Home & Decor February 2021

REST IS ESSENTIAL In an age where our lives are filled with work and plenty of distractions, finding time to get some proper rest is easier said than done. Furthermore, light sleepers often struggle to get through a night of peaceful slumber in this densely populated country, without being awakened by the sound of traffic or neigbours. That is why it is important to cultivate good sleeping habits and ensure that your rest zone is conducive for helping you get the most out of your sleep. A well-designed bedroom becomes the perfect space one can retreat to at the end of the day, so it should be a priority when you are renovating the home. Aside from investing in a good mattress, focus on creating an atmosphere of calmness and serenity, with…

“Learning by doing” is Alessandro La Spada’s motto. The Italian designer approaches product development like a craftsman, resulting in a portfolio of exquisite furniture with superb details. One of his latest creations is the Ultrasound bed for Visionnaire’s 2020 Beauty collection that exists at the intersection between art and design. Alessandro drew inspiration for the king-size bed from the visualisation of sound waves in ultrasound. Its headboard and base feature fine lines that create texture. Each section is individually upholstered in velvet while the metal elements are in a lacquered champagne finish to create a cocooning comfort. The Visionnaire Ultrasound bed is available at Da Vinci Lifestyle (www.davincilifestyle.com) and Marquis Furniture Gallery (www.marquis.com.sg).Price upon request.…

UPHOLSTERED BED Ideally, we spend a third of our lives in bed, so it’s only prudent to invest in a well-designed bed. These beds feature beautifully upholstered bases that lend tactility to both the bedroom interior and the experience of sleeping. HIDDEN LUXURY Cosentino has collaborated with Dutch designer Remy Meijers to create freestanding sculptural sink Dekton Scondido. Inspired by the idea of water that springs forth from a block of stone, Scondido features a brushed brass spout from Dornbracht and two hidden side drawers. Its ribbed surface is finished with Dekton Laurent, which features a brown-grey base with striking copper veins. Dekton Scondido is available to custom order from $2,500 depending on the final specs. Call 6713 9543 or email csea@cosentino.com for more information. Shopping for a desk to make WFH life easier? The…

STONE STACKS What: A solo exhibition of Stefanie Hauger When: Until 15 February 2021 Where: APS Building level 4, 9 Muthuraman Chetty Road Presented by Miaja Art Collections, Stone Stacks is a solo exhibition of Stefanie Hauger, artist and founder of lifestyle emporium Vanilla Home. The exhibition showcases Stefanie’s oil paintings that reflect the artist’s tumultuous 10 years, featuring energetic colours and intertwining brushstrokes that express emotional intoxication, aiming to visualise fragility and inspire a catharsis.…

Bangkok-based lifestyle brand Nimmind Jewelry & Object has made a foray into homeware and biophilia by launching a collection of three kinetic mobile plant hangers called Plant Poetic. The hangers display houseplants in a sophisticated way like an art installation that will sway and move as they hang. They are suitable to display potted plants, vines and air plants, and are available in three finishes: matt black, glossy white and copper. Pre-order via @plant_poetic on Instagram. Promo prices for individual hangers are $65 (black and white) and $70 (copper), and $176 (black and white) and $189 (copper) for the whole set, shipping to Singapore included. Visit www.facebook.com/nimmind for more information. RUG N’ ROLL Add a touch of whimsy to your child’s bedroom with the new collection of rugs from Dutch brand Tapis Petit.…

Nothing says comfort quite like the soft texture of fabrics. Spanish tile brand APE Ceramica has made that texture available as tiles with the new Habitat collection. The collection features two fabric textures: linen-like Habitat and woven wool-like Habitat Pocket, which has four and two colourways, respectively. The collection is suitable for both bathroom and kitchen use. Habitat tile collection retails from $5.50 to $5.80 psf from Hafary. Visit www.hafary.com.sg to find out the full range available in Singapore.…