https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/rss/519983/feed en https://assets-v2.i-scmp.com/production/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Salt and pepper shakers are a great way to add a little fun to your tabletop – they require minimal upkeep apart from the weekly, or let’s be more realistic, occasional wipe-down. See our best picks below. Marisa Klaster Marisa Klaster Hand-Turned Wood salt and pepper grinders at Abask (HK$3,600). Anya Hindmarch Anya Hindmarch Eyes salt and pepper set (HK$1,100) L’Objet L’Objet Ripple Spice Jewels salt and pepper shakers at Mytheresa (HK$2,715) https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3371135/designer-salt-and-pepper-shakers-anya-hindmarch-and-more https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3371135/designer-salt-and-pepper-shakers-anya-hindmarch-and-more Mon, 19 Oct 2026 04:00:10 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Growing up in Hong Kong in a family of architects and interior designers, Emma Maclean was practically destined for a career in the field. Today her Sheung Wan-based studio – first started in 2018 as EM Bespoke before relaunching under the name Emma Maclean & Co in 2024 – creates spaces that reflect the remarkable contrasts that make this city eternally exciting for designers, where old and new, East and West, glistening skyscrapers and natural waters all somehow coexist in harmony. “I feel Hong... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370885/meet-emma-maclean-designer-behind-manteigaria-and-luahs-interiors https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370885/meet-emma-maclean-designer-behind-manteigaria-and-luahs-interiors Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:19 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso One of Hong Kong’s most prominent architects and interior designers, Steve Leung has been in the business for four decades and counting. In 1997, Leung restructured his architecture business and established two firms: Steve Leung Architects and Steve Leung Designers. Leung’s business has since grown to include brands like Steve Leung Hospitality, and he is now best known for both interior design and being an avid restaurateur. Ask any Hong Kong resident and they’ve probably, perhaps unknowingly,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370676/meet-architect-and-designer-steve-leung-whose-work-spans-hong-kong-hokkaido https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370676/meet-architect-and-designer-steve-leung-whose-work-spans-hong-kong-hokkaido Wed, 14 Oct 2026 00:00:09 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso “Method acting” usually refers to the technique used by actors on stage or screen, but to Artta Concept Studio and its founder Arthur Tang, it’s the most accurate way to describe their interior design practice. Trusted partners of prominent Hong Kong developers like HKR International and Chinachem, the designers at Artta Concept Studio have been focused since the firm’s founding in 2010 on creating immersive environments for different target audiences of specific spaces, rather than following a... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370560/meet-arthur-tang-founder-artta-concept-studio https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370560/meet-arthur-tang-founder-artta-concept-studio Tue, 13 Oct 2026 00:00:12 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Founded in Hong Kong in 1999 by designer Ed Ng and architect Terence Ngan, AB Concept has since expanded to become a global firm with offices in Kyoto, London, Taipei and Milan serving clients across even more locations, from New York to Beijing. It is now widely recognised as a pioneering force in luxury design, having established partnerships with leading high-end hospitality brands such as Four Seasons, The Ritz-Carlton, Rosewood Hotels, Waldorf Astoria and W Hotels. Specialising in bespoke,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370129/meet-hong-kong-designer-ed-ng-co-founder-ab-concept https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370129/meet-hong-kong-designer-ed-ng-co-founder-ab-concept Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:00:11 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Architect Betty Ng founded Collective Studio, a Hong Kong-based firm that also specialises in interior and exhibition design, in 2015. She now oversees the studio’s operations – including teams in Perth, Madrid and London – with her former Harvard University classmates Juan Minguez and Chi Yan Chan. Together they spearhead some of Asia’s most forward-thinking design projects, from the expansive Asia-Pacific headquarters of Christie’s in Hong Kong to the radical, environmentally friendly Ludan... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370122/meet-architect-betty-ng-founder-hong-kongs-collective-studio https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3370122/meet-architect-betty-ng-founder-hong-kongs-collective-studio Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:00:09 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Formerly an associate at Joyce Wang Studio, interior architect Ella Bridgland now heads up her own firm, Studio Ella, which she started in 2022. Bridgland relocated to Hong Kong in 2017 after having worked for some of London’s most prominent design and architecture firms and has since carved out a niche for herself in the city’s design scene, specialising in high-end residential and boutique commercial projects. Beyond offering bespoke furniture design, art advisory and interior architecture... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3369807/meet-ella-bridgland-founder-studio-ella-hong-kong https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3369807/meet-ella-bridgland-founder-studio-ella-hong-kong Wed, 07 Oct 2026 00:00:13 +0000 Josh Sims Josh Sims “The Japanese are thrilled by the growing appreciation for manga around the world – that it’s now read from Saudi Arabia to France to the US – and all at the same time,” enthuses Nicole Rousmaniere, founder of the UK’s Sainsbury Institute for the Study of Japanese Arts and Cultures at the University of East Anglia. “Manga is becoming a universal language.” Certainly the distinctive imagery of the Japanese graphic novel tradition is increasingly finding its way from page to museum wall.... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3368275/manga-mania-how-japanese-comics-conquered-world https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3368275/manga-mania-how-japanese-comics-conquered-world Wed, 23 Sep 2026 00:00:11 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Designer Cordelia de Castellane, artistic director of Dior Maison and Baby Dior, has recently partnered with Sofitel – one of the world’s top hotel brands – on Le Vestiaire, a collection of uniforms for Sofitel’s 25,000 employees. We asked the Paris-based designer to tell us about the range, which blends functionality and elegance to cater to the needs of the company’s staff, from front of house to housekeeping. She also shares her favourite finds from Paris and around the world. Beauty... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3365210/style-according-dior-maison-and-baby-diors-artistic-director-cordelia-de-castellane https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3365210/style-according-dior-maison-and-baby-diors-artistic-director-cordelia-de-castellane Tue, 22 Sep 2026 00:00:06 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Bold designer kettles can do wonders for your kitchen, whether you have a minimalist haven that could use a splash of colour or are tight on space so want something eye-catching to stand out in the clutter. Here are three expressive options from our pick of the brands. Le Creuset Cloche Smeg 50s Variable Temperature Alessi Plissé https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367946/3-kettles-smeg-le-creuset-and-alessi-make-your-kitchen-sing https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367946/3-kettles-smeg-le-creuset-and-alessi-make-your-kitchen-sing Sun, 20 Sep 2026 00:00:06 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela If Justin Bieber, Travis Scott or Kim Kardashian are anything to go by, then the latest must-have in interior design is a modular sofa, specifically the Dune by Pierre Paulin. Designed nearly 60 years ago in collaboration with Herman Miller, this space-age couch is enjoying a new lease of life thanks to its cool design, versatility and promise of exceptional comfort. Back in the real world, modular furniture is experiencing a renaissance beyond the living room. “Modular furniture first gained... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367539/modular-furniture-trend-loved-justin-bieber-kim-kardashian-and-travis-scott https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367539/modular-furniture-trend-loved-justin-bieber-kim-kardashian-and-travis-scott Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:00:12 +0000 Zoe Suen Zoe Suen Sandrine Zhang Ferron’s path to entrepreneurship was less a predictable trajectory and more a conscious pivot. She grew up between Suzhou in China, France and London, with her upbringing placing a premium on stable, conventional career paths rather than creative pursuits. “In my family, it was not an obvious thing to do,” notes the founder of Vinterior, the London-based vintage and antique furniture marketplace. “There was no tradition of design, entrepreneurship or art.” Zhang Ferron’s career... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367449/how-sandrine-zhang-ferron-built-vintage-furniture-marketplace-vinterior-interview https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3367449/how-sandrine-zhang-ferron-built-vintage-furniture-marketplace-vinterior-interview Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:09 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Whether you’re searching for sculptural furniture or gem-encrusted decor, the following interior design pieces are sure to bring a little personality to your home, or at the very least serve as conversation pieces. Ginger & Jagger Made of marble and brass, this console from Portuguese furniture maker Ginger & Jagger stands out for its cactus leaf “legs”. It is part of the brand’s nature-inspired Earth to Earth collection. Place it against a white wall to add a sculptural element to a minimalist... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3365170/3-eye-catching-home-decor-items-ginger-jagger-panconesi-and-marc-newson-x-taschen https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3365170/3-eye-catching-home-decor-items-ginger-jagger-panconesi-and-marc-newson-x-taschen Wed, 02 Sep 2026 02:00:06 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Every summer, images of the world’s most beautiful pools are splashed across Instagram. The offerings are as varied as they are alluring, from the lava-formed basins of Madeira in Portugal to Marina Bay Sands’ 57th-floor infinity pool overlooking the Singaporean skyline. Some are destinations in their own right, be it the tidal complex at Bondi Icebergs Club in Sydney or the saltwater infinity pool at Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc, nestled among the cliffs of the French Riviera. The latter was one of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3361156/how-transform-your-poolside-chic-oasis https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3361156/how-transform-your-poolside-chic-oasis Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:09 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso Jeweller, sculptor and multidisciplinary artist Wallace Chan is no stranger to generating publicity with his work. His many crowning achievements over the years include the lauded solo exhibitions held during the Venice Biennale, prime placement at the most prestigious museums around the world and a US$200 million masterpiece crafted for Hong Kong jeweller Chow Tai Fook, once named the world’s most expensive diamond necklace. Chan even has a gem-carving technique named after him: the Wallace... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3361161/hong-kong-jewellery-artist-wallace-chan-brings-his-vessels-other-worlds-exhibition-venice-shanghai https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3361161/hong-kong-jewellery-artist-wallace-chan-brings-his-vessels-other-worlds-exhibition-venice-shanghai Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:22:47 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela I was enjoying a cup of tea at a friend’s house recently when I spied a gorgeous piece of fabric hanging on her oven door. It was a tea towel she had bought at a famous chateau in France’s Loire Valley for around 50 euros (HK$460). While most people would balk at that price, I didn’t blink an eye (I confess: I once spent US$100 on a handwoven jacquard tea towel). It wasn’t long before we were fawning over the delicate embroidery and beauty of an expensive but nonetheless desirable piece of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3357174/why-luxury-tea-towels-are-ultimate-kitchen-and-home-decor-upgrade https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3357174/why-luxury-tea-towels-are-ultimate-kitchen-and-home-decor-upgrade Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:00:06 +0000 Josh Sims Josh Sims Marcel Wanders was probably never cut out for design school, which is maybe why his first one kicked him out. The acclaimed product designer – and provocateur – now sometimes finds himself lecturing the next generation. “I always say I’m not there to have an opinion on their work but to applaud their ideas, to help them make their concepts deeper,” he says. “Design is about culture. It’s about creating something unique, not following other people’s rules – even if that’s what a lot of designers... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3355500/designer-marcel-wanders-bringing-his-playful-vision-shanghai-interview https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3355500/designer-marcel-wanders-bringing-his-playful-vision-shanghai-interview Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:00:08 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Now in its 64th year, Salone del Mobile returned to Milan in April to celebrate all that’s bright and beautiful in the world of interior design today. Here are Style’s picks of the 10 hottest furniture finds from this year’s fair. Armani Casa It’s been less than a year since Giorgio Armani’s passing, so it seems only fitting that Armani Casa’s Origins collection pay tribute to the designer’s most iconic pieces alongside their modern editions, as well as the style of his private residences. At... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3354107/10-top-furniture-picks-salone-del-mobile-2026-milan-dior-and-armani-fendi https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3354107/10-top-furniture-picks-salone-del-mobile-2026-milan-dior-and-armani-fendi Wed, 20 May 2026 08:00:07 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter Hermès has raised the quiet-luxury bar for designer retail in West Kowloon. With the reopening of its renovated store at Elements, the house has expanded and rethought a space it first opened in 2009, using Chinese cosmology and mythology as a loose framework for a very contemporary piece of retail design. From the mall concourse, the facade signals a shift in tone. Cloaked in a wall of feather‑shaped ceramic tiles, it catches the light like the plumage of a phoenix, according to its designers... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3353706/style-edit-hermes-reimagines-its-elements-store-myth-and-movement https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3353706/style-edit-hermes-reimagines-its-elements-store-myth-and-movement Mon, 18 May 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Historic names like de Gournay and Gracie may dominate the market when it comes to couture wallpaper, but newcomer Lala Curio is following closely in their footsteps. Founded by Laura Cheung, the lifestyle and home decor brand has been courted by luxury fashion and hospitality brands such as Rosewood, Mandarin Oriental and Cartier, and is a mainstay at design fairs like Paris’ Maison&Objet fair thanks to its bespoke creations that blend couture craftsmanship with a sense of whimsy. “My mission... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3353691/ancient-asian-crafts-come-life-modern-interiors-home-and-lifestyle-brand https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3353691/ancient-asian-crafts-come-life-modern-interiors-home-and-lifestyle-brand Sat, 16 May 2026 07:00:05 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Aoyama is undoubtedly Tokyo’s most fashionable neighbourhood. Nestled between Harajuku, Shibuya and Daikanyama, the area is the city’s epicentre of cool. Home to independent boutiques, curated multi-brand stores and buzzy cafes, Aoyama attracts fashionable locals and in-the-know travellers. The upscale area, however, has always lagged behind places such as Shinjuku and Ginza when it comes to luxury accommodation. This is set to change with the long-awaited arrival of Soho House Tokyo, at least... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/travel-hotels/article/3353347/luxury-private-club-soho-house-opens-aoyama-tokyos-trendiest-neighbourhood https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/travel-hotels/article/3353347/luxury-private-club-soho-house-opens-aoyama-tokyos-trendiest-neighbourhood Wed, 13 May 2026 07:00:06 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa As in most fields, women in art have often been pushed to the margins and left woefully under-represented. It was only during the Renaissance, still most celebrated for the works of Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael, that women artists such as Sofonisba Anguissola and Lavinia Fontana gained some recognition. Yet barriers persist today. In her 1971 essay, “Why Have There Been No Great Women Artists?”, Linda Nochlin identified the structural and institutional obstacles that kept women... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3352834/5-exhibitions-celebrating-female-creatives-marilyn-monroe-frida-kahlo https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3352834/5-exhibitions-celebrating-female-creatives-marilyn-monroe-frida-kahlo Sat, 09 May 2026 00:00:10 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter As Milan Design Week drew to a close last weekend, Hermès’ 2026 home collections stood out as one of the event’s most compelling presentations – a disciplined, dazzling case for the art of the domestic object. The furniture fair has long served as a proving ground for the world’s great luxury maisons, and Hermès – reliably unconcerned with trends – arrived with a new suite of home collections as deliberate in their making as they were confident in their materials. Presented from April 22 to 26,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3351522/style-edit-hermes-2026-home-collections-unveiled-milan-design-week https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3351522/style-edit-hermes-2026-home-collections-unveiled-milan-design-week Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:00:08 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Countryside living has never been more appealing than it is today. During Covid, urbanites flocked to rural areas in droves, looking to escape to bigger and greener pastures that would provide much-needed respite and calm during times of calamity. Fast forward a few years and the countryside’s charms show no signs of waning. To prove it, a slew of celebrities have bought permanent homes in pastoral landscapes from the Beckhams (David developed a love for beekeeping along with it) to the Sussexes... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3350476/how-beckhams-and-ellen-degeneres-are-inspiring-cottagecore-trend-urban-homes https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3350476/how-beckhams-and-ellen-degeneres-are-inspiring-cottagecore-trend-urban-homes Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:11 +0000 Aidyn Fitzpatrick Aidyn Fitzpatrick Hong Kong’s Art Month calendar is crowded, but every so often a show cuts through the noise. This spring, that role falls to “Beyond the Abstract”, a landmark exhibition at Sotheby’s Maison in Chater House that attempts something unusually ambitious: a survey of abstraction across cultures and spanning 3,000 years. Running until March 27, the exhibition brings together painting, sculpture, works on paper and historic objects that trace a dialogue across the centuries, from ancient artefacts to... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3347819/style-edit-sothebys-maps-3000-years-abstraction-landmark-hong-kong-show https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3347819/style-edit-sothebys-maps-3000-years-abstraction-landmark-hong-kong-show Thu, 26 Mar 2026 02:00:09 +0000 Josh Sims Josh Sims Andrea Zagato says that, when you’re 106 years old, you think very carefully before risking your reputation. “It’s a lot of history to protect,” says the CEO of the legendary Italian coachbuilding company that bears his family name. Zagato was founded by his grandfather Ugo in 1919, and would go on to lend its styling skills to the likes of Bugatti, Rolls-Royce, Porsche, Bentley, Aston Martin and Lamborghini; and to make classic versions of the Ferrari 575 GTZ, Alfa Romeo TZ3 Corsa and BMW... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3343459/andrea-zagato-us3-million-capricorn-01-italian-coachbuilder-zagatos-first-hypercar https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3343459/andrea-zagato-us3-million-capricorn-01-italian-coachbuilder-zagatos-first-hypercar Wed, 18 Feb 2026 22:00:10 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The Swatch Art Peace Hotel – one of the most prestigious residencies in the art world – celebrates its 15th anniversary this year. The name of the residency originates from its location. Situated on The Bund – the waterfront area along the Huangpu River in the heart of Shanghai – the building where the residency takes place was formerly the Palace Hotel and later the Peace Hotel South Building. In 2011, Swatch, the Swiss brand known for its design-led timepieces, took over the heritage building... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3340097/swatch-art-peace-hotel-turns-15-brand-unveils-swatch-x-guggenheim-collection https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3340097/swatch-art-peace-hotel-turns-15-brand-unveils-swatch-x-guggenheim-collection Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:00:02 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Founded in 1948 by Alberto Minotti as a small artisan workshop in Brianza, Italy, Minotti has grown into a global name in contemporary furniture design, now reaching 80 countries through over 60 flagship stores and over 300 dealers. The legacy brand’s third-generation steward Susanna Minotti visited Hong Kong in December as a keynote speaker for Business of Design Week and to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Andante – Minotti’s exclusive dealer and long-time partner – at its Design Showcase... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3339112/how-minotti-family-run-italian-furniture-designer-grew-artisan-workshop-global-brand https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3339112/how-minotti-family-run-italian-furniture-designer-grew-artisan-workshop-global-brand Sat, 10 Jan 2026 04:00:15 +0000 Zoe Suen Zoe Suen Faye Toogood had worked at London-based design bible The World of Interiors for eight years when she decided to leave the two-dimensional world of glossy magazines behind in favour of things she could grasp and shape. From her kitchen table, she sowed the seeds for a multidisciplinary design studio that, alongside interior design, played with food, fragrance, sound and light – an approach that is de rigueur now in our age of food stylists and multi-hyphenate creative directors, but which set her... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3337444/british-designer-faye-toogood-her-humanist-playful-homeware-interiors-and-clothing-interview https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3337444/british-designer-faye-toogood-her-humanist-playful-homeware-interiors-and-clothing-interview Thu, 25 Dec 2025 23:00:09 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Cosy nights at home just got a lot more fun. These sophisticated game sets are a great choice for those looking to spend less time glued to their screens and more time bonding with loved ones. And there’s no need to pack up either. Thoughtfully designed, they double up as decorative home accents when not in use: simply leave them out on your coffee table or living room shelf. Noughts and crosses Jenga Chess Dice https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3335884/4-luxury-game-sets-are-so-stylish-they-double-home-decor https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3335884/4-luxury-game-sets-are-so-stylish-they-double-home-decor Thu, 11 Dec 2025 22:00:17 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Kim Kardashian recently unveiled her 2025 holiday decorations in her Instagram Stories, showing off a forest of several snow-dusted Christmas trees decorating her hallway. “OK, we just finished decorating for the holidays,” the Skims mogul said in the video. “I can’t even begin to explain to you what this smells like and feels like. It’s pretty insane. Look at the hallway.” Fans were not impressed despite her efforts, with many branding the display as “tone-deaf” and “tacky”. “Absolutely... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3335597/5-most-extravagant-celebrity-christmas-decorations-kylie-jenner-mariah-carey-and-more https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3335597/5-most-extravagant-celebrity-christmas-decorations-kylie-jenner-mariah-carey-and-more Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:29 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney The holiday season is well and truly upon us. Thankfully, our expertly curated gift guide is here to charm even the choosiest recipients on your Christmas list. From refined wardrobe essentials for the unfailingly well-dressed to little indulgences for the littlest ones, here are some of the finest gifts to give (or hopefully receive) this Christmas. Alessi Christmas baubles Aquazzura plate Zimmermann dress Gucci sunglasses Boghossian earrings Dior lipstick https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3334036/christmas-2025-gift-guide-presents-festive-red-dior-gucci-and-more https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3334036/christmas-2025-gift-guide-presents-festive-red-dior-gucci-and-more Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:12 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Like almost every other arena of design, the world of interiors has long been lured by the beauty and power of the animal kingdom. Displaying hunted animals goes back centuries to the days when hanging skins was viewed as a status symbol. Royals and other elites even chose specific animals depending on the characteristics and traits they supposedly represented. While real skins have thankfully fallen out of vogue, interior designers are still enticed by a walk on the wild side, using animal... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3333891/animal-print-interiors-how-embrace-your-wild-side-while-keeping-it-classy https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3333891/animal-print-interiors-how-embrace-your-wild-side-while-keeping-it-classy Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:14 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter The BMW 7 Series has been setting standards among luxury sedans since 1977 with its unmatched combination of comfort, elegance, driving power and technical innovation. In recent years, it’s added sustainability to that mix in the shape of the i7, a model that has reshaped expectations of electric vehicles. The i7 comes in three models: the i7 eDrive50, the i7 eDrive50 M Sport Edition – and, for the discerning driver who values a little extra muscle under the bonnet, the top of the range i7 M70... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3333704/style-edit-bmws-luxury-electric-saloon-i7-m70-xdrive-offers-performance-and-poise https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3333704/style-edit-bmws-luxury-electric-saloon-i7-m70-xdrive-offers-performance-and-poise Mon, 24 Nov 2025 02:00:39 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Forget handbags and Labubus, luxury candles have transitioned from decor pieces to collectibles that speak volumes about your style and taste. While candles aren’t exactly a new must-have – the trend was pioneered by heritage brands such as Cire Trudon and Diptyque – these practical items have been elevated into decorative and sensory objects for private spaces and beyond. In the past decade, the market has only heated up as luxury lifestyle and fashion brands have launched their own covetable... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3333358/how-brands-are-reimagining-candles-art-form-loewe-hong-kongs-becandle https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3333358/how-brands-are-reimagining-candles-art-form-loewe-hong-kongs-becandle Wed, 19 Nov 2025 15:00:10 +0000 Josh Sims Josh Sims Duyi Han is rarely overwhelmed by digital technology – because he’s native to it. “Though you can still scroll too much,” he laughs. “The [digital world] has allowed me [to] research, edit, experiment and render my ideas about visual culture. Without it I would have to [spend] a lot of time in libraries. And I already don’t feel like I have enough time.” Aptly enough for an artist and designer who is often immersed in screens, 31-year-old Han is one of just four recently selected by Apple’s... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3329628/meet-duyi-han-shanghai-born-designer-selected-apples-designers-tomorrow-initiative https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3329628/meet-duyi-han-shanghai-born-designer-selected-apples-designers-tomorrow-initiative Mon, 20 Oct 2025 07:00:32 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Glassware is often the last item you choose for your home, mainly because it tends to fall into the more practical – read: boring – category. For years everyday items such as cups, wine glasses and carafes didn’t break the mould when it came to cutting-edge design – but that’s all changing. Glassware is having its moment in the spotlight as it transitions from the dining table into a decorative item used throughout the home. The glassware category now boasts unique products and new players... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3324716/how-modern-designers-are-transforming-glassware-mere-dining-table-staples-decorative-accents https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3324716/how-modern-designers-are-transforming-glassware-mere-dining-table-staples-decorative-accents Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:00:16 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre Rick Owens, Temple of Love American designer Rick Owens, who has called Paris home since 2003, is the subject and artistic director of an exhibition at Palais Galliera museum. Since moving to the French capital, the Los Angeles-born designer, who established his eponymous label in 1992, has been wowing his devoted fans with unforgettable shows, most of them held at the nearby Palais de Tokyo. The exhibition, titled “Rick Owens, Temple of Love”, will display more than 100 outfits, and also... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3312492/summer-2025-exhibitions-rick-owens-unforgettable-aesthetic-jenny-savilles-striking-self-portraits https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3312492/summer-2025-exhibitions-rick-owens-unforgettable-aesthetic-jenny-savilles-striking-self-portraits Wed, 04 Jun 2025 03:00:10 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Missoni Home This year marks the second collaboration between Missoni Home and Italian outdoor furniture company Roda – the design powerhouses reworked some of Roda’s most sought-after collections. For instance, this snazzy director’s chair, which hails from the Orson line, features Missoni’s signature zigzag-stripes in blazing hues of brown, orange, beige and white. Longchamp French designer and cabinetmaker Pierre Renart has been appointed by Longchamp to help create two original pieces of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3312092/discover-best-salone-del-mobile-milano-2025-where-top-names-including-louis-vuitton-fendi-armani https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3312092/discover-best-salone-del-mobile-milano-2025-where-top-names-including-louis-vuitton-fendi-armani Wed, 28 May 2025 06:02:53 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre It’s easy to get swept up by the excitement of Milan – from its fashion weeks that see thousands descend upon the fashion capital, to its rich legacy of art. But visitors often pay a trip to the Italian city for a more straightforward reason: shopping. Beyond the usual names in the luxury shopping districts, here are three labels to check out on your next trip for a sweet souvenir to take home. Fornasetti This lifestyle label needs little introduction – its objects adorned with the likeness of... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3310424/insiders-guide-shopping-milan-fornasettis-bestselling-lina-cavalieri-objects-massimo-albas-classic https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3310424/insiders-guide-shopping-milan-fornasettis-bestselling-lina-cavalieri-objects-massimo-albas-classic Sat, 17 May 2025 10:00:12 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso There’s plenty to say about what it means to be cultured in this day and age – one of the few words in our modern vernacular which invites some debate depending on who you ask. Perhaps what comes to mind is less a description and more a feeling not too far off from the first sip of a cool glass of aged and refined whisky – something which feels fresh and evocative, deeply personal and always thought-provoking. For the previously uninitiated such as myself, entry into the world of whisky came... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3310281/how-scottish-whisky-brand-dalmore-redefines-culture-through-art-and-design-its-3rd-luminary-series https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3310281/how-scottish-whisky-brand-dalmore-redefines-culture-through-art-and-design-its-3rd-luminary-series Wed, 14 May 2025 07:20:42 +0000 Kavita Daswani Kavita Daswani Anne Geddes is celebrated worldwide for her profoundly imaginative photography – an infant curled up within the velvety scarlet petals of a giant rose, nestled atop a swirling red and white woollen hat, or sleepily perched on a luscious pumpkin. Her whimsical yet powerful images of babies have become iconic, earning her coveted private commissions across the globe. The Australian-born, New York-based photographer traces the start of her career back to Hong Kong, where she lived in the 1980s.... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3309273/how-family-photographer-went-work-dior-and-celine-dion-anne-geddes-started-out-taking-snaps-hong https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3309273/how-family-photographer-went-work-dior-and-celine-dion-anne-geddes-started-out-taking-snaps-hong Sun, 11 May 2025 04:00:10 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Calligraphy is having a moment in the spotlight – and you can thank the internet for it. Over the past few years social media feeds have been dominated by influencers showing off their latest brushstroke techniques on Reels, while online courses have brought traditional forms of decorative writing to a new audience looking to express themselves creatively. “I was initially attracted to calligraphy because it looked so beautiful. I ended up learning everything online and am completely... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3307713/discovering-calligraphy-china-cartier-how-traditional-form-writing-experiencing-resurgence-thanks https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3307713/discovering-calligraphy-china-cartier-how-traditional-form-writing-experiencing-resurgence-thanks Fri, 02 May 2025 03:00:09 +0000 Flowers have always been considered an important element in interior design and continue to bloom in various forms across the home, from prints and patterns on furniture and textiles to art on the wall. Whether you want to create a look that’s cool and contemporary or traditional and elegant, florals lend themselves to a multitude of different styles and tastes, making them the ultimate design tool. Incorporating fresh blooms inside the home is also one of the easiest and simplest ways to... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3305074/how-make-your-home-bloom-plus-5-tips-perfect-floral-display-choosing-seasonal-blossoms-and-best-vase https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3305074/how-make-your-home-bloom-plus-5-tips-perfect-floral-display-choosing-seasonal-blossoms-and-best-vase Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:00:08 +0000 Thomas Heatherwick wants to banish boredom from the built environment. “We’re living through a quiet, global catastrophe of boring buildings that make us sick, stressed and depressed, while simultaneously destroying our planet,” reads the homepage of the English designer’s Humanise campaign, launched in October 2023. His book, Humanise: A Maker’s Guide to Building Our World, was published the same month. In Hong Kong last December for Business of Design Week (BODW), Heatherwick delivered the... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3303632/designer-thomas-heatherwick-seeks-humanise-architecture-he-built-british-pavilion-2010-shanghai https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3303632/designer-thomas-heatherwick-seeks-humanise-architecture-he-built-british-pavilion-2010-shanghai Mon, 24 Mar 2025 09:04:43 +0000 “Ninety-nine per cent of my job is discarding projects,” says Rodrigo Garcia Alvarez, the Uruguayan founder of luxury candle brand Amen Candles, with a laugh. Based on his brand’s limited but expertly curated output in the few years since its inception in 2020, that’s not so hard to believe. Largely thanks to Alvarez’s uncompromising dedication to crafting beautiful scented candles as easy on the eye as they are on the environment – Amen is known for its commitment to using mycelium packaging,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3301411/amen-candles-founder-building-plastic-free-future-mycelium-packaging-and-picasso-collaborations https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3301411/amen-candles-founder-building-plastic-free-future-mycelium-packaging-and-picasso-collaborations Sat, 08 Mar 2025 04:00:16 +0000 If there’s one place to be in 2025, it’s Expo 2025 in Osaka, running from April 13 to October 13, where Cartier is making a statement with the Women’s Pavilion. More than an exhibition, it’s a conversation – a space where stories, ideas, and actions converge to spotlight the role of women in shaping a better future. Cartier has long championed the belief that when women thrive, the world thrives. That ethos fuels the Women’s Pavilion, which first made waves at Expo 2020 in Dubai and now returns... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3301500/style-edit-cartiers-womens-pavilion-expo-2025-osaka-designed-japanese-architect-yuko-nagayama-and https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3301500/style-edit-cartiers-womens-pavilion-expo-2025-osaka-designed-japanese-architect-yuko-nagayama-and Sat, 08 Mar 2025 02:00:20 +0000 Fashion is toying with a new craze. In the past few months social media has been awash with images of editors, celebrities and influencers showing off their latest plush toys, from Labubu dolls (Bryanboy and Blackpink’s Lisa are fans, and the company has collaborated with fashion labels such as Pronounce) to Jellycats. Galeries Lafayette in China has pioneered a new “comfort shopping” area called Gift Market, which is packed with customers shopping for cuddly toys such as TeddyTales. Even... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3300463/blackpinks-lisa-and-influencer-bryanboy-love-collectibles-even-thai-prime-minister-paetongtarn https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3300463/blackpinks-lisa-and-influencer-bryanboy-love-collectibles-even-thai-prime-minister-paetongtarn Sun, 02 Mar 2025 05:00:07 +0000 When fashion and luxury brands started to expand into the hotel sector – Versace being a pioneer when they opened their first “palazzo” in Australia in September 2000 – they were tapping into what would become a potentially lucrative market. A few decades on and many of the same names are hoping to strike gold again by venturing into a new segment in hospitality: branded residences. “Luxury fashion brands have taken these collaborations a step further, embracing their unparalleled design ethos,... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3298702/these-luxury-residences-are-100-cent-designer-how-armani-karl-lagerfeld-and-dolce-gabbana-are https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3298702/these-luxury-residences-are-100-cent-designer-how-armani-karl-lagerfeld-and-dolce-gabbana-are Sat, 15 Feb 2025 23:00:13 +0000 On its launch in 2003, the BMW X3 blazed a spectacular trail, pioneering one of the most popular contemporary vehicle types and becoming the first premium mid-size SUV on the market. Over 20 years later, the fourth and latest generation of this revolutionary vehicle has been born – and it continues to take giant steps forward, with a sportier appearance, more streamlined interiors, upgraded technological features and a big boost in power. It comes in three models: the X3 20 xDrive, the X3 20... https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/article/3294193/style-edit-bmws-new-generation-x3-suv-boasts-sportier-design-advanced-tech-and-powerful-hybrid https://www-scmp-com.libproxy1.nus.edu.sg/magazines/style/lifestyle/article/3294193/style-edit-bmws-new-generation-x3-suv-boasts-sportier-design-advanced-tech-and-powerful-hybrid Mon, 13 Jan 2025 02:00:11 +0000