Michelle Yee

1 week ago | interiordesign.net | Michelle Yee

The scales of a living fish are not a typical starting point for a design concept. Yet this is an idea that underpins Wakuni Shoten, a café in suburban Tokyo by Japanese architect and Interior Design Hall of Fame member Kengo Kuma that boasts a rhythmic three-dimensional facade of more than 700 verdigris copper plates repurposed from a shrine. The tidy 600-square-foot spot occupies a former tobacco store in a 55-year-old wooden building on a quiet shopping street in Higashimurayama.

1 month ago | interiordesign.net | Michelle Yee

Thomas F. Schutte, known for his longstanding role as the 11th president of Pratt Institute, recently passed away on March 26, 2025, in New York, at the age of 89. During his 24-year tenure as president, and later president emeritus, Schutte overhauled the Institute, eliminating its deficit, revitalizing the campus, and doubling enrollment. Bolstering the Institute’s reputation as a leading school of art, design, and architecture, Schutte insisted on a holistic approach to learning.

Feb 5, 2025 | timeout.com | Michelle Yee

Photo: Robert Reck | | Spa SuitePhoto: Robert Reck | | There's nothing like a full day at the spa to put your mind and body in rest and relax mode. Written by Michelle YeeWednesday 5 February 2025FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertisingDuring these mentally and emotionally draining times, we could all use a rejuvenating spa sesh. There's nothing like a long massage with aromatherapy, wraps, facials and more to put your mind and body at ease.

Jan 13, 2025 | timeout.com | Michelle Yee

Photograph: Cat & the FiddlePhotograph: Cat & the FiddleWhether you're a fan of the classic buttery crust or seeking a creative rendition, these pineapple tarts are worth every calorieMonday 13 January 2025FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertisingEvery Chinese New Year, the festive table is brimming with scrumptious treats like bak kwa, love letters, and almond cookies – but let’s be honest, none quite compares to the irresistible allure of pineapple tarts.

Nov 29, 2024 | timeout.com | Michelle Yee

Photograph: InterContinental SingaporePhotograph: InterContinental SingaporeHere are our top picks for a show-stopping yule log that tastes as good as it looksSaturday 30 November 2024FacebookTwitterPinterestEmailWhatsAppAdvertisingNothing says Christmas like a log cake. Whether you’re gifting them to loved ones or getting one for your gatherings this festive season,  we’ve rounded up some of the best creations this year that will impress even the most discerning taste buds.