Roman Sverdan

Sep 26, 2024 | straitstimes.com | Ng Keng Gene |Lee Pei Jie |Roman Sverdan |Shannon Teoh

These Japanese tiles were manufactured by tile company Danto Kaisha, and each features the image of a fingered citron – a symbol of happiness, longevity and good fortune. Each tile also has an illustration of a pomegranate, which represents fertility; and peaches, a symbol of long life. Made by British company Alfred Meakin, these English tiles each feature a depiction of a pink water lily and were used to decorate the townhouse’s staircase.

Dec 22, 2023 | straitstimes.com | David Sun |Roman Sverdan |Laura Aragó

An extensive web of people and companies with billions in assets was uncovered as part of the largest case of money laundering in Singapore. The Straits Times looks at the links between those arrested, their partners and associates.

Aug 7, 2023 | straitstimes.com | Alex Lim |Charlene Chua |Roman Sverdan

Even in Singapore’s grey cityscape, vibrant colours can be found everywhere. Not just in its aesthetic alleyways, or its gorgeous gardens, but also in its heartland and MRT stations. The Straits Times’ digital graphics team and photo desk teamed up to programmatically extract Singapore’s hues from thousands of photos. When put together, these colours paint a vivid picture of the island — a mosaic of neighbourhoods each with their own character and charm.