Indesignlivesg & Cubes

Cubes magazine and Indesignlive.sg serve as your go-to sources for top-notch architecture and design from Singapore and across Asia.

National

English

Online/Digital

Outlet metrics

Domain Authority

Ranking

Global

N/A

Country

N/A

Articles

Is designer furniture worth the investment?

Jan 10, 2024 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

Expensive, elitist, indulgent. These are just some of the negative connotations that some people may associate designer furniture with. In today’s high cost of living, do we really need to drop thousands of dollars on a piece of furniture when similar aesthetic and functional value can be found in more accessible, mass-produced alternatives?
4 key factors to designing for wellness

Dec 21, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Luo Jingmei

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, travellers were already seeking different experiences from their journeys abroad. Among them, wellness travel has become highly popular, defining entire hotels instead of just the spa and fitness centres. For example, Banyan Tree Veya Phuket in Thailand offers over 40 health and wellness activities throughout the week, including singing bowl sessions, conscious grounding exercises, and pilates, aside from massages and aromatherapy sessions.
Wood Street residence personifies laid-back living

Dec 18, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

Envisaged as a singular piece or architecture that is embedded in its landscape and responsive to a sense of place, Wood Street performs the delicate double act of being a layered coastal house and a secluded suburban retreat with a generous interior that accommodates a family of four. Located in Flinders – a seaside town in Victoria, Australia – this new build designed by Insider Outsider and built by Loreco Constructions celebrates the dichotomy of having both qualities of openness and privacy.
WOHA’s redesigned Space Furniture Asia Hub transforms furniture retailing

Dec 18, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

In 2011, WOHA unveiled Space Furniture Asia Hub, nestled in the heart of Singapore’s Arts and Entertainment District. This architectural masterpiece featured a juxtaposition of heritage and contemporary elements, providing a captivating backdrop for luxury furniture. Fast forward to 2023, and the revamped Space Furniture Asia Hub tells a story of evolution, refinement, and an unwavering dedication to creating spaces that transcend time.
5 best spatial designs from the 2023 Golden Pin Design Award

Dec 18, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

The 2023 Golden Pin Design Award received a total of 2,324 entries from 15 countries such as Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Thailand, Lithuania, UK and India. Of these entries, 25 were named Best Design winners on 1 December during the award ceremony held at the Globe Playhouse, Taipei Performing Arts Centre. Themed ‘Superload’, which explored designers’ desire to break free from conventional constraints despite life challenges, the award ceremony was more impressive than the last.
Pullman Singapore Hill Street pays homage to luxury train travel

Dec 13, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

Yet another Pullman hotel opens in Singapore – and this time it’s located along the downtown core, just a stone’s throw away from City Hall MRT Interchange. Mazen Abilmona, the General Manager of Pullman Singapore Hill Street, expresses pride in being the first Pullman globally to pay homage to the brand’s roots in luxury train travel. Designed by DP Architects, Pullman Singapore Hill Street seamlessly translates George Pullman’s 1867 invention of sleeping rail car into a modern context.
BigTop: Circus-themed eatery transforms waste into treasures

Dec 12, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

Crafted by the visionary team at Multitude of Sins, BigTop is a farm-to-table eatery that transcends conventional boundaries. Aptly named ‘The Circus Canteen’, it features an eclectic mix of discarded treasures that beckons visitors to wonder and wander. This journey of discovery is rooted in nostalgia and fueled by travel, embodying the spirit of a circus far removed from the ordinary. BigTop’s birth is a testament to unconventionality at its core.
Revolutionising bathrooms with Jay Osgerby

Dec 11, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

Bathroom trends have evolved over time, reflecting diverse global traditions and rituals. In an exclusive interview with Jay Osgerby, one half of London-based industrial design studio Barber Osgerby, we delve into the intriguing world of bathroom design, with a focus on the revolutionary AXOR One collection. Osgerby shares insights into the collection’s patented mechanical design and the importance of design inclusivity, revealing plans for future expansions.
Felix Ng of Anonymous on opening a Bangkok office and working globally | IndesignLive.sg

Dec 6, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Luo Jingmei

At the start of his career as a designer 20 years ago, Felix Ng came across an article in Theme magazine where Japanese designers Kenya Hara and Naoto Fukasawa interviewed each other. “On the question of what is good design, they answered that ‘good design is when you don’t even realise that [something] was designed.
5 reasons why this flex induction cooktop should be in every kitchen

Dec 5, 2023 | indesignlive.sg | Vanitha Pavapathi

Throughout history, cooking has been not only a practical necessity for human survival but also a cultural and social activity that reflects the values and traditions of different societies. The evolution of cooking techniques and the exchange of culinary knowledge have played a crucial role in shaping human civilisation.