5 Romantic getaways in Singapore
‘There's nothing to do in Singapore'.Almost every person born and bred here would have uttered those words at least once in their life and with good reason.On this tiny island where nearly every building is identical and every major shopping mall is part of a franchise chain carrying the...
Continue Reading • 13 Feb 2014
HK actress mulls buying Singapore property
Hong Kong superstar Carina Lau (pictured) is considering buying a property in Singapore, media reports said.The 47-year old actress was in the city-state to grace the opening of luxury fashion boutique Roger Vivier at Takashimaya Shopping Centre.Speaking in Mandarin, she revealed that she used to...
Continue Reading • 2 Dec 2013
Celebrity home feature: Hugh Jackman
It seems that the life of an X-Man has served Hugh Jackman very well. Ubiquitously known as The Wolverine, Jackman has starred as the titular character in seven iterations, two of which were movies about his character. One of those movies was a reboot of the other. Suffice to say, not many other...
Continue Reading • 15 Nov 2013
Celebrity home feature: Chris Hemsworth
Who'd have known that after a tiny role in the first Star Trek as Kirk's dad, Chris Hemsworth would end up playing Thor, the God of Thunder in Marvel's cinematic universe?Yet, the wielder of Mjolnir has certainly taken the world by storm. Wherever he goes, camera flashes follow much like the...
Continue Reading • 8 Nov 2013
The lost city of Singapore
Singapore was founded in 1836 and was a bustling port town until 1875 when it was buried under rolling layers of sand.The bustling town by the sea no longer exists except in the memories passed down generationally and in what little books and artefacts that survived its demise. Hold on a minute,...
Continue Reading • 1 Nov 2013
Haunted houses: Amityville Horror
As far as haunted houses go, the one at Ocean Avenue 112, Long Island, famously known as the Amityville Horror house, sets the bar really high. Like all good haunted houses, this one starts with a very real tragedy. Before the HauntingRonald DeFeo Jr. was a regular guy until the night of November...
Continue Reading • 30 Oct 2013
Lock+Store opens branch in Serangoon North
Lock+Store has launched a new self-storage facility in Serangoon North to cater to the rising demand for “air-con” storage among small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and households in Singapore.Lock+Store Chief Executive Officer Helen Ng said: “Since 2010, we have experienced a...
Continue Reading • 25 Sept 2013
Campaign aims to organise messy homes, offices
In a bid to raise awareness in the local community about the benefits of de-cluttering and getting organised, the Singapore National Organising Week (SNOW) will once again be taking place from 2-7 September 2013.The annual campaign started in 2007 by the Australasian Association of Professional...
Continue Reading • 26 Aug 2013
Home appliances distributor to hold exhibit at Expo
Home appliances distributor Mayer Marketing will showcase its latest set of products and brands at the “Mayer at EXPO Extravaganza,” happening at the Singapore Expo this weekend, 12 to 14 July.The event will feature a wide range of products, some of which will be unveiled here for the...
Continue Reading • 10 Jul 2013
IKEA launches first ever cook off
By Nikki De Guzman:Swedish furniture giant IKEA has launched its first ever 25-hour Cook-off in Singapore with S$10,000 worth of cash and prizes up for grabs.To participate, interested applicants must form a pair comprised of adults aged 18 and up and submit a 25-second video saying why they...
Continue Reading • 20 May 2013
Boat Asia 2013 to feature stunning yachts line-up
By Andrew Batt: Boat Asia 2013 kicks off today at Singapore’s Marina and Keppel Bay, and will showcase a stunning array of luxury yachts and the best that the leisure marine industry has to offer. More than 30 yachts, ranging in size from six metres up to 50 metres, will form the...
Continue Reading • 18 Apr 2013
Singapore to host The Apartment auditions
By Romesh Navaratnarajah: The Apartment, a hit reality television show returns with live auditions to be held for the first time in Singapore at Ngee Ann City Civic Plaza on 20 April. Organised by the programme’s partner Dulux, the Apartment Stage Show will provide an opportunity for...
Continue Reading • 11 Apr 2013
Architectural oddity at Joo Chiat
By Romesh Navaratnarajah: A unique conservation terrace house (pictured) in Joo Chiat, Singapore that's being rented by a Danish family is drawing attention for its quirky architecture, and includes a rear garden and single-storey bunker structure at the back. “The main house is designed...
Continue Reading • 18 Jan 2013
Growing trend of quirky living
By Romesh Navaratnarajah:A growing number of architectural enthusiasts are finding more creative ways to furnish homes and hotels, incorporating non-traditional features and materials. In San Francisco, a couple decided to use the 127-foot space in their apartment to showcase an industrial-themed...
Continue Reading • 30 Nov 2012
IKEA giving back for Christmas
By Romesh Navaratnarajah: To celebrate the Christmas spirit, home furnishing retailer IKEA has launched its annual Soft Toy Campaign with proceeds going to children’s charities. The project is co-organised with Mediacorp and Singapore Press Holdings (SPH). For an event scheduled on 2...
Continue Reading • 22 Nov 2012
Samsung unveils new line of home appliances
Samsung Electronics recently showcased its latest products and innovations at the Samsung South East Asia, Oceania and Taiwan Forum 2012 held in Bangkok.The company’s product catalogue for 2012 includes TVs, mobile phones, Notebook PCs, cameras, tablets and home appliances.“The...
Continue Reading • 16 Mar 2012
Great Outdoors opens its doors
Four international furniture brands have come together for the newly-opened 7,000 sq ft Great Outdoors showroom, formerly known as the 1st BoConcept store in Singapore, located along Devonshire Road. The showroom features a number of international furniture labels, including Paola Lenti, Kettal...
Continue Reading • 20 Feb 2012
Luxury Italian furniture brand hits Singapore's shores
Internationally acclaimed furniture brand Cassina is bringing its Italian excellence to Singapore, as it collaborates with its local partner, Dream Interiors.The 15,000 sq ft Dream Interiors showroom features the most innovative furniture brands that “best represent the timeless appeal of...
Continue Reading • 7 Feb 2012
S'pore prepares for countdown at Marina Bay
The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, which is now in its seventh year, is inviting everyone to write their hopes for the New Year on wishing spheres.About 20,000 wishing spheres, representing the inspiring and contemplative nature of the countdown celebrations, will be placed in Marina Bay to...
Continue Reading • 30 Dec 2011
URA, Esplanade jointly present countdown event
The Marina Bay Singapore Countdown, which is now in its seventh year, is inviting the public to write down their hopes for the New Year on wishing spheres.Jointly presented by the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay, the event will feature some 20,000...
Continue Reading • 14 Dec 2011