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We sat down with OU BAHOLYODHIN, chief creative officer for one of Thailand’s largest real estate developers.
Value-for-money furniture & homeware
We’ve highlighted some affordable pieces that will last the distance.
Readers recommend: Stylish sofas
Sitting pretty!
Jazz up your home with a carpet or rug
Make a start and head down to one of these stores
Responsible & sustainable furniture
Leather and wood with a conscience
Outdoor furniture our readers recommend
Find out what furniture these readers chose for their outdoor areas – ooo we do love a bit of al fresco!
Obsessed with outdoor furniture?
There are some seriously beautiful options in this gorgeous selection
Children’s shops: Stores & websites for kids
Our a guide to the top spots to shop for tots, toddlers and tweens
Where can I buy customised furniture?
Not all things are created equally, make sure it works for you.
15 go-to homeware stores in Singapore
Looking for something unique to decorate the home with? We’ve got you covered.
How to build a global business
We speak to the eloquent founder of JANUS et Cie
5 awesome stores to buy antiques
Find a wonderful vintage signature piece for your home
Where to buy cushions, curtains & upholstery
Jazz up your home easily with some new cushions or fabric
Mattresses: Too hard or too short? It does matter!
Get it made just right for you
A cool new showroom at Portsdown
JOSEPHINE BLUNCK lets us into her world of beautiful furniture and accessories in her new showroom at Portsdown.
Interview: Spanish artist-designer Jaime Hayon
We chat with this inspiring designer about his new work here in Singapore
How to choose art for your home
We spoke to a couple of experts to help you decide what to buy.
A black & white on the East Coast
There’s no denying this is an artist’s home
10 Danish designer sofas to suit any space
Bring some Scandi-style chic to your living space
Best furniture shops in Singapore
Look to update your home, or starting from scratch – here’s a guide to some beautiful furniture stores in Singapore – for sofas, storage, indoor or outdoor, new or old – it’s all here!
Where to get customised furniture
These readers tell us how they got exactly what they wanted
Seriously cool designer furniture
We visit the new Vitra store in the Tan Boon Liat Building
The fuss-free way to furnish your home
Decking out your new place has never been this easy!
Give your computer a new lease of life
With good care and regular hardware your computer could last many more years.
Entertaining? Get a good-looking bar!
We get some expert advice on displaying your beverages at home
Why choose vintage over new
Your guide to buying upcycled furniture
What’s new at Dempsey Hill
Head to Dempsey Hill for shopping and greenery, and find inspiration at these three new hot spots
The right coffee table for your living room
Coffee tables are versatile creatures – perfect for perching your cuppa, and our mag!
Should I make the switch?
Hear from some happy customers who’ve done just that!
Cool vintage style in Chip Bee Gardens
This Dutch family of three invites us into their much-loved home
Where to buy a really good bed
They found beds that are perfect for them. What do you like?
Need a bit of help with your home decor?
Get your home looking just the way you want it.
Need a comfy bed?
Looking for a new bed? Here are some stores that have great looking ones that are comfortable too!
An African oasis near Holland Village
We are invited into this South African family’s sprawling, open bungalow off Holland Road.
See inside this ultra cool West Coast home
“I think our home is a total mixed bag, although people do comment it’s very boho and loft-esque, but homely,” says Elvina
3 readers share their fave kids’ furniture
There are lots of things to take into consideration when making your choice
6 online stores for furniture & homewares
When you would you rather shop at home in your PJs.
Thai Style: Food, fashion and homeware
It’s a place to live, to dine, to play and to shop!
How to mix antique with modern
Antiques can harmonise and even lift a contemporary setting if you know how to incorporate them.
Kids rooms from all over the world
Want to get some ideas for your own children’s bedrooms? Meet these kids!
More than just wooden antiques
There’s nothing nicer than buying from a family run business who love what they do.
Inside a colourful 1950s Siglap home
Justinna Pank has proven herself a savvy business woman. As it turns out, the queen of Micro scooters also has a knack for feathering the nest.
10 sofa styles to suit you and your space
Looking for the perfect place to park your posterior on at the end of a long day?
Tips: Renting & getting your deposit back!
There’s nothing more frustrating than struggling to get your deposit back at the end of your lease!
Where to buy a sofa in Singapore
Find the right piece for your home!
Rugs and carpets – who bought what?
Meet some people who are loving their purchases.
The Move to Mindfully Made – sustainable living
Here’s one lady who is thinking sustainability in her life in and business. How can you do the same?
Gift ideas for Christmas and beyond…
Pick up some trendy and practical gifts for the festive season!
Smart gadgets and home appliances you’ll love
Want to spruce up your pad for the new year? Here’s six cool gadgets for your home.
Don’t lose your photos
It’s vital that you have a backup strategy for digital photos and more..
Expecting guests for Christmas?
With the festive season quickly approaching, many of us are starting to worry about how we’re going to organise everything – and fit the guests in to our home!
An artist’s home at Christmas
We find out how this Danish artist injects some Christmas spirit into her home.
3 people recommend their interior designers
We take a look at how three interior designers waved their magical, stylish wands over these homes.
Where to get cool chairs
The best seats in the house?
Contemporary cool meets heritage home in River Valley shophouse
This Belgian couple tells us all about their new home!
12 great stores at the Tan Boon Liat Building
This is one place you’ve got to visit!
Thinking of buying a property in Australia?
Keen to buy a house like this either as an investment property or for yourself when you move back in a few years time?
Where to buy statement paintings and prints
Find something to suit from contemporary to traditional
Need a fresh lick of paint?
Whether it’s repainting a piece of furniture that’s about to be binned, or changing the finish of your whole home it can make a huge difference
Need a magic wand waved over your home?
Find out how this home services company aims to help customers and contractors alike.
Inside an eclectic East Coast house
‘There’s a theory that, in Singapore, there are Easties and there are Westies’
Storage solutions for your home
Get control of the clutter
6 Scandinavian living room combos
Looking to liven up your living space? Get some inspiration from these Scandinavian-designed combos
Tips for choosing the perfect coffee table
So you’ve found the perfect sofa, you love your new artwork, now you just need to curl up with your book and a coffee – and there’s no side table!
A cool new furniture showroom – with a view!
Tucked away in the furthest reaches of Dempsey Hill, there’s a cool showroom that all furniture lovers should know about.
Finding signature pieces with a bit of history
Hunting for a piece of antique furniture?
Why we put down roots in River Valley
We find out how this Azerbaijani couple ended up in Russia, then the UK, and now Singapore, with nine years in River Valley and counting
Tanglin home oozes contemporary ‘Bond-style’ chic
Bespoke Living’s Schezene Khan shows us her carefully curated home
Are antiques still appealing?
Looking for a statement piece for your living room or bedroom?
Bukit Timah cluster house transformed
We find out how this Casabella abode was transformed from a beige beast to a dream home!
Gorgeous room accessories for your kids
Doing up your kid’s bedroom doesn’t just end with a bed, desk and drawers!
Latest furniture looks to change up your home
Cool and drool-worthy sofas, dining tables, beds and more
Accessories to refresh your kitchen décor
It’s time to give your kitchen a makeover
Fancy furniture for smaller spaces
A new home collection that’s big on style
Contemporary furniture with affordable prices
Looking for a cool dining table or sofa?
Antique and reproduction home furniture finds
We talk to the industry stalwarts behind Just Anthony
Debunking the myth of the firm mattress
Does a firm mattress really mean a better night’s sleep?
East meets West in this heritage home
See inside this beautiful Mount Pleasant home
Contemporary designs enriched with tradition
Middle Eastern rugs can be contemporary and affordable – and you can get them custom made!
Where to find antiques and oriental treasures
On the hunt for some unique finishing touches for your home?
Makeover transforms East Coast apartment
Owner creates a modern, masculine vibe
Where to find furniture that’s eco-friendly and stylish
Eco-friendly furniture and reclaimed teak that looks modern – what a brilliant combination.
Fun and fresh home decor ideas
Take your lead from Easter for some Spring style
4 simple steps to getting your home ready
Add a little Scandinavian serenity to your Christmas planning with some straightforward advice from Scanteak
Want to add some finishing touches to your home?
Change your space without changing your furniture – perfect if you’re on a budget!
Space-saving yet stylish, your console needs covered!
Not just for the entrance hall…try these gorgeous consoles in other areas of your abode too
Great places to find lamps and lights in Singapore
Lighting can make or break the ambience of a room – so here’s our top picks!
7 reasons to love these portable lamps
If you love to live life outdoors then these portable lamps from Fermob are hard to beat
The ultimate bedroom guide: Bed frames, bedding and mattresses
Don’t lose sleep trying to find the right piece for your home!
Inside an Alexandra Park black-and-white
‘We had always wanted to have a quintessential colonial living experience in Singapore’
What’s your budget for living room furniture?
Four buyers find out what’s available
The smart way to manage air conditioning
Is air con driving you mad?
Buyers’ Guide: Sideboards, benches and consoles
If you’re looking for a handy place for storing or displaying your wares, here are some eye catching pieces
Vertical gardening options for small spaces
Two members of the Expat Living team trial the Aerospring vertical gardening system
Home services to make your life easier
Some great readers’ testimonials
5 Scandinavian-designed dining sets
See what the masters of form and functionality can bring to your dining room!
Building a Business – a difficult journey
Read all about this bubbly Swede and how she brought antique Scandinavian furniture to Singapore with Möbler
Add some monochrome magic to your home
Sleek and super stylish!
Inside a black-and-white colonial heritage home
Find out how this family from Edinburgh ended up living in a colonial heritage home in tropical Singapore