Don't fret if you’re in need of a five-star lifestyle, and your bank balance is feeling decidedly three. Financial lifestyle blogger DAWN CHER susses out savvy ways to indulge in SG.

Besides the highly anticipated Milan Furniture Fair, the Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair is another design exposition that has gained international recognition as a key industry event showcasing emerging trends.

Sleek, stylish pieces for a home office that will contribute to a job well done.

From the United States, Mexico and France to Australia and China, these spaces have everything to please the eye and boost creativity.

In this terrace house, luxury is born out of a medley of beautiful views, privacy and materials meant to age gracefully.

Cool, muted hues and delicately curved shapes help to create the zen atmosphere of this Balmoral condominium apartment. MELODY BAY does a walk-through.

Built on the bones of a former farmhouse, this home-cum-atelier of a designer couple and their four children is a chic combination of bright colours, industrial aesthetics, and fluid indoor-outdoor connection. ASIH JENIE finds out more.

The 17th edition of the London Design Festival was, once again, a celebration of talent from the UK – which has one of the biggest creative economies in the world – and beyond with over 400 different events, exhibitions and installations.

How do you create culture? A dash of bravery, a few drops of creativity, dollops of passion and a desire to pass it on to the next generation. The Peak pairs five current and future icons from five different cultural fields and transcribe their riveting conversations.

We don’t have to look too far to find custom-made sustainable wood furniture in Singapore. Some trees even grow in our gardens.

Marching to their own beat and shaking up the local art and design industry, here are the up-and-coming local creatives to keep your eye on

What exactly encapsulates Singapore style or design? We ask 20 creatives, each an icon in their field, what they think.

This home was conceived as a backdrop to the homeowner's eclectic style. She tells LYNN TAN how the home has allowed her to realise her teenage dream of becoming an architect or interior designer.

This gem of a penthouse apartment, which marries the contemporary and the traditional, is tucked away in an old building in Kensington. MELODY BAY finds out more.

IDEAS AND INSPIRATION FROM THOSE IN THE KNOW

Add versatility to your spatial planning by adopting the traditional Japanese concept of Washitsu.

In addition to sophisticated design and idyllic surroundings, this family-friendly hotel offers a variety of activities for both adults and children.

Dive into The Peak’s furniture guide to creating a home workspace where you can flourish, and constraints are taboo.

For decades, Her World has been a champion for women – in mind, body and action.

The youth of today are incredibly resourceful when it comes to searching for the best under-theradar haircuts, colouring, nails, facials and brow services.

All it takes to conceal your household shelter is a bit of creativity.

Check out what these homeowners and their interior designers did to turn standard BTO layouts into one-of-a-kind spaces.

Celebrated for its natural scarcity and exclusivity, the life-giving elixir of fine tea holds inestimable value for enthusiasts.

Women are enamoured with their charming virtual lovers in interactive romance novels that are now the hot dating game.

For lighting designers around the world, Euroluce is nothing less than the industry’s equivalent of what the Oscars mean to established actors in Hollywood.

Israeli designers are creating a new language of design from the city’s architectural past and multicultural present.

Now that The Sam Willows is on hiatus, band member Jonathan Chua is parlaying his musical success into nurturing the regional music industry.

DESIGN NEWS, PLACES TO VISIT, THINGS TO BUY

SINGAPORE'S MOST NOTABLE INTERIOR DESIGN FIRMS OF 2019 AND THEIR OUTSTANDING PROJECTS.

Expert in the leather business, Franco di Fonzo shares more about Frag’s legacy and the future of the furniture industry.

Flexipreneur, artist, fitness enthusiast, movie buff... The modern woman’s lifestyle calls for creating time and space for passions and personal expression.

Mark Wee shares his thoughts about the importance of the Skills Framework for Design program and how it can benefit both the workforce and local companies.

Premium wall decoration specialist’s flagship store.

What is it like to beat breast cancer? We talk to three women who battled the disease and have emerged feeling empowered, educated and enlightened.

Being fit and healthy is a lifelong journey that comes more easily when you have the right support. And NG HUI RU, winner of Shape Fit Girl 2019, is all set to give you that.

Pole-dancing instructor Jasmine Han refused to let breast cancer defeat her.

Why we need to rethink our workout motivation

The rise of local design competitions brings opportunity for young designers to showcase their talent. Here are some of the brand initiatives to get the creative juices going.

A new wave of interior designers have brought forth innovation, awe-inspiring designs and an almost-obsessive appreciation for detail. Here are 10 stellar studios – all established within the last five years – that are turning heads with their fresh approach.

THE PEOPLE, PLACES AND THINGS THAT MAKE US…

White is light and breezy.

We pick the best of the best for your mane with these stellar hair products, innovative treatments and styling services from our Hair Awards winners. Here’s to healthy luscious locks.

In this day and age, art moves – literally and figuratively – with the help of technology.

Dawn Chan has channelled her life philosophies and lessons learnt to create The Yoga School, a boutique alternative to yoga studio chains.

At the forefront of fashion’s ongoing intersection with the art world is installation, a creative form that offers connoisseurs a different experience.

Days Gone

We talk about E3 every year with a roundup of what we think are the best games to look forward too.

Running out of room in your work or study zone? We’ve got you covered with cool layout and styling tips.

SHE’S THE STAR BEHIND THAT INFAMOUS RIHANNA YELLOW GOWN AND NOW, LINCHPIN OF THE ASIAN CIVILISATIONS MUSEUM’S LATEST EXHIBITION – GUO PEI: CHINESE ART AND COUTURE – WHERE 29 OF HER DESIGNS WILL BE DISPLAYED, INCLUDING TWO NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN PIECES THAT WERE INSPIRED BY THE MUSEUM’S ARTWORKS.

Can a snowboarding company survive here? What about a pole dancing studio? Three women in their 20s tell us what it’s like running a specialised business, and how they clawed their way to success.

Read on for the 10 hottest trends from the most widely anticipated design event of the year!

Innovation is always moving, and professional creatives need a reliable partner for the long haul.

“The team is hugely inspired by Asian design elements.”

The New York-based lighting and furniture studio recently opened a sublime showroom on the West Coast.

Once a luxury only few could afford and now an almost commonplace dye, indigo’s mark on history is irrefutable.

How do we, the progressive women’s fashion and beauty magazine, celebrate turning 45?

Cue the music, lights and Crubox action: the LA boxing studio beloved by celebs and models is now in Duxton. Psst, it’s owned by three Singapore siblings.

LET THESE NEW GYMS AND YOGA STUDIOS WHET YOUR APPETITE FOR WORKING OUT.

More women are donning boxing gloves, getting into their fight stance and throwing jabs to break a sweat.

As HIIT reigns, these machines are getting newfound cred as real body changers.

Whether cruising along the idyllic Brahmaputra River in Assam or discovering the joy of whisky in Jodhpur, Harper’s BAZAAR drinks deep of new experiences in India

FORMER SINGAPORE DANCE THEATRE BALLERINAS ALISON CARROLL AND LISHA CHIN’S QUEST TO CREATE A DANCE INSPIRED FITNESS WORKOUT LED TO THE LAUNCH OF THEIR STUDIO BALLET BODY. HERE, THEY SHOW THEIR MOVES IN THIS YEAR’S LATEST OUTFITS.

More millennial entrepreneurs are getting into the pummelling action, lifting the sport as well as enticing beginners.

Everyone on the Shape team worked her butt off (literally) to bring you this prized list.

Whether you are staying in town or heading overseas for Valentine’s Day, these new luxurious lodgings will give you and bae endless reasons to stay in.

Serene and warm, Alizee Brion’s beachfront home offers a glimpse into her personal world. KArie Monie finds out more.

Milan-based Japanese designer Kensaku Oshiro believes that slow and steady wins the race, and goes about his work with quiet confidence, determination, passion and purpose.

In Ermenegildo Zegna’s latest ‘Defining Moments’ film, tattoo artists Joseph Siow and Bobo McGrylls wax lyrical about their craft.

Designer furniture showroom opens in Dempsey Hill.

Great for improving both strength and flexibility, pilates reformer classes are one of the best exercises you can do – regardless of age and fitness level.

Now that we are well into the 21st century, it’s time to look beyond old staples, such as the Eames lounger and Hans Wegner’s Wishbone chair, and uncover fresh favourites for the modern home.

Designing homes that make you happy.

Designing homes that make you happy.

INTERIOR DESIGN IS A FIERCELY COMPETITIVE INDUSTRY FILLED WITH BRILLIANT MINDS.

Get a total-body workout and feel the adrenaline rush with every punch you make and every breath you take at an aqua boxing class.

As the song “Home” celebrates its 20th anniversary, we get up close and personal to its original singer – the multitalented, versatile and soulful Kit Chan BY SANDHYA MAHADEVAN

Neue Fit’s Muay-HIIT class is perfect for anyone who wants to learn martial arts without getting kicked in the face.

Breathe new life into your hair and scalp with our definitive guide to the most pampering treatments and salon services around the island

Do your hair a favour and indulge in these in-salon solutions.

Detroit: Become Human

Fashion designer Frederick Lee takes you on a tour of his studio.

Here are 10 ways to give your home a fresh new look, without having to tear down the walls.

From creating more countertop space to the latest design features, we’ve got chic designer decor tips to refresh the heart of your home.

This chic home maximises its small space efficiently and in style.

The chic Mohamed Sultan district has seen its fair share of changes over the years, from being lined with rows of pubs and clubs, to becoming the locale of boutique hotels and expats.

AT HOME IN THE OFFICE WITH.

Cassina art director and renowned designer Patricia Urquiola looks to future living in new furniture designs.

JACKSON AW MAKES TOYS THAT ARE SOUGHT AFTER BY COLLECTORS AROUND THE WORLD.

Why heart rate-monitored workouts are the way forward.

How far would you go for a healthy lifestyle? The Weekly meets three women who gave up their corporate careers to make others stronger, fitter and leaner.

MAKE MEMORIES THAT LAST A LIFETIME WITH WHITE ROOM STUDIO

A discerning approach to colour and materials allowed for a stylish and clean pared-down look.

Furniture and home accessories retail store.

Why do the usual dinner and a movie, when you can reignite the sparks in your relationship with these out-ofthe- box and wallet-friendly dates!

With no decor theme in mind, this creative couple just wanted their home to be bare and simple, to keep the spaces flexible.

The simple wood-and-white look of this couple’s home sets the stage for their creative and vibrant art pieces.

… as told by high-street giant H&M. Its Fall/Winter 2016 Studio collection – with floral and lynx prints, and ultra-luxe embroidery – has us spellbound. IAN LEE reports from Paris.

Transform unruly hair into a smooth, flowing mane with this oil treatment.

Even as the global economic forecast remains downbeat, furniture and product producers and designers gathered at the 55th edition of the Salone del Mobile in Milan in April to celebrate innovative design.

Revealing best-kept secrets of this spectacular city.

Familiar names in the local art scene, the prvackis find freedom of expression in their generously sized studio.

Besides the Lease Buyback Scheme, retirees hoping to unlock their HDB flat’s value can also check out three other options.

Give your hair and scalp the care they deserve with products and treatments from Vintage Studio Hairdressing Spa .