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THE KITCHEN EDITION
FUSS-FREE HACKS FOR A
HIGH-PERFORMANCE KITCHEN
SPACE-SAVING TIPS FOR
THE ULTIMATE COOK ZONE
HOODS: DO YOU NEED ONE?
+ HOW TO CHOOSE
WHAT’S
COOKING
FUSS-FREE HACKS FOR A
HIGH-PERFORMANCE KITCHEN
SPACE-SAVING TIPS FOR
THE ULTIMATE COOK ZONE
HOODS: DO YOU NEED ONE?
+ HOW TO CHOOSE
WHAT’S
COOKING

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SHOPPING
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GREAT BUYS
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up of the hottest new
design products
for the home.
NEW STORE
38
HUGE ON HYGGE
Danish brand Bolia’s
ﬂagship store is
tucked away in
one of Singapore’s
quiet industrial
estates. Step in to
ﬁnd inspiration on
perfecting the art of
slow living.
HOTSPOT
40
PUBLIC
With architecture by
Herzog de
Meuron and interiors
by John Pawson,
this New York City
hotel created by
entrepreneur Ian
Schrager is an ode
to sophisticated
minimalism.
M A Y
CONTENTS
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
08
LIVING LARGE IN A
SMALL KITCHEN
Common issues
faced when designing
a kitchen and expert
tips on how to
optimise the space
efficiently.
14
ALL IN THE HOOD
Take a look at the
different types of
ventilation systems
and hoods available
before selecting one
based on your needs.
20
INSPIRING
KITCHENS
These food experts
have deck up
their unique kitchens
according to their
cooking preferences,
professions and
lifestyles.
28
10 TIPS FOR A HIGH-
PERFORMANCE
KITCHEN
Maximise your
kitchen’s potential
with these hacks.
20
Love for Cuisine
These owners go
all out to create the
perfect home kitchen.
2

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
43
SIM HAO JIE
Find out how this local
designer is using his
talents to improve
the lives of our local
community.
48
PROPERTY
Case study of a
homeowner, who
combined two HDB
units into a Jumbo ﬂat.
06
EDITOR’S NOTE
07
HD.COM.SG
42
JOIN OUR HOME-
OWNER’S CLUB
116
FINISHING NOTE
40
43
14
36
34
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86
WHERE MEMORIES
ARE MADE
This flat’s modern
luxury interior with
condominium vibes
sets the stage for
creating happy
memories for this
three-generation
family.
94
FREE-FLOWING
Architect Carla
Middleton shares how
she created a
forever family home
with a fantastic
indoor-outdoor
connection in Sydney.
52
MODERN OASIS
A blend of Art
Deco style, tropical
touches, and colonial-
era decor renews
this penthouse into
a unique home fit for
entertaining.
60
RIGHT AT HOME
What began as a
minor renovation
evolved into
something more
major in order
to realise the full
potential of the
property.
68
THE RIGHT
START
These first-time
homeowners were
mindful about their
home renovation
choices and decisions,
so that they will not
tire of the home in a
few years’ time.
76
PERFECT GESTALT
Designed to be
a relaxing space
to live and work,
this spacious East
Coast condominium
apartment features
a slew of thoughtful
and clever elements
that together is
more than the sum
of its parts.
102
FRENCH
RENAISSANCE
Restored to its
former glory while
being enhanced by
modern artworks
and design, this
chateau is an ode to
the new classic.
110
A COLORFUL
DESIGN STORY
Giacomo Giardini,
CEO of Giardini
Wallcoverings, on
how his colourful
Milan apartment
took shape.
HOMES
T H E N E W M O D E R N
M A Y
CONTENTS
on the
cover
76
Fall in love with this
home by Space Sense
Studio.
PHOTOGRAPHY
VERONICA TAY
ART DIRECTION
NONIE CHEN
86
102
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EDITOR’S NOTE
WHIP UP A STORM
Do you live to eat or eat to
live? For many Singaporeans,
food is the highlight of their
life and cooking is more than
just a chore, it is a passion.
I have had the pleasure
of visiting many homes, that
are designed with beautiful
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inspiring to see how much
these homeowners are willing
to invest in their love for
cooking. As starved for space
as we might be living on this
island, interior designers are
coming up with innovative
ideas to max out every inch
of room in the cook zone.
And even with the growing
popularity of open kitchen
concepts, there are plenty of
new products and appliances
that can help to keep your
home free of grease and smoke
when you are indulging in
your favourite pastime.
I may not be an avid cook,
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a central hub of my home,
because that’s where my family
and friends tend to end up
hanging out in when they come
over. In the modern context,
the kitchen has become more
than just a utilitarian zone. It is
a casual area, where everyone
can converge in and not be
cloistered by the formalities of a
proper sitting room. It’s a space
where I can invite my loved ones
to eat, drink and make merry.
For that reason, I placed
emphasis on looking for quality
materials and appliances that
can be easily maintained while
still looking gorgeous when I
was designing my kitchen. After
all, I don’t want to be the one
slaving away behind the stove
while everyone else is having
fun, or worrying about the
massive clean-up that needs to
be done after everyone has left.
In this edition, my team
and I serve up plenty of ideas
on how you can create your
dream kitchen, and ways to
keep it looking neat and chic.
Enjoy your read, and we will see
you in our next exciting issue.
YOUNG LIM
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF photography
ANGELA
GUO
art
direction
NONIE
CHEN

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FEATURE
LIVING LARGE IN A
SMALL KITCHEN
Common issues faced when designing a
kitchen and expert tips on how to optimise
the space efficiently.
8

An open-concept kitchen
typically comes without
separating walls, or the walls
are hacked down, leading to
lesser wall space to build the
regular top and bottom kitchen
cabinets. Opening up the walls
provides larger countertop
spaces and creates more ﬂoor
space to build kitchen islands
or a peninsula that comes with
built-in storage spaces as well.
A closed-concept kitchen is
enclosed with walls and a door.
Closed kitchens are typically
seen in kitchen layouts, such
as the basic straight kitchen
layout with one wall of storage
or a galley kitchen with two
parallel walls of cabinetry and
T
he kitchen is often
considered the heart of the
home because that’s where
family meals are prepared. Yet
it can also be a prime spot for
casual meals and interaction
for those who do not cook on a
regular basis.
With more homeowners
opting for an open kitchen
in a tight apartment layout,
it’s important to know how to
maintain the look of a neat and
well-stocked kitchen. When
planning the layout, it is essential
to ensure that you have factored
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your appliances and food, as well
as ample work surfaces for your
cooking prep.
A well-designed kitchen is
one where everything you need
is within reach when you are
cooking, helping to cut down on
the time needed to put your meals
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areas for storing perishable items,
as well as kitchen equipment that
you regularly use, like the rice
cooker or microwave, plus those
that you seldom require, like a
dough mixer or pasta machine.
“The kitchen area
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regular usage, as a result it’s also
where homeowners can expect
to see the most is the most wear
and tear,” explains Madabhushi
Varadaraj Santosh Srikanth,
Assistant Vice President,
Category, Operations and Design
of Livspace, a locally-based
home interior and renovation
company, “Do not compromise
on the quality of material and
workmanship for the sake of
a few hundred dollars. If you
cook regularly, it pays to invest
in durable and high-quality
materials for the space.”
a walkway in the middle. It
is one of the more efficient
layouts for storage and narrow
spaces, as full-height cabinets
can be easily built onto one
of the walls. Closed kitchens
are ideal for homeowners who
cook regularly, and want to
prevent grease and fumes from
entering other parts of the
home. The L- and U-shaped
kitchen layouts are variations
of this layout and offer great
amounts of storage space as
well, however, corner cabinets
have to be ﬁtted with pull-
out trays or other add-on
accessories to make full use of
the otherwise “dead space” as
they are inaccessible for users.
OPEN OR CLOSED-CONCEPT KITCHEN?
“OPEN KITCHENS
USUALLY MEAN
LESS STORAGE,
SO YOU HAVE TO
THINK A BIT MORE
CAREFULLY ON
HOW TO DESIGN
A FUNCTIONAL
KITCHEN.”
– NIAMH MACFADDEN,
CREATIVE DIRECTOR OF
MAKE ROOM
COMMON KITCHEN ISSUES
9

A carpentry kitchen, also known
as a carpenter-made kitchen is
custom-made and tailored to
fit any kitchen floor plan and
technical requirements in terms
of plumbing, gas pipes, and
even structural obstructions like
columns and beams. Everything
from the laminates to the cabinet
handles are sourced from various
suppliers before installation.
Additional hinges, racks, and
systems, such as drawer tracks,
pull-out trays, and interior
dividers have to be incorporated
separately to further optimise
the storage needs.
LACK OF COUNTERTOP SPACES
Consider the countertop prime property in your
kitchen, and filling it with bulky kitchen appliances,
such as rice cookers and air fryers, means having
less space for cooking preparation. Always
make space for a large cutting board beside the
sink before putting other appliances along the
countertop. Alternatively, you can also extend the
countertop space by having a wooden cutting
block over the sink.
CLUTTERED CUPBOARDS
A kitchen with sufficient storage
space can also be faced with
situations, where things get
messy and items are stacked
up against each other, causing
hard-to-reach areas in the inner
recesses of kitchen cabinets.
Drawers that are fitted with
organisers make it easier to
find what you need at a glance,
while deeper drawers fitted with
heavy-duty drawer tracks can
be used for cookware such as
pots and pans that come in
various sizes.
INEFFECTIVE STORAGE
SPACES
Poorly planned storage
compartments can lead to a lot
of wasted space. When planning
the layout of your kitchen
cabinets, start by sorting out
the appliances that are regularly
used from those that are seldom
utilised. Small items, such as
cutlery and cups, should be
stored in a drawer close to the
dining area, while items that are
seldom used can be stored along
the top cabinets. Appliances that
see regular usage can be stowed
under the counter or kept in a
cupboard for easy access. Open
shelves are ideal for display
areas to make the kitchen feel
spacious and inviting.
photo
ZUHNE
A modular kitchen offers
ergonomically planned and
pre-fabricated machine-made
modules from ranging lengths
and customisable heights that
come with up to 25 years of
guarantee and warranty. As
they come in modular units
designed with various storage
requirements, it is easier to
assemble and reassemble the
modules based on the different
kitchen workflow requirements,
allowing for a fuss-free process
to replace or upgrade any
cabinet without having to make
any major renovations.
OPTIMISING STORAGE BETWEEN CARPENTRY AND
MODULAR KITCHENS
10

DISHWARE
Consolidate all of your dishware, from
plates, bowls, and even your champagne
glasses in one tall unit with customised
shelves and drawers. Or you could also
place an adjustable peg system by Hipvan
($29.90) in your drawers to organise your
plates and bowls easily by repositioning to
reconﬁgure the pegs anytime.
photo
SIEMATIC
KITCHEN
APPLIANCES
A cleverly designed
pocket sliding door
or roll-up cabinet
cover hides kitchen
appliances when
they are not in use.
ID
MAKE-ROOM
photo
HIPVAN
BEFORE
EMBARKING
ON A KITCHEN
RENOVATION,
HERE ARE SOME
IMPORTANT
CONSIDERATIONS
THAT INTERIOR
SPECIALISTS WANT
HOMEOWNERS TO
THINK ABOUT:
objects are kept away from
open surfaces when not
in use. Replace chemical
detergents and cleaners with
non-toxic versions and keep
them out of reach from infants
and toddlers. For seniors,
building more drawers that
are at waist-level will help
to ease the kneeling and
stretching movements when
reaching for items.
Any hobbies and
occasional items to
account for?
Today, we see more
homeowners playing the role
of a weekend baker, barista,
or even pastry chef. Some are
even running a food business
from home, where a range of
additional speciﬁc equipment
and tools need to be properly
stowed away. Families that
host dinner parties regularly
may also need separate
storage solutions to hold
entertainment items, such as
extra serving utensils, trays,
and even disposable wares.
Make a checklist of the things
you have to see where they
should go when the kitchen
reno is completed.
Your cooking habits
First-time homeowners
need to identify the
kinds of cooking that will
be done, as well as the
frequency and amount
of food that’s ususally
prepared. These affect
how and where the storage
areas should be to facilitate
the cooking process.
Who will be using the
kitchen?
Members of the family
should have easy access to
the kitchen, but ensuring
their safety in the functional
zone is also important.
Consider appliances that
come with child-safe locks
and ensure that sharp
SMART STORAGE
ESSENTIALS
Get inspired with these smart storage solutions for
everything that you will need in your kitchen.
11

CLEANING SUPPLIES
Don’t let any bit of space go
to waste, not even the dead
spaces around your sink. All of
your cleaning sprays and reﬁlls
ﬁt perfectly here.
OCCASIONAL ITEMS
Back-up consumable products,
large occasional items like baking
equipment items, and party ware
can be stored in a bottom drawer,
which is functional as a stepping
storage box by Song Cho for you to
reach for items at a higher level.
SINK ACCESSORIES
Wash food items effortlessly with strainer bowls that
go over your sink, freeing up the kitchen countertop
space. A silicone pad is a must-have to place any wet
dishes temporarily while prepping your food on the
bamboo chopping board. Keep all the sink accessories
efficiently in an all-in ($549) set by Franke.
ID
MU-DIAN
photo
SONG
CHO
photo
FRANKE
Look out for a multi-use
Anywhere Tension Organiser
by Hipvan ($49.90) that stores
a range of kitchen essentials,
from cooking utensils,
cutleries, dish towel, and even
condiments too.
TIP
KITCHEN
KNIVES
Mount your
kitchen knife
rack on your
backsplash,
it frees up
countertop
space while
allowing for
quick access to
the knives that
you often use.
All while drying
and ventilating
them in
between use.
ID
ARCADIA
DESIGN
photo
HIPVAN
12

Opt for space-saving
and stackable cookware
sets ($539) that come
with removable handles
by Tefal to keep away
when not in use.
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SEASONINGS
CONDIMENTS
An alternative
to having a slim
spice rack drawer
is this pull-down
spice rack by
Song Cho that
can be tucked
right next to your
kitchen hood.
Have all of your
seasonings and
condiments right
at your eye level
when you are
in the middle of
cooking.
CUTLERY
With a proper
inner divider
system by
Blum in place,
everyone,
including
your guests
can ﬁnd the
cutlery that
they need in
its dedicated
compartment
at a glance.
Otherwise,
get an IKEA
AVSTEG
kitchen utensil
rack (from
$3.90) that is
well-ventilated
for any wet
cutlery.
DISH DRYING RACK
Rather than having a dish drying
rack that hangs over your head,
how about one that you can pull
down manually? Additionally, you
can also enjoy the electronic drying
and UV sterilisation features in this
dish drying rack by Song Cho too.
photo
SONG
CHO
COOKWARE
Store large and mismatched pots and pans in
drawers that come with heavy-duty drawer tracks,
or make use of a smart corner cabinet pull-out
system by Hafele.
photo
BLUM
photo
IKEA
KITCHEN UTENSILS
With many essential kitchen
tools from measuring cups,
food peelers, scissors, and
a pot stand, having a free-
standing IKEA UPPFYLLD
holder ($7.90) removes
any possible mess on the
countertop while you are
in the middle of preparing
your food.
photo
IKEA
photo
HAFELE
WASTE
For a more sustainable
lifestyle, integrate the IKEA
HÅLLBAR waste sorting
bins (from $12.90) near
your sink, where you can
separate food waste from
recyclable items.
photo
IKEA
photo
SONG
CHO
photo
TEFAL
13

A
s one of the key pieces
of equipment in your
kitchen, choosing
the right kitchen exhaust
system that works for your
cooking habits is important.
With advancements in
kitchen exhaust technology,
homeowners are spoilt for
choice when it comes to
picking out the ideal solution.
design
PETER
OW
The variety ranges from
conventional wall mounted
hoods, to ceiling mounted
shafts, retractable panels and
downdraft hoods. While its
main purpose is to circulate
the air in the kitchen and
filter out smoke and grease, a
quality exhaust system should
also blend seamlessly into the
design of the space.
FEATURE
ALL IN THE
HOOD
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ventilation systems and hoods available
before selecting one based on your needs.
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INTO THE TUBE
Wow your guests at the next
home gathering with a bold,
futuristic, and stunning tubular
island hood. The tubular design
looks fantastic from any angle,
allowing you more ﬂexibility
with its positioning in an open
kitchen. Designed to be placed
near the dining area, this hood
also features a low noise level
at 50 dB (akin to the sound of
a normal rainfall) so it won’t
interrupt your conversations.
Teka CC 485 Tubular Island Hood is on
sale at $2,490 from www.teka-sg.com
ON THE CEILING
Ceiling-mounted
hoods go hand in
hand with a kitchen
island cooking
setup. It replaces
the need for an
additional pendant
lamp, as most
hoods come with
built-in illumination.
Mounted in an open
area, an island hood
requires a higher
extraction rate.
AVANT GARDE
Bold in form and sleek in
design, Gaggenau’s Black
ceiling-mounted hood is
paired with the induction hob.
When in operation, it descends
quietly to get closer to the
stove to effectively extract
any odour and grease. The
rectangular design also helps
to visually extend the look of
the counter by drawing the
eye upwards.
Gaggenau AC270101 Ceiling
Ventilation 200 Series retails at $12,820
(inclusive of GST), and is available from
Bosch Experience Centre and selected
kitchen dealers.
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GAGGENAU
HANGING OUT
For kitchen island layouts, a pendant island
hood, like the one from Rinnai, doubles up in
function as a pendant lamp, while keeping
the air ventilated and puriﬁed. Designed to
resemble a pendant lamp, homeowners can
also add extra units for a symmetrical look.
Rinnai Plasma Island Pendant Hood retails at $1,550
(excluding GST), from authorised retailers - City Energy,
Azora, and Weiken.
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WALL-MOUNTED
Installed above the
kitchen hob and
directly on the wall,
kitchen hoods that
are wall-mounted
tend to be larger
and take up a
significant amount
of space. Wall-
mounted hoods are
typically intended
as an eye-catching
focal point in the
kitchen.
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FUJIOH
GRADIENT GLAM
Angled hoods are designed to
make an impactful statement
with their vertically inclined
shape, as opposed to the
conventionally shaped chimneys
lined horizontally in kitchens.
Stylish and sleek looks aside,
its novel angled hood design
enables the hood to be
positioned lower and closer
to the hob at 445 mm height
distance, maximising the
absorption of cooking fumes.
Fujioh FR-SC2090 R/V retails at $1,898,
available from Fujioh’s official online stores
on Lazada and Shopee, or any of Fujioh’s
authorised dealers.
Franke Smart Deco Hood retails at $1,533, from
frankehomesolutionssg.store
FUN LOVING
If you are all for creating a vibrant and
lively energy in your kitchen, then you will
need a cooker hood that is beyond the
standard stainless steel look. Consider a
kitchen hood that comes in a unique
shape and interesting colourways that
you can have lots of fun selecting from.
Designed in a special truncated cone
shape, and in seven playful colours, the
Franke Smart Deco Hood will add a
whimsical touch to your kitchen.
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BEST IN GLASS
What better way to match your
glass kitchen backsplash than
to go for a glass chimney hood
as well? As a highly-versatile
material widely used in every
part of the home, glass hoods
allow light to penetrate through
while creating an airy feeling
in your kitchen. A simple
wipe-down on the glass is all
you need to keep it clear and
sparkling again.
EDGY ELEGANCE
Fancy a chic chimney hood
that never goes out of style?
The sophisticated and elegantly
designed chimney hood by
Bertazzoni is cleverly contrasted
with edgy angles that project
fierce style and finesse. Choose
from matte ivory and glossy
black finishing to complement
your modern contemporary
kitchen.
Tecno Tempered
Glass Designer
Chimney Cooker
Hood KA 9688
retails at $1,298
from www.tecno.sg
Bertazzoni
KR70HER1ADA
Heritage Series
hood is available
at $2,988 from
the Bertazzoni
showroom.
VICTORIAN VIBES
We are all familiar with chimney hoods, but
a traditional-looking hood is less common in
contemporary homes. Do you fancy a classic
Victorian-style kitchen with shaker-style
cabinets, vintage faucets, and gold-plated
hardware with intricate engravings? A
traditional chimney hood will exude opulence
and Victorian vibes. You will also find a classic
silver handlebar as one of the finishing touches
in a traditional chimney-style hood.
Smeg Victoria Hood
retails for $2,380, at
Smeg’s showroom and
www.smegshop.sg
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TECNO
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BERTAZZONI
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Obro HD2 Kompakt is available at
$2,699 from Obro’s showroom.
FANCY SCHMANCY
With a press of a
button, you will unveil
the hidden downdraft
extractor. Retractable
downdraft extractors
are gaining traction in
residential homes due to
their revolutionary and
state-of-the-art design.
Downdraft extractors
like the one from Obro
are compact and space-
saving, as they will only
get activated when in use.
ON THE
COUNTERTOP
You can opt for
a countertop
extractor, as long as
there is sufficient
kitchen countertop
space. A countertop
hood will come as a
handy option when
you do not have any
wall spaces left.
They come in the
form of retractable
downdraft system,
or an integrated
cooktop panel.
Allure Duo HoriZones Induction Integrated
Hood (DPI7888BH) is retailing at $6,770 from
De Dietrich’s authorised retailers and dealers.
TOP NOTCH
A cooktop hood is a two-in-one
appliance seamlessly integrated
with the cooker hob. Cleverly
positioned in the middle of the
cooking zones, the integrated
hood is optimised to extract and
draw off any cooking vapour and
fumes instantly and effectively.
As the fumes are expected to be
drawn from the get-go, a tabletop
extractor prevents the unpleasant
fumes from rising and spreading.
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DE
DIETRICH
K ITCH E N H OOD
CON S I DE R ATION S
When deciding on
the hood or exhaust
system for your
kitchen, consider these
three key factors - the
way air is drawn up
(circulation), cleaned
(filtration), and the
speed of the hood’s
suction (extraction).
Circulation
Recycling hoods, also
known as ductless hoods,
are the standard kitchen
hoods used in apartments
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grease in smoke and
steam, removing odours
before recirculating
clean air in your kitchen,
while a ventilation hood
or a ducted hood has
additional ductwork
installed to push the
fumes out of the unit.
DUCTED DUCTLESS
Air is filtered
and vented out
Air is filtered
and recirculated
Filtration
All kitchen hoods are
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are typically made of
aluminum or stainless
steel, and are present in
all hoods to remove any
grease particles from
cooking fumes and steam.
Ductless hoods
require additional carbon
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TUCKED UNDER
Appropriately fitted on the
underside of your top cabinets,
a slimline or semi-integrated
hood provides the full functions
of a kitchen hood while adding a
subtle presence in black glass or
stainless steel designs. Accessing
the control buttons is fuss-free,
as they are located right on the
front panel. You can also go for
a telescopic hood option that
extend the extraction surface,
simply by sliding the drawer out.
UNDER THE
CABINETS
For tight kitchen
spaces, having
sufficient cabinet
storage is key,
and that is where
a built-in slim
hood comes in.
Slimline hoods and
integrated hoods
have a much smaller
footprint, which can
be nicely installed
under the cabinets.
OUT OF SIGHT
A minimalist would love the
idea of having a fully integrated
kitchen hood, where the kitchen
hood is completely concealed
in your upper cabinets and
achieves a clean kitchen look. It
looks just like your top cabinet,
but an integrated inserted
kitchen hood often comes with a
retractable panel for the button
controls, or have the controls
seamlessly integrated with the
hood panel.
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STUDIO
VA-VA-VOOM
Expect an explosion of
striking patterns that are
Sicilican-inspired in the
collab ‘Divina Cucina’
collection by the Italian
appliances and luxury
fashion brands of Smeg
and Dolce Gabbana,
which debuted at Milan
Design Week 2018.
Translated to mean
divine cuisine in English,
the collection in Divina
Cucina features a series
of kitchen appliances,
including a Victorian-style
range cooker, chimney
hood, and fridge, all
of which come in two
unique design variants.
The bold red and
orange traditional motif
pattern is inspired by the
representation of puppet
theatres and handpainted
carts in Sicily, with the
use of folklore symbols
and decorative plant and
floral motifs. On the blue
and white design variant,
you will find the majolica
print typically seen
in traditional ceramic
decorations, featuring a
painted ancient temple
in the middle of the
hood. Both of the iconic
designs are works of art
presented on selected
kitchen appliances.
The ‘Made in Italy’
project first started in
2016 with the ‘Sicily is
my love’ collection also
centered around the
Sicilian-styled patterns
and designs.
The Divina Cucina
collection is intended
to be in a complete set,
but you can still make a
statement just by opting
for the va-va-voom hood.
smells, and smoke, before
reintroducing clean air back
to the kitchen.
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be cleaned and changed
regularly to optimise the
hood’s performance, consider
how easy it will be for you
to remove them for regular
maintenance.
Extraction
A rule of thumb when
selecting the extraction rate
in exhaustion mode for your
kitchen hood, will be to
multiply the volume of your
kitchen (in sqm) by 10. An
example would be a regular-
sized kitchen of four by three
metres with a standard height
of 2.6m, multiplied by 10,
would come up to 312 m³. This
means that your cooker hood
will require an extraction rate
of 312 m³/h or more to ensure
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When selecting your
kitchen hood, remember to
take into account the kitchen
layout, the design of your
kitchen, as well as the size of
the kitchen hob. A kitchen
hood should extend 10cm over
the countertop from the edge of
the kitchen hob.
With the various kitchen
hood models and designs
that are readily available,
homeowners will be able to
decide where they want the
kitchen hood to be installed -
on the wall or ceiling, under
the cabinets, or even on the
countertop.
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ĆőΎŉĩĢőĂäłŅĆÚäűŉĆàä͡HΎàŉÁű
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ĂäŅġĩġĆŰĆùűĩŖÚĩĩėĩĢÁ
àÁĆěűÙÁŉĆŉ͠Ό
Chef Alberto
Simillides
designed the
kitchen of
Proud Potato
Peeler in
the style of
Mediterranean
homes. Next
to him is a
high heat
pizza oven
imported
from Britain.
RIGHT
Alberto and
his team
painted and
set up the
private dining
space for
Proud Potato
Peeler.
21

FOR ALBERTO, THE HEART
OF THE HOME SETTING IS A
MEDITERRANEAN INSPIRED
KITCHEN WITH APRICOT
COLOURED WALLS.
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ŉÁőŅĆÙŖőäőĩĂĆŉúŅÁĢàġĩőĂäŅ͡
ĩĢäĩùέ€ŅĩŖàέ€ĩőÁőĩ€ääěäŅΎŉ
ÚŅäÁőĆĩĢŉĆŉłĩőÁőĩłĆäŉūĆőĂ
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έ
TOP LEFT
The special high
heat oven is
used to ﬁre up
all the pizzas.
TOP MIDDLE
One of the
pantry walls is
adorned with a
poster of pop
art by
American
artist Roy
Lichtenstein
for a gritty
urban vibe.
TOP RIGHT
Earthy tones
were chosen
for the
tableware. The
table is lined
with kraft
paper in the
style of
Mediterranean
eateries.
LEFT
Guests of
Proud Potato
Peeler can
lounge at this
Instagrammable
corner.
22

FOR HIS MODERN KITCHEN, CHEF
WU SI HAN CHOSE NATURAL MATERIALS
LIKE WOOD ALONG WITH EARTHY AND
NEUTRAL COLOURS.
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GAGGENAU
SINGAPORE
CONTEMPORARY HIGH
TECH KITCHEN
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έ
BELOW
Chef Wu Si Han
wanted a layout
that worked
both for him as
a professional
chef and for his
mother, a home
cook.
BOTTOM LEFT
Herbs and spices
are stored above
the cooktop.
BOTTOM RIGHT
The Gaggenau’s
CV282 induction
cooktop has an
integrated ventilator
in the centre.
23

MINIMALIST KITCHEN
έ
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ABOVE
The couple buy
tableware in
natural,
earthy tones.
ABOVE RIGHT
Chef Tryson
Quek and
bartender
Bannie Kang
pictured with
their pets
Kola and
Gunbam,
are the
founders of
private dining
concept
Side Door.
24

TRYSON QUEK AND BANNIE
KANG WANTED A MINIMALIST
LOOK FOR THEIR HOME AND
KITCHEN SPACE.
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LEFT
Chef Quek
keeps his dry
ingredients on
the shelf just
above the
kitchen sink.
BOTTOM
The home is
ﬂooded with
natural light in
the day time
25

MODERN PERANAKAN
KITCHEN
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ABOVE
The apartment has a
wide window space
so Kee added white
wooden blinds to lend
a charming vibe.
26

GRACE KEE FOUNDED HER PRIVATE
DINING VENTURE TO OFFER GUESTS
BOTH TRADITIONAL AND MODERN
INTERPRETATIONS OF HER
PERANAKAN DISHES.
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őĂäĂĩŖŉä͠Ό
Grace Kee
chef-
owner of
Good
Graces
OPPOSITE
TOP LEFT
The apartment
has a wide
window space
so Grace added
white wooden
blinds to lend a
charming vibe.
OPPOSITE
TOP RIGHT
For tableware,
she prefers using
white plates and
bowls. But to
complement
them, she uses
some old retro
crockery from
her grandma.
OPPOSITE
BOTTOM
After dinner,
guests can
unwind on a
huge sofa set
and try Grace’s
karaoke system
in the living
room.
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FEATURE
10 TIPS
FOR A HIGH-
PERFORMANCE
KITCHEN
Maximise your kitchen’s potential with these easy hacks.

DESIGN
ARTISTROOMW
INSTALL A COOKER HOOD
INSTEAD OF AN EXTRACTOR
FAN FOR BETTER AIR QUALITY
Consider installing a cooker hood
instead of an extractor fan for better
air quality when space is at a premium.
These days, cooker hoods can do double
duty with superior extractor functions
and are easier to install rather than
extractor fans which require hacking.
BOSCH’s Series 8 wall-mounted
cooker hood (DWK98PR60B) is an
excellent example, with a remarkable
extraction power of 964m3/h and a
grease ﬁltration of over 85 per cent.
Its PerfectAir sensor also offers
automatic extractor control for high
performance with low noise. When
you’ve ﬁnished cooking, the fan
continues to run until the kitchen air
is fresh and clear.
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DESIGN
ARTISTROOM
CUT DOWN ON FOOD WASTE BY
KEEPING THEM IN VACUUM CONTAINERS
AND ZIPPER BAGS
We’ve all been there, you only need half a lemon
for a recipe, and you’re not sure what to do with
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much chicken when someone tells you they’re
not coming back for dinner. Sure, you can keep
them in a plastic container, but chances are
these may go bad before you get around to using
them. To cut down on wastage, why not store
them in vacuum containers or zipper bags?
The lack of oxygen will help preserve them for
longer, not to mention more hygienically.
Not only can BOSCH’s Hand blender
ErgoMixx (MS6CB61V5) be used for
processing smoothies and soups, the useful
appliance has a fresh vacuum system to
keep food (and leftovers) fresh for longer.
All that’s required is to attach the vacuum
pump to the hand blender with a simple
click, allowing you to preserve fresh food,
leftovers or snacks in vacuum containers
and zipper bags.
USE YOUR MICROWAVE
EFFICIENTLY BY REHEATING
FOOD PROPERLY
Enjoy your leftovers and cut down
on reheating disasters by learning
how to reheat food properly. For
example, when reheating pizza or
baked goods, place a cup of water
in the microwave next to them,
adding moisture to the air and
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for pasta, before you hit the power
button, shape it into a doughnut
shape. Having a hole in the middle
will stop it from burning around
the perimeter while staying ice cold
in the middle. If you’re reheating
bread, drape the rolls or buns with a
moist paper towel before setting the
microwave to a low-power setting.
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GET A SELF-CLEANING OVEN AND
USE IT CORRECTLY
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shouldn’t be questioned, but it’s essential to understand how
it works and saves time and energy.
Self-cleaning ovens use high heat to break down
and burn up food remnants and built-up grease, so avoid
potential foul odours and smoke by removing any visible
pieces of food or liquids before turning on the heat.
Extra-heavy insulation helps the oven reach high
temperatures during a self-cleaning cycle, reducing the
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savings can be realised by running the self-cleaning
function right after cooking so that heat already built up and
retained is also used as part of the cleaning process.
The BOSCH Series 8 built-in oven (HBG6764S6B)
has a Pyrolytic self-cleaning, which automatically cleans
the oven without the need for chemicals. Once the oven
has cooled down, simply wipe out the bit of ash, and
you’re done.
STORE YOUR EVERYDAY
INGREDIENTS CORRECTLY
IN YOUR FRIDGE
If your ketchup smells funky or the
dates are mouldy, you are likely storing
them wrongly. Especially in our hot
and humid climate, some everyday
ingredients must be put away in the
fridge or freezer to keep well.
Condiments that contain very
high levels of acidity, sugar, or salt
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condiments, like mustard, mayonnaise,
ketchup, and maple syrup, should be
kept in the refrigerator.
Nuts and seeds may look hardy, but
when introduced to oxygen, heat, and
light, they can quickly begin to spoil.
An excellent place to ensure
the longevity of your groceries
is BOSCH’s Series 6 with French
doors and a bottom freezer
(KFN96APEAG). This appliance
has a VitaFresh XXL 0°C
feature, which keeps food fresh
for longer in extra-large climate-
controlled fridge drawers. It also
has a Metal Backwall with Multi
Airﬂow, which prevents uneven
cooling in your fridge.
To avoid this, transfer them into an
airtight container and place them
in the fridge as soon as possible.
Extend the same treatment to dates
and other dried fruits.
MAINTAIN YOUR WOODEN KITCHEN ACCESSORIES
Wooden spoons and cutting board add a touch of rustic charm and
aesthetic quality to any kitchen, as well as an excellent background
for taking those pictures for social media. But remember to keep
your wooden kitchen accessories looking and performing well and
bacteria-free by spending some time maintaining them.
For wooden spoons, don’t ever stick them into a dishwasher.
Instead, boil them in a pot of water regularly, then leave them lying
in the sun to dry. When it comes to cutting boards, scrub the wooden
surface with coarse salt and massage with half a lemon. Once a
month, condition it by scrubbing it with food-grade mineral oil.
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LEARN HOW TO MODIFY RECIPES
FOR INDUCTION HOBS
While induction won’t make your food
cook faster, it does heat cookware
placed on its “cooking zones” evenly
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little to no downtime between actual
cooking, resulting in you running
around or overcooking your food if
you’re trying to chop, prep, and dig for
spices while the cooktop is doing its
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prep before you even turn on your hob.
BOSCH’s Series 4 induction hob
(PUE611BB5J) requires 3kW, which
is suitable for HDB ﬂats. Its Power
Boost allows up to 35 per cent faster
heating and helps you get quick
and easy meals on the table even
quicker. The Quick Start function
also detects where you have placed
the cookware, and after switching
it on, it automatically selects the
corresponding cooking zone on the
control interface.
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BUY MULTI-FUNCTIONAL
APPLIANCES TO MINIMISE
STORAGE
When space is at a premium, invest in
appliances, which can be used in many
ways. Bonus points if they look great,
so you can even display them on your
kitchen counter.
BOSCH’s Kitchen machine
(MUM59340GB) ticks off all these
boxes. A powerful kitchen machine
with an award-winning design, the
MUM5 is a real all-rounder and easy
to use. Its extremely powerful 1.000-
watt motor makes it suitable even
for very heavy doughs. Furthermore,
it ensures perfect baking results
with its professional patisserie set
of a high-quality whisk, stirrer and
kneading hook. The machine is also
highly versatile due to a wide range
of accessories, including an ice-
cream maker, grain mill, multi mixer,
cookie attachment, meat grinder,
mixer and more.
ORGANISE YOUR STORAGE SO EVERYTHING IS WITHIN REACH
We’ve all been culprits of buying more spices and sauces, baking
ingredients and condiments, using them once and forgetting all about
them. Whether in the fridge or cupboard, it’s often a case of out-of-
sight, out of mind.
Stop this wasteful and uneconomical habit by organising your
items on a turntable. You can also place a regular turntable in the
fridge to provide easier access to your bottles of sauces or jams. Pull-
out bins are also heaven-sent so that you can stack your items all the
way to the back yet have them within easy reach. Clear organiser bins
with handles are handy for freeing up the produce drawer, while their
handles make it super easy to take them in and out.
CLEAN CROCKERY AND POTS MORE
HYGIENICALLY WITH A DISHWASHER
Dishwashers use much hotter water to wash
dishes, killing most of the bacteria that could
grow on your dirty dishes. While dishwashers
are not free of bacteria, which are found near the
rubber sealing around the dishwasher parts, this
bacterium is not the least bit harmful to humans.
Washing dishes by hand has far more bacteria
because it lives on the rag, sponge or towel you
use repeatedly.
BOSCH’s Series 8 free-standing
dishwasher (SMS8YCI01E) with its Hygiene
Plus Option ensures the highest standard of
hygienic cleaning. For families with young
children or allergy sufferers, where an
antibacterial clean is particularly important,
this feature increases and sustains the rinsing
temperature to 70°C for 10 minutes to remove
remaining bacteria.
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DESIGN
THREE-D
CONCEPTWERKE
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TRENDING
2
1. EKRAR hat
and coat stand
(white), $34.90,
from Ikea.
2.ClassiCon
Nymphenburg,
$5,080,
from www.
spacefurniture.
com.sg
MAKE A STAND
Tired of rummaging through piles
of clothes strewn all over the room?
These elegant stands will help keep
your key essentials in order. Not only
are they great for the entranceway,
these elevated beauties can also be
placed in the bedroom or any space
that could do with some tidying up.
EXHIBITION OF THE MONTH
What: The National
Museum of Singapore’s
ﬁrst purpose-built
dedicated social
space for seniors in
a local museum, in
partnership with Lien
Foundation.
The space, which
comprises a cafe and
an activity space, was
conceptualised as
part of a collaboration
between both
organisations to
support the health and
well-being of seniors,
including those living
with mild cognitive
impairment and
dementia. The activity
space features a
group activity area, an
immersive projection
cave, a Quiet Room,
and music booths,
to encourage group
activity during
the museum’s
programmes for
seniors and also
enhance their
museum-visiting
experience.
Admission is free
For more
information, visit
www.nhb.gov.sg/
nationalmuseum or
the National
Museum’s Facebook
and Instagram
pages.
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3
4
3. Bamboo
Clothes Hanger,
$49, from www.
starliving.com.sg
4. Living Divani
Ceiba, from
$3,765, from
www.
spacefurniture.
com.sg
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Gangzai trays retail from $56, and are available
from the Journey East showroom as well as online at
https://journeyeast.com
Perfect your flatlay game on your social
media posts with these adorable trays
from French design brand Gangzai.
Inspired by 19th-century illustrations,
surrealist imagery, as well as a healthy dose
of humour, these trays serve up plenty of
fierce style and vintage-inspired aesthetic
that will definitely get you the attention
your home deserves. Best in a group
setting, get trays of different sizes and
shapes for an uber-cool layered effect.
SUPER SPREAD
The Ripple Beam
retails for $8,743
each, while the Crest
Cascade pendant
retails for $6,411 each,
both available from
www.curiousa.co.uk
LIGHT
FANTASTIC
Looking for a contemporary
chandelier to match your sleek
interiors? You’ll want to take
a look at Curiousa’s Wave
chandelier, designed by brand
founder Esther Patterson. The
sculptural lit forms making up
the Wave include Curiousa’s
horizontal Ripple Beams
alongside vertical Crest
Cascade pendants. Each piece
intersects with the other creating
a feeling of effortless interplay
and suspension. The textures
and colours are reminiscent
of weathered glass found on a
sea shore. To create this sea-
worn feel, each glass element
is carefully shaped by hand,
then part sand-blasted. Its
customisable nature means you
can combine as many beams and
pendants as you wish to create
your own unique Wave.
Consider Aesop’s latest fragrance the ‘AI of scents’
since it was conceived based on an imaginary
landscape. Rich, warm and spicy middle notes are
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to create a mesmerising and enchanting fragrance,
which works just as well when used to scent up your
room as it does on your body.
SURREAL SENSUAL
Aesop
Gloam retails
for $255, and is
available from
Aesop stores
and online at
www.aesop.
com/sg
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PIETRA KODE GRIGIO
Leading producer of sustainable
surfaces Cosentino launched its
Italian-inspired ultracompact stone
collection for Dekton, designed by
architect Daniel Germani. Pietra
Kode reinterprets the timeless
beauty of three classic Italian stones:
Vicenza, Travertine and Ceppo di
Gre. Each of these antique natural
stones is decoded and then recoded
within three Dekton concrete series,
enhancing their properties and the
many possibilities for architecture
and design. From the Vicenza
The Fallen chandelier retails for $1,490
and is available from the
Journey East showroom.
FALLEN FROM
GRACE
Add a tinge of cosy gothic elegance to
your den with the Fallen chandelier, a
wireless rechargeable lamp designed
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by 19th-century Thonet classic curves,
this object projects poetic imagery
with its attention-grabbing silhouette
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of ambient illumination to create an
intimate atmosphere.
TILE OF
THE MONTH
Kode series, Grigio boasts a grey
colour scheme and warm nuances.
Grigio draws its inspiration from
Grigio Alpi, made popular by the
Renaissance architect Andrea
Palladio, who used it in his villas
and palaces in the Veneto region.
It blends perfectly with creams,
woods and taupe colours.
Pietra Kode Grigio can be viewed at the
Cosentino City Showroom, located at 5 Straits
View, West Tower, #01-16/17 Marina One. Call
6990-5896 for an appointment.
Elevate your personal cleansing
experience with Herbal Pharm’s
artisanal Royal Arabian Nights
soap. Handmade in Turkey, the soap
comprises natural ingredients, such as
olive and laurel oil, as well as a blend of
Oriental essential oils extracted from
ambergris, musk, saffron and rose. The
combination promises to moisturise
your skin, leaving you with a smooth
ﬁnish and a delicate aroma.
SUDS-SATIONAL
The Royal Arabian Nights soap retails
for $40, and is available from www.
herbalpharm.com.sg
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EDITOR’S
CHOICE
SMART AUTO-CLEAN
If you’re worried about the air
quality inside your home, you’ll
be glad to know that cleaning
expert Speco recently launched
the world’s first smart sanitiser and
air purifier designed for residential
interiors as well as offices. The
Speco+ Ion combines several air
purification technologies into one,
such as ultraviolet light purification,
ionic clusters and carbon-filtering
for germs and volatile organic
compounds. Built-in sensors monitor
the air quality, while working to filter
out impurities and sanitise the room.
The Speco+ Ion retails for $850, and is
available from the Speco Singapore showroom
as well as online at www.speco.sg
CHEERS TO THAT
Samsung unveiled the new Bespoke
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freestanding products – a wine cellar,
fridge, and freezer, featuring timeless
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storage appliance designed for serious
collectors. Think triple-glazed glass
door to prevent UV light from damaging
the wine, natural wood racks crafted
from natural oak wood that reduces
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discrete temperature zones and enough
space for storing up to 101 bottles of
your cherished tipple.
The Samsung Bespoke Infinite Line Wine
Cellar retails for $13,000, and is available from
www.samsung.com/sg/bespoke-infinite-line
THINK HEALTHY
Show your support for mental health with
Thermos’ latest local design for its Make Life
Better series, depicting artistic expressions
of hope and optimism in shades of calming
pastels with gold accents. Comprising a one-
push tumbler, mug with handle and lid, and
food jar with folding spoon, The heartwarming
designs are conceived by three artists from the
Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH).
The Local Design series
is exclusively available in
Singapore, and retails from
$49 for a mug with handle
and lid, all available from
Thermos’ E-commerce
websites. Visit www.thermos.
com.sg for more information.
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NEW STORE
HUGE ON HYGGE
Danish brand Bolia’s flagship store is tucked away in
one of Singapore’s quiet industrial estates. Step in to
find inspiration on perfecting the art of slow living.
S
ingapore’s fast-paced
living standards mean
there aren’t many spaces
on the island where one can
escape from the bustle to take
a breather. Yet that’s exactly
what Danish label Bolia hopes
to achieve with its new home
here. Located amidst the rolls
of cold-looking industrial
complexes along Henderson
road, Bolia’s showroom stands
out like a rose among the
thorns with its calming palette
and soft lighting.
Managed by Danish
Collection, the local showroom
showcases the best of Danish
design, aimed at inculcating
the philosophy of taking
time out from the day to be
surrounded by things you love
and enjoying the more subtle
pleasures in life.
Homeowners can find a
treasure trove of beautifully-
crafted furniture and home
accessories inspired by the
the New Scandinavian Design
movement. It’s one where
emphasis is paid to natural and
sustainable materials, along
with clean lines, comfort and
sleek aesthetics.
The white walls of the
Plenty of space
for roaming
around in at the
new flagship
store.
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ABOVE
Bolia offers
everything from
furniture to
diningware, textiles
and lighting.
TOP
The glass-clad
entrance makes for
a warm welcome.
RIGHT
Settle into any
of Bolia’s comfy
pieces here.
good to
know
Bolia’s strict
sustainability
guidelines mean
you can shop with
assurance that no
harm has being done
to the earth.
Bolia is located at 215 Henderson
Road. Visit www. https://www.
bolia.com for more information.
showroom create an ideal
backdrop for bringing
together the earthy tones and
sensual textures of the goods
on display. Cement screed
industrial floors are swathed
in woven rugs, creating
ambient spaces for the groups
of beige sofas and wooden
chairs and tables. Hanging
pendant lights charm with
their soft organic shapes,
reflecting the tender curves of
silhouettes all around.
Laid out across the
showroom are delightful
ideas on ways to embrace the
art of slow living. Handmade
diningware mix with other
artisanal creations and quaint
details, forcing one to stop
and take another look in
order to appreciate their
thoughtful designs.
Exasperated with the
non-stop nature of your
day? Perhaps it’s a good time
to head down to Bolia this
weekend, and get lost among
its stylish offerings. It helps
that the showroom is also
located close to a handful
of other furniture stores,
allowing you to make the
most out of your day in the
vicinity.
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HOT SPOT
T
he Big Apple is home to
a huge number of hotels,
but this address offers
something different. Nestled
in a building designed by
renowned Swiss studio Herzog
de Meuron, PUBLIC redefines
luxury, focusing on experience
rather than price point. As a
starting point, entrepreneur
Ian Schrager — who conceived
of the project — was interested
in democratising luxury and
adapting to new lifestyles.
“Times change, people change,
culture changes,” he says.
PUBLIC
With architecture by Herzog de
Meuron and interiors by John Pawson,
this New York City hotel created by
entrepreneur Ian Schrager is an ode to
sophisticated minimalism.
Not only a place to lay one’s
head, PUBLIC aims to create
emotions for discerning and
cosmopolitan travelers
through its interior design by
John Pawson.
Contained within a Donald
Judd and Anish Kapoor-
inspired enclosure, the iconic
entranceway escalator with
reflective, custom copper-
colored stainless steel creates an
infinity lighting effect.
Once inside the hotel, the
presence of several public areas
— with free and fast Wi-Fi —
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ABOVE
All the dining
establishments
in the hotel offer
a different look.
ABOVE RIGHT
Warm, earthy
tones are used
for the rooms
in the hotel,
adding a cosy
ambiance to the
resting areas.
BELOW
The stunning
copper-clad
escalators in
the entranceway.
OPPOSITE
Subdued
lighting and
elegant touches
give this hotel
a modern
and sleek
atmosphere.
emphasises Ian Schrager’s
idea of being inclusive instead
of exclusive.
With floor-to-ceiling
windows providing panoramic
views of the city and immersive
art, sound and lighting inspired
by James Turrell, Microclub
— which opened its doors last
December — has already hosted
top DJs, such as Ty Sunderland,
Benji B, Honey Dijon,
MoodyMann, and BLOND:ISH,
among others, in an immersive
atmosphere.
Chef Diego Munoz brings
the best of Peruvian cuisine
— with traditions from Incan,
Spanish, Moorish, African,
Italian, Chinese and Japanese
gastronomy — at restaurant
Popular, while the adjacent
expansive open-air terrace
Bowery Garden evokes the
Tuileries Garden in Paris.
And that’s not all: The sexy
and moody Bar Chrystie
celebrates the New York City
cocktail culture and the spirit
of the 1920s and Hollywood’s
glamorous Golden Age. To enjoy
some of the best views, the roof
terrace offers five private igloos
— for up to eight people each —
For more
information, visit
https://www.
publichotels.com
with a fire pit and blankets for a
cosy feel.
Personalised service and
comfort are also at the heart of
PUBLIC. The pure and timeless
design contributes to the relaxing
atmosphere, where guests
and visitors feel even more
comfortable than they do at home.
Harmony and functionality
meet in the 367 rooms, which
look like cabins in a yacht. The
objective consisted in finding
the perfect balance between
the different elements and
eliminating clutter.
According to Ian Schrager,
PUBLIC epitomises “simplicity as
the ultimate sophistication.”
good to
know
Ian Schrager was
the co-founder of
Studio 54, a disco
nightclub in New
York frequented by
celebrities like Andy
Warhol, Diana Ross
and Cher.
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FOR GREATER
GOOD
With design thinking unbounded
by any one discipline, industrial
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inspiration in daily life to develop
solutions for the betterment of
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environments he puts himself in,
Hao Jie started out on his career
path by seeking opportunities
to contribute his design skills to
social projects through events like
Designathons and Hackathons
organised by organisations like
DesignSingapore Council, Health
Promotion Board and National
Council of Social Services.
Leading with passion and driven
by compassion, Hao Jie’s works
explore and tackle real-world
challenges for the betterment of
human lives, a noble ambition
supported by his design process
grounded in research and
exploration.
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of projects and has motivated
him to continue applying his
skills for the greater good.
Designing without Thought
Underpinning Hao Jie’s design
philosophy and process
are some of his earliest
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in the industry, like Naoto
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ideas, is what Hao Jie still
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industrial design.
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with a genuine appreciation
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formative years as a
product/industrial designer
starting out in the industry was
Rodney Loh, design director
at NextofKin Creatives, whom
he credits for teaching him
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linear. “He instilled in me the
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seeking inspiration and
transforming it into our own
concepts, often citing Picasso’s
quote, “Good artists copy, great
artists steal,” Hao Jie recalls.
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ŉŖŅŅĩŖĢàäàÙűłÁŉŉĆĩĢÁőä
individuals who strive to
solve real-world issues with
design has shaped his choice
1. The Monkey
King project is
a collaborative
project Hao Jie
embarked on
with Edmund
Zhang.
2. The SAFSG
framework
presented on the
website.
3. MOHA’s
presentation
during the
SAFSG
Framework
launch.
4. Rendering
of the Kohler
Struktura
project.
5. A faucet
concept Hao Jie
conceived for
Kohler.
“INSPIRATION MAY COME
FROM EVERYDAY LIFE,
MUCH LIKE MOHA’S SAFSG
PROJECT BEGAN WITH A
SIMPLE COMPARISON TO
THE ARMY.”
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perspectives,” he explains.
΋ĂĆŉÁÙĆěĆőűÚÁĢÙäŉÚÁěäà
ÁÚŅĩŉŉàĆƅäŅäĢőłŅĩĔäÚőŉÁĢà
disciplines. With my recent
ÚĩěěÁÙĩŅÁőĆĩĢŉÁĢàłŅĩĔäÚőŉ
like MOHA’s Senior Active
Force SG, I’ve learned the
importance of storytelling and
its key role in design.”
Platforms for Empowerment
With likeminded individuals,
DÁĩUĆääŉőÁÙěĆŉĂäà`ĆĢĆŉőŅű
ĩùDĩłäƅÁĆŅŉͳ`gDʹÁŉÁ
collective of friends who share
a common passion for assisting
seniors. “The team, which
ÚĩġłŅĆŉäŉaÁĩġĆͳÚĩŖĢŉäěěĩŅʹ͡
ěäĢàÁͳ”®#äŉĆúĢäŅʹ͡'őĂÁĢ
ͳ̡#äĢäŅÁěĆŉőʹ͡€äĢúDĩͳ€Ă#
ŉőŖàäĢőÁő‡”#ʹ͡Dūää®ĆÁĢ
ͳ#ÁőÁŉÚĆäĢőĆŉőʹ͡ÁĢàġűŉäěù͡
originates from diverse
ÙÁÚėúŅĩŖĢàŉÁĢàÁĆġŉőĩġÁėä
a genuine impact through
empathy, research, and
design,” he says.
The team received funding
from NCSS to pilot a
project called Senior Active
;ĩŅÚä‡ͳ‡;‡ʹàŖŅĆĢúőĂä
a‡‡‡ĩÚĆÁě#äŉĆúĢĂÁěěäĢúä
in 2019.
Comprising two parts
– Senior Active Force SG
and Senior Active Force SG
;ŅÁġäūĩŅė΁őĂäłŅĩĔäÚőÙű
Hao Jie and his MOHA cohorts
is a platform for seniors to
participate in activities easily,
empowering a senior army
őĩÚĩĢőŅĆÙŖőäġäÁĢĆĢúùŖěěű
őĩŉĩÚĆäőű͠DäÙäěĆäŪäŉőĂÁő
the project can plant the
seeds in development of a
standard language in the
AS PART OF THE SUPERPOSITION
EXHIBITION AT THE NATIONAL
DESIGN CENTRE, HAO JIE PROPOSES
THAT DESIGN IS “NEITHER
VALUABLE NOR USELESS UNTIL IT IS
OBSERVED AND MEASURED.”
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6. A collection
of stamps Hao
Jie designed
for the Juror
of Everyday
Designs.
7. The engaging
display invites
viewers to stamp
their mark of
approval on their
favourite designs
of everyday
objects.
for industrial and product
design, he notes that, as
his career is progressing,
his interests are shifting to
investigating more and more
ĂĩūàäŉĆúĢÚÁĢÙäŖŉäàùĩŅ
őĂäÙäőőäŅġäĢőĩùěĆŪäŉ͠΋HĢ
ÁààĆőĆĩĢőĩàäŉĆúĢΎŉÁÙĆěĆőű
to visualise and make things
ŅäěÁőÁÙěä͡ÁŉĆúĢĆƈÚÁĢőÁŉłäÚő
ĩùàäŉĆúĢĆŉÁÙěäÚĩĢĢäÚőĆĢú
the dots to create fresh
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KEY DESIGNS
1. REDESIGNING
MONKEY KING
Conceptualised together
with Edmund Zhang,
the Monkey King is a
collaborative project to
re-envision and capture
the timeless stories and
values of a traditional
deity in a modern day
context and usage,
while retaining the
genuine appreciation
for its possessions
and features.
With the Monkey
King project, Hao Jie
and Edmund imagine
a future where art
aﬁcionados can
obtain traditional
deity sculptures on
art and design retail
channels, and where an
international audience
could enjoy the folk
stories of different
deities in their own
ways. Through the
abstraction of form, the
Monkey King sculpture
pays homage to existing
forms of effigies, while
imbuing them a softer,
simpliﬁed and succinct
representation.
social sector, encouraging
conversations about designing
for seniors, by providing an
integral understanding of
seniors’ mindsets, attitudes,
behaviours, and the “key phases
of seniorhood
in Singapore.”
Looking into the future
of his work, Hao Jie is looking
beyond the boundaries
of design for inspiration.
“Inspiration may come from
everyday life, much like MOHA’s
SAFSG project began with
a simple comparison to the
army,” says Hao Jie. “This was
where we asked ourselves,
“What if there was a senior
army where seniors could
enlist to continue contributing
to society in their unique way?”
Armed with this unbounded
curiosity and the ability to ask
the right questions to achieve
design solutions, he continues
to seek out projects similar to
SAFSG where design can be
used to serve unobserved needs
through industrial and product
design and beyond.
Hao Jie Sim x Kohler
“I am most proud of this project
őĂÁőέHĂÁŪäàĩĢäÁőaäŰőgùWĆĢ
ŅäÁőĆŪäŉūĆőĂWĩĂěäŅ͡ΌŉÁűŉ
DÁĩUĆäŅäùäŅŅĆĢúőĩWĩĂěäŅ
Struktura, a hygiene urinal
design for the Istinja process,
a religious cleansing ritual for
ġäĢ͠΋aĩőĩĢěűàĩäŉőĂäŖŅĆĢÁě
help to save 50 per cent more
water, it also enables men to
cleanse themselves in line with
the Muslim ablution process.”
Through getting feedback
ùŅĩġàĆƅäŅäĢőłŅĩőĩőűłäŉ
ÁĢàĆĢőäŅÁÚőĆĩĢŉ͡WĩĂěäŅ
Struktura presents an
optimal combination that best
meets the user’s needs and
äŰłäÚőÁőĆĩĢŉ͠
2. SENIOR ACTIVE
FORCE SG
FRAMEWORK
“I am currently working
with MOHA on Senior
Active Force SG, as
we continue to look at
how we can continue
to test and pilot it on
the ground,” Hao Jie
says about his ongoing
venture, demonstrating
the importance of cross
disciplinary teams and
design impact on the
social sector.
Senior Active Force
SG (SAFSG) reimagines
a future where seniors
are part of an ‘army’ that
empowers them to stay
active and contribute
meaningfully to society.
The project uncovers the
attitudes, mindsets, and
behaviours of seniors as
they go through senior-
hood and is supported
by the Good Design
Research Initiative
by DesignSingapore
Council.
3. JUROR OF
EVERYDAY DESIGNS
As part of the
Superposition exhibition
at the National
Design Centre, Hao
Jie proposes that
design is “neither
valuable nor useless
until it is observed
and measured.” In
this tongue-in-cheek
installation, he invites
viewers to act as design
jurors to stamp their
approvals on ordinary
designs; the trophy and
stamps that he designed
are modelled and
designed after the few
famous design awards in
the market.
1 3
2
text OLHA ROMANIUK photos KOHLER, MINISTRY OF HOPE AFFAIRS, YEO KER SIANG
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bedder condo apartment was
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West Coast area because it was
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purchase, as they hope to retire
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this size would cost at least two
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couple kept the original
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originally, were changed to
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CLEVER TOUCHES, SUCH AS
USING MINIMAL BUILT-IN
FURNITURE, ALLOW THEM TO
MOVE THINGS AROUND EASILY TO
SUIT CHANGING NEEDS.
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