Indholdsfortegnelse for October 2018 i Home & Decor

I enjoy looking at homes with a minimalist theme, not just because they bring out my meditative nature, but also because deep down inside, I know that I will never be able to lead a minimalist lifestyle or resist the urge to fill my space with objects that remind me of people I love. While some believe that minimalism injects a sense of lightness within a home, I feel that it also creates an atmosphere of overwhelming solemnity and coldness. So how should one go about deciding on an interior style? I’ve been asked that question many times, and my answer is always to opt for one that makes you feel as comfortable as a child in a candy store. A home should evoke the same sense of pleasure and…

It’s a sad thing that many homeowners in Singapore are cautious when it comes to their home interior colours. Opting for a neutral palette is a safe but somewhat boring approach, and results in many homes looking like variations of the same Nordic-inspired theme. If you want to avoid a cookie-cutter interior, don’t shy away from the idea of having a brightly coloured feature wall. You can even take a leaf out of others’ book, such as this particular home featured in Volume.Here,the homeowner-slash-designer decided on a whimsical feel with orange, red and lilac shades. The trick is to pick loud colours from the same hue on the colour wheel, while going all out in terms of scale and proportion. So be brave and have fun designing your room! Volume:…

Enjoy premium service when you purchase appliances from LG Signature. The brand recently launched a host of products like the Oled TV W8, washing machine, air purifier and refrigerator. The last, in particular, offers a unique user experience with its Instaview Door-in-Door compartment that illuminates the interiors, so users can peek into the fridge without having to open the door. You can also automatically open the door by simply sliding your foot under the smart sensor. LG Signature refrigerator retails for $10,888 at www.lg.com/sg/lg-signature .…

Danish luxury audio brand Bang & Olufsen unveils its latest wireless speaker, Beosound Edge. Designed by well-known designer Michael Anastassiades, Beosound Edge resembles a coin rocking on its edge – a minimalist, powerful audio product that does not look overly ostentatious. Its sleek design lets you control the appliance via sensors on the aluminium touch interface, or simply by rolling the speaker forward or backward to increase or decrease the volume. It can be placed on the floor or mounted on the wall. Bang & Olufsen Beosound Edge retails for $5,200, inclusive of wall bracket or floor stand, at B&O store #01-05 Grand Hyatt.…

You can now experiment with recipes without fuss. The Philips Deluxe Collection Multicooker comes with functions, from Sauce-thickening and Saute/Sear to My Favourite, which saves customised programmes. Plus, ingredients such as greens will no longer lose their nutrients from overcooking with the Add Ingredient function ensuring the right cooking temperature. The Philips Deluxe Collection Multicooker HD2145/62 retails for $369, and is available at leading electrical stores, major department stores, and the Philips e-store, www.philips.com.sg .…

For world-renowned Italian architect and designer Piero Lissoni, Kensaku Oshiro’s work bridges “the gap between the Japanese and Western perspectives on simplicity and complexity”. Having worked at the highly regarded Lissoni Associati studio in Milan from 2004 to 2012, the young Japanese designer impressed founder Piero so much that he selected him for the Rising Talents Awards at the Maison&Objet furniture and home decoration fair in Paris last January. The awards were a tribute to six of the most promising Italian or Italy-based designers. Having spent more time living in Italy than in Japan, Kensaku chose to make Milan his base. He opened his eponymous studio in the city in 2015, having discovered Italian design at the age of 15, and been attracted to this country for the variety of…

Monument Room Located right after the main entrance is where the Pro 48, a top-of-the-line refrigeration system, takes pride of place. Imposing in size, it’s made of stainless steel inside out and is enhanced with triple evaporators, which permits storage conditions in the main refrigerator compartment, the freezer, and the refrigerator drawers to be adjusted separately. Outdoor Wolf BBQ Grill Located to the left of the main entrance, the grill featuring Wolf’s signature red knobs also comes with refrigeration drawers. An herb garden is located just a few steps away, providing fresh ingredients during cooking demonstrations. The Library Right after the Monument Room is the intimate yet sophisticated showcase for Wolf’s elegant black series of appliances, ranging from convection steam ovens to microwaves and cup warmers. The Man Cave Located…

I was absolutely honoured when I was asked to be part of the President*s Design Award (P*DA) 2018 jury. Through my work as programme director at the Danish Design Centre and overseeing the Danish Design Award, I have been following Singapore design and its impressive development for years. Further, I’m thrilled to be part of the jury the year when the competition is re-launched with a greater emphasis on the impact of design. In the case of P*DA, we speak of impact in terms of enabling economic transformation, raising the quality of life, advancing the Singapore brand and culture, connecting communities, and making ground-breaking achievements in the field of design. THOUGHTS ON BALANCING GREAT DESIGN AND IMPACT However, impact is not necessarily an easy thing to validate. As part of…

It bears all the hallmarks of a Scandinavian-inspired home. The white walls, modern furniture, clean lines and, of course, the essential dose of warm brown accents for some rustic cosiness. But what also makes this refurbished three-storey terrace house a standout is how it has been so effortlessly and stylishly pulled together against a predominantly white backdrop by interior stylist Priscilla Tan of Styledby.pt. From the modish neutral-toned furniture to the way it is laid out, the different sections of the home showcase how simplicity meets beauty. Subtle wood tones for the furniture and flooring at the family’s resort-chic front porch extend into the living room. The 6m-high ceiling in the living room lends the space a breezy feel, upping the hygge factor of the home. For a discreet luxe…

Under the vivid red-tiled slanted roofs lies an elaborate geometry of dark wood beams resting on vintage metallic wrought-iron poles. High on a plateau lies Tamara Kodai, a 160-year-old Jesuit monastery-turned-luxury resort. It’s located in Kodaikanal, a hilly, crisp-aired and pristine region in the southernmost Indian state of Tamil Nadu. The heritage resort is situated on the site of Bayne’s Bungalow, presumably Kodaikanal’s fifth oldest house built around 1847, a century before India’s independence. Back then, the area was predominantly occupied by tribal natives. Bayne’s Bungalow evolved into a monastery, whose ecclesiastical founders are evoked in contemporary art depicting three cowled figures gracing the resort’s preened front gardens. Sensitive restoration of the historic structure meant retaining the high ceilings, and restraint in the interior styling. The result is an understated…

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Gold accents have never been hotter in the worlds of fashion and interior design. Look around and you will likely pick up hints of the shade in various incarnations, ranging from the rich honey hue to rose, copper and even bronze versions. In this instance (right), however, the metallic colour is used not as an accent, but as an impressive conversation starter in the room’s decor. While interior stylists would advise to hold back on the shine previously, the trend is heading towards going all out and making a flashy statement. Contrast the look with pieces of wooden furniture in a dark varnish. Look to styles influenced by the Orient for an added touch of Old World glamour.…

If you love a good cup of joe, explore Nespresso’s latest Master Origin collection of five coffee blends. Its latest permanent range features coffee from a variety of regions, like Indonesia, Ethopia, India, Nicaragua and Colombia. Whether you prefer rich and woody flavours or something more intense and spicy, you’ll find it in this collection. Nespresso also introduced the classy Essenza Mini coffee machines in a limited edition matte black. The new Master Origin collection is priced at $8.20 for a sleeve of 10 capsules, and the Essenza Mini Matte Black Limited Edition machine retails for $168. Find out more at Nespresso boutiques, www.nespresso.com .…

It is obvious what the star product at Living DNA – previously known as Departures & Arrivals – is. Rows of rugs, from geometric leather pieces to jute rugs in varying shapes, fill the 1,500sqf space of its showroom in Space at Tampines. Laid across the floor, the rugs are unobstructed by furniture or unnecessary structures. “Displaying them this way, and with complementary accessories at the sides of the showroom, makes it easier for shoppers to visualise how these rugs will look and feel in their homes,” says founder Denise Kaur. She adds that while the brand’s online store has got them a lot of attention, buying rugs is still a tactile experience and shoppers appreciate having a space to “understand” the products. Denise sources her collection from all over…

Born in Paris, France, this 48-year-old dancer-turned-sculptor specialises in blown glass. She carves out beautiful glass lighting designs that have been exhibited internationally at various art museums and galleries in France, New York, Los Angles, San Francisco, London, Bangkok and Hong Kong. Often inspired by floral and fauna, the glass lights also go through a silvering process, which results in the pieces shimmering when illuminated, creating a mesmerising piece of art. What got you interested in working with glass? It’s a love story that started in my childhood. My early memories are of me playing with sand on the beach and being mesmerised by the shimmering light on the grains of sand. That powerful image of the light stayed with me ever since and it evolved into a passion. I…

As an established lighting designer who only recently started dabbling in furniture design, Michael Anastassiades was blind to the industry of audio-product designs prior to the Beosound Edge. “Every invitation from companies to work in a new field is a challenge, especially when I come from a completely different background. I’m very grateful that I got this invitation from Bang & Olufsen (B&O), because it’s not easy for a company to trust someone who doesn’t have experience in a certain field. I particularly enjoy working with companies with a long history, as I can study their legacy. I also analyse those products that have become iconic and that people remember the company for, and B&O has quite a few of them throughout history,” says Michael. Are you an audiophile? Absolutely,…

“I want my clients to feel inspired and invite friends home for a meal, instead of dining out.” Making a difference. That’s what Selina Tay of Collective Designs keeps in mind when designing her clients’ living spaces. “I want them to feel the desire to be at home and to spend time with family, to enjoy cooking and eating together more often,” she opines. “It’s about creating opportunities for more interaction. I want my clients to feel inspired and invite friends home for a meal, instead of dining out. I would also like them to feel that their home is their refuge from the outside world!” Collective Designs was founded in 1991 and has come a long way, but not without Selina going through the proverbial school of hard knocks.…

Over three days ( June 14-16), 160 exhibitors showcased their latest collections in furniture, lighting and textiles at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. A record number of 8,000 professionals and design lovers attended the 2018 edition of Denfair Melbourne. By creating a platform for tastemakers, risk-takers and rule breakers who design products to create moments and tell stories, Australia’s leading destination for contemporary design has connected local and global brands. Its manifesto is straightforward: “Design exists in every part of our lives. It can inspire greatness, change thinking and improve our lives.” Home & Decor visited the fair to scout out the top ›ve trends likely to land on our shores. TREND 1 Cool lighting Exquisite lighting can change the atmosphere of a space. These three pieces spotted at…

WHO LIVES HERE A couple in their 40’s HOME A three-bedroom executive condominium in Edgedale Plains SIZE 950sqf Homeowners Darius Tng and Veronica Chong decided to move from their executive flat in the east because they were very impressed with the Edgedale Plains showflat. They also loved the fact that it was within walking distance of the nearest LRT station. “There were only small units left when we came to view the development, but because we liked it very much, we decided to buy it anyway,” says Veronica. It was no mean feat for a family of four to relocate from an approximately 1,400sqf flat to a 950sqf apartment. They took the opportunity to declutter. “I figured that if I had not used something for the past six years, I…

“Kodaikanal” can mean three things depending on the pronunciation: start or end of a forest, a creeper forest, or a summer forest. Looming with waterfall-streaked forested hills and lake-encrusted meadows, it became the summer retreat of colonials. However, uniquely, it is India’s only hill station colonised by not the British but American missionaries who fled uphill to escape cholera and malaria epidemics. There’s chromatic floral diversity galore, but Kodai’s hills gain distinction from the sky-blue neela kurinji flowers that bloom once in 12 years and lie like a soft blue cloud upon the inclines. Reserve forests of eucalyptus, pine, cypress and acacia abound and in them flourish multifarious birds, squirrels and snake species. The Indian gaur, the largest extant bovine, resemble humongous rocks stationed on wavering plains. Leopards lurk and…

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“Interior trends are usually popularised by movies and TV series and, right now, the Chinese production Story of Yanxi Palace seems to be the topic of discussion for many people here. The ornate stylings and decadent gold touches in the Forbidden City are probably why many homeowners have caught on to adding the shiny hue to their spaces. I personally adore the aged look of hand-laid gold leaf with a tint of dark patina, which adds depth and character to rooms.”…

There is a charming insouciance about outdoor dining, but Parisian luxury silverware brand Christofle thinks a little elegance can elevate it to sublime heights. You could call the Mood Nomade a cutlery holder, but it is so much more than that – a mirrored steel carrier in a sleek ovoid form with full-grain calf leather handles in cherry red, it bears a complete silverware service for six, resting within a walnut base. The collection includes a matching steel tray with leather handles, along with candle holders, place mats and porcelain dishware. The Mood Nomade is available at Christofle’s boutique at #02-11/12 The Shopping Gallery Hilton.…

Imagine the luxury of a four-hand massage in your home. You can have that with Osim’s latest uLove 2 massage chair, which is designed to mimic the sychronised movements of two masseurs. Four sets of powerful rollers massage your upper and lower body to make you feel relaxed and rejuvenated. It comes with eight programmes to address different lifestyle needs, and is also an entertainment hub with a three-dimensional Surround Sound system and Bluetooth music playback. Adorned with handpainted flowers, Osim uLove 2 is priced at $6,699 and comes in blue, brown, green or purple. Find out more at www.osim.com .…

Paris may be the city of romance but, like any major metropolis, it is not spared the urban frenzy that is bound to wear down even Cupid, which is why the discreet Grands Boulevards Hotel is such a gem. Occupying a pre-Revolution building in the capital’s 2nd arrondissement, the quaint establishment is set beyond a courtyard that is accessed only through a hidden entry off Boulevard Poissonniere. Designed by French interior designer Dorothee Meilichzon for the Experimental Group, the interiors of the 50-room boutique hotel are a pastiche of 18th century Neoclassical elements and touches of country ruggedness. Nods to the Louis XVI style are subtly expressed in the coral marble bathroom walls, canopy beds and Meilichzon’s interpretation of the Parquet Versailles pattern for the carpets, that was invented for…

Go for design influences that are more suitable for Singapore’s light and climate conditions. Some colours look too garish in our light. Selina prefers cooler shades such as white, off-white and ivory, because they make a home feel “breezier”, even amid heat and humidity. She also gravitates towards clean lines and contrasts, similar to the Japanese and Scandinavian styles. Use a mixture of textures such as raw wood textures and cool marble. “A good mix and balance allows the eye to wander and discover depth, even in a plain, square room.” For a luxurious bathroom, include metallic accents and accessories. Take into account your collection of appliances when planning the kitchen space. Too often, the kitchen is almost fully built, before homeowners realise there’s no space for appliances, such as…

In addition to making a will, it is also essential for property owners to make a Lasting Power of Attorney, which allows a person who is at least 21 years of age (“donor”), to voluntarily appoint one or more persons (“donee(s)”) to make decisions on property matters and act on his/ her behalf should he/ she lose mental capacity one day. Visit www.publicguardian.gov.sg for more information.…

1. Rainbow Trek The Tamara’s savvy, suave Unique Guest Experience Manager, Syed Mehaboob, crafts inspired treks, the resort’s unique selling point. Traverse a creeper forest resonant with birdsong to a spectacular viewpoint; then descend to a cave for refreshments and views of a waterfall. 2. Coolie Ghat Trek This is an arduous forest trek on the British-created courier-dispatch path. Ravi, officially resort guide, but really walking forest-pharmacy and culinary expert, can dispense cures for all ailments, orchestrate all-berry forest breakfasts and make of strange forest growths condiments for biryanis! 3. Beri Jam Forest It’s a lake-studded reserve forest and repository of birds, with sensational views. 4. Lake Kookal Bicycle Tour Kodaikanal is known for a manmade lake the town grew around but Syed Mehaboob unveils lesser-known natural splendours. 5. Chocolate…

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