2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (607+ words) At Van Cleef & Arpels, watchmaking becomes a stage, where lovers on bridges, ballerinas, fairies and blooming gardens come alive on the dial in a dreamlike "Poetry of Time" universe. As a relatively new watch journalist in the industry a few…...

7+ hour, 58+ min ago  (288+ words) Two creations showcase Van Cleef & Arpels" long-standing poetic approach to time, drawing inspiration from the night sky and the art of travel. At the heart of Van Cleef & Arpels" watchmaking philosophy lies the concept of "Poetry of Time", where each…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago  (478+ words) Tina Koyama left Silicon Valley to build a future for Japan's handmade traditions. Five years on, her Kyoto-based studio, POJ, works with more than 20 craft traditions and has turned cultural preservation into a viable business model. What makes this loss…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (1262+ words) Delayed by the pandemic, URA's 20 Under 45 returns with an expanded cohort of 23 " including three above 45. We speak to several selectees about the long game of practice, what inspires them, and what Singapore needs to design better. "The 20 Under 45 architects' body…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago  (378+ words) In a dense neighbourhood, greenery and controlled views soften the sense of exposure and create a more restful atmosphere. As I entered this semi-detached house in eastern Singapore, a sculptural bonsai tree greeted me. Placed in a courtyard beside the…...

3+ week, 13+ hour ago  (670+ words) Taking over Jenggala's top position in a time of crisis, Ade Waworuntu managed to turn her family's company into an iconic ceramics brand used in prestigious international gatherings as well as private residences. If you happen to be staying at…...

3+ week, 3+ day ago  (1335+ words) This corner terrace in Singapore pairs breezy openness with tropical calm, with spaces designed for hosting, raising children and making memories over time. On a quiet street in western Singapore, amid a row of houses that traces the neighbourhood's architectural…...

1+ mon, 13+ hour ago  (937+ words) The founders of Open Studio believe the best spaces don't impose a design on you " they're built around how you actually use them. The result is homes and businesses that feel, above all, personal. Tan was travelling with her husband…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (1108+ words) The Brewin Design Office founder explains why originality matters more than mood boards " and how craft and machine-made solutions can coexist in his luxury hotel projects. On paper, Robert Cheng is the perfect poster child for today's craft-obsessed world. The…...

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (33+ words) CNA Luxury Architect Chan Soo Khian returns to his roots with luxury hotel Soori Penang in George Town...