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9 September, 2024
Curate your coffee table books to create a sophisticated and stylish effect – though few of us have the sort of room to do what The Karl Lagerfeld hotel in Macau has done in homage to the designer’s 7L bookshop. Photos: Handout
Books and literature

Speaking volumes: how to curate your coffee table books for maximum impact

Style your books like Karl Lagerfeld by choosing eye-catching tomes to create a sophisticated but deliberately disorganised effect

Luxury brands

What does your coffee cup say about you? Designer mugs to elevate your morning brew

Fashion

‘I was awestruck’: Lauren Santo Domingo on becoming Tiffany Home’s artistic director

Food and Drinks

Calm and collected: how organising my kitchen helped clear my mind

The chaos of living in a world disrupted by Covid-19 turned a former clutterbug into a cool, calm and collected minimalist.

How decluttering my kitchen helped me find peace of mind and bring order. Photo: Shutterstock

How to designate your bedroom as a sleep-only, no-tech zone

Unwinding and enjoying a perfect night’s rest means turning the bedroom into a restful haven – here’s how to create a peaceful and tasteful bolt-hole

The top interior design trends of 2021

In this time of the coronavirus pandemic, a longing for the wide blue yonder sees serenity and sustainable home furnishings as top trends in the year ahead

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Reese Witherspoon

How to turn your bathroom into a spa-like sanctuary

Style up the smallest room in the house to create a home spa with a combination of tactile textures and smart technology

A bathroom featuring Toto fittings. The important thing is to ensure that accents and textures come together as a whole. Photo: Toto

Can’t dine out due to Covid-19? It’s time to rethink your kitchen

The pandemic has forced us to pay much more attention to the kitchen – so re-organise and redesign before you whip up some great home-cooked meals

Covid-19 keeping you indoors? Turn your balcony into a soothing refuge

From plants to durable furniture, there are plenty of ways to transform even the tiniest outdoor space into a comfortable haven – the experts tell us how to do it

LED there be light: A top designer’s tips to add atmosphere to your home

From pedestal lamps to pendant lights, there are several ways to illuminate your living space, says Maison & Objet’s 2020 designer of the year

Organic Modernism’s Trilight lighting feature brings focus to the living space. Photo: Organic Modernism
Coronavirus pandemic: All stories

Coronavirus quarantine? Now’s the time to Marie Kondo your home

Use the time at home to redecorate – and add a splash of colour with these 5 hip accessories from Fendi, Hermès and more

Amid coronavirus, liven your sweet abode with Etro's home collection (pictured here), along with vibrant home accessories from Fendi, Hermès, Armani and Shanghai Tang. Photo: @etro/Instagram
Artificial intelligence

How cybersecurity and smart home tech can bring peace of mind

Bundling alarms or cameras with smart door locks or gate openers gives homeowners the means to keep burglars out while granting secure access to others while you are away

Wellness

How modern bathrooms have evolved to provide a sense of well-being

Luxury bathroom designs incorporate wellness elements that nurture and inspire

Architecture and design

Japan’s wabi-sabi philosophy is the interior decor trend of 2020

Why accepting imperfection and impermanence – as the ancient Japanese world view teaches – chimes with contemporary ideals for natural, renewable materials and multifunctional designs

Another flash look is New York retro – think vintage leather sofas and an eclectic mix of furnishings, such as on the television show Friends – and in these furnishings by Tequila Kola. Photos: Handouts
Architecture and design

Bedroom designs focus on sustainability and environmental concerns

Using elevated furniture makes interiors lighter and frees up more floor space to make the room seem bigger

Carlton bed from Indigo Living. Multifunctional bed frames are popular as they help conserve space, while adding a warm, grounding element. Photo: Handout
Artificial intelligence

5 hi-tech home appliances that will let you put your feet up

From robotic vacuums to streamlined showers, these are the new appliances worth investing in

Hong Kong interior design

How to design a safe space for your kids at home

Fun, functional pieces and thoughtful decor are all that’s needed when redesigning your kid’s room

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Hong Kong interior design

3 trends in decor to give your home a fresh new vibe

Eco-friendly materials are poised to take pride of place in our homes over the coming year, reflecting our deepened sense of concern about our impact on the natural environment

TREE’s Japanese Wabi Sabi terracotta ceramics adds a cool vibe to the home.
Wellness

How to turn your bathroom into a soothing home spa

You don’t need to go to a hotel to be pampered – all you need for the ideal home spa is a roomy shower stall, a bathtub, a sitting area, a basin and a vanity

Architecture and design

High-tech gadgets and nano materials are transforming the kitchen

Companies are serving up cutting-edge technology that elevates the hearth to a state-of-the-art hub

Architecture and design

How outdoor furniture can make patio life a breeze

With the right kind of materials and efficient use of space, your outdoor space can be turned into a natural extension of your indoor space

Zzue Creation’s Piper Sofa by Roda comes in a unique rust-coloured finish that enlivens outdoor space.
Art

Choosing art for the home is all about mixing things up

Art has become more affordable – portraits, photographs, sculptures and paintings can liven up a living space, but selecting carefully is key

An artwork from Art House Asia titled ‘Abstract Painting’ by Nikolai Gritsunchuk of Russia
Hong Kong interior design

How to make your ceiling light up the room

Careful use of lighting, objects and materials can transform the space above your head to produce a powerful aesthetic statement

Technology

Smart-home tech is making our lives easier – but can we trust it?

For better and for worse, our homes are turning into hubs of electronic intelligence

Architecture and design

Bottega Veneta launches luxurious and playful new home collection

Designs from second collaboration between creative director Tomas Maier and designer Osanna Visconti di Modrone unveiled at Milan’s Salone del Mobile 

High-fashion brand Bottega Veneta’s new collection of furniture and furnishings were unveiled at the trade fair Salone Del Mobile 2018 in Milan. Photo: Bottega Veneta

Analysis | Man who changed way we think about furniture (and meatballs)

Analysts say Ikea has been successful in not only getting shoppers to linger for hours, but also getting them to come back, over and over, whether for mattresses or meatballs

Three lighting tips from Andre Fu

Why smart homes are no longer science fiction

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