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Straits Times
19 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Straits Times
The Chic Home: Lawyers' luxe semi-detached house
The lawyers who own this home wanted a style that exudes luxury and elegance. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA SINGAPORE – When lawyers Wilbur Lim and Hazell Ng bought this semi-detached home, they knew they wanted a luxurious style in neutral hues for a classic look. 'We took inspiration from hotels we have visited in different places, such as The Peninsula in Shanghai and Tokyo, and boutique hotels like Hotel Sacher Salzburg and The Hotel Maria, Helsinki,' says Ms Ng. As the property was in good condition and the family wanted to move in quickly, they decided to retain the existing structure and renovate, instead of demolishing and rebuilding the house. The couple, who are in their 30s and have two daughters aged seven and five, decided to work with Lemonfridge Studio based on a friend's referral and the positive reviews they had read online. They adopted a hands-on approach for the design and renovation, and were closely involved with the selection of materials and fittings. They viewed and selected the marble slabs for every part of the house. 'We chose a huge slab of Calacatta Viola Italian marble and engaged a third party to fabricate a dining table from it. The dining table, including its legs and base, was carved from the same slab. It is extremely heavy and required about eight workers to lift,' says Mr Lim. A display niche with an arch and mirrored backdrop beside the dining table reflects the home's modern French style. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA A display niche with an arch and mirrored backdrop beside the dining table reflects the modern French style of the home interior. The pantry area incorporates concealed storage behind walls with French mouldings. The European theme is also evident in the living room, with Venus White marble complemented by mouldings, cornices, black fluted panels and gold trims. The master bedroom is a cosy and inviting space designed for rest and relaxation. A settee has been integrated with the bay window, along with built-in shelving at one end for the couple's books and collectibles. The master bedroom's television set is embedded in a freestanding divider in the middle of the room. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA The centrepiece of the room is a freestanding divider. The side facing the bed houses a television set, while the other side showcases a Hermes scarf from the owners' extensive collection of scarves. The walk-in wardrobe has plenty of room for clothes, handbags and accessories. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA Access to the walk-in wardrobe is through a pair of arched French doors on one side of the master bedroom. The walls are lined with expansive closets, drawers and shelves. As fans of Labubu, Space Molly and Royal Molly – all creations of Chinese toy brand Pop Mart – the couple also wanted space to display their prized collection. As fans of Labubu, Space Molly and Royal Molly, the couple wanted space to display their prized collection. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA Another set of French doors leads to the attached master bathroom through an arched portal. The couple removed the walls to expand the master bathroom to about three times its original size. The master bathroom has a set of French doors. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA 'The children love a good soak in the bathtub after a swim in our pool, so we wanted sufficient space for that. It is also important for us to have large vanity areas on both sides of the bathroom,' says Ms Ng. The selection of laminates and the placement of French mouldings on each wall and door reveal just how exacting the couple were when it came to the carpentry. The couple wanted large vanity areas on both sides of their bathroom. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA For the master bathroom's vanity, they selected handles with a dark marble finish for the drawers to complement the Volakas and White Portoro marble. The girls' bedroom is whimsical yet timeless, with soft cream and pink hues for a touch of femininity. PHOTO: SPH MEDIA The girls share a bedroom with bunk beds. The arch motif ties in with the rest of the home and a soft, L-shaped headboard in blush pink adds princess-like femininity. A series of outdoor features and spaces complement the interior of the home. The swimming pool shimmers with its white, iridescent Ezarri Diamond mosaic tiles imported from Spain. There is also a sky terrace in the attic inspired by the Shakusui-en, an 800-year-old pond garden in the Four Seasons Hotel Kyoto. The couple's version features a Japanese Zen garden with mood lighting that sets the perfect ambience for outdoor dining or hosting. The couple say the renovation took a few months to complete and they moved into the home in December 2023. The cost of renovating the interiors, which included removing the walls and replacing the existing flooring with marble, came up to about $500,000. An additional $350,000 was spent on the reconstruction of the pool, as well as the fittings and materials. This article first appeared in Home & Decor Singapore. Go to for more beautiful homes, space-saving ideas and interior inspiration. Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Time Out
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Les Amours de Carmen Wong
To commemorate the 150th anniversary of the legendary Carmen from French composer George Bizet, one of the world's best-known operas, The Peninsula Hong Kong is presenting a brand-new adaptation of this 1875 opera – but the catch is that it's set in a Hong Kong bar in the 60s and 70s instead of 1800s Seville. And where else should Les Amours de Carmen Wong be held but within The Peninsula Hong Kong's beautiful fine dining spaces? To make the evenings even more special, each performance will be accompanied by culinary offerings specially created for the occasion. Head to Gaddi's on July 21 or Felix on September 20 to enjoy the contemporary opera performance as well as special one-off menus. The extremely limited Les Amours de Carmen Wong opera and dinner experience is priced at $4,800 per person, and is available by reservation only.
The Independent
03-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
This hotel has been named best in the US — and one of the top 10 on the planet
The plaudits for Chicago keep coming. It was recently named the No.1 place in the US and seventh in the world for culture by Time Out. And now the Windy City can boast of being home to the best hotel in America — The Peninsula Chicago — with the property also making the global top 10. That's according to website which has just released its annual ranking of the best 1,000 hotels on the planet. The list is drawn up by a "sophisticated algorithm" that analyzes thousands of reviews, professional evaluations, and guest feedback. Properties that make the final selection are then assigned a score out of 100. which also produces an annual restaurant ranking, says: 'This selection represents hospitality excellence across three continents." The Peninsula Chicago tops the US list with a score of 99.5. Five US hotels all share the runners-up spot with scores of 98.5. They are the Fairmont Grand Del Mar in San Diego; L'Ermitage Beverly Hills; The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel in New York City; The Peninsula Beverly Hills; and The Setai, Miami Beach. A further five US hotels all receive 98 points to form a top 11 — Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on Kailua-Kona; Hotel Bel-Air; the Montage Healdsburg in California; The Langham, Chicago; and Wynn Las Vegas. La Liste describes The Peninsula Chicago, located on the "prestigious" intersection of Michigan and Chicago avenues, as an "architectural statement piece that delivers Asian service philosophy within distinctly American spaces". It adds: "Its rooms — among the most technologically advanced in the world — offer intuitive automation that enhances rather than intrudes upon the guest experience." Also making the top 10 globally are La Réserve Paris, described as "a masterclass in discreet opulence"; The Connaught Hotel, London, "where heritage meets contemporary artistry"; The Savoy, London, "an enduring icon of British cultural identity"; Cheval Blanc Paris, a "masterpiece"; and Il San Pietro di Positano, Italy, a "miraculous feat of architecture". The other four are J.K. Place Capri, Marina Grande, Italy, "a masterly reimagining of the sophisticated Italian beach house"; Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, a "living legend of Asian hospitality"; The Peninsula Shanghai, "an architectural tour de force"; and Rosewood Mayakoba, in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, "a symphony of limestone, water and indigenous wood". Philippe Faure, president and founder of La Liste, says: "Our algorithm doesn't lie. These establishments truly represent the pinnacle of global hospitality. 'Each transcends the simple concept of accommodation to offer a transformative experience to its guests." The top 11 hotels in the US for 2025 The Peninsula Chicago (99.5 out of 100) Fairmont Grand Del Mar, San Diego (98.5) L'Ermitage Beverly Hills (98.5) The Carlyle, A Rosewood Hotel, New York City (98.5) The Peninsula Beverly Hills (98.5) The Setai, Miami Beach (98.5) Four Seasons Resort Hualalai on Kailua-Kona (98) Hotel Bel-Air (98) The Montage Healdsburg, California (98) The Langham, Chicago (98) Wynn Las Vegas (98) The top 10 hotels in the world for 2025 The Peninsula Chicago La Réserve Paris The Connaught Hotel, London, UK The Savoy, London, UK Cheval Blanc Paris Il San Pietro di Positano, Positano, Italy J.K. Place Capri, Marina Grande, Italy Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok, Thailand The Peninsula Shanghai, China Rosewood Mayakoba, Playa del Carmen, Mexico
ILoveQatar.net
22-05-2025
- Health
- ILoveQatar.net
Private dental unit in Qatar shut down, licenses suspended for violations
A report published by The Peninsula on 22 May 2025 revealed that the Ministry of Public Health has temporarily shut down a dental unit operating within a private health facility. The action also includes the suspension of licenses for several healthcare professionals found practicing beyond their authorized roles. According to the report, the Ministry clarified that these infractions violate Law No. (2) of 1983, regarding the practice of the professions of medicine, dentistry, and surgery, and the regulations and policies governing the scopes of professional licenses. Authorities have initiated legal proceedings against both the health centre and the individuals involved for breaching healthcare regulations. This action is part of the oversight efforts led by the Department of Health Professions. The Ministry emphasized the importance of all healthcare institutions strictly adhering to established laws and standards to maintain patient safety and uphold the quality of medical services in the country.
ILoveQatar.net
20-05-2025
- ILoveQatar.net
Qatar-based Indian woman Safrina Latheef reaches the summit of Mount Everest
The Peninsula Newspaper reported on 19 May 2025 that Safrina Latheef, a Qatar-based Indian expat woman, reached Mount Everest's summit on 18 May 2025, making her one of the first Doha-based Indian expat women to achieve such a feat. According to the report, she had reached the 8,848-metre summit, the highest mountain in the world, after a 20-hour climb. Safrina has been residing in Qatar with her husband, Dr. Shameel Musthafa, and daughter Minha since 2001. The Peninsula Newspaper further reported that she has already completed the climb of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania (5,895m), Aconcagua in Argentina (6,961m), and Mount Elbrus in Russia (5,642m) with her husband and has also done a high-altitude ice training in Kazakhstan. Source & cover image credit: The Peninsula
