Innholdsfortegnelse for July 2021 i Home & Decor

Research conducted by Swedish design studio Front found out that animalshaped objects hold a special place in our heart, thanks to nostalgia. Here are some animal-shaped objects we love for both the young and the young at heart.…

Visiting Casa Perfect New York requires an appointment online. Open to the public since March 2019, the historic townhouse gallery and home, dating back to 1901, is located in a charming, quiet West Village street in New York City. It follows Casa Perfect Los Angeles that resides in a 1957 modernist villa that was once home to Elvis Presley and his family. Spread over five floors and organised around a sculptural, honeyed English oak staircase, the interior spaces – including just one bedroom – were remodelled by renowned British architect David Chipperfield for its previous owner. Today, the home is occupied by David Alhadeff, founder of The Future Perfect, a contemporary design gallery and concept store that offers a unique retail experience in a residential context. “The most crucial step…

When all we had as the Society of Interior Designers (SIDS) was a lofty vision and a great ambition with a lot of planning and legwork left to be covered for SIDFest, we were very fortunate to have had National Design Centre (NDC) and DesignSingapore Council’s full support from the get-go. Soon after we pitched the idea of an interior design festival, NDC presented us with the thematic notion of “Casting Hope”. We responded by rallying all sectors of the design industry to step forward with an optimistic take on the global pandemic and to showcase the lessons learnt as well as the achievements. Our mantra for the festival manifesto: If design is a way of solving problems, then we were designed to design. It challenged us as spatial planners…

WHO LIVES HERE A couple in their 40s and their pet Shih Tzu HOME HDB terrace home in Whampoa SIZE 1,270 sq ft Every morning, Marcus Ho and his wife Cynthia wake up and enjoy breakfast on a platform by the window while looking out at the fountain in their lush garden. The winding stone path, manicured shrubs and pine trees resemble a tranquil English garden, making it hard to believe that such a corner exists in a quiet part of Whampoa, where the only sounds one hears are those of the trickling water and the chirping of the birds. Enjoying an early retirement in their 40s, they look forward to coming home because it is just as they pictured it would be after moving six times in 10 years.…

FRESH FEATURES Sharp has launched three new fridge models from its Grand Top range for 2021. They feature a 36-step controlled compressor that provides a more precise temperature according to usage that reduces energy consumption. The brand’s patented Plasmacluster Technology eliminates 99 per cent of airborne bacteria and 97 per cent of airborne mould inside the fridge. All come with a larger freezer space, a hybrid cooling system that prevents dryness and uneven cooling, a deodorising function, an external touch control panel and an express cooling and freezing mode. Each model is available in two colour options. The three retail at major electronics stores for $1,599 (SJ-PG60P2 BK/DS), $1,499 (SJ-PG55P2 BK/DS) and $1,399 (SJ-PG51P2 BK/DS). Visit https:// sg.sharp for more information. DISINFECTANT AROMATHERAPY Described as an “essential oil with a…

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What: The main exhibition of SIDFest 2021 When: until 18 July 2021 Where: National Design Centre, main atrium DESIGN BY NUMBERS The main event of Singapore Interior Design Festival (SIDFest) 2021, the exhibition sees the main atrium of the National Design Centre populated with installations designed by international brands and designers. The showcase is interactive and multi-sensory, with people able to step into the installations to view and experience them and enjoy them from the various levels of the NDC.…

Robot vacuum cleaners are a lifesaver in keeping our home clean in busy times. Samsung takes the standard up a notch with the Jet Bot+ and its Clean Station that serves as a charging dock and an automated disposal solution. It automoatically empties all dust and dirt into a 2.5l dust bag which can last for up to three months. The Clean Station is also fitted with a Multilayered Filtration System that traps 99.999 per cent of fine dust. Retails for $1,099 (with Clean Station) and $799 (without) at shop.samsung.com/sg and major stores.…

Good design sparks conversation – something LASALLE product design student Evan Tan achieved with his finalyear project for an unusual demographic: community cats. His installations – in three distinct designs – aim to make their lives easier. Act I – Habits of Eating is a corner installation where cats can eat in peace. It has semi-opaque screens at the sides for privacy. Act II – Habits of Resting provides an elevated sleeping space that’s safe from wet or dirty floors. Act III – Habits of Curiosity lets them indulge in multisensory play with ropes for scratching and mirrors to look into. While not yet permanent, these colourful installations have already been welcomed by the cats that have had the chance to check them out. More importantly, the vibrant designs anchor…

Built as an artist’s studio by a sculptor at the beginning of the last century and facing the Bois de Boulogne, a large public park along the western edge of Paris’ 16th arrondissement, it has grown with the times. It now has three more floors above ground and two basements on top of its original two with a minimalist interior and generous bay windows overlooking the park that were added by Lebanonborn architect Joseph Karam when he owned and later refurbished it in 2013. “Normally, I would study the character of my client and try to understand and translate his dream into my drawings,” says Joseph. That time, however, was simpler as I was the client. He wanted to preserve the history and spirit of an artist’s studio while updating…

WHO LIVES HERE A doctor and a lawyer in their 30s, a dog and many cats HOME A five-room condominium unit in Cavenagh Gardens SIZE 1,550 sq ft It’s challenging to be pet parents when you live in a rented property, especially when they want to do it professionally. Doctor Supranee Mathiprechakul and lawyer Cherrylene Lee previously shared a rental property with their seven-year-old Border Collie. Then they fell in love with British Shorthair cats, so much that Cherry decided to breed them as a side business in 2017. It was one of the main reasons the couple decided to buy their own home. They found the perfect unit in Cavenagh Gardens. Built in 1976, the five-room condo has good bones and enough space to live, work and breed cats.…

Responsible pet owners always consider the needs of their pets in the design brief given to their interior designers. Pets, after all, are honorary family members whose needs and habits must be accommodated by their domestic spaces. So what makes the design of your home work for your pets too? Here we take a look at some common elements and clever design details in some exemplary case studies. HIDDEN LITTER BOX There are smart litter and beautifully designed cat litter boxes that look like objects of art. While these are great, they can’t compare to the hidden integrated litter compartments. Cats love exploring hidden spaces, and in this home designed by 3D Conceptwerke, the litter box is placed inside the cabinet that the cat can access via a porthole. The…

Disney fans rejoice! Kitchen appliances brand Mayer has collaborated with Disney to bring Mickey and Minnie Mouse’s signature red and white polka dot into your home with the Mickey Heritage Collection. Exclusively available in Singapore and Malaysia, the collection comprises air fryers ($98), electric fans ($128 for a set of two) and USB-rechargeable fans ($34.90 for a set of two) in Mickey and Minnie variants. The Mayer Mickey Heritage Collection is available in Mayer official stores on marketplace platforms while stocks last. Visit www.mayer.sg for more information.…

The Ruark Audio R5 Signature retails for $2,799 at selected Challenger outlets in ION and Bugis Junction, and on Lazada and Shopee. The limited-edition successor to Ruark Audio’s’ R5 music system has arrived – and it’s sleeker than ever. The R5 Signature features piano lacquer finish with rose gold detailing. It also has the all-new STEREO+ feature, with even more depth and clarity that audiophiles will appreciate. “The R5 Signature embodies the commitment that Ruark Audio takes towards precision in sound, and represents the ongoing evolution of our audio engineering capabilities,” says Alan O’Rourke, brand founder and managing director.…

“Pets are the new kids.” So says a millennial meme. For those who have always wanted pets but cannot commit to the rigorous task of caring for them, Vitra’s Resting Animal collection is for you. The collection comprises a series of hibernating animal figurines, rendered in soft shapes and minimalist lines, that go well with contemporary interiors and are just as ideal for settling into. Vitra Resting Animal series retails from $190 (for Resting Bird) from Vitra Singapore Store by W.Atelier, www.watelier.com, and Vitra Shopee and Lazada Store Singapore. ARTIST OF THE MONTH COPLU Turkish painter Coplu brings cheerful artworks filled with colourful characters that are at once accessible and profound. “The subjects of my paintings are the relationships between ourselves and the environments we are connected to,” he says…

For avid shoppers, discovering a great shop in an unexpected location is like finding a rare, hidden gem. Turkish jewellery brand Melis Goral’s new showroom is one such example. Designed by multidisciplinary studio Sanayi313 Architects, the 150 sqm boutique occupies a former apartment unit in one of the oldest residential buildings in Istanbul’s scenic Bebek district that overlooks the Bosphorus, also known as the Strait of Istanbul Third-generation jeweller Melis Goral founded her eponymous brand in 2014, which quickly gained a following for elegant collections that draw inspiration from art, architecture and travel. “It was important for us to echo the brand’s elegance, contemporary aesthetic and art deco influences,” says Enis Karavil, co-founder and creative director of Sanayi313 Architects. “We wanted to create a design scheme that would give visitors…

The inaugural flagship property from lifestyle brand Patina Hotels & Resorts, the latest hospitality concept by Pontiac Land’s Capella Hotel Group, Patina Maldives in the Fari Islands archipelago in North Malé Atoll is at once a place for sanctuary and stimulation. The resort consists of The Beach Collection (a private enclave containing seven villas), 90 contemporary one-, two- and threebedroom Beach and Water Pool Villas, 20 Fari Studios, restaurants and wellness and sports facilities. The contours of the low-lying villas facing the beach and set in lush greenery perfectly frame the sky above and the ocean below and offer a deep connection with nature via floor-toceiling sliding windows that open on three sides in the practice’s trademark style, where communication between the inside and the outside is essential. Marcio says,…

WHO LIVES HERE A couple and their five cats HOME A five-room HDB flat in Tampines North SIZE 1,248 sq ft For digital marketer Amanda and civil servant Toby, putting together their matrimonial home was not just about the two of them. When they engaged award-winning design practice Asolidplan, founded by architect Wong Ker How, to design the interior of their home, Merry and Pippin, a pair of British Shorthair brothers, were a key consideration. “We wanted a home that is bright, airy and cosy. In our discussions with Ker How, we talked about pets a lot. Our cats had to have an open space to roam around in, so we opted for an open-concept design,” says Amanda. Most of the walls were removed to make way for one large,…

For every fluffy snuggle, soothing purrs, wetnose kisses and insta-worthy moments with your fur babies come the challenge of keeping both your home and your pets clean to create a pleasant (and stylish) living condition. How do you cultivate the right cleaning habits? What are the essential tools? Here are some of essential tips to anticipate and manage pet messes at home. ASSESS YOUR FURNITURE’S COMPATIBILITY It may be hard to hear, but some furniture and home items and materials are just not compatible with pets. So choose and curate your furniture accordingly, and remember, the best way to keep your pet from destroying the furniture is to remove and replace the furniture itself. If you prefer to not have to buy a new sofa to share with your fur…

The entire property market is on fire right now – so observes Glenn Jin Wong, associate marketing manager at Propnex. Despite the ongoing global battle with Covid-19, rising local unemployment numbers and Singapore’s economy shrinking to a record 5.8 per cent, property punters seem unperturbed. Prices for the HDB resale market shot up by 5 per cent in 2020 – the steepest growth since 2012’s 6.5 per cent. This is not so surprising since HDB flats are, after all, the bread and butter of housing here. However, prices of non-landed condominiums and apartments grew 2.5 per cent the same year and landed properties, 1.2 per cent. The Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) shared that 1,609 private residential units were sold in January this year. On a year-on-year basis, the new home…