Goodbye 2015 | Usher in the new year with some party ideas
As 2015 draws to a close, you might want a quiet night in to think about your new year’s resolutions, or you could throw a party to bid 2015 and all the bad things that it has contained adieu and welcome 2016 with open arms. In case you have no idea how to go about it, here are some ingredients to a great party. Make a list, check it twice, make sure you don’t miss out any of your dear friends. Beautiful invitation cards by LaLunaDesigns Make a Garland (by Vicky Barone) Have
Pan’s Boathouse Residence | Inspired by the stylistic wonders of the film, Pan
Pan movie posters via official website Released in September 2015, Pan aspired to tell an origin story of J.M. Barrie’s beloved children’s tale, Peter Pan. Despite its less than stellar showing at the box office and negative reviews, the production managed to snag award nominations for its stunning visuals. As the film transits from the austere orphanage set in World War II London to the fantasy night sky of the flying pirate ship; to the steampunk gunmetal gloom of the mines
Kitchen Countertops Part IV – Concrete & Stainless Steel | Finale in a series of introductions t
In the concluding chapter of our series, we will look at two underrated countertops that ought to be more popular than they currently are in Singaporean homes – Concrete and Stainless Steel. Concrete Concrete as a design element for home décor (think candle holders and planters) has been trending for several years. The material itself of course has a much longer history of being used in the construction of buildings and large structures. Used extensively by Japanese architect
Kitchen Countertops Part III – Wood | Third in a series of introductions to a variety of kitchen cou
Considering the wide range of wood grain selection in all tones and textures available in laminates, the popularity of wood grains is indisputable. It is also a key component in Scandinavian and Industrial designs that is widely interpreted in many design firms’ portfolios of late. Part 3 of the kitchen countertops series will explore bringing this wood element onto our kitchen tops. Hardwood / Solid Wood Although not as commonly used in Singapore, few other materials can com
Kitchen Countertops Part II – Stones | Second in a series of introductions to a variety of kitchen c
After last week’s introduction to solid surface, a synthetic material, this week we will look at natural and engineered stones. Due to limitations to the size of slabs, joint lines are inevitable for long kitchen countertops. Granite Granite is one of the most popular choices for countertops in Singapore due to its durability. It is extremely hard, heat resistant and highly scratch resistant. Being a natural stone, every piece is naturally unique in colour and pattern. Its on
