https://www.scmp.com/rss/325424/feed en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com The books you choose to display in your home are not just a reflection of your personal interests but also speak volumes – pardon the pun – about your style and taste. While a well-stocked library, an entire roomful of books, was the height of sophistication for the wealthier homeowner in Victorian times, today a well-curated selection of coffee table books has become essential in any beautifully designed home. “Using books as an interior styling tool isn’t new, but as more people had spillover... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/article/3273887/curate-your-coffee-table-books-karl-lagerfeld-eye-catching-tomes-taschen-and-assouline-just-scream?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/article/3273887/curate-your-coffee-table-books-karl-lagerfeld-eye-catching-tomes-taschen-and-assouline-just-scream?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Aug 2024 01:00:11 +0000 These impeccably crafted designer mugs – from Italian fashion brands Gucci, Missoni, Etro and Versace – will put a seriously stylish twist to your favourite brew. Our edit comprises four fabulous iterations including one with mood-lifting florals to another with a funky zigzag print. 6 trainers to step out in for Lunar New Year 2024, the Year of the Dragon So here’s four mugs guaranteed to really elevate your brew. 1. Gucci Herbarium mug – US$300 Made from Richard Ginori porcelain, Gucci’s... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3251109/what-your-coffee-cup-says-about-you-elevate-your-morning-brew-designer-mugs-gucci-missoni-etro-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3251109/what-your-coffee-cup-says-about-you-elevate-your-morning-brew-designer-mugs-gucci-missoni-etro-and?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 19 Feb 2024 06:00:19 +0000 When Tiffany & Co., the storied American jeweller acquired by luxury group LVMH in 2021, appointed Lauren Santo Domingo as artistic director of Tiffany Home, those familiar with her work felt this was a match made in heaven. The former Vogue editor and co-founder of luxury retailer Moda Operandi is known for her impeccable taste, both when it comes to her widely admired personal style, and the beautiful events she hosts at her New York home and her Paris apartment. The Asian glitterati take over... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3222055/why-lauren-santo-domingo-was-awestruck-join-tiffany-home-incoming-artistic-director-promises-bring?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3222055/why-lauren-santo-domingo-was-awestruck-join-tiffany-home-incoming-artistic-director-promises-bring?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 28 May 2023 02:00:21 +0000 There is a meme that has been circulating among my peers, and it goes like this: the overlaid caption reads “Me in my early 20s vs now” and, in the first few seconds, a young man stands flailing his arms in a simulated nightclub, downing vodka shots. In the next scene, he’s sat primly on his living room sofa, in a cardigan, introducing all of his favourite frying pans. “I really like this one,” he smarms at the camera. “’Cause it’s non-sticky, and matches my favourite spatula.” Where is the lie... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/food-drink/article/3184006/extreme-organising-how-decluttering-my-kitchen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/food-drink/article/3184006/extreme-organising-how-decluttering-my-kitchen?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Jul 2022 09:15:24 +0000 Given the long working hours and record-breaking home prices in Hong Kong, it’s no secret that bedrooms often double up as work, study or entertainment spaces. How many times have you scrolled through your Instagram or Twitter account just before bedtime, only to have a work email labelled “urgent” pop up? And when you reach out for your laptop – which you had placed on your bedside table out of habit – you think to yourself: “Ah, I might as well see what other emails I’ve received.” All that,... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116459/no-tv-phones-or-laptops-please-how-designate-your-bedroom-sleep?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116459/no-tv-phones-or-laptops-please-how-designate-your-bedroom-sleep?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Jan 2021 07:15:14 +0000 We all need it, and trend forecasters have called it: 2021 will be the year that brings fresh positivity into our lives. Canadian paint brand Sico is chirping about a hue called Blue Winged-Warbler (named after a North American songbird) as its colour of the year for 2021, noting that with much of the world still outside our reach, “This fresh aqua colour instils a feeling of positivity, transforming a space into a serene retreat from the world outside our doors.” Pantone Color Institute has... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116480/how-make-small-apartment-feel-bigger-and-top-interior-design-trends?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116480/how-make-small-apartment-feel-bigger-and-top-interior-design-trends?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Jan 2021 06:47:58 +0000 Hong Kong bathrooms are notoriously tiny. While you can argue that there is only so much one can do to style up the space, there is no better time than now, when we’re spending so much time at home, to rethink your bathroom. When it comes to overall style, simple contours seem to be the rule for smaller bathrooms. Round sinks are classic, but those wanting a more modern look could opt for a rectangular one. An increasing number of city dwellers are also converting their bathtubs into shower... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116455/how-turn-your-bathroom-spa-sanctuary-few-steps-cleverly-concealed?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116455/how-turn-your-bathroom-spa-sanctuary-few-steps-cleverly-concealed?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 05 Jan 2021 04:50:28 +0000 Once overlooked, Hong Kong’s kitchens are getting the attention they deserve through clever use of space and design. It’s no secret that Hongkongers aren’t a cooking bunch. We’re more likely to know the name of a restaurant that opened just last week, than the price of meat and vegetables at the supermarket. In fact, if there was one space in the house that some of the city’s residents are willing to forgo, it is the kitchen. Yet, with Covid-19 forcing us to stay at home, people are rethinking... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116295/covid-19-keeping-us-out-restaurants-its-time-freshen-your-kitchen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116295/covid-19-keeping-us-out-restaurants-its-time-freshen-your-kitchen?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Jan 2021 07:00:17 +0000 If we needed any more incentive to value outdoor space in a crowded city, Covid-19 well and truly drove that message home. Sean Affleck, Make Architects Asia and UK director, says it was wonderful to see so many low-rise rooftops being used during the pandemic, functioning as home gyms, home offices, entertaining spaces and dining rooms. How much would you pay to have a Nobu or Ramsay restaurant in your building? “This gave inspiration for how these spaces could be used more effectively and it... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116294/covid-19-keeping-you-indoors-heres-how-make-most-your-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116294/covid-19-keeping-you-indoors-heres-how-make-most-your-hong-kong?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Jan 2021 05:00:18 +0000 The right kind of illumination features can effortlessly merge style and function if chosen for their elegance and practicality. Like many of his ilk, lighting designer Michael Anastassiades insists he doesn’t follow trends. But many of us do, and when the Britain-based creator of his eponymous lighting brand was named Designer of the Year for the 2020 edition of the influential trade show Maison & Objet in Paris, the design world took notice. How did Covid-19 inspire this busy designer to find... https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116286/led-there-be-light-brighten-your-home-these-illuminating-tips?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/special-reports/article/3116286/led-there-be-light-brighten-your-home-these-illuminating-tips?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Jan 2021 02:37:14 +0000 Amid the novel coronavirus outbreak, many cities are on lockdown, with social events postponed or cancelled. In Italy, where there are now many cases of Covid-19, the government has ordered a restriction of movement and told the populace to stay at home. Domestic spaces have become more important than usual for city dwellers. While we pay attention to our food intake to boost our immunity systems, research shows that a cosy and pleasant environment is conducive for people to de-stress and stay... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3074786/coronavirus-quarantine-nows-time-marie-kondo-your-home-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3074786/coronavirus-quarantine-nows-time-marie-kondo-your-home-and?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 22 Mar 2020 05:00:16 +0000 Gone are the days of clunky padlocks and brass fire-alarm bells. Today, advances in IoT – the internet of things – have paved the way for smarter, more sophisticated home security and safety measures that provide peace of mind whether you’re inside your home or away from it. Benjamin Bertrand, connected solutions director of smart home automation brand Somfy, says he sees two major trends in smart home security: the increasing application of artificial intelligence (AI) to enable earlier and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3048185/how-latest-cybersecurity-and-smart-home-tech-can-help?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3048185/how-latest-cybersecurity-and-smart-home-tech-can-help?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 30 Jan 2020 10:00:11 +0000 It’s the one place in the home where a person can truly be alone, to indulge in rituals that soothe, rest and restore. Hence, in designing luxury projects for her clients, Hong Kong designer Rowena Gonzales, of Liquid Interiors, looks for every opportunity to incorporate wellness elements that nurture and inspire. Bathrooms that are out of the ordinary by bringing a spa feel into the home make well-being an everyday experience, rather than a luxury, she says. Antoine Besseyre Des Horts,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044944/home-spas-hydrotherapy-how-modern-bathrooms-have?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044944/home-spas-hydrotherapy-how-modern-bathrooms-have?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 07 Jan 2020 09:00:15 +0000 Furniture and knick-knacks add to the comfort of your home, and offer a way for your personality to shine through. Leading industry insiders share their observations on the latest interior trends, as well as simple ways you can score the latest looks by adding a few basic pieces to your living space. Not only does this [wabi-sabi] trend tell us to work with natural, renewable materials, but it also encourages us to take on a less-is-more approach, let go of material wants, and appreciate the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044278/how-ancient-japanese-philosophy-wabi-sabi-inspires?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3044278/how-ancient-japanese-philosophy-wabi-sabi-inspires?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Jan 2020 04:52:52 +0000 Comfort, simplicity, multifunctional furniture and eco-consciousness will be the cornerstones of bedroom design in 2020. John McLennan, founder of Indigo Living, says we’ll see more padded headboards such as the brand’s Whitney, and storage beds like the elegant Carlton, and expects soft greys and warm off-whites to be the dominant colours next year. “Texture and layering will also be important, so seek out tactile, big weave throws and pile these with different-sized pillows in a relaxed,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3041808/how-sustainability-and-environmental-concerns-will?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/3041808/how-sustainability-and-environmental-concerns-will?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 13 Dec 2019 04:00:09 +0000 Life’s busy enough as it is. There’s nothing wrong with asking for that extra bit of help now and then. Gadgets and appliances can be one way to staff the home; better yet, these ingenious devices add a touch of fun to life. Hate vacuuming? Then get your hands on Electrolux’s latest vacuum cleaner, the Pure F9, a cordless affair that relies on powerful battery technology to vacuum the house from top to bottom on a single charge. It can handle everything from floor surfaces to curtains. How many... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176638/5-hi-tech-home?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176638/5-hi-tech-home?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 01 Jan 2019 02:00:00 +0000 One of the biggest challenges of designing a children’s space is to select furniture that is safe yet stimulating enough so the little ones can learn, play and thrive in a welcoming environment. FLEXA Hong Kong offers Scandinavian-inspired stylish kids’ furniture that is free of formaldehyde, solvents and colourants. “All FLEXA’s furniture is TUV Sud-tested to ensure full compliance with European regulations,” said a representative from FLEXA Hong Kong. Scandinavian design and sustainability... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176898/how-design-perfect-safe?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176898/how-design-perfect-safe?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 18 Dec 2018 18:00:45 +0000 Trends come and go, and often when an aesthetic comes into fashion, it’s a reaction to another style that preceded it, or is a reflection of current happenings and concerns across the globe. This year, we see a newfound dedication to environmental conservation, resulting in an appreciation for eco-friendly materials and processes. Meanwhile, clean minimalism and industrial modernity give way to a wealth of colour and the warmth of wood and handmade pieces. Here are three design trends on the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176837/colours-contours-3?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176837/colours-contours-3?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 18 Dec 2018 02:01:47 +0000 How often do you finish a vacation, however enjoyable, with a trip to the hotel spa? Chances are the answer to that is “As often as possible”, and it is the reason the global spa industry was worth approximately US$100 billion in 2015 (according to the Global Wellness Institute). Take a break at these top 4 wellness treatment and holiday resorts to recharge your batteries The growth of the wellness-focused lifestyle has led to the organic food boom, the rise in natural cosmetics and a robust... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176917/enter-home-spa-how-turn?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2176917/enter-home-spa-how-turn?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 16 Dec 2018 04:02:48 +0000 Whether or not it’s used on a regular basis, an elegant, well-designed and fully equipped kitchen is among the most common homeowners’ fantasies. Often it is the busiest space and the beating heart of a home. Today’s kitchen is different than it was 10 years ago, and it continues to be re-invented. Technology is having an impact on everything we do, and the kitchen is no different. The last great leaps in the kitchen came in the form of conveniences like running water and electric light. Now the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175541/how-high-tech-gadgets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175541/how-high-tech-gadgets?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 09 Dec 2018 18:02:52 +0000 In concrete-clad Hong Kong, an outdoor residential space has always been a rare and valuable asset, be it a humble corner balcony for enjoying morning coffee or an expansive outdoor patio for entertaining. “People view their outdoor space as an extension of their indoor space; it’s not simply an add-on anymore,” says Britta Butler, architect and founder of B Squared Design. While a blessing, backyards, patios and rooftops in Hong Kong are challenging; they are usually small, and at the mercy of... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175553/how-outdoor-furniture?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175553/how-outdoor-furniture?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 09 Dec 2018 04:00:30 +0000 Art may still be a luxury, but it is no longer just for the uber-rich, thanks to a rising number of international fairs and festivals that cater to low- and mid-range collectors. Consider the Affordable Art Fair (next Hong Kong edition in May 2019), where one can easily snap up a quality painting or ink drawing for under HK$5,000 (US$640). Art Central in Hong Kong, a waterfront art affair, while offering works in higher price brackets, also caters to low- to mid-range buyers. The guy who made... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175551/choosing-art-home-about?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175551/choosing-art-home-about?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 09 Dec 2018 02:00:45 +0000 When designing or remodelling your home, floors and walls often take priority, while ceilings remain an afterthought. This is a shame, because attractive ceilings make powerful aesthetic statements, and provide backdrops that elevate any interior concept. At Milan Design Week this year, brightly coloured and patterned ceilings were on trend. “Bold colours are hot at the moment, and so are contemporary gypsum or wooden mouldings. We are also seeing a revival in fabric designs depicting... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175547/how-good-lighting-can?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175547/how-good-lighting-can?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 08 Dec 2018 18:00:30 +0000 On the other side of the globe right now, the Canadian city of Toronto is readying itself to become the world’s tech laboratory. All eyes turned that way when Google’s sister company Sidewalk Labs announced a multimillion dollar plan to co-develop the world’s first city built from the “internet up”. The idea is to employ so many algorithms and sensors, and so much Big Data, that residents, visitors and workers need not worry about traffic jams, garbage pickup or shovelling snow (heated... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175548/smart-home-tech-making?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/presented/topics/home-essentials/article/2175548/smart-home-tech-making?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Dec 2018 18:00:43 +0000 Italian high-fashion house Bottega Veneta has launched its latest home collection designed by the luxury brand’s creative director Tomas Maier. This collection, including furniture, lighting, tableware, and home decorations, marks the second collaboration between Maier and designer Osanna Visconti di Modrone. Luxury fashion houses branch out into interior design and home collections Bottega Veneta, best known for its leather goods and men’s and women’s clothing, presented its home collection... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2143833/italian-high-fashion-house-bottega-veneta-launches?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2143833/italian-high-fashion-house-bottega-veneta-launches?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 30 Apr 2018 02:03:32 +0000 There’s the Billy bookcase, the Malm dresser and, who could forget, the no-nonsense Lack coffee table. Ikea, the Swedish furniture giant – founded by Ingvar Kamprad, who died this weekend at age 91 – has come to embody simple, affordable furniture for the masses. Since its founding in 1943, the company has transformed the way we think about how we shop for furniture (out: catalogues, in: mazelike warehouses), how we put it together (ourselves) and how it looks (sleek, not stodgy.) With its clean... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/2131002/how-ikeas-ingvar-kamprad-changed-way-we-think-about-furniture-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/europe/article/2131002/how-ikeas-ingvar-kamprad-changed-way-we-think-about-furniture-and?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 29 Jan 2018 05:21:27 +0000 Hong Kong-born, British-educated interior designer Andre Fu instantly shot to fame when the Upper House hotel at Pacific Place opened in 2009 to reveal his contemporary Zen-like interior concepts. He has continued to wow the world with more projects created from his airy design studio on Duddell Street in Central. He shares his views on how lighting can change a space. Andre Fu designs Pavilion VIP lounge for Pacific Place How important is lighting to a space? Lighting is a key aspect of any... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2124517/lighting-tips-hong-kong-designer-andre-fu?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2124517/lighting-tips-hong-kong-designer-andre-fu?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 18 Dec 2017 03:02:07 +0000 The concept is nothing new: your house “knows” you; turns on the light and music for you; has the coffee ready by the time you walk into the kitchen; picks the day’s outfit for you; and reminds you what you need to order from Amazon by the time you head out of the door. And, while you are away, your robot assistant cleans the house for you and you can also monitor what’s going on at home while you’re out. It’s called a smart home, and it is ripe to become reality. And an independent survey... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2124457/why-smart-homes-are-no-longer-science-fiction?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2124457/why-smart-homes-are-no-longer-science-fiction?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 15 Dec 2017 05:54:19 +0000 No one can dispute that lighting makes all the difference in an interior. On a practical level, it helps you see better and keeps you safe. At more nuanced levels, it affects your well-being. Lighting designers face three general layers of thinking in InformeDesign, a resource created to bring the research and practice aspects of the design professions together, writes Delores Ginthner, associate professor in the interior design programme, department of design, housing and apparel at the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2124263/looking-lighting-revamp-go-bespoke-luxe-or-smart-hong?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2124263/looking-lighting-revamp-go-bespoke-luxe-or-smart-hong?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Dec 2017 04:00:06 +0000 [Sponsored Article] Grohe GROHE is the world’s leading provider of sanitary fittings and a global brand, dedicated to providing innovative water products. For many decades, GROHE has been committed to the brand values of technology, quality, design and sustainability that all illustrate GROHE’s commitment to creating exceptional experiences and to delivering “Pure Freude an Wasser”. With its engineering, innovation and design activities firmly anchored in Germany, GROHE products bear the badge... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2123313/total-solutions-your-bathroom?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2123313/total-solutions-your-bathroom?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Dec 2017 06:34:53 +0000 [Sponsored Article] TOTO was founded in 1917 as a manufacturer of ceramic sanitary equipment and plumbing hardware, their designs not only focus on functionalities, but also the level of pleasure and interactivity while using the products and the environmental acceptability. "Life Anew" will play a central role in the design culture of TOTO in the following century, makes use of their “creative gene” to give full scope to creativity, pledges to create products which are aesthetic, environmental... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2122956/embarks-rejuvenated-journey-toto?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2122956/embarks-rejuvenated-journey-toto?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Dec 2017 16:15:00 +0000 [Sponsored Article] Sub- Zero Wolf Together, Sub-Zero & Wolf are the brands for people who will have nothing less than the kitchen they have always wanted. Since the first freestanding freezer built by Westye F. Bakke in 1943, Sub-Zero has emerged as the recognised leading manufacturer of premium built-in home refrigerators. Sub-Zero refrigerators, freezers and wine storage units are the definitive kitchen components, made by hand and rigorously tested, and the only brand with dual... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2121462/two-specialists-one-extraordinary-kitchen?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2121462/two-specialists-one-extraordinary-kitchen?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Dec 2017 16:08:59 +0000 [Sponsored article] We believe that every element in our lives has the capacity to be enhanced; in which it could begin at home where the heritages of nature and the cultural legacy could come together to withhold an unique and exquisite lifestyle with self expression. With the love for natural elements and expertise in furnishing, every piece of OVO’s design cherishes the beauty of nature. Not only known for their signature design that synchronizes western design sensibility and eastern... https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2121305/quality-lifestyle-begins-home-find-your?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/presented/lifestyle/topics/home-essentials/article/2121305/quality-lifestyle-begins-home-find-your?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Dec 2017 16:08:58 +0000 Household appliances are becoming more sophisticated as manufacturers tailor new products to meet discerning consumers’ fast-changing needs. Few people relish the prospect of doing household chores after a long day, so who wouldn’t want a “robotic” vacuum cleaner doing that job while you are at work, which can be controlled and monitored via an app on your smartphone? The compact Dyson 360 Eye, created by British inventor James Dyson’s eponymous company, does its job thanks to a top-mounted,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2123821/how-hi-tech-appliances-meet-demands-fast-paced-urbanites?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2123821/how-hi-tech-appliances-meet-demands-fast-paced-urbanites?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Dec 2017 04:00:45 +0000 Designers with an eye on the future often take their cue from the past. With technological advances enabling materials to be used in ways not previously possible, architects and interior decorators are putting a modern twist on old favourites – and introducing concepts that push the boundaries of the most fertile imaginations. Lighting is ripe for innovation. While Philips has put mood lighting in the palm of our hands – courtesy of the Hue range of smart lighting controlled by mobile app –... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2123501/how-new-furniture-materials-are-transforming-home?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2123501/how-new-furniture-materials-are-transforming-home?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 08 Dec 2017 09:15:45 +0000 People can spend a great deal of time in the bathroom. The average Brit spends three hours and nine minutes sitting on the throne every week, according to research carried out by UKactive, a non-profit organisation. That doesn’t factor in the time they spend in the bath or shower or just getting away from it all. Forty-three per cent of people say the bathroom is usually the only place they get time for themselves, a study by a British bathroom company reveals. It therefore makes sense to treat... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2123328/how-design-bathroom-adds-opulence-your-lifestyle?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/tech-design/article/2123328/how-design-bathroom-adds-opulence-your-lifestyle?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 07 Dec 2017 08:15:00 +0000