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BATHROOM SPECIAL Taps, washbasins and showerheads galore.

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4H O T S E A T G J C H A I RMuch like all Danish furniture, the GJ chair features strong, clean lines and looks effortlessly modern and stylish.

A R T M I M I M A S H U DThis illustrators work is inspired by her travels.

P E O P L E C H A N M U N I N NMaking every design to measure is this architects work philosophy.

A R T I R E N E H O F FThis Dutch artist creates fables in her collages.

A R T E Y E O N S I N G A P O R EGet to know more about contemporary art from local artists Donna Ong and Genevieve Chua.

P E O P L E M A R K Y O N GChairman of Singaplural and marketing director of Ewins.

C H E C K O U T B A T T E R Y A C I D C L U BClean, minimalist and cool describes the interior of this caf.

T R E N D F R O Z E N I N F U R N I T U R EResin is being used in innovative ways to play up the natural beauty of organic material in the process, creating pieces akin to art.

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6P L A C E S W E L O V EGreat design can be found everywhere if you know where to look. Heres a list of places that never fail to awe.

S T Y L E S O A K E DThe design of your bathroom and whats in it, is as important as the cleansing effect of water. Weve rounded up the best-looking tubs, faucets, washbasins, showerheads and more.

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8A B O L D M O V ELarge colourful paintings, statement-making furnishings and hypnotic patterned tiles come together to create beautiful, dramatic interiors in this home.

D A R I N G T O B E D I F F E R E N TNo major renovation here. This couple transformed their apartment simply with decorations.

A N E L E G A N T B A S EIn this simple, streamlined white space, its the many treasured items from friends and family that enrich the interiors with meaning.

A R A W A P P E A LA major reconstruction revealed raw elements that worked to the advantage of this interiors industrial loft style.

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F U L L O F C H A R A C T E RAt just 506sqf, this cheery apartment is home not just to Norman and Judy, but also to Astroboy and Tintin!

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B A R E M I N I M U M These designers live by theadage that less is more.

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This month, the team searched voraciously for interesting nooks and crannies around Klang Valley, and we unearthed some gems. Combined with our colleagues across the causeway, we present 80 of the best loved places around KL and Singapore.

We roll out our bathroom special, where we find the latest in taps, tubs, basins and more. Perhaps its time to give your bathroom a makeover.

In addition to these great features, we have a story on how to choose art for your home, as well as a spotlight on four designers who embrace minimalism.

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definitely too stylish for the schoolroom. Its designed by

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Vintage Rulers is also available with a pattern of smaller rulers. Each roll

(48.7cm by 1000cm) covers 53sqf. NLXL is available through Dream Interiors.

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Much like all Danish furniture, the GJ chair features strong, clean lines and looks effortlessly modern and stylish. Lauded for its unique shape, it won first prize in a design competition organised by British newspaper Daily Mail in 1963. The sculptural form, made of two pieces of moulded plywood, was extremely complex to manufacture then, so only 300 copies were produced. In 2008, Lange Production was chosen to relaunch the pieces.

Danish furniture designer Grete Jalk was well known for her bold, curved designs, many of which were sought after not just for commercial purposes, but also for exhibitions and private collections. Initially a philosophy and modern languages student, she picked up design in 1940 at the Design School for Women, and continued her education with the Danish Design School in 1946. Many of her creations were inspired by Charles Eames moulded plywood pieces.

Shortly after designing the GJ chair, Grete created a companion side table, the GJ nesting table, which was built in collaboration with cabinet-maker Poul Jeppesen. Both are now available through Lange Production.

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The GJ Chair is available in several types of wood, including teak, Oregon pine and black-stained ashwood.

A pen is mightier than a sword. This is exceptionally true for a freelance illustrator who draws her travel experiences using pens on Moleskin sketchbooks.

I am from Bandar Baru Bangi, Mimi says. I have a brother who does 3D visualisations and a sister who bakes cupcakes. The graduate of Monash University, Australia has five years working experience as a multimedia designer (a job she quit due to her passion for hand-drawing, doodling and urban sketching).

Albeit having a certain cartoonish element to her drawings, there are realistic sceneries, subjects and people with a very refined touch to it. Her favourite artists, Guy Delisles Jerusalem, Florent Chavouets Tokyo on Foot and Craig Thompsons Carnet de Voyage books sparked her idea of a travelogue.

Mimi not only draws, but writes her own dialogues in the comics detailing her travels. She loves reading the works of Haruki Murakami and Lorrie Moore and that on its own, influenced her writing, dialogue-wise.

Her first book Beijing in 5 Days, reveals Mimis first package tour with her family of five while the second travelogue Kuala Terengganu in 7 Days documents her travel to her mothers hometown. Although currently tied up with her freelance illustration projects to produce her third travelogue, Mimi says she is planning to go on a few trips this year. We wonder where her next destination will be - Langkawi, Penang, Alor Setar, Selangor, Thailand?

On normal days, you may bump into her at two of her favourite places. But be forewarned! Mimi may be heavily armed with a fresh supply of books, comics and stationaries from Kinokuniya and Cziplee. I cant stop buying them! And when she puts her pen and notebooks aside, Mimi plays Threes on her iPad and runs in several marathons. As for now, we await her latest travelogue with anticipation.

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F R O M L E F TKuala Terengganu in 7 Days depicts her travelling experience to her mothers hometown; Feast your eyes on the local food from Kuala Terengganu.

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I am from Bandar Baru Bangi, Mimi says. I have a brother who does 3D visualisations and a sister who bakes cupcakes.

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I work in a studio in the middle of the rice fields. My mind is calmed by a big fish pond and it is a place where my creativity works in full force, says Dutch artist, Irene Hoff.

Coming from a farm in North Holland, Irene currently resides in Bali with her children. The artist received a degree in HR management and her initial move to Jakarta, Indonesia was due to her work as a consultant in a telecommunications company.

Irene extended her stay when her former boyfriend found a job in Jakarta. After her split with him, she moved to Hong Kong for two years and Vietnam for five years before settling down in Bali, a place she loves and used to have a hard time leaving when she visited the island from Jakarta.

I loved to draw as a child but my career as an artist begun coincidentally with a collage I made for my oldest daughter. People loved the piece and orders started coming in, Irene recalls. It has been 10 years since. Today, she produces numerous pop

art and collage works, some of which are inspired by her children such as her HEROIC series. She uses a Playmobil toy as her main subject.

The Playmobil toy has a lot of sentimental value to me. I used to play with them and now my kids do too. To be honest, I still love to play with them, Irene says. I am attracted to the bright colours and the smaller details incorporated in a piece of art. You can only see them if you take a closer look. I want my pieces of art to narrate an exciting story. In her World of Beast series, Irene chooses animals as her subjects. Her collage comprises striking colours, patterns and motifs to give it a certain vibrancy, detail and life. Once an artwork is completed, I send the image to my brother who writes the stories about these animals. There is always a moral element behind the exciting stories he writes, she says. They are incorporated with traditional Eastern and Western influenced fables which are suitable for children. If I could create my own story, I would

This Dutch art ist creates her own fables in her collage works.

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T O P L E F TFlying like a dragon.

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create a world where people live together in harmony. The overlapping and placement of each cut-to-perfection material seem to belong to a specific area and in a precise order. With careful plans and well-thought out concept, she keeps everything contained and neat within a canvas, something that we least expect in a collage. Visually, this somehow gives it an Indonesian and Japanese touch. Irene further accentuates a birds characteristics through colours and movements such as Hanging in There and Flying Like a Dragon from the World of Beast collection.

To depict them, Irene uses acrylic paint with print coated paper which has patterns she designed herself. She says

she chose the pop art medium because, it simplifies things and gets rid of the unnecessary details, yet, it shows the relevance of what you need to see. She intends to give resin a try. I think it gives a nice thick coating, a different feel and texture to a piece of artwork.

At a glance, questions come into mind. Where does her inspiration come from? What runs through her mind when shes working on her art? Where does she get her materials? How did she visualise where each element should be placed? Does she sketch them out first?

Inspired by the world and the challenges faced by human beings, Irene intends to inspire people to have the drive to achieve their own goals through

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her art. I believe in the law of attractions and feel that people should keep believing. I refer to my kids who have pure dreams and sense they can do and create anything they want. I hope that my paintings can give a bit of power and happiness to the world.

Her artworks make good interior decorations. A good piece of art will be the focal point of a room. Since my art pieces contain small details, the bigger ones will look better. It works even if the room is small. I believe art gives out good energy boost and sparks creativity in others to help them reach their own dreams and visions.

Impressed by many talented artists who are yet to be discovered in Bali, Irene collects

art together with her business partner and sells them under the Art Auxion. We hope to get these artists known internationally, the artist says. Irenes significant accomplishments include her collaboration with hotel owner, Melanie Hall to create art pieces for Luna2 Studiotel in Bali. Moreover, the artist had her first solo exhibition with the HEROIC series at TAKSU Bali. I am more confident. I am ready to make the next step up the ladder and get my art out of Asia and have it inspire people. That is already happening, she says.

Irene exhibited her art in countries such as Bali and Singapore at the beginning of this year and at the Affordable Art Fair in London and New York back in

March. I would first like to keep going on the road and slowly spread my art all over the world so I can touch positively, peoples lives from a distance.

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What distinguishes EDI from its peers?We wouldnt consider EDI a trendy design office but instead a design office that tries to avoid trends. EDIs main focus is residential and that there is a need to allow for the design of each home to develop through time. Timelessness is something that we try to achieve.

What is your design philosophy? Made to measure. Each home is different and is only defined by each owner that uses it. Our philosophy is always to place homeowners needs over design; the design has to work for them and not the other way around.

Do you have any tips for homeowners when it comes to decoration/renovation?Be prepared and honest with yourself on what you really want and what you really need. There is a fine line between the needs and the wants and that each homeowner can go overboard with the wants. Get help from professionals and trust them to give you their best advice.

It has been said that architecture is driven by humans desire to compete, i.e. bigger buildings, grander interiors. What is your thought on this?Size doesnt really matter in this case. Bigger does not mean better when it comes to design and that a well thought out and crafted intermediate terrace house can sometimes provide better spatial qualities than a large generic bungalow.

What are your views on the interior design and architecture industry in Malaysia?The industry is quite mixed with a host of practices focusing on design trends and constantly chasing that trend. A handful of designers are starting to understand that design moves beyond that of the surface materials and is starting to look at spatial qualities and composition within the interior spaces.

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ARCHITECT OF ESSENTIAL DESIGN INTEGRATED (EDI)

ESSENTIAL DESIGN INTEGRATED IS AT 57 JALAN SS22/19, DAMANSARA JAYA, SELANGOR, TEL: +603-7727-0199.

L E F TEDI changed the main entrance of this house from the front to the side.

B O T T O MThe J House in Subang Jaya features a courtyard that lets in natural light.

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Founded by two graphic designers and a collector-cum-curator, Ooi Swiss Tee, Aaron Tan Song Hau and Foo Hsiang Hsien aspire to educate people about design through the mix of German and local products in a shop located within the caf.

Even as items from a designer named Dieter Rams are featured on a desk in the front portion of the shop, the small and cosy shop boasts the best vintage finds of army clothes, best-selling Braun watches, Lamy pens, Obsolete & Co.s vintage stationaries, design books, authentic Vietnam War watches from World War II and pieces of furniture including Eames LAR armchair.

It is a place where Swiss narrates an interesting story about design to her customers. Did you know Jonathan Ives (Apples senior vice president of Design) was inspired by Braun? she asks. We want to communicate with our customers. We didnt want a caf where customers would leave after having a cup of coffee, says Swiss who is in charge of retail.

Meanwhile, a trained barista from Artisan Caf, Aaron, mans the espresso machine under the BAC neon lighting. He also designs the labels of their cold-pressed juices. At BAC, they offer a variety of homemade pastries and outsourced cakes and tarts to go with your coffee.

They can be savoured from a choice of modular seats, a stand-alone long table or al-fresco. Our space, which is designed by SWOT Design Group, is able to accommodate various workshops and art events. The modular seatings are removable and on top of that, we installed railings to hang artwork easily, says, Hsiang Hsien.

Situated among a row of shop lots depicting their concept of the 70s to the late 80s look, Battery Acid Club looks like a well-designed lab devoid of a signboard from the outside.

BATTERY ACID CLUB IS AT 21, JALAN SS21/34, DAMANSARA UTAMA, 47400, PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR (NEAR KAYU ARA), TEL: +603-7733-9682.

B E L O W [From top] a desk displaying the works of Dieter Rams; a kitchen counter; interior of Battery Acid Club; Passion Fruit Meringue tart and Dark Chocolate Mousse Raspberry tart from Lings Kitchen.

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A B O V EDonna shares that as a result of living in Singapore, where most of her time is spent indoors, many of her installations tend to be confined in small spaces, too.

R I G H TOne of Donnas earlier works include the eerie but fascinating Secret Interiors: Chrysalis installation, where dolls are preserved in jars.

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How was it like when you started your career as an artist?In Goldsmiths College in the UK, where I studied Fine Art, it was all about how to make art and how to critique your own art, but they dont teach you how to write for grants or how to get an exhibition. And, unfortunately, I was very naive about those things.

But it was an enjoyable time as well, because nobody had seen my artwork before, and there was a sense of freedom in not having expectations. Now, when people come to see my work, theres a certain fear that they might say its not as good as the last one, or that its not what they expected.

Give us a brief summary of your art installations.My early works were always about play and make-believe. I try to look at childrens games for example, pretending that the space under the table is a cave and playing them seriously as an adult.

Now, I build my own environments in my works, but also include more history in them. Im also interested in tropical greenhouses in the West, and how the Westerners fascination with the tropics hasnt faded.

What do you hope your works can achieve?For people to have a more layered view of life. So that the next time you see a kid playing with a doll, you not only remember your own childhood memories, but also the experience of viewing my installations. Art is about having a richer perspective its like experiencing life with surround sound.

What does it mean to be a contemporary artist in our current times?Its really fantastic. There arent any barriers between what can be art, and what is art.

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It is assumed that contemporary art is strange and wonderful, and that you can use any medium.

But the art market is also very much part of the scene. You have the integrity of the work, which is what youd like to make, but you also need to look at the market, and make work which can fit into peoples homes, or can be sold.

A balance needs to be achieved, and in order to survive and keep on making work, artists sometimes have to create works which might not fit with their vision.

G EN E V I E V E C H U A Intrigued by the wilderness, Genevieve Chua, 31, is a visual artist who tackles the ideas of fear and the loss of control in her works. Since bagging the National Arts Councils Young Artist Award in 2009, her works have evolved to include photography, painting and installation.

Tell us more about your work at the Prudential Eye Awards exhibition.The Cascade Underground & Upper Floors (pictured top) is a diptych (two separate, but connected, works) that I did in 2012.

The dots on the work are from an ultrasound scan of a reservoir in Singapore. On each piece is a blueprint of a shopping mall, and the building appears to be flooded. I was interested in the sense of vertigo, and hoped to bring across the feeling of urgency and speed with very few visual elements. Its basically a work thats made up of dots and lines.

What is your work process like?As a full-time artist, I cannot just rely on inspiration, because inspiration comes on a whim. I generate ideas by creating a routine. I wake up very early in the morning, go to the studio at Goodman Arts Centre, and basically try and work on different things.

Many of them may fail but, maybe once a week, I have a breakthrough in which I find something new to explore, and Ill go with that.

What are some qualities an emerging artist should possess? Its important to be self-aware and discerning, as our generation is overstimulated, especially by the Internet.

Everything also moves at a frenzied pace, but it doesnt mean that art has to move in that speed. For example, I need to be very clear of what Im interested in at the moment, then move on to bigger, better things in the future. Young artists also need to understand that people take turns being in the limelight, and that limelight moves towards or away from you very quickly.

What makes a good piece of contemporary art?What makes an effective piece I wouldnt say good is if it lingers in your mind for more than 24 hours. Even if you find yourself still hating it after a day, it makes for good conversation.

How should one better appreciate contemporary art?Audiences often snap a picture and move on. But I think its important to look at the artwork as part of the artists whole trajectory. People often forget that artworks are chronological, and the artists journey can be very textured and interesting to learn from.

R I G H TGenevieves personal challenge now is to show a new way of viewing things through abstract visual elements.

B E L O WPart of her Ultrasound series, this piece of artwork features ultrasound scans of a reservoir in Singapore.

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Polish designer Wiktoria Szawiel captures the immaterial qualities (such as temperature and light) of Eastern European landscapes familiar to her within physical objects. The Landscapes Within collection comprises a chair, a side table, stools and vessels, each with their own recipe of wicker or rattan cast into different resins for a variety of textures and opacities. www.wiktoriaszawiel.com

L E F T The weathered textures (created from the burrowing of shipworms) of the oak mooring poles in the Venetian canals are preserved and celebrated in the Bent Bench by Italian design firm Alcarol. Resin and thin pieces of wood were used to create the linear structure, so it looks like a single folded plank. www.alcarol.com

L E F TThe Bloom collection of dining, coffee and side tables by British Columbia-based MTH Woodworks puts the focus firmly on the growth rings of tree trunks. The cedar and birch used is salvaged from Vancouver Island, and combined with a flat resin surface, highlighting the beauty of the wood. www.mthwoodworks.com

A B O V E Souvenir of the Last Century by Italian art and design collective Nucleo makes use of reclaimed discarded antique furniture. These are encased in amber-toned resin, embodying a fossil-like appearance and the idea of preserving craftsmanship from the past. Made exclusively for Gabrielle Ammann Gallery in Cologne. www.nucleo.to

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A B O V E , L E F TAlthough Mark graduated with a business degree, his interest lies in design, especially typography.

B E L O WFormerly the Central Police Station, this iconic building on Beach Road will be home to Singaplural.

MARK Y O N G

CHAIRMAN OF SINGAPLURAL AND MARKETING DIRECTOR OF EWINS

Singapore is a good conduit for Asean designers and the global audience.

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Things are really picking up for the design scene in the Asean region, Mark Yong confidently remarks. As the marketing director of furniture fittings company Ewins, his work brings him into contact with European suppliers. They started probing him about business opportunities within South-east Asia a couple of years ago, and interest has been high. At the same time, companies based in our neighbouring countries are looking to Singapore as a platform to reach out to the global audience. Im like a matchmaker now, he confesses jovially.

That is exactly what Singaplural, a week-long design event hosted by the Singapore Furniture Industries Council, which showcases the different disciplines of design, aims to do.

To take Singapores design to an international level, a unique branding is

needed. We cannot rely on our former reputation as original equipment manufacturers, because well lose out in the price game we need something unique in order to compete, says Mark, who is chairing Singaplurals organising committee this year.

As the anchor event of Singapore Design Week, Singaplurals fourth edition will see design installations, talks, tours and exhibitions consolidated at a singular venue. It was also designed to reach out to the masses and celebrate the beauty of design.

Theres going to be a real festival atmosphere down at the site! Mark quips, revealing that performance artists, as well as creative food and beverage vendors, will be part of the festivity.

He laments that local businesses do not yet readily invest in design to propel their businesses to greater heights, such as those in Japan and South Korea. Yet, he is optimistic that as the design industry here matures, it wont be too long before the public respects and appreciates the essence of design.

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BW Furnitures new showroom doesnt just feature furniture. Its 6,000sqf location is sectioned into three spaces, Club BW, Club House and Club Meatballs, a restaurant-showroom concept designed by Geila Daughtrey of Rockett Studio.

This gastropub is a joint venture with the folks behind sandwich cafe Sarnies, and the mix-and-match menu allows diners to choose from a selection of meatballs and sauces, offering up to 125 variations.

From the designer furnishings to the retro floor tiles inspired by the motifs of old butchers and grocery shops, its interiors are a visual feast. Walk through the back of Club Meatballs and youll find Club BW, a cosy office with a meeting room-cum-semi-private dining area that is a contrast against the loftiness of the Club House opposite it. Filled with indoor palm trees and furniture

from the 20 brands under BW, the Club House functions as a showroom and a public working area. Simply make a purchase at the food kiosk to enjoy free usage of the space and its private office pods.

Previously a lacklustre-looking food court, the lively space now features eccentric furniture sculptures by students from the Lasalle College of the Arts. Putting the space together was akin to working on a massive jigsaw puzzle, says Geila. With its pieces aligned, this trendy site is now complete.

L E F TThe meatball-centric restaurant features lighting from EOQ, tables from Fritz Hansen, and bar stools from Hay.

B E L O WThis stylishly designed raised platform, which occupies part of Club BW, is where some staff work.

B E L O W , L E F TThe Club House, which has hosted wedding receptions, quiz nights and yoga classes, can be booked for free with the purchase of a food-and-beverage package.

B O T T O MDesigned to resemble a shipping container, the facade of the food kiosk is a nod to the way BW imports its products.

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Not many furniture stores can boast that all of their products have been created from materials sourced from within the nation, but Deep Living can. It has made a name for itself by designing unique pieces of furniture since 2011.

Nestled in the heart of Putrajayas beautiful new IOI City Mall, Deep Livings new outlet houses a plethora of quality furniture. Their Creative Director and Consultant, Blaine Robert utilises materials that are available locally and brings his creative vision to life in their Shah Alam factory.

You can find plush sofas, elegant dining tables and cozy chairs within the doors of Deep

Living. Look a little closer, and you will be spoilt for choice in the brightly lit showroom. It goes to show you that you dont need the most exotic materials to make a house a home. All you need is a good eye and of course, quality products.

DEEP LIVING IS LOCATED AT LOT L2-49, IOI CITY MALL, LEBUH IRC, IOI RESORT CITY, 62502 PUTRAJAYA, SEPANG, SELANGOR

B E L O WThe Facade.

B O T T O MIts not every day when you see a powder-blue sofa set that seems to go well with everything.

A B O V EDeep Living offers unique pieces made from locally-available materials.

D E E P L I V I N GFURNITURE MADE FROM THE HEART OF THE COUNTRY

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HOMEDEC gives a whole new meaning to the GST acronym as it provides shoppers with a Good Shopping Time. Furthermore, shoppers who want to have a home makeover or refurbish your homes, can expect value-added services and complimentary products from exhibitors.

Besides the shopping experience, there are three different contests for you to participate in during the HOMEDEC event. Stand a chance to bring home cash rewards and great prizes worth up to RM210, 000 by participating in the HOMEDEC contest or RM5,000 when you snap a picture and write a funny caption about the Cuckoos giant rice cooker. You dont even have to make any purchase to win RM6,000 daily cash vouches sponsored by Alfo Design Sdn Bhd.

So, what are you waiting for? Mark your calendar. The event starts from 1 May to 4 May at Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre. There will be 380 exhibitors and 1,100 booths to browse and shop at.

G o o d S h o p p i n g T i m e a t H O M E D E C !

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ALTHOUGH GST WAS IMPLEMENTED ON 1 APRIL 2015, YOU DONT HAVE TO WORRY ABOUT THE PRICE TAG THAT COMES WITH HOME PRODUCTS. HOMEDEC KEEPS YOUR WORRIES AT BAY AS IT OFFERS UP TO 60 PERCENT DISCOUNTS.

PRE-REGISTER OR FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT, WWW.HOMEDEC.COM.MY OR WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/HOMEDEC.EXHIBITION

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BALANCEIN DESIGNFounded with the happiness and well-being of their clients in mind, Deep Living strives to bring balance by introducing exquisite pieces of furniture.

In a small studio of barely 1,200 square-feet, you find Deep Living, a furniture shop that mostly sells Italian imports. In 2011, it opened a second outlet in Georgetown, Penang, and then a main gallery in One City Malls Sky Park in SubangJaya with a 7,000 square-feet showroom. Deep Living expanded once more in February 2015, with its first concept store at IOI City Mall, Putrajaya

The brainchild of Blaine Robert, Creative Designer and Design Consultant, Deep Living is out to bring warmth and excitement to its clients via quality products, in order to meet their expectations and provide them the greatest satisfaction possible.

Deep Livings acre-long factory in Shah Alam brings Blaines creations to life, using materials that can be obtained locally. Every single piece of furniture produced here is customisable, unique, and is scrutinised according to the highest quality standards, where every stage of production is carefully monitored by Blaine and his team. Nothing leaves the factory without his stamp of approval.

There is rhyme and reason towards Blaines stringent standards. He believes that it is of utmost importance that there is clear knowledge about the core workings of design and manufacturing as well as attention to detail before one is able to create something fundamentally interesting. If the inside doesnt work, it wont be able to work on the outside, Blaine explained.

There is very little that we can control in our lives, but we can do so with our homes. So long as we pay attention to our surroundings and fill them with the things we love, we will all have the balance that all of us are working so hard to achieve. Finding this balance will give us peaceful, enriched lives, he says.

Thus, it can be said that Deep Living operates upon the principles of continuous innovation. Blaine highly encourages his employees to be constantly on their toes, to be always renewing their processes for the better, to discover any improvements to their designs, even in the way they manufacture their pieces. Thus, he believes that the constant training and improvement of his employees skills are highly necessary.

Deep Living does all of this because they are committed to their clients. The expression, We are buying clients, not selling furniture was used by Deep Living to ensure that they cultivate lasting, meaningful relationships with their clients, where their expectations are always met with respect.

A B O V E R I G H TComfort meets stylishness in this plush sofa set.

T O P L E F T An interesting leather chair that will make a great conversation starter.

R I G H T Simplicity meets functionality in this outdoor dining set.

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PLEASE VISIT HTTP://WWW.DEEPLIVING.COM.MY/V1/CONTACT-US/ FOR A FULL LIST OF DEEP LIVING OUTLETS AND SHOWROOMS.

We are buying clients, not selling furniture was used by Deep Living to ensure that they cultivate lasting, meaningful relationships with their clients, where their expectations are always met with respect.

M . A . D n e s s i s C o m i n g !

M.A.D Furniture is the brainchild of Matt and Dan, designers who spent over 10 years in every aspect of the furniture industry across Asia. They set up M.A.D in 2010 to satisfy their need to design and develop furniture that is not only useful, but also affordable and desirable for the modern and the urbane. Their tables and chairs are now sold in 20 countries worldwide, with operations based in Asia, including a product development and testing facility cum assembly plant in Southern China, aptly christened the M.A.D. lab. Their designs are fresh, innovative and contemporary, ensuring a complete product experience for all their clients.

J o t u n G l o b a l T r e n d s 2 0 1 5 Jotun released three new colour themes under their premium Majestic True Beauty range for the first time in South East Asia. The launch celebrated Everyday Beauty, Everyday Simplicity and Everyday Balance. Lisbeth Larsen, Global Colour Manager for Jotun stated that the themes were created in order to make choosing colours for the home an easy process, while maintaining harmony within the home. You can pick a green from one theme and not worry that the pink from another clashes with it. No matter what colours you have chosen, we have ensured that youve made the right choice, she says.

Larsen recommended blues for the bedroom to aid relaxation, nuances of red for the hallway to induce character and light greys for the living area.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT HTTP://WWW.JOTUN.COM/MY/EN/B2C/COLOURS-INSPIRATIONS/GLOBAL-TRENDS/INDEX.ASPX

VISIT WWW.QUELFURNITURE.COM

IKEA IS LOCATED AT MUTIARA DAMANSARA, PETALING JAYA.

F o r A l l o f B a b y s N e e d s

Having a newborn is a blessing indeed, a messy blessing, that is. That is why IKEA has come up with the new Sniglar changing table which comes with a shelf underneath the table so you can have all of your babys essentials within reach. What happens when your baby grows out of the table? Just take the changing mat away and youll have a new shelf!

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Mothers Day is the day to tell Mum you love and appreciate her. Since you are already going to give her a gift that will be treasured to no end, why not move a step further? Select any product from Royal Selangors large array of gifts and enjoy a complimentary personalisation service. Choose from laser or traditional engravings to make your gifts extra special.

Royal Selangor suggests the Revala Vase with a glass outer surface and a pewter inner vessel. Engrave your mothers initials on glass and make the gift hers in every way.

AVAILABLE AT ROYAL SELANGOR OUTLETS.

VISIT WWW.JANINE.COM.MY

C h r i s t i a n L a c r o i x N o u v e a u x M o n d e s N a t u r e a s a D r e a m

Enter an undiscovered world where the colours and textures are intense, where nothing is more spectacular and beautiful than nature itself. The new Christian Lacroix Maison collection for Designers Guild, Nouveaux Mondes brings us through dense rainforests teeming with exotic flora and fauna to the lush greenery of the Caribbean Isles. Each and every one of the new designs honour nature unspoiled and untouched through the dreams of a traveller.

Mariposa depicts multicoloured butterflies in all their beauty, while Canopy bursts with latticed exotic flowers, feathers and foliage. Barbade is the memory of wicker baskets laden with natures bounties and Pantigre teases with the glimpse of an ethereal panther, or was it a tiger?

LIULIGONGFANG IS LOCATED AT LOT 2.01.06LEVEL 2 FASHION AVENUE, PAVILION KUALA LUMPUR.

T i m e l e s s B e a u t y w i t h L i u l i g o n g f a n g

Liuli is the product of an ancient Chinese artform of glass-casting, where minerals are inserted into molten glass to create multi-coloured sculptures of pure beauty. This year, Liuligongfang brings us a collection synonymous with Chinese culture, wishing all a long, prosperous life.

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* The chair is upholstered with Tulum

Premium brand, Estelle has a variety of new fabric collections for you to choose from. Her new Acapulco collection includes the unique, Tulum. The soft and gentle movements of leafs offer a contemporary look indoors. Choose from a variety of colours such as soothing Peony, domineering Onyx, sharp and alluring Red and easy going Denim.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, GO TO WWW.GOODRICHGLOBAL.COM

ESTELLE IS AVAILABLE FROM ACACIA FABRICS. VISIT WWW.ACACIAFABRICS.COM

B l a c k , W h i t e a n d E v e r y t h i n g i n B e t w e e n

Here lies the riddle posed by time immemorial: black or white? Well, with Eiffingers new, simply named Black & White collection, you never have to choose between the two. Just have them both!

Incorporating various typographical designs, geometric prints, hounds-tooth, gingham and even damask prints in different combinations of black and white, there will surely be wallpapers from the collection that will match your space.

B r i n g H & M i n t o Y o u r H o m e

Cant get enough of H&M? Well, why dont you drop by H&M Home for items that you can decorate your home with? Our pick is this rose gold candlestick. Not only it has a beautiful, voluptuous base, but a sleek, straight flute to hold your candles well.

H&M HOME IS LOCATED AT AVENUE K, JALAN AMPANG, KUALA LUMPUR.

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The lack of space should not be a damper on the quality of your homes sound system. This is why Woox Innovations introduced the Phillips Fidelio line, featuring Phillips Crystal Clear Sound that reproduces the most minute sound details without distortion for up to 5 hours of music and 10 hours of movie playback per battery charge.

With its two detachable, wireless Bluetooth-enabled speakers, the Fidelio B5 soundbar provides a comprehensive and customisable listening experience, whether you are watching your favourite TV shows by day or the latest action film by night. It is powered by Dolby Digitals Dolby Pro Logic II technology, while being protected by a special cloth covering that resists dust and accidental liquid spills.

THE PHILLIPS FIDELIO B5 IS AVAILABLE AT ALL HARVEY NORMAN OUTLETS.

I n j e c t S o m e P e r s o n a l i t y i n t o Y o u r H o m e

Happiness, surprise and even anger are all moods and emotions that surround us as living, feeling humans. Enter Ainos new Idee Haha stools, which come in not only different colours, but also expressions.

What does your space feel like? Is it surprised, angry or winking at you?

VISIT WWW.AINO.COM.MY

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K e e p t h e C e n t r e o f Y o u r H o m e O r g a n i s e d

Ever since its invention, the telly has been the focal point of every living room to the point that we will be hard put to find any living space without it in its centre.

Hence, to prevent the central space of the living room organized and clutter-free, IKEA has released the Hemnes TV storage combination so that everything will have its own space for DVDs, books and even small pieces of art.

W h e r e L u x u r y a n d A r t C o l l i d e

Situated in Jakartas Kuningan commercial centre, right next to the Ciputra Artpreneur Centre that celebrates art and theatre in the city, Raffles Jakarta increases the companys global portfolio of hotel and resorts to 12. The hotel pays tribute to legendary Indonesian artist, Hendra Gunawan, where every inch of its walls is graced by his works. The hotel offers panoramic views of the city with floor-to-ceiling windows in each room.

The hotel will also launch its Signature Spa with six treatment rooms, comprehensive fitness centre, a Yoga terrace, tennis courts, swimming pools and a 300m jogging track on the 14th floor that goes through a Hendra Gunawan-inspired garden.

S p o t l i g h t T u r n s T o I P C

After opening its first store at Ampang Point last July, Spotlight has now expanded to IPC Shopping Centre. It is a store that caters to crafty hobbyists of all kinds, from party organisers, passionate home decorators and avid dressmakers. The IPC store will cover 2000 square metres, housing more than 70000 products ranging from home furnishings and decor, fabrics, right down to craft and hobby essentials. Sprucing up your home will be less stressful and indeed hassle free, said General Manager of Marketing for Spotlight, Jono Gelfand.

SPOTLIGHT IS LOCATED AT AMPANG POINT AND IKANO POWER CENTRE, VISIT SPOTLIGHTS WEBSITE WWW.SPOTLIGHT.COM.MY

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Doing the laundry is tedious, back-breaking work, which is why the wealthy hired washerwomen to do all their laundry for them in the years of yore. Samsungs new activedualwash comes with a built-in sink with water jets and a gentle scrubbing surface, providing a space to pre-treat stubborn spots so all the washing can be done within the laundry unit, saving effort and time while avoiding messes and back pain due to the sinks height, which negates the need to crouch while doing the laundry.

VISIT WWW.SAMSUNG.COM/MY/HOME.FURTHER INFORMATION ON THE COUNCILS ACTIVITIES CAN BE OBTAINED FROM WWW.MTC.COM.MY.

VISIT WWW.ATRIBUTE.ARMANI.COM/IT/ATRIBUTE-TO-HISTORY

Malaysian Timber was the star of the Malaysian International Furniture Fair Furniture Design Competition (MIFF FDC), sponsored by the Malaysian Timber Council (MTC) with the support of nine local timber manufacturers. The aim of the competition was to promote awareness about Malaysian timber as a versatile, beautiful and eco-friendly material which constituted 80% of Malaysian furniture exports.

Contestants were paired with the timber manufacturers to create their entries. Stephanie Ng impressed the judges by her simply-designed but well-executed Malaysian Red Balau chair, winning RM 10000 and accolades from the international jury, while Alice Lees multifunctional rattan cuboid piece and Wan Nur Hanis Merpauh-made Infinity Lounge Chair were the first and second-runners up.

W h e r e M a l a y s i a n T i m b e r Ta k e s C e n t r e S t a g e

H a p p y 4 0 t h A n n i v e r s a r y !

The #Atribute Project was launched in celebration of Giorgio Armanis 40th Anniversary. Share and show the world your tribute to Giorgio Armani through the website, www.atribute.armani.com. The platform is dedicated to Giorgio Armanis 40 years of existence in the fashion industry. It consists of forty different themes including, history, jacket and sketch, for each year Giorgio Armani existed. Lets not forget that the consistency and timelessness of Armanis vision are also seen in the elegant pieces of furniture under his creation of Armani Casa. Both fashion and furniture brings a look of sophistication.

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LG hardly rests on its laurels. That is why it rolled out two new portable projectors despite being the industrys top LED projector maker. The new models released are the Minibeam Pro (PF1500) and the Minibeam TV (PW800).

The Minibeam Pro is not only highly mobile and light, but takes mere seconds to set up. They connect wirelessly to any gadget with an estimated lifespan of 30000 hours. It comes with full HD resolution, weighing at only 1.5 kg, and is the quintessential mobile cinema for any film-buff on the go.

M i e l e M a l a y s i a P a r t n e r s W i t h E r a w a n C l a s s i c T h a i & F u s i o n

Having equipped Erawan Classic Thai and Fusion with top-of-the-line appliances, Miele unveiled its new partnership with the restaurant by treating invited guests to an 8 course, Thai-inpsired Omakase menu, helmed by Chef Korn. Cassandra Teo, General Manager of Miele Malaysia said, We are honoured to have this partnership with Chef Korn and Erawan Classic Thai & Fusion to demonstrate that German appliances can be used to produce Asian cuisines without a hitch. We will also continue to support the local culinary scene in the future.

The new suite of kitchen appliances Miele provided included a coffee machine, an oven, a steam oven, a combination steam oven, warming drawers and an induction hob with a total worth of over RM 100,000.

THE MIELE GALLERY IS LOCATED ON THE GROUND FLOOR OF MENARA SAPURAKENCANA PETROLEUM, SOLARIS DUTAMAS.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.ELECTROLUX.COM.MY OR CALL THE CUSTOMER HOTLINE AT 1-300-88-1122.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.LG.COM/MY.

S a v e M o r e W i t h E l e c t r o l u x Gone are the days when dryers and washes come in separate machines. With Electroluxs new Time Manager Series, you get a machine that does all the washing and drying for you.

The Time Manager series of appliances come with a Time Manager, Auto Sensor Dry, Leaf Lifter and Water Efficiency functions to ensure greater energy and water savings, while laundering your clothes gently to elongate their lifespan.

The series comes in 7kg (EWW12742) and 8kg (EWW12842) capacities, retailing at RM3120-RM 3240 and RM 3480-RM 3600 respectively.

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S e l f - c l e a n i n g O v e n , A n y o n e ?

If you are the kind of person who dislikes dealing with soot and grime, then you would be highly interested in the Brandt FP1585X 60cm built-in pyrolytic oven. A pyrolytic oven basically heats up to 500C so that dirt and food particles will melt off the ovens walls. After the oven self-cleans, simply wipe it clean with a damp cloth. Its that simple! The FP1585X also comes with 7 cooking functions and quadruple layer glass panels that remain cool despite the extreme heat within the oven.

VISIT WWW.SAMSUNG.COM.MY

BRANDT MALAISE IS LOCATED AT 17, JALAN PENDIDIK U1/31, HICOM GLENMARIE INDUSTRIAL PARK, SECTION U1 40150 SHAH ALAM

T h e W o r k h o r s e P h o n e s a r e h e r e

Introducing the Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge, new offerings from the Korean giant that will essentially make running your business a breeze. Equipped with the powerful Octa-core Exynos 64 bit processor, and a clutter-free, intuitive UI, multi-tasking will be easier than ever. The new phones are protected by Samsung KNOX, a real-time security platform that will protect both devices from any malicious attacks. They are also enterprise-ready, supporting many popular IT infrastructures catered to enterprises. Also, the phones now sport highly efficient batteries, where a 10-minute charge will power the phone for four hours of regular usage, greatly increasing their mobility and efficiency as compared to their predecessors.

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80PLACESWE LOVEMalaysia and Singapore have always been closely intertwined. From architectural and historical bui ldings, to beauti ful ly designed spaces, we f ind gems in Klang Valley and Singapore.

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01I love going to the fabric store, Jakel,

they have beautiful silks and trimmings

for evening dresses and wedding gowns

on the third floor.

- Gerardine Loggere, Interior decorator and owner of Tatum Company.

02I recommend going to the Central

Market in Kuala Lumpur. The colonial-

art decor and architecture of the main

building are simply stunning despite

having been turned into a tourist spot.

It is in excellent condition considering

it was built over a hundred years ago.

Today, it remains a great venue for art,

design and cultural exploration for

designers and local people.

- Andrew Chong, founder of Andrew Chong Design.

03I love visiting the Majestic Hotel. Built in 1932, the hotel

is not only a national heritage site, but it is a building filled

with historical value. Everything from its design, layout, colour,

schemes, furniture to the existing structure and timber

paneling of the hotel is a great inspiration to me. They were

restored elegantly. The Orchid Conservatory is one of my

favourite rooms. It is a relaxing oasis of calm to have a cup of

tea on a hot sunny day!

- Nik A Ramli, interior designer and founder of Nik A Ramli Enterprise.

04Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre

in Sentul West is one of the most

interesting venues in Kuala Lumpur

by far. It is an amazing building built

alongside the old railway warehouse.

It is really interesting to see how the

new architecture has been adapted

to the existing building. Although

the main function of the building is a

performing arts centre, experiencing the

architecture of KLpac is amazing!

- Andrew Chong, founder of Andrew Chong Design.

05A L P H A B E T P R E S S A T , B A N G S A RAlthough their current workshop is not exactly open

to the public for visits, one of its co-founders tells

us that a museum is in the works! Alphabet Press

shares the space with APW (Art Printing Works), an

old printing factory.

I love visiting the Majestic Hotel. Built in 1932, the hotel is not only a national heritage site, but it is a building filled with historical value. Everything fromits design, layout, colour, schemes, furniture tothe existing structure and timber paneling ofthe hotel is a great inspiration to me.

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07W E I - L I N G G A L L E R Y , B R I C K F I E L D SThe Peranakan antique doors beckon

you into the art gallery. Wei-Ling Gallery

occupies a pre-war building which has

vintage shutter doors as windows. In

contrast to its quaint facade, the three-

storey high gallery houses various

contemporary art pieces in its 7,000 sq-

ft space. Besides artworks, its ground

floor functions as an antique warehouse.

06P U L P B Y P A P A P A L H E T A , B A N G S A R Situated within the APW compound, Pulp conducts workshops

like cupping and fixing coffee machines. The remnant of the

past (Pulp was previously a paper cutting room) lingers on

with a vintage paper-cutting machine. It is reused as a table

where customers test out the taste and aroma of coffee before

purchasing the beans.

08S R I K A N D A S W A M Y K O V I L , B R I C K F I E L D S Over a century old, the Sri Kandaswamy

Kovil has its deities including Sri

Shakthi Vel Peruman and Lord

Shamugar reside in a temple (for

over 80 years) which bares majestic

pillars and richly decorated halls.

It has a sacred garden and two

ponds including Saravanapoikai and

Skandapuspakarani. The temple is one

of two temples in Malaysia to celebrate

the Kathirgama Kodiyetram festival.

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09B U D D H I S T M A H A V I H A R A , B R I C K F I E L D SIt was established in 1984 by an ethnic

group from Sri Lanka, called the

Sinhalese. The Buddhist Maha Vihara

was created as a place of worship

based on the Theravada tradition. The

space includes a pond, Bodhi trees, a

pagoda area, shrine hall, bell tower, a

wisdom room and a Buddhist Institute

where Dhamma classes are conducted

in English and Mandarin.

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12L O T U S F I V E S T A R S T A T E C I N E P L E X , P E T A L I N G J A Y AProbably one of the oldest theatres

running in Malaysia, the Lotus Five

Start State Cineplex reminds us of the

beauty of an old movie theatre where

movie posters are hung. It is a building

on its own with a restaurant beneath

the cinema.

13S H A H A L A M S T A D I U M The Shah Alam stadium comes into

mind when one thinks of soccer. The

spectacular curry-puff shaped stadium

which consist of 80, 000 seats and 5,000

standing spaces is the work of architect,

Hijjas Kasturi. Although it is one of the

largest stadiums in Selangor to date,

like the one in Kelana Jaya during a

sports day, it causes massive traffic

jams during soccer seasons.

14S U L T A N A B D U L A Z I Z S H A H G O L F C L U B , S H A H A L A M Drive through the signature archway of

KG SAAS (Kelab Golf Sultan Abdul Aziz

Shah). This luxurious club is reflected

through its beautiful stained glass

windows and chandeliers. Adjacent to

the clubhouse, there is a sports centre

where squash courts, swimming pool,

gym and shower facilities are. Although

barbecue pits, movie theatre and the

arcade (think Tetris) are no longer

there, it is still a beautiful visit to make

especially when you enjoy a round of

golf through its lush course.

10C H U R C H O F T H E H O L Y R O S A R Y , B R I C K F I E L D SIt took only 18 months for French

missionary, Father Francis Emile Terrien

to complete the construction works

of the church (completed in 1904).

However, it was damaged during War

World 2. Reparations were done 46

years after the war and it began to take

the form of a neo-gothic architectural

style with wings added and pointed

arches which are seen in cathedrals and

churches all over Europe.

11L I T T L E I N D I A , B R I C K F I E L D S As compared to the one in Jalan

Masjid India, Little India in Jalan Tun

Sambanthan is vibrant in colour. It has

abundant shops selling sarees, music,

sweets and home appliances. Apart

from the sweet smelling flower vendors

on the road side, there are fortune

telling services, beauty parlors offering

threading and restaurants to indulge

in the local cuisine. Temples within the

vicinity are worth a visit.

It took only 18 months for French missionary, Father Francis Emile Terrien to complete the construction works of the church (completed in 1904).

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15R A J A T U N U D A L I B R A R Y , S H A H A L A M When books, technology and

environment are combined, youd get to

enjoy not only the park outside this five-

storey library, but your kids are able to

enjoy the facilities of a reading tree, a

stage, activity room and creative zones.

Movie lovers and techies are able to

enjoy a 6D motion ride cinema, playing

Xbox games or enjoy using one of the

100 computers in the compound. There

is also a gym in the library.

16S H A H A L A M G A L L E R Y It has distinct triangle shaped rooftops

and a huge compound. Located right

next to a lake surrounded by palm

trees, the Shah Alam Gallery not

only showcases artworks but holds

occasional workshops. If youre lucky

enough, you will get to own a copy of a

signed catalogue based on the artist you

meet. Dont forget to make a pit stop at

the local handicrafts store outside.

17L O R O N G B E L A K A N G , S H A H A L A M Apart from the little stretch given to the

artist near Pasar Seni, this stretch of

back road located at section 7 of Shah

Alam had spots reserved for hand-

picked artists who won the Laman Seni 7

Shah Alam competition. The competition

which was divided into four categories,

3D painting, 3D installation, street

furniture and painting on site was part

of the programmed of pengindahan

lorong belakang. It is an initiative of the

Shah Alam City Council to change the

atmosphere of back roads.

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18B U K I T J A L I LN A T I O N A L S T A D I U M The commonwealth games were held in

Bukit Jalil National Stadium. Considered

one of the largest stadiums in the world

the stadium has 100, 000 seats. It is also

a well-known venue for concerts.

21T A Y L O R S L A K E S I D E C A M P U S , S U B A N G J A Y A A campus completely surrounded by 10ha (27 acres) of greenery

and five blocks set around a 2.2ha (5.5 acre) man-made lake.

The campus consists of anatomy, engineering, wine and

computer labs, hostel, hotel (Ruemz hotel is run by students),

uni-gym, swimming pool and a four-storey library. Other

facilities include the Gallery and critique room and mood court.

NWKA Architects Sdn Bhd was in charge of the architectural

aspect of the campus. It was completed in 2010 at the

construction cost of RM450 million.

22C G V C I N E M A S , D A M A N S A R A P E R D A N A South Korean Cinema chain, CGV

Cinemas, will open its first Malaysian

Cultureplex in mid-2015 at Empire City

Mall in Damansara Perdana. A movie

complex with 20 screens spread across

seven levels, it has 4DX with motion

seats and private cinemas with lounge

and dining, each with a seating capacity

of 100 to 600.

19W A T C H E T A W A N , J A L A N P A N T A I O F F J A L A N G A S I N G Wat Chetawan built by local builders and skilled craftsmen

from Thailand, sits on four and a half acres of land in Petaling

Jaya. The main shrine hall (Vihara Viharn), completed in 1962,

is heavily gilded in gold leaves and decorated with reflective

bits of glass tiles. The temple consists of a bell tower,

Maitreya Buddha pagoda (laughing Buddha), the Kuan Yin

pavilion, columbarium and the monks kuti. Devotees are able

to receive treatments in the sauna area and enjoy authentic

Thai meals at a food stall.

20T H E F R O N T D O O R C A F E , J A L A N S U L T A N Close to China town, The Front Door caf settles on the site

of a heritage building. The cafes exterior and bare brick walls

inside have a colonial feel with a concrete walkway that leads

to the Grocers Inn at the rear of the building.

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24B U K I T L E M B A H K I A R A P A R K , T A M A N T U N Enjoy nature as you get a good work out. Besides the jogging

tracks (uphill and downhill), the park spots new exercise

facilities. Apart from a pond and various picnic spots (not to

mention beautiful scenery), there is large enough room for

group activities such as Tai Chi at the base of the park. Just

beware of the birds and monkeys when there is food with you!

Find out how you can participate in organised activities such as

mountain biking and jungle trekking at www.klmbh.org.

23L I B R A R Y A N D C O M M U N I T Y C E N T R E , T A M A N T U N A library, community centre, a multipurpose hall, tennis

and badminton courts are located within the compound

at Athinahapan. Accompanied by their parents, kids may

enjoy books and facilities on the ground floor of the two-

storey building. Apart from that, residents may hang out in

the cafeteria.

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25M E R D E K A S Q U A R E , K U A L A L U M P U R It is a place which broke history. The lush field includes a

flagpole at an impressive height of 100 meters and is deemed

one of the tallest in the world. The annual Merdeka Parade is

held here. Located opposite the Sultan Abdul Samad Building,

Merdeka Square is also surrounded by historical buildings

including the Royal Selangor Club, music museum, textile

museum, Kuala Lumpur library and childrens library.

It is a place which broke history. The Union Jack was lowered and the Malayan flag was raised here on August 31, 1957. The lush field includes a flagpole at an impressive height of 100 meters and is deemed one of the tallest in the world.

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29M P P J S P O R T S C O M P L E X , K E L A N A J A Y A The municipal pool in Kelana Jaya is

one of the largest swimming complexes

in Selangor. It has two eight-laned

swimming pools which measures up to

50 metres in length. Lockers and shower

facilities are available.

30D P A C , D A M A N S A R A P E R D A N A What makes this performing arts centre

unique is its old-school cinema light

box signage with bold black and red

alphabets. The Damansara Performing

Arts Centre is located in Empire

Damansara.

27J A L A N Y A P A H S H A K , K U A L A L U M P U R This street is part of the heritage row at

Jalan Doraisamy. It is named after the

fourth Kapitan of Kuala Lumpur. Also

known as Yap Chee Ying, the Kapitan

who is from the Fui Chui Prefecture

had gambling businesses in several

states. He owned 43 tin mines in Kuala

Lumpur and was also the Selangor state

councilor and juror of Kuala Lumpur

high court.

26Z A K K A P I P I T , C H E R A S Looking for a cosy, warm yet

homey and artsy place to buy your

stationaries from? Look no further,

the shop located at Taman Connaught

offers homemade stationaries

created by local designers. They

include rubber stamps, notebooks,

vintage toys, stickers, post cards and

various other arts and crafts.

28T A M I L M E T H O D I S T C H U R C H , B R I C K F I E L D S The church has moved from the junction of Batu Road to

then Jawa Street (now Jalan Tun Perak) and from Malacca

Street to the current location at Jalan Sultan Abdul Samad

in the 1961. The church which doubles up as a kindergarten

and a learning centre for the poor, also offers emergency

assistance regarding citizenship, and other services including

counselling. The Church also offers Telugu and Nepalese

Ministry service.

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31D E C K P r i n sep S t ree tA photography venue thats made up

of containers - you just wouldnt expect

something like this nestled in a concrete

neighbourhood! Mavis Ang,

Home & Decor writer.

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33C H I J M E S V i c t o r i a S t ree tThere is something very

romantic, old-fashioned and

architecturally stunning about

the place. Its so serene and

tranquil during the day, and

you have the space to yourself

to reflect and ponder. But

when the sun sets, its vibrant,

exciting and comes alive.

Caroline Chin Geyler,

founder of Arete Culture.

32L A S A L L E C O L L E G E O F T H E A R T S McNa l ly S t ree tI love the creative vibe at and

around Lasalle College of

the Arts. Sometimes, I take

one of my sons out there for

coffee and a sweet treat at

Lowercase cafe, and well just

watch everything that goes on

around the school grounds.

Anouk van der El,

founder of Time Capsules.

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34P E T A I N R O A D(nea r Somme Road )It has some of the most

well-preserved Peranakan

houses, and its also a peaceful

street where time seems to stop

and you can immerse yourself

in a bygone era. Lim Yi Ling,

Home & Decor designer.

36J A L A N B E S A R A R E AAlong Tyrwhitt Road and King

Georges Avenue, there are

many hipster cafes such as

Chye Seng Huat Hardware,

backpacker hostels and cool

bars. It is vibrant and, yet, not

crowded, making it a good

weekend destination. Its

definitely an up-and-coming

neighbourhood!

Kaffy Tan,

Home & Decor designer.

35T H E P R O J E C T O RGo lden M i le TowerThe Projector comprises two

thirds of what was the original

Golden Theatre that was built in

1973. It was known for its Chinese

films in the 1970s and 1980s,

adult art films in the 1990s and

Bollywood films later on. Today,

it attracts a trendier crowd,

including artists such as Marcel

Heijnen: An arthouse cinema

was something that was missing

in Singapore, and this seems to

have all the right ingredients to

grow into something awesome.

38A R T I S T R YJa l an P i nangI co-founded this place, and

we hold small-scale indie art

events such as Originals Sing

(singer-songwriter nights),

Bluemonks jazz jam and

Speakeasy (poetry nights)

here. I also love the gorgeous

cafe furniture produced out

of upcycled wood from the

defunct Malay village!

Marcel Heijnen, artist.

37S T . A N D R E W S C A T H E D R A L S t . And rew s RoadThe church is remarkably

beautiful and well-preserved

for a building of its age. Inside,

theres a faint scent you can

find only in old buildings and

everything from the old

wooden benches, stained glass

windows to hardwood floors

is equally well preserved.

Amanda Jayne Lee,

Home & Decor writer.

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39L I T T L E I N D I A Its chaotic, manic, spicy,

colourful, noisy and untamed;

there is just so much energy

in this place! Whenever I need

some inspiration, I head to

Little India for some amazing

curry and just to absorb all the

happenings around me. The

vignette changes by the minute,

so my senses are challenged

and excited all the time.

Caroline Chin Geyler,

founder of Arete Culture.

41T E L O K A Y E R S T R E E TMy mums family used to live

in a shophouse here, and she

was born there, so I feel an

emotional connection to this

street and its surroundings.

Its hard to imagine that the

Thian Hock Keng temple used

to be just steps away from the

sea! Plus, traditional shops

such as Tan Hock Seng have

been in this area since my

mum was a kid, and now Im

a customer. I love walking

around here and feeling that

sense of history.

Rebeckka Wong,

Home & Decor editor.

42L U C H A L O C ODux ton H i l lIts casual, unpretentious and so

full of great vibes that it always

lifts my spirits. Its definitely a

go-to place for my husband and

me, and we love to take out-of-

town friends there.

Angelique Nicolette Teo,

host and spokesman for

Roche Bobois Singapore.

43T H E R E A D I N G R O O MBuk i t Pa soh RoadIts romantic, quiet

and not packed with

pretentious people.

Leyna Poh,

founder of Mondays Off.

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40B R A S B A S A H

C O M P L E X Ba i n S t ree t

This has an interesting mix of shops under

HDB blocks. It is filled with the things that

have inspired me since I was a boy: books,

comics, vinyl records, stationery and art

supplies.

Jackson Tan, co-founder of Phunk.

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48PA R K R O Y A L O N P I C K E R I N GUppe r P i c ke r i ng S t ree tIts hotel-as-garden concept

caught my eye, and I was

impressed by the interplay of

tastefully selected materials

in its interiors, which also

complement its unique facade.

Jonathan Lim, interior

designer at Mong Design Studio.

44N E W M A J E S T I C H O T E LBuk i t Pa soh RoadIts facade exudes an aura of

nostalgia, and the war-torn

concrete ceiling of the lobby

contrasts superbly with the

modern designer furniture

a good expression of old versus

new. The rooms also have their

own unique themes, which give a

sense of wonder to every visitor!

Jonathan Lim, interior designer

at Mong Design Studio.

45R O N I N Hong Kong S t ree tI love its discreet cafe

shopfront and, on the inside, it

is dark and cosy, with a homey

yet mysterious feel. Its dim

ambience also evokes

a movie set-like vibe.

Nicco Lim, freelance graphic

designer and interior stylist.

49T H E L I B R A R YKeong Sa i k RoadA password-only chamber

accessible through a secret

door, the concept of this bar

itself is enough to inspire and

intrigue. Go for the experience

and linger for the concoctions

the Shrub-A-Dub-Dub, served

in a mini tub with a rubber

ducky, is a must-try.

Angela Low,

Home & Decor editorial intern.

50O P E R A T I O N D A G G E R Ann S i ang H i l l The atmosphere of this

underground cocktail bar is

very intriguing, with a lab set

up for creating new beverages.

These drinks are designed

by Luke Whearty a creative

professional whos also very

inspiring in person!

Angie Pasley,

founder of Fred Lives Here.

46A M O Y Te lok Aye r S t ree tI like the hotels concept of

old meets new and East meets

West, and the idea that you can

immerse yourself in the history

surrounding Singapores early

Chinese immigrants during

your stay here.

Lim Yi Ling,

Home & Decor designer.

47E V E R T O N R O A D & B L A I R R O A DThe shophouses that line Everton

Road and Blair Road showcase

architectural styles that hark

back to the 1930s, when

Peranakan families built houses

that blended Chinese, Malay

and European aesthetics. John

Erdos, founder of his eponymous

store, especially admires the

conservation works done by

Richard Ho architects.

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54C A N O P Y W A L K O N T H E S O U T H E R N R I D G E S T R A I L Its a good place for a

morning stroll, as nature

calms me. I also like the

feeling of walking amid

greenery at lofty heights.

Don Tan, Home & Decor

associate art director.

51D A W S O N E S T A T E

Queens town

If this is the potential of public housing, I cant wait to see

whats next! remarks Home & Decor editor

Rebeckka Wong, who is in awe of the estates upcoming

Housing-in-a-Park projects, which will be populated with

many sky gardens and sky terraces.

52B O W L A N D C A F E I n t e rna t i ona l Bus i ness Pa rkThe cafe blends outdoor and

indoor spaces and offers a dining

experience set in a park pavilion

amid green pasture. Its where I

can bask in nature and sunshine

within the comfort of the cafe.

Kimming Yap, managing

director of Creativeans.

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53Love it or hate it, whenever I

pass this condo, I always take a

longer look. It seems so out of

place and futuristic compared

to its surroundings that it

dominates the space. I think

thats pretty impressive.

Rebeckka Wong,

Home & Decor editor.

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55K E N T R I D G E P A R K The quiet open water of the

big pond, a cornucopia of tropical

trees, hidden winding paths

that offer an all-relaxing

space this is definitely a

precious commodity in frenetic

Singapore. You can also spot

monitor lizards, kingfishers and,

occasionally, snakes!

Jo Harrison, co-founder of

Singapore Trading Post. photo NPA

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56T I O N G B A H R U E S T A T E Being one of those crazy

Dutchies who prefer taking the

bike to work, I love my morning

commute through this tranquil

neighbourhood. The vibrant mix

of boutique cafes, restaurants,

hardware stores, hawkers and

design shops make this place

a downtown oasis.

Anouk van der El,

founder of Time Capsules.

58R E D H I L L M A R K E T Its 100% Singapore! Im

totally fascinated by the Indian

prata uncle communicating in

Hokkien with Chinese aunties,

at how the street vendors ply

their trade, and how the coffee

uncle remembers my usual

order of a kopi siu dai! Cafes,

bars and restaurants are not

even comparable to this sight...

perhaps the market is the only

place I feel at home.

Edwin Low,

co-founder of Supermama.

60B I N C H O A T H U A B E E Moh Guan Te r ra ceThis is a 70-year old traditional

coffee shop which transforms

into a trendy Japanese

restaurant and bar at night! It

combines an old-school mee pok

stall with a cool open-concept

yakitori grill and a copper-

wrapped cocktail bar. Really

inspiring and unique!

Chloe Elkerton,

co-founder of E&A Interiors.

59H A W P A R V I L L A Pas i r Pan j ang RoadOne of my favorite places when

I was a child, it was the original

theme park for the masses. I love

the depiction of the 10 chambers

of hell and the epic Chinese

mythological stories told through

large-scale installations.

Jackson Tan,

co-founder of Phunk.

57W E S S E X E S T A T E

One -Nor t h

Just off Portsdown Road, this is a serene colonial-style residential area with charming black-and-

white houses built in the 1940s. It once accommodated the British

army and is now filled with eateries. I love that its isolated up on a hill with greenery all

around it The surrounding area is also a good place for a leisurely

drive, says Don Tan, Home & Decor associate art director.

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61P S C A F E Pa l a i s Rena i ssanceOver the years, PS Cafe has

earned itself a reputation as a

fashionable venue for casual

meals. Journey East founder

Anita Sam likes visiting as

the spaces are design-

forward, and Alex Kwan,

principal designer at Museum

Homes, is always inspired

by the ambience. Home &

Decor writer Mavis Ang enjoys

visiting the Palais Renaissance

branch, in particular: Its one

of the most romantic places to

brunch, and I love the tall glass

windows here.

66TA N G L I N S H O P P I N G C E N T R E It has an antiquated feel

which reminds me of a past

era, and I love browsing its

bookstores, art galleries and

antique shops. And buying

a toasted sandwich at

Steeples Deli!

Jo Harrison, co-founder of

Singapore Trading Post.

65S T R A N G E & D E R A N G E D Pa l a i s Rena i ssanceA small shop loaded with

whimsical, fantastical curiosities

that look as though they came

right out of a Harry Potter set!

Angela Low,

Home & Decor editorial intern.

63 L I B R A R Y @O R C H A R D

O rcha rd Ga teway

Who knew a public library could look

this good?

Rebeckka Wong, Home & Decor editor.

64S O M E R S E T S K A T E P A R K Im inspired by urban

environments such as this,

where g