach houses in the Hamptons.
Practical considerations are just as important as being
on theme. Storage was something that the couple needed,
especially with three young children in the house. New
weather-resistant, white, shaker-style cabinets that are
synonymous with the Hamptons style have been added to one
side of the patio behind the bar counter.
With its dark interior and a predominantly black-and-
gold theme, this CBD apartment looks every bit like
Batman’s city cave. Like Bruce Wayne, the homeowner is
a bachelor who wanted a conversation starter in his home
and he definitely got one.
A life-sized, black horse sculpture takes centre stage
in the dining room. To justify its footprint within the pint-
sized apartment, Carmen cleverly incorporated a dining
table in place of a horse torso and hind legs, which gives
the ornamental piece a functional purpose. Viewed head-
on, the horse superimposes onto a pair of angel wings
mounted on the wall of the bar behind the dining room,
which visually transforms it into a Pegasus that further
heightens the WOW factor.
PROJECT 4
(ABOVE)
Name of project:
One-bedroom
condominium in
Tanjong Pagar
Size: 624 sq ft
Renovation budget:
$60k-$100k
Time taken:
3 months

ARKHILITE
Company Profile
Arkhilite is about designing slow spaces that
are beautiful, enjoyable and satisfying, and
which make you want to pause and linger
so that you can take it all in. The firm is also
about the discovery of slow places that
embody qualities which celebrate locality,
culture, purpose, nature and our relationship
with them.
Unlike mathematical problems that have
singular solutions and which may be solved
quickly, design requires an immense amount
of time and effort. It is this dedication to
its craft that drives the team at Arkhilite to
continue to push on with unwavering faith
and tenacity in the pursuit of excellence.
Address: 81 Tagore Lane, #02-04, TAG.A,
Singapore 787502
Tel: 6917-8869
www.arkhilite.sg
Instagram: @arkhilite
Facebook: arkhilite
ARCHITOLOGY
INTERIORS PTE LTD
Company Profile
Architology Interiors Pte Ltd was founded in
2010 by Bu Shukun Terrence Quah. The duo
firmly believe that luxury is not about whether
you can afford to fill a space with expensive
materials or opulent pieces, but rather, the
ability to see the crafted story of a place.
As architecture graduates, they adopt an
architectural approach towards the crafting
of homes, which is evident in the way spaces
are articulated. There is a clear definition
of home, layered with an experiential story.
And at the heart of every home and every
story lies the intended interactions of the
homeowner with his dwelling. This user
interaction is well-defined and intimate, and
it is achieved through material compositions,
purposeful objects, artistic statements and
taking delight in function. This applies across
all project genres, from high-end residential,
to hospitality and commercial. Every project is
unique and is carried out with the same rigour
in order to formulate new compositions and
create new spatial relationships.
Address: 111 Devonshire Road, Singapore 239877.
Tel: 6284-1011
www.architology.com.sg
Instagram: @architology.interiors
Facebook: architology
KEY MEMBERS OF THE DESIGN TEAM
Bu Shukun (Founder/ Design Director)
Terrence Quah (Founder/ Design Director)
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DESIGN
INTERVENTION
Company Profile
One of the leading design studios in the
Asia Pacific region, Design Intervention has
established itself at national, regional and
global levels. For the past 10 consecutive
years, their projects have been conferred
International Property Awards, repeatedly
being recognised as the best in Singapore
and going on to win nine overall Asia-Pacific
awards. Six of these projects were further
recognised as the best in their category,
winning the ultimate accolade of Best in
the World. The studio has been included
eight times in Interior Design Review’s list
of the Top 100 Designers from across the
Globe. These awards extend beyond interior
design to also include works in retail, leisure,
architecture and product design.
Their ethos is firmly rooted in the belief
that design, like nutrition and fitness, is
essential for better living. The way they
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transformative power of design to create
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source for clients, where they can recharge
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L ARCHITECTS
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Two of L Architects’ projects garnered awards
at the Singapore Institute of Architects
Architectural Design Awards 2022, including
“Design of the Year”, the highest accolade,
no mean feat for a young, boutique firm.
The studio revels in asking the difficult
questions and exploring untested solutions,
pushing boundaries in order to develop new
prototypes. There is no fixed formula- every
existing formula must be reconsidered and
challenged so as to create new spaces and
experiences that are meaningful.
Founder and Principal Architect, Lim Shing
Hui devotes much time to the crafting of an
interesting brief at the start of every project.
Instead of jumping straight into the design,
she endeavours to tease out the fundamental
questions that the project should address and
formulate project strategies.
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of its parts and there must be poetry in even
the most utilitarian of programmes.
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THE DESIGN TEAM
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(Founder/
Principal Architect)
Tse Lee Shing
(Senior Architectural
Technologist)
Reid Tan
(Interior Architectural
Executive)

A
floating vanity is mounted
to the wall, which creates
the illusion that they’re
suspended in mid-air. Especially
good for bathrooms with limited
space, these streamlined units
free up floor space and are perfect
for modern aesthetics. Here are
10 ideas to add sleek storage and
style to your bathroom.
CURVES AHEAD
Resist the compulsion for
square corners and consider
a floating vanity with curves
instead. Apart from being
a stylistic flourish, gently
rounded corners soften the
look of a space, especially one
with as many hard surfaces as
a bathroom. Match it with a
sink with rounded corners like
Duravit’s Happy D.2 Plus, which
has a matching floating cabinet,
so you’ll have a complete look.
FEATURE
LIGHT AS A CLOUD
Floating vanities are ideal for bathrooms with limited
space. Here are 10 ideas on how to use them best.
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A FLOATING VANITY IS MOUNTED TO THE
WALL, WHICH CREATES THE ILLUSION THAT
THEY’RE SUSPENDED IN MID-AIR.
OPEN PLAN
If the walls flanking
your sink are just a short
distance apart, having a
floating shelf instead of a
cabinet is an option. Easier
to clean and offers more
storage space; it’s also a
great way to display your
matching towels. Apaiser’s
Reflection marble vanity,
which combines a sink and
countertop, is a stunning
option, especially in black
and paired with a wooden
floating shelf.
IN THE DETAILS
Make a statement in the bathroom with a bolder
choice of floating vanity like this dreamy Apaiser
Tulle stone vanity which seamlessly integrates
the benchtop and basin. Beautiful scalloped
edging elevates this bathroom staple making it a
functional piece of bathroom art.
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SINK IN
Pedestal sinks on a floating
pedestal are on trend, but for a
very streamlined look, choose
a sink which merges with
your floating vanity. For this
to work, the cabinetry needs
to encase your sink to offer a
seamless appearance. An ideal
combination is Duravit’s Viu
sink with its gently organic
yet spacious interior and the
XViu vanity unit equipped with
patented c-bonded technology
for a smooth connection.
STONE AGE
There are many options for
what to clad a bathroom vanity,
like melamine, laminate and
aluminium frames, but solid
surfaces can also be used to
add a touch of luxury. Just be
mindful to pick a material that
is not just decorative but easy
to maintain. One example is the
Sensa series from Cosentino,
composed of granite and
quartzite with special stain-
resistant protection. Seen
here is Sensa Vancouver, this
Brazilian quartzite brings a
sense of sophistication and
individuality to the space.
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MINIMAL EFFORT
In a limited space, all the small
details become apparent, As
such, when you pick the taps
for your floating vanity, always
remember that visually light
bathroom accessories do best
for small spaces. Fixtures like
Villeroy Boch’s Conum taps
combine delicate and solid design
elements to form a sculptural
object that adds the final flourish
to your bathroom. You can also
experiment with matte, shiny, or
even chic black finishes.
HIGH AND MIGHTY
Having a small bathroom means wanting to maximise
storage so you can keep it looking as clutter-free as
possible. If you can’t expand sideways, the only way is up.
Look for a vanity with tall drawers to make the most of a
wall-hung unit. This petite Ikea ENHET/TVÄLLEN wash
stand fits in the smallest bathrooms with a base cabinet
that’s only 40 cm wide and a generous drawer height to
put even your tall bottles neatly out of sight.
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LEVEL UP
One of the advantages of a small
space is spending more on a fine
material is feasible as you don’t
need as much of it. So go ahead,
pick that exotic hardwood you might
otherwise not consider if it was for a
larger area. Kohler’s Jute range is a
case in point. Combining the warmth
of premium hardwood with a sleek
wall-hung installation for a fun play
on mid-century modern design,
make your small bathroom as fancy
as you like.
PAINT JOB
Painting your walls to match
your floating vanity can add
personality to a bathroom and
make the space feel cosier or
more spacious - depending on
the colour you choose. We like
this warm blue grey which feels
warm and inviting, especially
with a corresponding coloured
wall behind it. This version
is from Ikea’s ENHET series,
which has a base cabinet with
shelves to keep toiletries and
towels handy.
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FULL
DISCLOSURE
Maximise whatever space you
do have by taking note of how
far the drawers extend when
choosing your cabinet. Drawers
which extend only halfway often
mean you won’t utilise your
already limited space to the
fullest. Ranges like Villeroy
Boch’s Subway 3.0 Vanity units
are fantastic for small spaces,
not only for their clean lines but
how the drawers are equipped
with full extension, so you’ll get
to see everything at a glance.
ARTISTIC FLAIR
When is a sink not just
a sink? When it’s a sink
from Kohler’s Artist
Edition range. Each
piece is an intensive
study of patterns and
palettes, which are then
handcrafted by artisans
using premium materials.
The Derring collection was
inspired by studio pottery,
and each one-of-a-kind
creation has a hand-carved
texture accentuated by
the glaze’s subtle tonal
variations. Then there’s The
Sartorial collection which
pays homage to refined 19th-
century European textiles like
herringbone and paisley.
Another exquisitely
realised range is the Kensho
which showcases Eastern
motifs and Western artistic
techniques. For this, Japanese
sashiko kimono patterns
depicting organic elements
are etched using a 15th-
century Italian technique
known as acquaforte,
which are then brought to
life using a champagne-gold
metallic finish.
These range from decorative
like The Dutchmaster
collection, a collaboration
with “florography” artist
Ashley Woodson Baile, which
captures the movement and
lush beauty of flowers, to
The Shagreen collection,
inspired by oil spot glazes that
originated in China during
the Song Dynasty.
text MICHELE KOH MOROLLO
Shagreen Sink
Kensho Sink
Derring Sink
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FEATURE
FIRM FOOTING
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THREE-D
CONCEPTWERKE
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BATH MATS
We all love the feeling of a soft
place for our feet to land after
stepping out of the bath or shower.
Not only is it a place to dry your
feet, but it’s also less of a shock to
the body than a cold floor.
Having a bath mat is an easy
and cost-effective way to provide
this, although keep in mind the
mat’s backing to ensure it doesn’t
slip. Ikea’s RÖDVATTEN Bath mat
($19.90) and OSBYSJÖN Bath
mat ($7.90) have anti-slip backing
built into the mats, but for those
which don’t, there’s Ikea’s STOPP
anti-slip underlay which comes in a
200 cm roll enough for a 1.35sqm
surface area.
CERAMIC TILES
Tiles are a classic choice in the
bathroom - and it’s easy to see
why, as they’re waterproof, robust
and long-lasting. However, when
choosing tiles for the bathroom,
check the surface’s slip resistance.
Anti-Slip ratings for tiles are
determined by the Oil Wet Ramp
Test, where a person walks on a
slippery surface wearing cleated
safety boots while being held by a
harness. The ramp angle is adjusted
until the individual slips, generating
an R-Value where R9 has the lowest
slip resistance up to the highest slip
resistance of R13.
Leading building material
supplier, Hafary (www.hafary.com.
sg) recommends R10 tiles for
bathrooms, where occasional spills
and wetness can occur. Within
this range is Hafary’s Tendencias
Cermicas brand from Spain, which
has an attractive blue Denim range
featuring combinable diamond
and square-shaped tiles for unique
layout patterns or the Mud range
in pure white for a more natural,
crafted look.
Another thing to consider
is that small tiles often have
an advantage over larger ones
regarding slip resistance. This
is because joints are highly slip
resistant due to the rough grouting
material, so a bathroom floor with
small mosaic tiles is therefore
considered very slip resistant.
EPOXY FLOORING
Epoxy flooring is increasing in
popularity in Singapore. Commonly
used in the waterproofing industry,
epoxy coating is a mix of polymer
resins and hardeners applied to
concrete flooring. This liquid-to-
solid process gives epoxy flooring
the ability to be strong and stain-
resistant. An example is MESG
(metallicepoxy.sg) which offers
metallic epoxy, an enhanced
version of conventional epoxy.
Used in homes to also beautify a
space, metallic epoxy is a unique
five-layered epoxy system that
incorporates metallic pigment
powder for a unique-looking lava-
flow or pearlescent effect after
installation. This surface is sealed
with matte anti-slip finishing for
bathrooms, which offers the
highest traction and scratch
resistance capabilities.
photo
BAILEY
ALEXANDER
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ANTI-SLIP COATING
If the flooring in your bathroom
is slippery, but you don’t want
to replace it, a cost-effective
option is to give it an anti-slip
coating. One such treatment on
the market is Nano clear anti-slip
treatment offered by companies
such as YHH Plus Enterprise (www.
antislipsolution.sg).
This breakthrough technology
provides extremely high durability
and slip resistance even under the
wettest slippery floor or soapy
conditions. Furthermore, the
coating forms countless nano
non-skid holes to increase the
traction on the treated floor tiles
when applied.
The base formed is permanent
and won’t peel off or degrade
even under hard brushing. In fact,
scrubbing will allow for an even
better grip and result in a longer-
lasting effect. Pricing for this
treatment ranges from $300-$500
for a 25-50 sq ft area.
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R-ARCHITECTURE
42

text AGATHA WONG
DIATOMITE MATS
Diatomite, also known as
diatomaceous earth, is a fossil
soil which contains millions of
micropores. When harnessed as
a material and made into mats, it
allows water to evaporate quickly
and prevent the accumulation of
moisture and bacteria, making it a
highly absorbent and fast-drying
alternative to traditional bath rugs.
Available from www.mrphy.
sg, Weave Quick Dry Diatomite
Bath Mats absorb water instantly,
– leaving your feet clean and dry
within seconds. The ceramic-like
material also gives an organic
stone feel that is easy on sensitive
feet. Available in small (40 cm) and
large (60cm) and priced at $29
and $35, respectively. The mats
also come with anti-slip bath mat
stickers and sandpaper, which
are used to lightly sand down the
surface to increase absorbency
after a usage period.
VINYL TILES
Once more common for commercial use,
vinyl flooring has become popular for
residential purposes as innovations in the
material have improved its appearance and how
it feels underfoot.
Waterproof vinyl flooring is particularly
suitable for bathrooms as it is durable, stainproof,
and 100 per cent water resistant. When it comes
to slip resistance, be careful to pay attention to
the slip resistance class when choosing a flooring
product, as not all vinyl is anti-slip when it’s wet.
Suppliers like Xing Floors (www.xingfloors.
sg) offer a wide range of waterproof vinyl flooring
suitable for bathrooms. For ease of installation,
these vinyl floor tiles are installed with a click-
and-lock mechanism, so there is no need for
adhesives. Best of all, this click-and-lock flooring
can be installed directly above your existing
subfloor and is 100% waterproof.
photo
WATERMARK
DDESIGNS
NON-SLIP FLOORING IS
ESSENTIAL TO ENSURE THE
BATHROOM IS A PLACE TO
FEEL GOOD AND RELAX.
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FEATURE
9 REFRESHING
RAIN SHOWERS
If you’re looking to create a sensual, spa-like,
shower in your home, there’s no better way to do
so than by adding one of these innovative new rain
showers to your bathroom.
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WHEN CHOOSING A RAIN SHOWER FOR
YOUR BATHROOM, CONSIDER THE SIZE OF
YOUR SHOWER AREA, WATER PRESSURE,
MATERIALS, FINISHINGS, ADJUSTABILITY,
AND THE INSTALLATION PROCESS.
S
ome of the latest
tech developments
in rain showers
today include designs that
increase convenience, water
conservation, and provide a
customisable shower experience.
In recent years, rain shower
heads have been equipped with
smart technology, allowing
users to control the water
temperature, flow rate, and even
turn the shower on or off from
their smartphone.
Jerome Toh, Area Manager
for Duvarit, Singapore says, “A
rain shower needs to provide the
user an immersive experience
with a reduced amount of water
without compromising on the
comfort level. Therefore, many
new rain shower heads are
designed to incorporate air with
water to compensate with the
lower water flow rate allowed.”
Some rain shower heads
come with built-in LED lights,
which can change colour based
on the water temperature or
provide a calming ambient
lighting. Many of the latest rain
shower heads are designed
using low-flow technology to
reduce water usage without
sacrificing performance, and
with adjustable flow rates that
allow you to switch between a
gentle rain-like flow and a more
powerful drenching spray. Other
key innovations include rain
shower systems combined with
hi-fidelity sound that let you
play your favourite tunes while
you shower, and multiple spray
modes such those that simulate
the effect of mists and waterfalls.
When choosing a rain shower
for your bathroom, consider the
size of your shower area, water
pressure, materials, finishings,
adjustability, and the installation
process. If you have a small
shower area, you might want to
consider a smaller rain shower
head, while a larger shower
area can accommodate a larger
shower head. If your plumbing
system has low water pressure,
look for a rain shower head
with a flow restrictor that can
be removed for increased water
flow. Choose a material that
matches the style and durability
you’re looking for. Stainless
steel is durable, while brass is
more expensive and heavier.
Plastic is lightweight and
inexpensive, but less durable.
If you need to change the angle
and direction of the water flow,
you should choose adjustable
shower heads.
It is also important to
consider whether you can
install the rain showerhead
on your own, or if you’ll need
to hire a professional to help
with its installation. “There
are two types of rain shower
installation – concealed or
exposed. Exposed rain shower
systems are suitable for almost
all homes and is a great choice
for users to change to a rain
shower system without major
consideration on the technical
aspects. Concealed installation
is great for users who are doing
a rebuild of their bathrooms.
Concealed installation requires
forward planning as the
components and pipes are
hidden in the wall to give an
elegant and clean look to the
bathroom,” says Jerome.
Here are nine sassy rain showers that can
certainly elevate your showering experience.
Available at Bathroom Gallery,
bathroomgallery.com.sg and Sansei,
sanseionline.com
3-Jet Showerhead
CRISTINA RUBINETTERIE
Enjoy a shower with rain effect,
waterfall effect, and mister effect
jets with Cristina Rubinetterie’s 3-Jet
anti-scale rain effect ceiling-mount
shower head. Equipped with a turbine
powered by water ﬂow, the 3-Jet
combines all three showerheads in
a single plate to transform washing
yourself to a special ritual.
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Dynamo Showerhead
CRISTINA RUBINETTERIE
The eco-friendly Dynamo showerhead
is fully self-powered with LED
lighting and uses water to generate
electricity through an internal turbine
within the shower head. As the water
ﬂows through the turbine inside
the showerhead, it creates enough
energy to turn on the LED lights.
bathroomgallery.com.sg and Sansei,
sanseionline.com
46

AquaSymphony
GROHE
For a truly luxurious spa-like
shower experience, look to Grohe’s
AquaSymphony – a smart rain shower
system combined with soft lighting
and your favourite music. Surrounded
by a light curtain that illuminates a
variety of different colours, you can
choose soothing chromatic effects
to match your mood for a shower.
The AquaSymphony has six different
spray modes including muscle-
tension-relieving bokoma sprays,
extra-wide waterfall sprays, and an
aquacurtain. Its super-ﬂat panel and
sleek lines are perfect for sensual,
minimalist home spas and bathrooms.
Statement
KOHLER
Kohler’s Oblong and Round
Statement rain shower heads mimic
the experience of a soaking summer
storm, without wasting water.
Available in four glossy metallic
ﬁnishes and also matt black, these
shower heads feature full coverage
with Katalyst air-induction technology
spray, which efficiently mixes air and
water to produce large water droplets
to deliver a powerful and consistent,
full overhead rain shower experience.
Pair these shower heads with Kohler’s
Anthem valves and controls that
control temperature, volume, and
spray experiences, for a gorgeous,
streamlined look.
Available at
Bathroom Gallery,
bathroomgallery.
com.sg and kohler.
com.sg
bathroomgallery.com.sg and grohe.sg
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Pulsify
HANSGROHE
PowderRain, the newest spray
mode from Hansgrohe allows
you to have a gentle shower
with thousands of micro-fine
droplets that envelops you
in a cocoon of water, while
reducing splashing noise. This
new development is available
in rain showers such as the
touch-controlled Pulsify which
includes water saving and
anti-calcification features.
Available in matte black, matte
white and chrome finishes, the
Pulsify rain shower offers a
peaceful, whisper-quiet shower
experience with sprays in two
different intensities.
Available at Econflo Systems,
econflo.com, Bathroom Gallery,
bathroomgallery.com.sg, and
The Water Studio by Hansgrohe,
hansgrohe.com.sg
Acquachiara
CEA DESIGN
Inspired by a play between
water and light, CEA Design’s
ACQUACHIARA range of
showerheads are combined with
white or coloured lighting to
promote a spa-like ambience that
soothes body and mind. Designed
with compositional and applicative
flexibility in mind, this range
includes more than 20 new flush-
mounted of jutting stainless-steel
showerheads with rolling, spray
rainfall, mist, sheet water or Kneipp
jets that alternate with spotlights to
create just the mood you want.
bathroomgallery.com.sg
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Tulum Black
DURAVIT
With its pure, linear design, Duravit’s
Tulum Black rain shower heads can
be paired with matching handheld
showers and mixes in various sizes
and shapes. The mixer’s flat wall
rosette is ideal for elegant, concealed
installation. A surface-mounted
version of the mixer is also available
and includes a rectangular geometric
handle for comfortable operation.
Available at Duravit Asia Limited, duvarit.com
Rain Showers
DORNBRACHT
Dornbracht’s new rain showers showcase the
unique interaction between water and light.
Available in a variety of designs and finishes,
in rectangular or round shapes, and for ceiling
or wall mounting, Dornbracht’s new rain
showers can be easily integrated into any home
bathroom or spa. Designed without any visible
screw connections, the showers appear to float
seamlessly under ceilings. They come with two
different spray modes. In Relax mode, water falls
with little pressure, caressing the body as lightly
as a feature; in Cleanse mode, a concentrated
spray ensures effective cleaning and rinsing.
Available at Bathroom Gallery, bathroomgallery.
com.sg and xtwostore.sg
Hi-Fi
GESSI
Nothing beats showering to the tunes you love. Hi-Fi, the
latest creation by Gessi, allows you to enjoy your favourite
music while you shower. Incorporating high fidelity stereo
system controls with your shower mixer, Gessi’s Hi-Fi system
turns shower time into a sensual concert. Combine this music
and shower mixer control system with Gessi’s round, square,
or rectangular rain shower heads are available in more than a
dozen different sophisticated finishes to help you create the
perfect space for relaxing, bathing and enjoying some music.
Available at Bathroom Gallery, bathroomgallery.com.sg and gessi.com
49

FEATURE
Remote controllable functions, anti-bacterial
surfaces, and water conservation are some
of the new features in the latest water closet
(WC) technology.
THE GAME
OF THRONES
I
n recent years, WC
technologies have evolved,
and today many of the best
brands carry smart toilets
and bidets that allow users
to control various functions,
such as adjusting the water
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even opening and closing
the lid using a remote
control or smartphone app.
Hygiene is a priority among
WC manufacturers, and
new developments include
antimicrobial ceramic surfaces,
rimless designs, and improved
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user to choose between a
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reduce overall water usage, and
also products with adjustable
position bidets and seat heights.
One key innovation for
WCs is odour extraction which
makes the user experience
a much more pleasant one.
“With the advancement of
technology, the latest shower
toilets are designed like
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hygiene with water that is
much softer and gentler than
toilet paper, and that is also
soothingly refreshing. For
example, while maximising the
hygiene level in the bathroom,
Duravit’s Starck f also comes
with HygieneGlaze with an
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of up to 99.9 percent,” says
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for Duravit, Singapore.
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consider the size of your
bathroom and make sure it
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cramping the space. Decide if
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you to include shelving above
the wall behind the WC,” says
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size of the bathroom, a 540mm
projection from the wall allows
a good comfort level for a user.
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also consider a shorter length
of 480mm,” he says. With a
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cistern or concealed cistern.
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vanity or washbasin, choose
a low height cistern with a
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will be the most ideal,” he adds.
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toilets may require additional
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models, so keep your budget
in mind when shopping.
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consider your water usage,
so look for toilets with a low
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technology. You should also
think about the overall style
and design your bathroom
and make sure that you pick
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overall aesthetic of the space.
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SENSOWASH® DURAVIT
Iconic yet minimalist, Duravit’s SensoWash Starck f
toilet-bidet combo offers customisability to suit five
different user profiles. For example, the spray arm of
the bidet can be adjusted to the right position and
intensity for individual requirements. Operable via
remote control, this smart toilet also includes functions
such as the water and seat temperature that can be
configured using the app.
Available at Duravit Singapore Showroom, duravit.
com, and Bathroom Gallery, bathroomgallery.com.sg
LALITA CERAMICA GLOBO
If you’re looking for a minimalist
WC in unusual and vibrant colours
to match a colourful bathroom,
a good choice is the Lalita range
by Italian brand Ceramica Globo.
Available in floor mounted and
wall hung models, these WCs
are available in more than a
dozen earthy, matte colours that
will complement most modern
bathroom interiors. Made with
durable ceramic and equipped
with CLEANSTORM drainage
technology, the Lalita also comes
with a soft close toilet seat option.
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HYGIENEFLUSH,
HYGIENEGLAZE, AND
RIMLESS TECHNOLOGIES
DURAVIT
Duravit offers a range of WCs
equipped with HygieneFlush – an
innovative flushing technology
developed with an extremely
powerful flushing flow without
splashing, HygieneGlaze – an
antibacterial ceramic glaze that
keeps surfaces clean, and rimless
design that enables dynamic
and powerful flushing that rinses
the entire inner surface of the
bowl with efficient use of water.
These technologies are available
in Duravit’s Viu and White Tulip
wall-mounted toilet and bidets.
Available at Duravit Singapore
Showroom, duvarit.com, and Bathroom
Gallery, bathroomgallery.com.sg
White Tulip
Duvarit’s Viu
AQUACLEAN GEBERIT
The top selling toilet-bidet combo
in Europe, Geberit’s AquaClean
Mera is equipped with WhirlSpray
shower technology and the
rimless WC ceramic appliance
with TurboFlush technology. The
AquaClean is available in two
models – Mera Comfort and Mera
Classic. The Classic model features
an odour extraction unit and warm
air dryer, while the Comfort model
includes extra comfort functions
such as WC seat ring heating,
orientation light in various colours,
and a touchless WC lid automatic
function.
Available at Econflo Systems,
econflo.com
ONE KEY INNOVATION
FOR WCS IS ODOUR
EXTRACTION, WHICH
MAKES THE USER
EXPERIENCE A MUCH
MORE PLEASANT ONE.
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PUREGUARD AND HYGIENECLEAN
GROHE
Some of the newest technologies in
Grohe’s WCs include PureGuard, which
prevents dirt build-up, and HygieneClean,
which prevents bacterial growth on the
ceramics. Grohe’s rimless design also
makes cleaning easier and prevents
bacteria from hiding in hard-to-reach areas.
Some Grohe toilets, such as those from the
Cube Ceramic, Essence, and EuroCeramics
lines, are also installed with the Triple
Vortex flushing system, which provides a
silent yet powerful clean.
WCS WITH ACTILIGHT
TECHNOLOGY TOTO
Hygiene has always been a priority
for Japanese WC brand TOTO.
Their Actilight WCs come with
photocatalytic glaze – a clean light
technology that has the ability
to naturally decompose waste.
Actilight WCs are also equipped
with Premist – a fine mist of water
that sprays inside the toilet bowl,
and a water conserving automatic
flushing mechanism.
Available at GROHE Gallery, grohe.sg Available at W Atelier, watelier.com
WCS WITH TORNADO
FLUSH TOTO
The Tornado Flush system by
TOTO provide 360-degree
cleaning by swirling and
ejecting waste with every flush
inside a rimless toilet bowl.
And it does so quietly and by
using less water too. Designed
so the water flows in a hairpin
curve, powerful streams wash
even the deep crevices inside
the bowl, where most waste
accumulates, making it much
easier to maintain a clean and
sanitary toilet.
WCS WITH CEFIONTECT
TECHNOLOGY TOTO
TOTO’s Cefiontect is an ultra-
smooth ceramic glaze that coats
the toilet bowl to ensure no waste
clings to the bowl. Cefiontect’s
surface ridges – just one millionth
of a millimetre – are much smaller
than conventional ceramics,
so there are no gaps for waste
particles to hide in. Cefiontect is
also extremely durable thanks to
its special manufacturing process
which includes the addition of a
glass layer over the conventional
glaze layer.
Available at W Atelier, watelier.com
SQUARE FLUSH PLATE TECE
Stylish and luxurious, the TECEsquare
flush plate has clean lines, and a flat,
geometric design that is ideal for
sleek, modern bathrooms. Available in
stainless steel, glass, or chrome with
a PVD coating in a variety of colours,
this flush plate works especially well
in bathrooms with luxury marble
and stone surfaces. Its discreet, flush
button offers dual-flush systems that
deliver powerful flushing.
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The Chains Throw is priced at $2,425 and is available from
Frette’s flagship boutique at The Shoppes at Marina Bay
Sands, 2 Bayfront Avenue, Frette #01-10/11.
We may be well into the first quarter
of the new year, but fret not as there are
three more to go before it ends. If work has
kept you in a constant state of rush, perhaps
it is time to take a breather. Cosy up on
your sofa or armchair with Frette’s Chains
throw in Beige Milk, crafted from pure virgin
wool and decorated with an enlarged chain
motif to add a suave, elegant look to your
space. Its warm embrace will have you
staying toasty whether you’re catching up
on your K-drama or chillaxing with a good
read late into the night.
TIED SNUG
EDITOR’S
CHOICE
STEAM, MOP VACUUM
Winner of the CES 2023 Innovation Award,
LG’s updated model of its popular A9 cordless
vacuum now comes with additional steam
mopping functionality, providing even more
cleaning power for domestic gods and
goddesses. The CordZero A9 Kompressor also
comes with the innovative All-in-One Tower
docking station, designed to store, recharge
and automatically empty the vacuum. While it
has yet to reach our shores for now, this nifty
appliance will definitely be high on your ‘to-
get’ list if you are tired of constantly switching
between the vacuum and mop whenever
you’re cleaning the floors.
Pricing and availability of the CordZero A9
Kompressor with Steam Power Mop has yet to be
announced at press time. Visit https://www.lg.com/sg for
more information.
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Pricing and availability of the
MoodUP refrigerator range has yet to be
announced at press time. Visit https://
www.lg.com/sg for more information.
LG’s MoodUP colour-changing fridges
were introduced for discerning
homeowners who are no longer
content with the conventional black,
white or metallic fridges offered
on the market. Thanks to the LED
colour-changeable door panels, LG’s
innovative kitchen solution gives users
the ability to customise the look of their
fridge without the cost and hassle of
having to physically replace any of its
exterior elements. With over 20 colours
to choose from, and over 190,000
colour combinations available for its
four-door French-door model, LG is
upping the ante by collaborating with
colour specialist Pantone to include its
colour of the year Viva Magenta to the
mix as well. With the dizzying array at
your disposal, the only problem you’ll
encounter will be admiring your fridge
instead of stocking it.
COOL CHAMELEON
Ad d
t o
c a r t
Even though it isn’t difficult to make your
own scented candles (there are plenty of DIY
candlemaking kits online), it takes a seasoned
craftsman to know the ideal percentage of
essential oil to wax ratio to use in order to
ensure an optimum fragrance throw and
consistent burn rate. One such producer is
homegrown label About The Scent. Made in
small batches, the brand’s candles are made
with organic essential oils and natural soy-wax,
and adds just the right amount of fragrance to
gently scent up your interior.
SMELLS GOOD
COUTURE WITH A ‘Q’
Singapore’s largest online furniture
retailer, FortyTwo, recently opened its
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Thyma Lounge
Chair retails for
$427.90, and is
available in store
at Qoltured by
FourtyTwo, #03-03,
Raffles City
Shopping Centre.
Candles from
About The Scent are
priced from $18 for an
80g jar to $32 for a
220g jar, which offers
40 hours of burn time.
Check them out at
https://aboutthescent.
com.sg
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My Story Plate
retails for $39 and
is available from
www.alillove.sg
Meal times with the little one
do not have to be tedious and
frustrating, take it from fellow
mommy Rachel Raeburn, who
designed a simple yet effective
dining plate to encourage her
daughter, Oia Victoria, to ﬁnish
her meals. Numbered pods in
the plate separate the meal
into smaller, less intimidating,
portions, while the graphics tell a
story to keep the child engaged
during meals. The plates come in
two designs and can be used for
children up to age of six. It’s also
eco-friendly, antibacterial and
easy to clean.
HAPPY EATING 1,2,3
With its artistic veins and luscious,
sensual texture, it’s not hard to see
why natural marble is such a coveted
yet costly material of choice for
homeowners. If you’re looking for
the perfect accompaniments to your
freshly laid and bookmatched marble
âÂ†‘ĞÐÐÞâʣœ†˜˜ÐúÉéÐ7ÐîÞÉœĀ†âé
to view the range of delectable marble
homewares from Amsterdam-based
brand Stoned. Founded by duo Derkan
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boards, bowls and coasters hewn from
travertine as well as white, pink and
burgundy marble, all sourced from the
Aegean coast in Turkey.
ROCK SOLID
Prices for
Stoned’s marble
products range
from $42 for
a set of four
square white
marble coasters,
to $487 for
a travertine
column vase.
Visit https://
journeyeast.com
or 315 Outram
Rd, #03-02
Tan Boon Liat
Building for more
information.
LIGHT IT UP
Yearning to be in the great outdoors instead of being stuck
at home? Why not bring a bit of the outside into your living
room instead, with HAY’s Mousqueton portable lamp. Part of its
collection for Spring 2023, this utilitarian table lamp is named
after the carabiner in French and serves as a multi-terrain and
weather lighting. The pure galvanised metallic top handle also
acts as a carabiner, allowing it to be hung from a rope or branch.
Available in three coloured shade options, this battery-powered
lamp is rechargeable and comes with a four-step dimmer as well
as an LED bulb with an estimated lifespan of 35,000 hours.
The Mousqueton Portable Lamp retails from $280. In Singapore
Hay products are available from Cult Design (https://cultdesign.
asia/) and Grafunkt (www.grafunkt.com).
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Prices for Hermes’
pet accessories on
application, head
down to Hermes at
541 Orchard Rd, #01-
02A Liat Towers for
more information.
H#ʐ#HBB,aʥ
Every dog has its day, and so should yours. If
your love for your furry pal is as unbounded
as your bank account, consider pampering
your pooch with these on-point togs and toys
from French fashion powerhouse Hermes.
Choose from the quilted dog coat or raincoat,
treat bag and even a cute oversized rubber
chew toy in the shape of the maison’s iconic
Mors scarf ring. Any of these will ensure that
your four-pawed family member is going to
be the most dapper-looking pet on the block.
TRENDING
1. Lindbyn Mirror
with storage,
black, $75, www.
ikea.com
2. 3. Metal
Round Black Ac-
cent Mirror, $149;
Ebba Accent
Mirror, $149, both
from www.face-
BATHROOM MIRRIOR
The mirror is one of the most essential
parts of the vanity, and its shape can
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retreat. Here are some cool mirrors
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4. Cubiko Storage
Mirror, $179, www.
hipvan.com
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EXHIBITION OF THE MONTH
Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience
Visit https://vangoghexpo.com for more information.
After a round of
overwhelmingly
popular tours in the
West, this highly
anticipated exhibition
is ﬁnally making its
debut in Southeast
Asia. On display
are over 300 of the
Dutch master’s works,
cleverly presented
through digital art
projections, sketches
and paintings. Visitors
will also have the
opportunity to enter
parts of Van Gogh’s
world in 3D, explore
Singapore-exclusive
zones, and learn
about the traditional
Japonisme movement.
When: From March, 2023
Where: Resorts World Sentosa, B1 Forum,
8 Sentosa Gateway
Price: Pre-opening tickets from $24 for
adults and $15 for children.
3
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TILE OF
THE MONTH
Terra director’s
chair retails for
$1,886 and is
available at Marquis.
Visit www.marquis.
com.sg for more
information.
Glam up your home
with this generously
proportioned
Terra director’s
chair from Emu.
The sturdy folding
frame is made
from solid, high-
thickness extruded
aluminium, and is
enhanced by the
combination of
CENTRE OF ATTENTION
Emu-tex and eco-
leather upholstery.
Despite its imposing
stature, the chair
offers absolute
comfort along with
a heaping dose of
inimitable style and
panache. All you
have to do now is
get used to calling
the shots.
FRESH LAUNDRY,
RAIN OR SHINE
Don’t let unpredictable weather
get in the way of your laundry
day with Sharp’s KD-HD9S7GW
Heat Pump Dryer. Powered by
a new specialty heat pump, this
dryer also features an Express
34-Minute Dry Mode that can
dry up to 1kg of cotton shirts
in as short as 34 minutes with
a high-speed spin cycle. The
dryer’s cabinet also comes
with a special wave design for
greater stability that lowers
vibrations and noise levels while
in operation.
The SHARP KD-HD9S7GW Heat Pump Dryer is priced at $1,719 for
the black and $1,664 for the white version respectively, and is available
from Sharp’s Cocoro Life store (https://cocorolife.sg) and selected
authorised retailers.
STATE OF TRANCE
The current trend in tile designs is to go big
in terms of size and details. Leading stone
specialist Cosentino’s Dekton launched its
large-format Dekton Onirika collection to
offer homeowners the carbon neutral-option
of sintered stone that looks and feels as good
as natural marble. Onirika Trance features
warm ﬁne streaks that move between oxides
and fade to reddish gold, adding depth and
lightness to the interiors.
Visit Cosentino’s City Showroom at 5 Straits View, West
Tower, #01-16/17, Marina One to view the full collection.
Call 6713-9543 for an appointment.
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DISTINCTidENTITY
12 Arumugam Rd, #01-02 LTC Building B, Singapore 409958
Phone: 6846 0033
www.distinctidentity.com.sg

NEW STORE
JEB SHOWROOM
Occupying two four-storey
shophouses, it features a
breathtaking moss-covered room.
JEB group was founded as
a company specialising in
high-performance office
partitions in 1991. Today, it has
expanded its business into a
global ecosystem of innovative
solutions. It recently refurbished
its showroom in Cantonment
Road, doubling the footprint
by taking over two four-storey
shophouses to showcase its
complete offering and house the
office of its 50-odd Singapore-
based employees.
The new showroom
opening follows the launch
of JEB’s new brand logo, a
hexagon that represents its
core six services: JEB Acoustic
Partitions, JEB Furniture
Solutions, JEB Custom Projects,
JEB Architectural Finishes,
Sustainable Office Solution
(SOS) and Safe+Sound (S+S).
“Sustainability has inevitably
become a huge part of the
business. Seeing how we were
moving towards this space, we
believe it is the right time to
refresh our identity to better
demonstrate our commitment
to creating a greener working
environment,” says Paul Dingley,
managing director of JEB Group.
“Together with the launch of our
new showroom in Singapore,
we seek to further our mission
to provide innovative and
sustainable products and
TOP
The brand’s
products
showcase how
office furniture
can look chic
and trendy.
ABOVE
The moss layer
acts as a natural
soundprooﬁng
material,
rendering the
space ideal for
meetings and
decompressing.
TOP, RIGHT
Visitors to the
gallery can
ﬁnd ideas and
swatches for
modern office
furnishing.
RIGHT
Ergonomic
chairs are a
staple in offices
today.
FAR RIGHT
Examples of
JEB’s sound
insulation panels.
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text ASIH JENIE photos JEB
services tailored to meet the
varying needs of businesses in
the region.”
The new showroom features
sustainable partitions and
furniture collections designed
by JEB’s in-house team, as well
as curated collections from
industry partners that include
Vitra, Walter Knoll, Flokk,
and Sedus. Throughout the
showroom, consultation and
networking are conducted in
well-appointed settings
decked with furniture and
sustainable materials, giving
clients an immersive,
first-hand experience of the
company’s service.
The showroom and office
also feature a breathtaking
biophilic element in the form
of a literal green room. Located
at the core of the showroom,
the green room is a lightwell
and break room whose walls
are dressed in moss and both
natural and artificial plants. The
upper levels of the showroom
can view this green room
through windows, providing
them with calming glimpses of
the lush greenery.
good to
know
Established in 1991,
JEB offers acoustic
partitions, furniture
solutions and bespoke
architectural solutions.
JEB Group showroom is at
49 Cantonment Road. Visit
www.jebgroup.com and www.
jebfurniturestoresg.com for more
information.
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