Tired of coming home to the same old rooms each day? Why not give your living space a makeover? Check out these 10 great furniture stores across the island – we’re sure you’ll find what you need, whether you want to get a new sofa and coffee table for the living room or some swanky accessories! We’ve also asked the store owners to share some of the popular décor trends for the season.
Soul & Tables
Browse the extensive furniture collection at Soul & Tables (formerly Ethnicraft Online). The store carries a range of functional eco-friendly solid wood furnishings that come in teak and oak. For some fun, pick up a piece from the Universo Positivo series or the vintage-inspired Mr. Marius collection. There’s also the sofa collection where you can find everything from comfy armchairs to roomy L-shaped sofas. You’d also want to check out stylish outdoor pieces from French brand Fermob, which are new in store – they come in 24 colours! Also, keep an eye out for the elegant Notre Monde collection that features beautiful handmade trays and tables. All items come with lifetime warranty and complimentary maintenance.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“We’re seeing a resurgence of luxe dark woods ousting the once popular bleached Scandinavian trend. Also, there’s a push towards bright and bold colours that add a pop to an otherwise muted colour scheme. In addition, there’s also a shift towards low, puffy, curved and plump-shaped couches.”
Top pick
The contemporary Tabwa sideboard from the new premium teak range, The Ancestors Collection, is in tune with the move towards luxe dark woods. Featuring intricate details inspired by primitive geometrical shapes and symbols from the Tabwa culture in Central Africa, the sleek and beautiful hand-carved sideboard transforms ancient craft into a modern centrepiece.
#02-01 and #02-03 Tan Boon Liat Building, 315 Outram Road
9272 1545 | soulandtables.com.sg
Woody Antique House
Situated at Dempsey Hill for the past 18 years, Woody Antique House offers a wide range of authentic antique and vintage furniture and accessories sourced from across Asia, with pieces meticulously restored via skilful and beautiful craftsmanship. If you’re keen on something a little different, browse the natural wood furniture collection made from recycled elm, teak and suar wood. The store also offers customisation services so you won’t need to worry about getting that perfect fit.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“Furniture made from recycled wood with a natural and rustic finish is gaining popularity these days. With natural wood, each furniture piece has a special look and is one of a kind.”
Top pick
Offering rustic beauty, the Emely table from the Reborn range is a great natural wood addition to the home. Full of character and featuring beautiful grains, the durable table is made of 100 percent recycled and naturally weathered teakwood restored from old houses in Indonesia. It’s simple and understated, and great to pair with wooden benches or chairs.
Blk 13 Dempsey Road, #01-05
6471 1770 | woodyantique.com
Mountain Teak
Looking for eco-friendly wood furniture? Mountain Teak offers various brands including sustainable timber pieces from Italian brand Karpenter, comfy sofas from Danish sofa brand Wendelbo and a mix of styles from the Mountain collection. Selected collections from Karpenter are made of FSC-certified reclaimed teak and have VOC-free coatings. In 2018, the store has introduced natural latex mattress brand Purolatex from Italy and added more designs to its brand offerings.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“This year, sleek and compact furniture is in trend. More people are looking for pieces that are practical and comfortable such as extendable tables and furniture with storage space. Latex mattresses are also becoming increasingly popular.”
Top pick
Riding on the trend of functional furniture, the storage bed frame from the new Circa 17 Collection from Karpenter is compact and stylish. The contemporary bed features a roomy storage space beneath, with different compartments that come in handy for organising items. It’s available in solid oak or walnut.
#07-02 Tan Boon Liat Building, 315 Outram Road
6224 7176 | mountainteak.com
Originals
Find both traditional and contemporary styles at Originals, which carries everything from sofas, tables and cabinets to accessories such as vintage rugs, vases and mirrors. Products are sourced from all around world and feature a mix of styles for all tastes. Besides contemporary teak pieces, there’s a lovely collection of recycled furniture from India and Java that includes pieces such as beds, tables and cabinets made from reclaimed sustainable Javanese teak. All items are in stock and ready for delivery, so there are no long waits.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“This season, we’re enjoying natural textures and lovely light linens contrasted with ethnic tribal statement pieces. Bringing colour into neutral spaces using a painted cabinet is also becoming increasingly popular.”
Top pick
Upholstered in gorgeous Belgian linen, the Charlie fabric sofa is a versatile piece that comes in three neutral colours: cream, sky and slate. Cool and comfy, the sofa works as a focal point or to seamlessly fit in with your existing interior.
#02-03 Sime Darby Centre, 896 Dunearn Road
6471 9918 | originals.com.sg
European Bedding
If you’re setting up a bedroom, head to bedding specialist European Bedding to pick up all your bedroom essentials. You’ll find comfy mattresses, pillows and sturdy bed bases made from all-natural materials. Adjustable and ergonomic, the store’s bed bases offer lumbar support, contouring slats and a comfy shoulder zone. Mattresses are also customisable, allowing you to choose the ideal density and height for your comfort. What’s more, the store offers a 100-day free mattress trial. Keep a lookout for the bamboo bed sheets (in 100 percent bamboo) that are coming soon!
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“More people are leaning towards natural materials these days. For mattresses, there’s increased awareness of how coils can amplify electromagnetic radiation and how certain foam products can release pollutants.”
Top Pick
Made from the sap of a certified organic rubber tree, the Heveya natural organic latex mattress comes with a mattress cover made from environmentally friendly bamboo fibre textiles. Filled with natural organic cotton, it’s soft and luxurious, and can be customised to your specifications.
32 Eng Hoon Street, Level 2
6735 6658 | europeanbedding.sg
Just Anthony
Take your pick of Just Anthony’s elegant Chinese antique furniture and reproductions sourced from various parts of China. Offerings include large furniture pieces such as cabinets and chests and a wide selection of accessories such as pots, lamps, silk wall coverings and more. In 2018, the team aims to bring in at least one new shipment each month, so there’s always something new to discover. The store also offers customisation services if you’ve got something specific in mind.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“We are seeing an increase in interest in antique furniture and décor items as a whole. Simple and modern Chinese pieces continue to remain popular, with more and more younger homeowners gaining appreciation of this style.”
Top Pick
Simple and understated, the store’s spindle door shoe cabinets are decorative without being too showy. It’s an easy item to incorporate into your existing home décor. The design is practical and modern, and available in a wide range of colours to suit different homes and tastes.
379 Upper Paya Lebar Road
6283 4782 | 6283 4722 | justanthony.com
Danish Design Co
On the lookout for Scandinavian designer furniture? You’ll love the elegant furniture collection at Danish Design. Offering pieces from over 20 Danish brands such as Fredericia and Erik Jorgensen, the store carries contemporary and functional items with trendy designs and quality craftsmanship. You’ll also be glad to know that the products are made without the use of toxic chemicals, while others are designed to combat allergens.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“Luxurious and opulent velvet is starting to go mainstream due to advances in fabric technology. Today’s velvets are soft, plush and low-maintenance. Also, metallic accents such as brass are back. Brass has a warm hue and vintage retro look that goes well with dark palettes such as deep blues and forest green.”
Top Pick
Launched in 2013, the Beetle Dining Chair by Gubi is inspired by the insect world and showcases an interpretation of the parts of a beetle such as its shape and shell. To ride on the metallic trend, have it done up with brass or chrome legs.
#06-03 Century Warehouse, 100e Pasir Panjang Road
6270 8483 | danishdesignco.com.sg
Dream Interiors
After closing its River Valley store in October 2017 and an extensive one month renovation, the contemporary furniture company is reopening its new retail space in September 2018 at Kallang Junction. Carefully curated and meticulously handpicked, the store houses designer furniture labels such as Walter Knoll, Porro and Living Divani. At the store, you’ll be able to get your hands on furniture pieces that offer cosmopolitan elegance for the modern lifestyle.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“Contemporary style and clean lines is what our customers aspire for in their homes. There is a growing popularity in warm minimalism – where modernity and clean lines blend in with natural materials, a warm neutral palette and natural daylight – creating a home that is inviting, approachable and yet chic.”
Top Pick
Designed by modernist maestro Piero Lissoni, the Living Divani Extrasoft modular sofa exudes casual elegance and offers loads of comfort. Its generous seats can be re-positioned in various geometrical configuration to form irregular contours to suit different spaces.
Vanguard Campus, 1 Kallang Junction
dream.com.sg
WTP The Furniture Store
Among the extensive and trendy furniture offerings at WTP The Furniture Store you’ll find sofas, mirrors, carpets and tables. For more pocket-friendly choices, head to WTP’s store-within-a-store, The Outlet. If you’re not keen on committing, there’s always the option of furniture rental. Choose from their flexible leasing packages and have your items custom-made to your liking. Look out for the new collection now in store including eco-friendly recycled wood pieces and sofas in fun colours.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“More shoppers are becoming willing to experiment with colour and shapes; for instance, by choosing a rounded sofa rather than a regular-shaped sofa; or placing two differently-shaped side tables together as a coffee table. There’s also the mixing of materials in the same piece such as a metal and wood coffee table and metal and fabric armchairs.”
Top Pick
Featuring rich teal hues and gold legs, the Kuching Sofa works well in both modern and traditional interiors. The textured chenille fabric contrasts with the shiny metal to offers a refreshing and vibrant look.
3 Kung Chong Road
6235 2760 | wtpstyle.com
Arete Culture
Shop indoor and outdoor furniture, textiles, home accessories and lighting solutions at Arete Culture, including the Bespoke Boutique Collection, the in-house line of made-to-order furniture. The customisation process allows you to choose your furniture’s ideal material, finish, colour and size. Made with durable solid teak, oak, and walnut wood, the pieces can delivered in just three weeks as they are made or finished locally. Besides the bespoke furniture collection (includes everything from bookshelves to armchairs), the retail selection is refreshed monthly with soft furnishings and accessories from around the world.
A word from the store: What’s trending?
“There’s been a shift towards attention to detail as more shoppers are appreciating that furniture should go beyond just function; it should also complete the look and feel of a space. Many people are becoming more interested in looking for design details in hardware and finishing.”
Top Pick
The store’s bespoke sideboards are both functional (offering plenty of storage space for knick-knacks) and statement-worthy with their customisable finishing. For example, the mirrored surface of The Brian sideboard brightens dark and small spaces.
#06-01 and #06-04 Tan Boon Liat Building, 315 Outram Road
9640 3829 | areteculture.com
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