Lifestyle

Festive flowers

Forget OTT table décor when it’s time to carve the turkey this Christmas. By this, we mean ditch the dancing snowmen and Rudolph motifs in favour of something a little more soigné this season. Alann Lung of OFlwr shows us how.

Be inspired by flowers

When American poet Ralph Waldo Emerson declared the “earth laughs in flowers” in the last century, no one seems to have objected to this day.

Room with a view

A photographer carves out an inspiring work space with a beautiful panorama and whimsical touches.

Colourful India

Decorating trends for Deepavali inspired by the colours of India...

Talking points

The latest design news from around the world...

The heartbeat of Paris

More than a mere body of water, the Seine keeps life throbbing in the city.

An exquisite stay

Switzerland’s financial centre, Zurich, is a bustling contemporary metropolis with a vibrant arts and culture scene, and a beautifully preserved old town with cobblestone streets and quaint churches. Situated in the north end of scenic Lake Zurich, the sprawling city has attracted business and leisure travellers for centuries.

Design inspirations from Sri Lanka (Part 2)

My recent trip of discovery and inspiration to Sri Lanka culminated at its capital, Colombo. Following the short but wonderful sojourn at the Galle Fort Precinct, we headed north towards Colombo using the new highway linking Galle and Colombo. The journey took only two hours — half of what it used to be! Progress indeed.