Inside a Bukit Timah Good Class Bungalow that unfolds to reveal landscape and everyday rituals

Tucked within a quiet Good Class Bungalow enclave in Bukit Timah, just minutes from the Singapore Botanic Gardens, The Fold reveals itself slowly. The residence was conceived from the ground up by K2LD as a private family home that prizes spatial experience and daily rituals over formal gestures.

At first glance, the architecture is composed and guarded. Travertine-clad walls overlap in layered planes, alternately concealing and revealing the life within. The stone’s warm, earthy tonality anchors the house to its lush surroundings, while openings are carefully calibrated to offer glimpses rather than declarations. Above, a black-brick attic volume sits with deliberate weight, lending contrast and quiet solidity to the composition.

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Time is the universal constraint for leaders, but how they manage it reveals much about their priorities, productivity and influence. Whether running trillion-dollar corporations or regional powerhouses, influential CEOs from Silicon Valley to Malaysia and Mongolia apply distinct methods to get the most out of every hour. Some of them meticulously schedule every minute of their day, while others strategically protect space for creative reflection. For many, time management isn't just about efficiency; it's about focus, impact and empowering teams to work at their best.

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The traditional Chinese cheongsam has been around since the 1920s. It’s most often seen as a sleek, figure-hugging garment with side slits and a Mandarin collar. Originally popularised by high society women in Shanghai, the traditional cheongsam has evolved over the years to adapt to contemporary times, and boutiques now offer the garment in a range of modern materials and cuts.

With Chinese New Year a few weeks away, it’s time to start shopping for your celebratory outfits. A wide variety of stylish boutiques around Singapore offer pieces that go beyond your traditional red qi pao—think batik prints, modern silhouettes or jumpsuits. Here, we share some of the best boutiques to visit to welcome the Year of the Horse in style.

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It is a pairing that has endured for generations: cognac and Chinese cuisine. With its layers of umami, sweetness and spice, Chinese food naturally stands up to the structure and intensity of a well-aged cognac, allowing both to meet on equal footing at the table.

As we usher in the Year of the Fire Horse this February 2026, chefs Edward Chong of Peach Blossoms, Ling Heng Yao of Royal China and Liu Ching Hai of Summer Palace take this relationship a step further, crafting celebratory Chinese New Year menus that are paired with, and infused with, cognac. It is a challenge the chefs embraced readily. Chong explains that “we’ve always used alcohol, like yellow wine, to lift fragrance. Cognac offers a similar effect, but with more refinement and depth” suited for occasions like Chinese New Year.

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The southeastern shoreline of Johor has long been a whisper among those seeking a “village of soft palms”—the literal meaning of Desaru. And as of January 30, 2026, that whisper has gained a more resonant tone with the official arrival of Mandarin Oriental, Desaru Coast. Taking over management of the property formerly known as The Sirēya, the Group celebrated the transition with a ribbon-cutting ceremony using a floral garland of local flora, symbolising a new chapter of transformation and renewal.

Spread across a sprawling 128-acre estate, the resort is anchored by 300-year-old banyan trees and opens directly onto a 1.5 km stretch of unspoilt beach. Despite its feel of deep seclusion, the property remains remarkably accessible, positioned within easy reach of major international airports and key cities in both Malaysia and Singapore.

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