POWER & PURPOSE

Piyush Gupta on leading with impact

The outgoing CEO of DBS Group reflects on his journey in banking, championing social causes and his plans for the road ahead (Photo: Darren Gabriel Leow)

Often lauded as a star banker, Piyush Gupta spent the past 15 years transforming DBS Bank into a global powerhouse for digital banking and innovation. Come March 28, he will retire and step down as chief executive officer of DBS Group, leaving a lasting legacy with his unorthodox leadership.

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A new era for affluent banking: HSBC unveils its elevated Premier proposition.

 

DINING

The most electrifying bars that turn into nightclubs in Singapore

These cocktail bars and nightclubs are redefining what it means to party in the Lion City (Photo: Nova)

As the sun sets and the city lights spark to life, Singapore’s nightlife scene evolves into a vibrant spectacle of sophistication and energy. The recent phenomenon of cocktail bars shapeshifting into high‐energy nightclubs is where DJs drop the beat and the dance floor beckons, while the bar keeps up the tempo with high-quality cocktails and sometimes hearty munch, fuelling revellers grooving well into the night.

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LIFESTYLE

Bastion co-founder Benjamin Schultz on Melbourne’s best cycling routes

Benjamin Schultz is the co-founder and chief experience officer of Bastion Cycles (Photo: Benjamin Schultz)

For Bastion Cycles co-founder Benjamin Schultz, the transition from automotive engineering to high-performance custom bicycle manufacturing was a turning point shaped by a series of pivotal events. Schultz discovered a passion for cycling in 2011, drawn not only to its health and social benefits but also to the technical complexities of bike design. 

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How the Moire Hoi An, Vignette Collection presents a gorgeous way to explore Vietnam’s historic city.

 

HOMES

A luxurious corner terrace house in Yio Chu Kang with verdant surroundings

The dining table’s timber top features resin detailing that mimics flowing water in the home (Photo: Courtesy of Create Architecture)

There is a saying in Singapore that buildings are not allowed to get old. This often refers to the local tendency to replace ageing structures with new developments, fuelled by the city-state’s rapid pace of urbanisation. However, Singapore has also emerged as a leader in sustainable practices, blending modernity with mindfulness of the environment. And few habits align as closely with sustainability as reusing and repurposing what you already have—houses included.

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How Spin and Crestar’s Jerald Tew is redefining ceiling fans for sophisticated, modern homes.

 

STYLE

Fashion curator Circe Henestrosa on exploring Frida Kahlo’s legacy

Henestrosa merges her personal connection with artist Frida Kahlo with her extensive curatorial experience (Photo: Natsuko Teruya)

While Mexican painter Frida Kahlo is widely recognised for her distinctive appearance, characterised by her iconic unibrow, bold red lips and, often, elaborate Tehuana dresses paired with flowers in her hair, many may not fully grasp the depth of her artistic oeuvre or her suffering that shaped her life and work.

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Forms’ jewellery collection is reshaping our relationship with luxury.

 

EDITOR’S PICKS

Patek Philippe’s president Thierry Stern discusses the new Cubitus collection.

Louis Vuitton unveils exclusive Louis Vuitton x Murakami pop-up in Singapore.

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From horseback riding in the Turks & Caicos Islands to dining on the Amalfi coast, these are the most romantic honeymoon destinations to celebrate your love at.