https://www.scmp.com/rss/324236/feed The latest news, analysis and opinion on HomeSquare. In-depth analysis, industry insights and expert opinion. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com We spend about one-third of our lives sleeping, so it makes sense to invest in a comfortable mattress. Just what exactly constitutes a comfortable mattress is of course subjective. One person’s ergonomic support is another’s slate of marble, and with all the technology that now underlies a good night’s sleep, finding the ideal mattress is a lesson in pocket spring coils and memory foam. A good night’s sleep comes down to the body’s ability to relax so blood can flow effectively through the body... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083440/good-night-comfortable-and-supportive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083440/good-night-comfortable-and-supportive?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:49:37 +0000 Move over utilitarian industrial chic, because the new season brings an entirely new spread of interior trends. As recent crazes for no-frills chic fades with winter, a new mood for nurturing and fun is on the horizon, as designers seek an antidote to global affairs. Natural materials and themes are big news as interiors move towards a casual, comfortable space. “Incorporating natural materials and themes continues to become increasingly popular. Distressed furniture adds character to your home,... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083438/natural-designs-and-neutral-themes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083438/natural-designs-and-neutral-themes?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:46:24 +0000 There are more than 60 Kelvin Giormani outlets around the world, including two in Hong Kong. Established nine years ago, Kelvin Giormani specialises in custom-made, high-end leather sofas with excellent sewing and stitching. You can design your ideal sofa in the gallery by picking and choosing from nine types of top European leather with more than 200 colours; seven levels of softness; and eight different stitching and weaving patterns. Sofas are available in various sizes and combinations.... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083094/kelvin-giormani-offers-best-leather?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083094/kelvin-giormani-offers-best-leather?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:38:55 +0000 Indigo Living offers a core range of interior essentials, and debuts four new collections twice a year. The brand’s new collections for spring/summer 2017 are Beach Class, Pretty in Pink, Urban Chic and Caribbean Easy. The collections have been carefully curated by Indigo Living to help consumers live beautifully in the comfort of their own home. Each piece in the four collections has a unique personality. Pieces in the Beach Class collection feature a classic, refreshing coastal look. Pieces in... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083435/indigo-living-presents-kelly-hoppen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083435/indigo-living-presents-kelly-hoppen?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:33:25 +0000 For three decades, Joineur has kept the centuries-old tradition of Chinese wooden furniture making alive. A home-grown brand that designs, manufactures, and sells Chinese furniture, Joineur employs traditional furniture-making techniques, while creating modern, stylish pieces that are also practical. Everything is done in house, from the selection of the wood to the design, assembly, polishing, and finishing of the piece. Joineur works mostly with high-density, solid woods such as rosewood and... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/2083432/joineur-keeps-centuries-old-chinese-furniture-making-crafts-alive?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/2083432/joineur-keeps-centuries-old-chinese-furniture-making-crafts-alive?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:30:47 +0000 Sustainable furniture is often a centrepiece in a stylish home. At TREE, contemporary design and traditional craftsmanship go hand in hand. The store’s motto – “profits with principles” – has served it well since TREE’s inception 12 years ago. “We partner with those who share our passion for ethical sourcing, sustainability and giving back,” says Kate Babington, TREE’s managing director. And she takes this commitment very seriously. TREE’s furniture is made using responsibly sourced wood that is... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083429/naturally-inclined-eco-chic-trees?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083429/naturally-inclined-eco-chic-trees?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:26:40 +0000 Serta’s success began in the 1930s, when it launched its Perfect Sleeper mattress, according to Maggie Sham, the brand’s associate director of sales and marketing. “The secret behind our success for over 80 years was to keep moving our steps towards innovation,” she says. This strategy resulted in Serta’s patented Mira-coil, Comfort Quilt and Perimeter Edge products, the company says . “We have brought many ‘firsts’ to the industry, including the continuous coil inner-spring design in 1980s,”... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/2083427/serta-launches-dream-mattress-homesquare-and-reminds-sleepers-test-beds?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/2083427/serta-launches-dream-mattress-homesquare-and-reminds-sleepers-test-beds?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:22:51 +0000 Mattress and bedding manufacturer Airland celebrated its 50th anniversary in Hong Kong last year. The premier brand has seen Hong Kong’s living habits change over the years, and has adapted its products to suit its customers. The tiny sizes of Hong Kong flats limit interior design options and the range of furniture that customers can bring into their homes, Airland says, citing how simplicity always wins. “The simple style would continue to [be] dominant in the interior design [sector] in 2017,”... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083424/airland-makes-beds-tiny-hong-kong-homes?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083424/airland-makes-beds-tiny-hong-kong-homes?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:19:37 +0000 Homes are getting smarter by the season. Décor Collection, located at HomeSquare, offers products from popular European brands in home décor that are designed to bring smart living into our home lives. From electric-recliners by German and Italian brands Koinor and Polodivani, to remote controlled extendable tables by Italian brand Naos, companies continue to look at ways to combine technology and flexibility in their designs. The team at Décor Collection prides itself on the add-on value they... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083420/decor-collection-brings-smarter-european?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083420/decor-collection-brings-smarter-european?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:16:24 +0000 The Cattelan story began in Italy, in 1979, when Giorgio and Silvia Cattelan started their marble-based furniture company, making products such as dining and coffee tables for export. The furniture trade is part of the Cattelan family’s heritage. Giorgio was the youngest of seven brothers, five of whom went into the furniture business. In 1995, his sons Lorenzo and Paolo also joined the company, which now designs products in wood, glass, leather and metal that have also been exported to 104... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083418/cattelan-italia-brings-family-furniture?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083418/cattelan-italia-brings-family-furniture?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:11:56 +0000 Hong Kong’s largest one-stop shopping mall for home furnishings, HomeSquare, occupies five-storeys of the Grand Central Plaza, next to New Town Plaza, in Sha Tin. HomeSquare features a wide selection of international home-furnishing brands, and provides interior design services and furniture for every room. The mall also offers bathroom appliances, kitchenware, lighting and fixtures, and covers all aspects of creating a comfortable home. The mall also offers bathroom appliances, kitchenware,... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083414/homesquare-thrives-hong-kongs-largest?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/lifestyle/topics/homesquare/article/2083414/homesquare-thrives-hong-kongs-largest?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:10:03 +0000