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Room to grow

The raison d’être for Woha Architects is building a better future. This is underpinned by the studio’s unerring ability to find connections between different systems, whether that’s creating habitats or reducing urban heat.

A portrait of Richard Hassell.
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Finding a common language

Third-generation perfumer Johari Kazura hails from Singapore’s Kampong Gelam, a cultural enclave with enduring ties to the early 20th-century spice trade. His brand distils the best of East and West.

A portrait of Johari Kazura.
Design

Playing to your strengths

Carpenter Morgan Yeo’s creative process is built around collaboration: listening to his client’s needs and bringing their vision to life. His creations are found across Singapore, including at The Macallan House and Fico.

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Design

Heritage and innovation

Hans Tan’s groundbreaking inquiry into porcelain design caught the eye of the team at Mandarin Oriental Singapore, who commissioned him to create the signature Lion City fan emblem in the hotel’s lobby.

A portrait of Hans Tan.
Design

The power to shape your day

For Lidiyanah “Yana” K., bartending is a holistic craft that requires technical skill, prowess and a personal touch. At Atlas, she enjoys delighting her guests via the imaginative cocktail list.

A portrait of Lidiyanah “Yana” K.
Food & Drink

A hunger for knowledge

Both restaurant Forma and private dining establishment Ben Fatto 95 celebrate handmade pasta in all its glorious forms, many of which were discovered by chef-founder Lee Yum Hwa on research trips and apprenticeships in…

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Design

Adventures in Craft, Singapore

Our guide to Singapore celebrates a vibrant fusion of ideas, spotlighting the people who elevate their process to a craft by developing cultural dialogues and adding new twists to traditional practices.

A portrait of Dawn Ng.
Design

The craft of shaping evolution

Dr Jordan Nguyen is the founder of Psykinetic, a technology company that uses AI, robotics and a keen sense of design to create accessibility-enhancing devices such as mind-controlled wheelchairs.

A portrait of Dr Jordan Nguyen.
Design

The craft of making better decisions

Global financial markets never sleep so investing in them successfully requires an agile, proactive approach based on international research and insight. Niall MacLeod has been honing his craft in this respect for more than…

A portrait of Neil Macleod.

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