Safe Surfaces
Italian tile manufacturer, Panaria Group has teamed up with antimicrobial solutions company Microban to debut the Protect Antibacterial Porcelain Tile. The series of tiles are incorporated with an antibacterial shield, using silver as the base of the technology, which the brand says will eliminate up to 99.9 per cent of surface bacteria. Available at local tile company Hafary, you’ll find designs from the marble-inspired Delight to Waterfall, which resembles slate
The Protect Antibacterial Porcelain Tile collection retails at Hafary, 105 Eunos Avenue 3, www.hafary.com.sg.
Guard Up
With the threat of the pandemic and the age of physical distancing, open-plan offices are relooking design strategies to double up on safety measures. One such consideration? Screens in between workstations. The Sneeze Screen (118cm by 70cm) by Ipse Ipsa Ipsum is a protective acrylic divider that helps reduce droplet transmissions. With rounded edges and sleek stands in a brass finish, which can also double as bookends, it offers security without compromising on style.
The Sneeze Screen retails at $150 each (118cm x 70cm). Custom sizes are available, price upon enquiry. Contact hello@ipseipsaipsum.com or 9021-0437, or visit Ipse Ipsa Ipsum, #11-02 Tan Boon Liat Building to purchase.
Lounge in Style
Part of P5’s Playground collection, the Dakota armchair invites you to sink in with its plush and generous seating upholstered in a sumptuous fabric. Boasting a rounded sculptural shape that embodies cool, effortless style, it is designed with ergonomics in mind for a luxurious and comfortable seating experience.
The Dakota Armchair retails at $1,592, at P5.
Set The Scene
Not just to illuminate your space, your choice of lighting can elevate the aesthetics of your interiors. These seriously cool designs double as sculptural statements that will make your room shine with style.
Right: Diva floor lamp, from $3,600, from Danish Design Co.
Left: Shiok Lighting Sombre Pendant Lamp, $249, from Etch & Bolts.
Left: Tom Dixon Melt Pendant Lamp, $1,100 to $1,700, from Xtra.
Right: Shiok Lighting Glo Pendant Lamp, $269, from Etch & Bolts.