Indholdsfortegnelse for May 2023 i Home & Decor

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 kitchens and I always find it 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…

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. KITCHEN APPLIANCES A cleverly designed pocket sliding door or roll-up cabinet cover hides kitchen appliances when they are not in use. 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. 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…

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 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. 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…

WHO LIVES HERE A couple and their three daughters HOME A semi-detached home at Sennett Drive SIZE 3,800 sq ft ID Bowerman Interior Planner https://qanvast.com/sg/interior-designers/bowerman-543 Lawyers Tom Greene and Vanessa Lim’s initial brief to space planner, CY, from Bowerman Interior Planner was to just do a minor touch up for the home. However, as the previous renovation was about two decades ago, the three-storey house was looking “dated, worn out and uninspiring”, according to CY. As such, the homeowners were receptive to her proposal that involved more extensive works, such as reconfiguring the existing layout and hacking of walls. Newly-installed Crittall-style arched doors and panels around the living room contemporise its look. The metal-framed glazing lets in plenty of natural light while connecting with the outdoor terrace. Elevated a few…

As 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. 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. 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,…

From a minimalist but well-equipped kitchen in a HDB flat to a new home fitted with sleek high tech cooking appliances. And from a walk-up apartment with modern Peranakan touches, to a charming setting inspired by a homey Mediterranean kitchen. We find out how these culinary personalities fitted out their respective kitchens. CHARMING MEDITERRANEAN-STYLE KITCHEN Chef-owner of Proud Potato Peeler, Alberto Simillides, started his private dining journey in Singapore about two years ago. As a Turkish-Greek from Cyprus, he was constantly surrounded by traditional home cooked flavours by his late grandmother – who inspired him to be a chef. After graduating from culinary school, Alberto trained in hotels and restaurants in Cyprus. He later worked in cities like Naples, Athens and Berlin. The latter was where he hosted his first…

THE SEAMLESSLY CONNECTED LIVING AND DINING AREAS READ AS ONE, WITH THE FURNITURE ARRANGEMENT AND BEAM OVERHEAD PROVIDING A NOTIONAL SEGREGATION OF SPACE. After a five-year wait, Nigel Yong, 32, and his wife, Shairah Sidhu, 31, finally collected the keys to their four-room BTO flat. While waiting for their flat, the couple took the time to ponder over what they wanted for their first home. They compiled some references of styles that they liked and even went as far as to list down the renovations required for each room. These were conveyed to interior designer, JT Wong, from At.om Designs Pte Ltd, whom they engaged for her versatility and her particularity over clean lines and symmetry. JT recalls: “Nigel and Shairah had a very clear vision of what they wanted…

WHO LIVES HERE A family of four HOME A two-storey semi-detached house in Tamarama, Australia ID Carla Middleton Architecture www.carlamiddleton.com It is hard to imagine what this Sydney house – located in the idyllic beachside suburb of Tamarama, nestled between Bondi and Bronte beaches – looked like when Carla Middleton first discovered it. “The original house was a run-down semi that had been tenanted for 30 years with three bedrooms at the front, a dark living room, and a tiny kitchen that stepped down to a tackedon toilet and mould-ridden bathroom,” recalls the architect, who leads her eponymous practice, Carla Middleton Architecture. “The backyard was heavily overgrown with two huge phoenix palm trees and an overrun garden.” After moving in, Carla and her husband started to make some small improvements…

Giacomo Giardini fell in love with the central area of Porta Venezia, in Milan, where he purchased this 70 sqm, one bedroom apartment. Because of the high demand in this part of the Italian city, the CEO of Giardini Wallcoverings had to move fast and make a decision right away. Since taking the leap, Giacomo has done two renovations — the last resulting in the current layout. He gave carte blanche to interior designer Francesca Bassi and stylist Bruno Tarsia to create the perfect home that Giacomo describes as “a sophisticated place to live in, not aiming to mere luxury, but created with heart and passion, through a maniacal choice of the right elements, which led to a unique care about details.” Based in Santiago, Chile, Francesca — who is…

The 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 in sufficient storage space for 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 together. It…

Singapore’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…

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. 2. SENIOR ACTIVE FORCE SG FRAMEWORK “I am currently working with MOHA on Senior Active Force…

The bar The design team also put weight on custom designs that would make a difference. “The bar archway behind the sofa is a unique piece. Our clients wanted to use real teak wood cabinets below. We complemented that with a thicker stone countertop. The beautiful gold wallpaper made this piece of carpentry a real standout of the home,” Melissa shares. The team also framed the bay window beside it in slim wood and added seating, turning it into another highlight in the home. The living area The intention was to work with the unit’s original layout and transform it into a style that makes it unique to the homeowners. All the rooms in this home have a ceiling height of more than three metres. The design team accentuated the…

WHO LIVES HERE A couple in their 40s and a golden retriever HOME A three-bedroom condominium apartment in the East Coast area SIZE 1,800 sq ft ID Space Sense Studio www.spacesensestudio.com.sg Husband and wife Dennis Lim and Stacy Chai didn’t make it easy on themselves when they were looking to move from their first home along the Telok Kurau Road to a larger place still in the East Coast area. But every square foot of the 40-year-old three-bedroom condominium was worth the bidding war. “There is no wasted space in the layout,” shares Stacy. The couple also loved the curvy exterior of the building and the unit’s green and breezy view of the tennis court. “The airflow is so great that we don’t need to switch the air-conditioner on most…