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JULY 2015 | RP130,000

ACTS OF

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COMPASSION

MIa HaNaFIaH kRIStIN SOERYa Y DJaY aYa

aliya rajasa

auDREY Y gONDOkuSuMO

SHEILa HERBOWO Wul an Guritno

aMaNDa SOEkaSaH

janna joesoef

vicky supit fabulous journey

ISSN 2087-622X

Elegance is an attitude Kate Winslet

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In our glamorous take on Instagram, friends of Prestige Indonesia travel around the world in photographs

VELOVE VEXIa

INDaH SaugI

JOaNNa LaSMONO

IRNa MaREta

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The stunning view from the top of #Corcovado #RiodeJaneiro

Red phone booths

A lovely day at Atlantis The Palm #Dubai

Chilling by the pool #Bali

Appreciating the serene beauty of #MonteCarlo #Monaco

One can never have too much beach #Bali

At the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show

Island hopping #boating

The floating city of Venice #Italy

Eat, pray, love #Ubud

Hagia Sophia #Turkey with the family

#fashion #style

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HASHTAG EDITOR’S LETTER SUBSCRIPTION BACKSTORY

AGENDA

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STYLE

Standouts of the season

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COVER STORY

Reaching New Heights

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THE LOOK

Seasonal sartorial snap-ups

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FASHION FIX

latest from the style frontlines

COVER STORY

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“CHARITY HAS BEEN A PART OF EVERY VISUU FASHION SHOW SINCE ITS INITIATION.”

JEWELLERY

Precious objects of desire

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WATCHES

Fine art for the wrist

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VICKY SUPIT

BEAUTY

Give yourself a makeover

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LIVING

The art of keeping house

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JUMPSUIT VISUU JEWELLERY BULGARI

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GADGETS

The coolest new kit

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TRAVEL

Adventures in luxury

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FOOD

Fresh new flavours

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AUCTION

Hottest bids around the world

CONTENTS COVER STORY

144 CELEBRITY

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REACHING NEW HEIGHTS

Robin Thicke

VIP

Vicky Supit

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EVENTS

ACTS OF COMPASSION

The month’s top parties

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HEART FULL OF LOVE

RSVP

Mia Hanafiah

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EVENTS

MOTHERS FOR MOTHERS

On the town

Aliya Rajasa and Sheila Herbowo

FASHION

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SHOPPING FOR A CAUSE

SILENT STATEMENT

Sombre shadow mark a subtle attitude

Kristin Soeryadjaya and Audrey Gondokusumo

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DENIM BECOMES HIM

THE POWER OF HOPE

A perennial favourite and a go-to casual piece

Amanda Soekasah, Janna Joesoef and Wulan Guritno

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SPIRIT OF A WANDERER Denim has gone a long way

JACKET EMPORIO ARMANI T-SHIRT CALVIN KLEIN JEANS SAINT LAURENT

PROFILES

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WRITING ON THE SCARF

Cyril “Kongo” Phan

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HAPPY FEET

Edgardo Osorio

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SEEING STARS

Daniel Riedo

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ELEMENTS OF DESIGN Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani

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COCO’S STORY

Nicolas Beau

CELEBRITY

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ROBIN RESURGENT Robin Thicke

CONTENTS 97

40 UNDER 40

Nation’s Top Young Achievers

TOYS

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LIKE A SUPERMODEL Mercedes-Benz

INDULGENCE

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PRIVATE MOMENTS

Velaa Private Island

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WORLD OF WELLBEING Peppers Sentosa Seminyak

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MOTHERS FOR MOTHERS

Yayasan Tunggadewi

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EDITOR’S LETTER

Serving others A PERSON’S CHARACTER is judged by the quality of the company they keep, and over the years I have been lucky enough to meet and make friends with a very large number of people who have a humanity and a sense of purpose that I deeply admire.

These individuals inspire me in countless ways, and knowing them has certainly influenced and enriched my own life.

Some of the people I most admire are profiled in this, the 11th anniversary issue of Prestige. Let’s start with our cover girl, Vicky Supit. This statuesque beauty is the “I-don’t-know-how-she-does-it” type of woman. She manages her own clothing line, runs a florist and oversees her new coffee shop - all on top of being the mother of two boys. Vicky graced the cover of our Premiere Edition in July 2004, and now here she is again – looking lovelier than ever.

Petra Nemcova, the Czech supermodel, is another exceptional lady I have been fortunate enough to meet in recent years.

Her Happy Hearts Fund, which rebuilds schools in areas hit by natural disasters, has done amazing work in Indonesia. The foundation is holding a stylish charity event at Raffles Jakarta on Wednesday, August 5. Looking forward to this important event, we have an article on the new Lotuz ready-to-wear collection of entrepreneur Michelle Surjaputra and designer Yosep Sinudarsono, which they will unveil at the hotel.

Also featured in our 11th anniversary issue are Kristin Soeryadjaya, Audrey Gondokusumo and Shery Leonard, who have created Project Encore to sell donated designer accessories for the benefit of underprivileged mothers and children. We also talk to Annisa Pohan, Aliya Rajasa and Sheila Herbowo, whose Yayasan Tunggadewi educates and empower mothers who are the victims of poverty and natural disasters. And we meet Amanda Soekasah, Janna Joesoef and Wulan Guritno, whose NINA Bracelet of Hope for solidarity with cancer victims has turned into a nationwide movement.

In their various ways, all of these wonderful people are living proof of Mahatma Gandhi’s belief that: “The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” I salute them and wish them well with their various fundraising efforts.

I am proud of Prestige’s 11 years of publishing excellence, and I am delighted to present you with a 350-plus-page Special Anniversary Issue package this month. As well as the regular magazine, we have a bonus issue for your enjoyment – the newlook Prestige Lifestyle, packed with exclusive interviews with some of the world’s greatest architects and interior designers. For information about our latest subscription offer, please turn to page 198.

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DIARY

What in the world is happening this month

indonesia & singapore asia-pacific

europe & americas

July 2-5

July 2-16

July 3-5

singapore international JeWelry eXpo 2015

festival of voices

2015 formula 1 BritisH grand priX

Held over four days at the Marina Bay Sands Expo and Convention Centre, this annual jewellery fair looks set to dazzle with its wide array of sparkling diamonds and precious stones from brands such as Zydo, Massimo Raiteri and Eiko Pearl.

The Tasmanian cities of Hobart and Launceston will come alive with the sound of music during this festival, which showcases the best of Australia’s acapella, jazz and choral performers. Held at various concert halls and theatres, the event also includes singing workshops.

Soak in the fast-paced action as Hamilton, Vettel and Rosberg compete for top honours at this race, which is a highlight of the Formula 1 World Championships and is held at the Silverstone circuit in England.

July 17-19 6tH HuBlot polo cup ascona 6 Recognised as one of Switzerland’s leading polo events, this tournament at the Polo Club Ascona sees top players display their skills as they compete against the team from Brazil’s Helvetia Polo Club.

July 24-25

Bali arts festival

govett-BreWster art gallery

Now in its 37th year, the festival is themed “Jagadhita: Strengthening Public Welfare” for 2015. Artworks and cultural achievements can be viewed at the Taman Werdhi Budaya Arts Centre in Denpasar.

This museum of contemporary art located in New Plymouth on the North Island of New Zealand, re-opens its doors after being closed for two years for renovations.

The venue now provides a permanent home for the work of the late filmmaker Len Lye.

until July 12

July 15-19

festival Jakarta great sale 2015

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Themed “Jakarta Smart City, Smart Shopping”, the festival is held in conjunction with Jakarta’s 488th anniversary. The annual mega shopping extravaganza includes midnight sales in no fewer than 18 malls across the capital.

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Cruising into its 12th edition, this yearly regatta will witness the world’s finest skippers racing off the east coast of the picturesque Thai island. The hotel will also host a series of post-race parties at its bar.

LA JOLLA INTERNATIONAL FASHION FILM FESTIVAL 2015 Fashion meets the silver screen at this showcase at the Museum of Contemporary Art in La Jolla, California which has shown films from designers such as Chanel’s Karl Lagerfeld in previous editions.

PHOTO: DISNEY ON CLASSIC

until July 11

July 25

What’s new in fashion, food, wellness, travel, tech, beauty and bling

AGENDA SPIRIT OF FREEDOM

STYLE AND SENSIBILITY

SHEER VITALITY

Lanvin’s Happy shoulder bag embodies the season’s spirit of freedom. It is embellished with a jewellery-like chain strap, woven and completed with the iconic Lanvin grosgrain bow.

Michael Kors has designed these laced-up ballerina flats as an example of comfortable style. The collection is inspired by American dancer and choreographer Agnes de Mille.

Maria Grazia Churi and Pierpaolo Piccioli’s accessories collection for Valentino exudes affirmative vitality, as evidenced by The Eye on You Vitolo bucket bag.

proud eagle Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Pride of Indonesia is designed to capture the country’s unique spirit and heritage. In a limited edition of 100 pieces dedicated to the Indonesian market, the caseback is in 18K pink gold engraved with the Indonesian eagle.

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STYLE STANDOUTS OF THE SEASON

PERSONAL CHOICES Kotur celebrates the art of personalisation with the Espey minaudiere in black satin, the #getsmartbag for the iPhone 6, and the Black and Tan Peter Pouch, all offered at Masari. Graphics, colours and fonts are available at koturltd.com.

BUTTERFLIES IN FLIGHT

In this colourful, festive collection by Hermès, a flight of butterflies escapes from scarves and bandanas to alight on the neck or wrist as a small bow tie in silk twill.

STREET CHIC Riccardo Tisci of Givenchy has mixed New York spirit with military influences to create the Rider bag.

The street-ready backpack features high-quality leather trimming and silver and palladium-finish hardware.

QUIRKY HEELS Italian designer Alessandro Dell’Acqua’s No. 21 offers these quirky gift wrap-inspired shoes as part of its spring 2015 collection.

The brand is available at Rococo.

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STYLE STANDOUTS OF THE SEASON

PASTEL FINERY The Trinity de Cartier sunglasses, knotted with the brand’s signature three rings, are enlivened by the pastel finery of rose blush.

The metal temples feature a palladium finish and subtly graded lenses.

ONE FOR THE ROAD

The Capucines bag by Nicolas Ghesquiere for Louis Vuitton’s pre-fall 2015 collection is rich in texture. The designer has dedicated the collection to the well-travelled woman.

MÉLANGE OF ELEMENTS The Diorama bag is a mélange of elements. It arises from the fusion of the house’s leatherworking ateliers’ savoir-faire with a contemporary urban spirit. The emblematic Dior motif covering it has undergone a bold reinterpretation: oversized, inset or ribbed, the cannage has been reinvented as the signature of an unmistakably contemporary couture style.

POSTCARD FROM ITALY Braun Büffel sails through the calm, picturesque and sunny coasts of Italy in its spring 2015 collection. Bag shapes are more structured, as exemplified in the aptly named Chic, a top handle bag crafted from textured soft waxy calf leather.

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tHe loo ok seasonal sartorial snap-ups NECKLACE BY TIFFANY & CO.

BRACELET

BY JUICY COUTURE

NECKLACE BY ELSA PERETTI – TIFFANY & CO.

LINGERIE BY INTIMISSIMI

TOP BY MA AJE

HANDBAG

BY CHLOÉ

CARA DELEVINGNE IN SAINT LAURENT

POUCH BY M MISSONI

summer neutrals

SANDAL BY JIMMY CHOO

SKIRT BY ALICE + OLIVIA

Follow in the footsteps of Cara Delevingne as she shows off her summer tan in an all-white Saint Laurent by Hedi Slimane dress. For a more formal look, the model-turned actress accessorised her ensemble with a score of sparkles, including a metallic heel and a dazzling diamond and emerald necklace.

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THE LOOK sEasOnaL sarTOriaL snap-ups

SUNGLASSES

BY CHOPARD

WATCH BY JAEGERLECOULTRE

BLAZER BY BERLUTI AT MR BERLUT PORTER

BAG BY MARNI AT ON PEDDER R

TROUSERS BY Y ERMENEGILD DO ZEGNA WALLET BY TUMI

JAKE GYLLENHAAL IN SALVATORE FERRAGAMO

FOLLOW suiT

SHIRT T BY Z ZEG G NA

Look as dashing as Jake Gyllenhaal as he arrives at Hôtel Martinez in Cannes for another star-studded film-festival season. The 34-year-old actor made a stylish afternoon impression for the crowd of onlookers in an ash brown suit by Salvatore Ferragamo, vintage work boots and designer stubble.

BOOT BY CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN

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Tex Saverio presented his spring 2015 ready-to-wear collection to Jakarta’s fashion enthusiasts at the recent MOIE VIP Summer Party, writes Nina Hidayat. After a successful presentation at the Paris Fashion Week, the Indonesian fashion prodigy showcased Parametrics, his spring 2015 read-to-wear collection, for Jakarta’s fashion enthusiasts.

The silver-dominated collection was notably lighter than his previous effort, filled with structured separates rich in detailing. The designer’s signature futuristic style and laser-cut detailing weren’t missing from the collection, however. The unique fabrics of choice this season include PU hologram, printed organdy and duchesse satin. To further emphasise the symmetrical reflections in the collection, 3D artworks with the use of gem prints and terracotta, mosaic and citadel laser cuts were used.

Launched at MOIE’s VIP Summer Party, the designer also set up a pop-up booth that was brimming with customers as soon as the presentation wrapped up. Of his new ready-to-wear collection, Saverio says: “When I first launched the line two seasons ago, a lot of people didn’t get the concept. Many thought we had changed our direction completely. In fact, we were attempting to suit a different market than our couture one.

This season, we try to do lighter and more wearable pieces with the ready-to-wear collection. We’re still trying to formulate the perfect recipe for both the ready-to-wear and couture collections of Tex Saverio in Indonesia.”

The designer’s lighter approach on his spring/summer 2015 collection is proven to be fruitful, with many saying that it is “more wearable”. The buyers are on the same boat, with better sales results “because the pieces are easy to mix and match, and work well as separates.”

Saverio has worked with international labels before, including recent collaborations with Shu Uemura. Of his collaboration with MOIE, he says: “This brand, as well as the occasion, cater for a similar target market as Tex Saverio – modern and style-conscious.

We want our brand to be tied up with other brands with the same spirit as ours.”

SOFT STRENGTH Brazilian beauty Isabeli Fontana joins the likes of Karlie Kloss, Lara Stone and Liya Kebede as the latest addition to L’Oreal’s Paris Women of Worth line-up. Fontana has an impressive modelling career, having graced more than 50 Vogue covers worldwide, posed eight times for the Pirelli calendar and walked the runways for Louis Vuitton, Christian Dior, Celine, Valentino, Givenchy and Alexander McQueen. More than that, the mother of two sons is involved in many worthy causes. She became a Rotary ambassador for a global network that fought for polio eradication, and worked with several Brazilian clothing lines to help children and teenagers in need.

“I have always believed that beauty is a reflection of the soul and therefore every woman should celebrate her self-worth,” Fontana says. “Feel beautiful and embrace your true self. This is why L’Oreal Paris has always been inspiring to me and millions of other women, leading us to empower ourselves and helping us fulfill our beauty desire. I couldn’t be more proud to represent such a beautiful message and iconic brand.”

TEX SAVERIO PHOTO BY EVAN PRADITYA

LIGHT AS A FEATHER

fasHion fiX latest from tHe style frontlines

RIHANNA’S SECRET Dior’s highly anticipated campaign film Secret Garden has Rihanna as its star. Shot in the iconic château and gardens of Versailles, the four-minute clip was shot by Steven Klein. The soundtrack to the film is the singer’s “Only If for a Night”.

“It is such a big deal for me, for my culture, for a lot of young girls of any colour. I think, to be acknowledged by Dior is just… it means a lot as a woman to feel beautiful, and elegant, and timeless,” Rihanna said when news of her casting broke.

The sultry singer carries the season’s it Diorama bag, all the while wearing a silver sequined dress. A scene from the film shows her sashaying through the storied Hall of Mirrors in the palace. The palace itself holds a special place in Dior’s history, as Monsieur Dior himself drew inspiration from its architecture for his collections back in the fifties.

50 PROVOCATIVE YEARS

“Respect kills creativity,” Karl Lagerfeld told Women’s Wear Daily of his revolutionary stint at Fendi. The out-of-the-box designer celebrates his 50th year spearheading the brand by launching a book: Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld. It includes over 200 of Lagerfeld sketches for the brand and a Q&A session with the designer among others.

“Before Karl joined Fendi, it was a very traditional house doing fur,” Fendi CEO Pietro Beccari told WWD. “Every page (of the book) is a provocation and an offence to rationality.” The launch, which took place at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, was attended by Lagerfeld’s latest model muses, including Kendall Jenner, Lily Donaldson and Chanel Iman.

CHER’S LATEST COMEBACK Cher, the queen of comebacks, has done it yet again. This time around, the iconic entertainer models for the Marc Jacobs fall/winter 2015 campaign. She wears a floor-length black dress from the upcoming collection, which is inspired by the legendary Diana Vreeland. The collection is decidedly dark and moody. Shot in the signature quirky Cher style, the ads is styled by Katie Grand, the renowned editor of Love magazine and longtime collaborator of the designer. British fashion photographer David Sims shot the campaign. Cher, who came with Jacobs to the recent Met Gala, continued the strike of mature beauties fronting fashion campaigns. Earlier this year, musician Joni Mitchell appeared in Saint Laurent ads, while author Joan Didion became the face of Céline.

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BRAUN BÜFFEL

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la dolce vita Inspired by the alluring coasts of Italy, yellow from the sun in summer and a bright shade of tan from the sweetness of caramel forms the main colour inspiration of the Braun Büffel Spring Summer 2015 collection PHOTOGRAPHY MARIO ARDI STYLING KOKO NAMARA SOLE BAG IN SOFT CALF LEATHER BY BRAUN BÜFFEL DRESS BY HALSTON HERITAGE

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DAPHNE BAG IN SOFT LEATHER BY BRAUN BÜFFEL GLASSES BY BRAUN BÜFFEL DRESS BY DIANE VON FÜRSTENBERG

MODEL ADVINA RATNANINGSIH FROM WYNN MODEL MAKEUP & HAIR HUSEIN YUNIOR (+62-878) 8020 3895 ASST PHOTOGRAPHER MOSES & LAVENIA LAWRENCIS FASHION INTERN GALEDDA AZZAHRAA BRAUN BÜFFEL IS IN PLAZA INDONESIA, GRAND INDONESIA, MALL KELAPA GADING 3, PONDOK INDAH MALL 1, SENAYAN CITY, CENTRAL PARK, PURI INDAH MALL, TUNJUNGAN PLAZA 5, CIPUTRA WORLD, PARIS VAN JAVA DIANE VON FÜRSTENBERG IS IN PLAZA INDONESIA & PLAZA SENAYAN HALSTON HERITAGE IS IN PLAZA INDONESIA

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GLAMOUR AT CANNES

This choker in white gold and diamonds from the Bulgari High Jewellery collection was worn by actress Sienna Miller at the Cannes Film Festival.

She matched it with a Serpenti ring in white gold and full diamond pave and a Serpenti Hypnotic evening clutch.

Lig ght your fire Mond dial describes its FireM Mark Princess as the world d’s most perfectly cut princ cess diamond. The design and precise p cut maximise the optic cal light performances of fire, brilliance b and scintillation.

This ring is set in white and rose gold with two pieces of trillia ant cut diamond rose gold..

reBe e LLiouS NAture N D Designed in New York in the 1970s, Cartier’s Juste un Clou is the expression of a rebellious nature and a reflection of self-belief.

This bracelet is made of 18K yellow gold.

JeWellery precious oBJects desire

GOLDEN TRIBUTE

Designed by Caroline Scheufele, Chopard’ss Palme Verte collection is a tribute to the Palme d’Or, thhe highest prize awardeed at the Cannes Film Festival. The 18K Fairmined gold collection is madee up of earrings, a pend ndant, a ring and a braceelet.

LUCKY STARS Van Cleef & Arpels’ Palais de la Chance collection includes these Dans les Étoiles earrings, featuring white and yellow diamonds and briolette-cut champagne diamond drops set in 18K white gold.

WATER MARK Cascading droplets of handhammered Palu silver evoke the subtle, organic texture and movement of water as it curves around the river bend. This piece is a part of John Hardy’s spring 2015 collection.

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LEGENDARY KNIGHTS Inspired by the legend of King Arthur, Roger Dubuis’ Excalibur Knights of the Round Table II features 12 6.5mm tall micro-engraved and sculpted bronze figures and a black jade dial. The watch’s 45-mm white gold case houses the mechanical self-winding Calibre RD821.

TWO FIRSTS The Portugieser Annual Calendar combines two firsts for IWC: the newly developed annual calendar and the IWC-manufactured 52850 calibre with seven-day power reserve. In a stainless steel case with silver-plated or midnight blue dial, or an18K red gold case.

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UP FOR THE CUP Omega’s Seamaster Diver 300M ETNZ has been issued to support Emirates Team New Zealand in the 35th America’s Cup. The chronograph’s dial is made of grade 5 titanium, while a sub-dial indicates the countdown to the start of the race.

WATCHES FINE ART FOR THE WRIST

KEY TO PERFECTION

The Clé de Cartier collection includes three bejewelled 31-mm and 35-mm models for women and two 40-mm models for men. The key-like crown is adorned with a sapphire. The foundation of the case shape – a simple circle – is integrated into the curved, horn-shaped lugs.

TRULY EQUESTRIAN Longines has launched the Equestrian Collection. Models evoking the arch are available in four sizes, while watches drawing their inspiration from the stirrup come in three sizes. Available in diamondset versions and with overstitched leather straps.

PEARLY WHITE Patek Philippe has introduced the Annual Calendar Complication Ref. 4948R-001 for ladies. The fully paved mechanical self-winding watch in rose gold features a redesigned 38mm case and white Balinese mother-of-pearl dial. The case is paved with 347 diamonds.

SMOKY EFFECT The HYT H4 Gotham has a case made entirely from 3DTP composite.

The skeleton watch comes with a sapphire case-back. Its chromiumplated metallised finish reproduces a smoky glass effect when in contact with the skin.

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TW STEEL CEO TECH DAVID COULTHARD SPECIAL EDITION Celebrating a motorsport heritage

TW STEEL, the global lifestyle brand that is “Big in Oversized Watches”, has unveiled the latest editions to sport brand ambassador David Coulthard’s name. The new CEO Tech David Coulthard Special Edition is available in two sizes: CE4019 (44mm) and CE4020 (48mm).

These stunning watches are the third editions representing the collaboration between Coulthard and TW Steel.

They follow the success of the first models introduced to the CEO Tech range in 2011, CE4001 (44mm) and CE4002 (48mm) followed by 2012’s CEO Diver David Coulthard Swiss Automatic Limited Edition (CE5005).

The 2014 CEO Tech David Coulthard editions feature a stainless steel brushed case, complimented by a sandblasted PVD black coated bezel with steel screws. The case houses the powerful, state-of-the-art Miyota 6S20 chronograph movement while David’s name features on the case back.

Acknowledging David’s famed motorsport heritage, including 13 Grand Prix victories, these pieces sport a sleek, masculine carbon fibre design on the dial with the visually distinctive larger chrono eyes furthering its appeal.

Complete with sapphire crystal and 10 ATM water resistant, a black silicon strap with brushed steel clasp finishes the bold look of Coulthard’s latest executions.

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brand ambassador for TW Steel,” says TW Steel CEO Jordy Cobelens. “His popularity is truly global and we wanted to mark the 20th anniversary year of his Grand Prix debut with something special. The new CEO Tech edition is a tribute to his stellar career and a celebration of our own relationship, which started with David back in 2010.

We couldn’t ask to work with a more engaging ambassador and I know these models will reflect his worldwide appeal.”

Now an F1 commentator for the BBC, David says: “I certainly consider it a privilege to have another timepiece from TW Steel with my name on it.

Honestly I can’t believe it’s been 20 years since my first Grand Prix, but given we’re celebrating time then it’s only fitting to do that with a watch. I’m continually amazed at the creativity of TW Steel and how well they design a piece around a concept. I think my new CEO Tech is testament to the brand’s bold look and statement making style.”

TW Steel is a private family-owned company founded in Amsterdam in 2005. It is now retailing in over 100 countries worldwide. The brand is the Official Timing Partner of the Sahara Force India Formula One Team, and is an official sponsor of the Yamaha Factory Racing Team in Moto GP.

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SEDUCTIVE FRAGRANCE

Versace’s Eros Pour Femme is a fragrance of strength, individuality and seduction that contains lemon, jasmine, and sensual woods. Its elegant bottle is crafted with mythological codes and the packaging is made from a high-quality deluxe coffer with an elegant tiroir opening.

NATURAL POWER Clé de Peau Beauté’s Le Sérum not only moisturises, but also awakens the skin and revitalises the complexion. The formula consists of concentrated, nutritious ingredients to enhance the skin’s natural power. The serum is empowered by Illuminating Complex.

NO MORE AGE SPOTS TAKEN AS RED Shu Uemura Atelier has collaborated with lacquerware brand Yamada Heiando to develop Lacquer Supreme in AKA Red. The red shade is bright vermillion of traditional lacquer with a slight yellow tint. The water-based formula is sold at Glow-Living Beauty.

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La Prairie’s White Caviar Illuminating Moisturizing Cream utilises Vitamin C, liquorice extract and Swiss garden cress extract to address pigment production.

Golden caviar extract nourishes and energises the skin to boost firmness and elasticity. The skin comes alive with a new brightness, and future age spots are put on hold.

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IRIS BLEU & IRIS BLANC SHOWER GEL On contact with water, the silky, fluid gel transforms into an ultra-rich lather that perfumes the skin with the contrasting scent of the new La Collection de Grasse fragrance.

IRIS BLEU & IRIS BLANC EAU DE TOILETTE A contrasting flower-toflower encounter that follows the path of the sun, this fine fragrance features notes of blackcurrant, citrus and Iris pallida.

IRIS BLEU & IRIS BLANC BODY LOTION Iris pallida and Iris florentina perfume the new formula of this moisturising lotion, which leaves the skin feeling wonderfully soft and velvety.

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FINE AND PROTECTIVE HAND CREAM This silky cream helps to nourish and protect hands, enveloping them in a truly unexpected and velvety scent, born of the union of two precious iris. Thanks to its formula enriched with shea butter, your hands are repaired and immediately recover softness and comfort.

TRIBUTE TO GRASSE

L’Occitane has launched La Collection de Grasse, a collection inspired by Grasse, the world’s capital of perfume in the south of France. In the 1970s, when L’Occitane founder Olivier Baussan established his company, the land of Grasse lived and breathed in time to the capricious rhythm of a delicious series of flowers. “35 years later, we are defining the first accords of La Collection de Grasse, a collection that pays homage to the know-how of the land of Grasse,” says Olivier.

A hardly flowering perennial plant Iris pallida, orange blossom and many others bloom in the land of Grasse for La Collection de Grasse, which features the following products:

IRIS BLEU & IRIS BLANC SOAP As soon as it is moistened, the soap diffuses a delicious iris scent that perfumes your gentle daily cleansing step with an evanescent accord

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LIVING THE ART OF KEEPING HOUSE

LUXURIOUS LATEX

King Koil presents the Noble Class Latex Collection. One of three exclusive designs is the Duke Mattress, which is made from 100 percent full latex. Premium comfort features include five-zone latex for optimum support and pressure relief, and velour for a luxurious and elegant touch. kingkoil-indonesia.com

SlOW BUrn The Ficus Carica candle by Carrière Frères uses the fig tree of the Moraceae family as its primary scent. In France, figs were first harvested under Louis XIV. The king’s gardener, La Quintinie, planted more than 700 fig trees of different varieties in the Versailles gardens. Available exclusively at Glow-Living Beauty, the candle’s vegetable wax, made by Cire Trudon, allows the candle to burn slowly and neatly for 50 hours.

ASymmetricAl Accent Designed by Rodolfo Dordoni, Haring is a sophisticated asymmetrical coffee table from Minotti’s 2015 Collection. Its shape is enhanced by the use of satin-finished bronzed metal. As an accent table, Haring integrates seamlessly with all the sofas and armchairs in the collection and creates an unconventional interior decoration note. Its structure is made up of 6-mm handcrafted satin-finish metal and three bronze laser-cut pieces.

Protective hytrel rubber creates a soft and scratchproof surface. minotti.com

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TREE OF LIF FE

John Richard’s deco orative sculpture “Woman Tree of Lifee” is a brass Giacometti-style Mo other Earth with branching arms. The figure stands on a crystal and brass basee. Available at Elite Grahacipta, this art p piece takes a form similar to the legendaary Oscar statuette. johnrichardd.com

SYMBOL OF INFINITY In 1926, René Lalique, at the pinnacle of his career, imagined the Tourbillons vase. Inspired by the movement of the fern blossom, a recurring theme in Lalique’s work, its abstract design allows for the utmost freedom of interpretation.

Graphic and poetic, its curves follow the rhythm of light, drawing the eye into whirls of crystal and light. In the spirit of René Lalique who often used patinas for his works, Lalique has developed a vibrant new blue patina. In limited editions of 288 pieces, the Tourbillons vases and bowl are highlighted with this hand-applied patina. The blue colour of the sky and water is a symbol of infinity, serenity and peace - an invitation to dream and escape. lalique.com

STUDY IN ELEGANCE An elegant addition for the home office or study, the Carta Desk from the Laura Kirar Collection for Baker Furniture is a writing desk made of walnut solids and veneers. It showcases a cast metal panel and a geometric lattice made of brass with a gold finish. Coming from Kirar’s most recent collection for Baker, the desk is available at Bika in Kemang. bakerfurniture.com

20 years ago, TOTO introduced Neorest, the essential element in the modern luxury toilet. This sophisticated toilet will indulge you with the automatic closet seat, deodorizer to neutralize odor, three mode to clean with warm water, drying and automatic flush. All of these feature can be operated easily by remote control.

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all situatiOns Canon’s PowerShot SX410 IS boasts a powerful 40x optical zoom (24960mm) and 24mm wide-angle lens for both capturing wide landscapes and zooming in for impressive close-ups. Clear image quality is ensured by Canon’s Optical Image Stabilizer and Intelligent IS technology. The 20.0 Megapixel sensor and Canon DIGIC 4+ Image Processor help create crisp resolution and natural images. canon.co.id

POWER PLAY

B&O Play by Bang & Olufsen’s Beolit 15 is a powerful portable Bluetooth speaker with True360 omni-directional sound. Designed by award-winning Cecilie Manz, the device offers up to 24 hours of battery life. It reproduces forceful, clean sound through Bang & Olufsen Signature Sound technology. It features a clean Scandinavian design with premium quality materials such as anodised aluminium and a full-grain leather strap.

Bluetooth 4.0 technology allows fast connection to devices. Available in three colours: Polar Blue, Natural Champagne and Shaded Rosa. beoplay.com

nO lens changes Leica’s V-Lux is a digital compact camera that offers a high-performance lens, superior imaging qualities and high speed. The company says its Leica DC Vario-Elmarit 9.1–146 mm f/2.8–4 ASPH super-zoom lens offers an enormously broad spectrum of capabilities from macro to extreme telephoto photography . Thanks to its zoom range of 25 to 400 mm (equivalent in 35 mm format), time-consuming lens changes and the weight of additional equipment are now a thing of the past. leica-camera.com

Original versiOn Sony has introduced headphones that come with a built-in USB digital-toanalogue converter (DAC) amplifier to ensure music sounds even closer to the original recording. “Because the signal is only converted to analogue when it reaches the drivers, you’ll enjoy unmatched clarity and accuracy on every track,” says the company of its MDR-1ADAC MDR-1ADA model, “Hear deep low ws and euphoric highss with a full range of so ound up to 100kHz z.” sony.co.id

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RUSSIAN HERITAGE

The new St. Regis Moscow Nikolskaya (stregismoscow.com) is housed in a complex of historic buildings at the corner of Nikolskaya Street, Lubyanka Square, Maly Cherkassky Lane and Bolshoi Cherkassky Lane.

Formerly the residence of Count Orlov-Davydov, the hotel’s exclusive retail frontage was once known for the Koeller perfumery business and many fine chocolate stores. The façade, including decorative mosaic arches by Parisian decorator Edouard Nierman from 1907, has been preserved. Located within walking distance of the Kremlin and the Bolshoi Theatre, the

210-room hotel boasts Belle Époque interiors and a stained glass dome in the lobby. There are 166 Deluxe and Superior rooms and 44 suites. Elegant furnishings, subtle lighting, fine fabrics and other appointments from dark wood and transparent crystal to soft fabrics in a warming beige palette create a comfortable ambience. Bathrooms are designed in white marble with dark blue and golden mosaic tiles.

The Royal Suite features an opulent palette of gold, white and beige, paired with gilded oak, marble, crystal and silk.

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LUXURY ON THE 51ST FLOOR

JEWELLERY IN GENEVA

Mandarin Oriental, Geneva (mandarinoriental.com) and luxury jeweller Chopard are offering the Happy Suite Diamonds package, which includes accommodation in a suite with views of the city and mountains. On arriving at the hotel by private limousine from Geneva International Airport, guests are welcomed with champagne. A master jeweller takes guests on a private two-hour tour of the Chopard workshop and the company’s newly opened private museum.

venetian hiDeaWaY Situated on its own private island, the newly opened JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa (jwvenice.com) offers 250 rooms and suites. The property is a 20-minute ride across the lagoon from St. Mark’s Square. There is a rooftop restaurant and pool area that offers 360-degree views over Venice and the lagoon. Weekly cooking classes take place at the Sapori Cooking Academy.

The Ritz-Carlton, Macau (ritzcarlton. com), the company’s first all-suites hotel, is set within Cotai’s Galaxy Macau integrated resort. After being whisked to the 51 st-floor lobby, guests settle into their spacious suite, where a large picture window offers a breathtaking view of the city. Lai Heen offers high-end Cantonese cuisine on the 51 st floor and has five private dining rooms. At The Ritz-Carlton Café, fresh seafood and a decadent afternoon pastry tradition pay homage to the authentic French brasserie, while The Ritz-Carlton Bar & Lounge transitions from a la carte breakfast and afternoon tea to evening tapas and cocktails. The hotel offers access to the Grand Resort Deck with the Skytop Adventure Rapids waterpark, designer shopping at The Promenade, world-class entertainment and 3D Cineplex. All attractions, including the Unesco World Heritage Historic Centre, are within 20 minutes.

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AZIMUT YACHTS FLYBRIDGE COLLECTION Designed for privacy

WITH THE INTRODUCTION of the Azimut 60, the company’s Flybridge Collection puts a new spin on the strategic size of 18 metres. The new yacht has many features found only on bigger boats, such as its very effective separation of crew and guests.

As the size of the boat increases, so do the privacy needs of its owner. Large boats have a careful separation between the spaces and even the passageways used by crew and guests.

With a hull of 18 metres, this is a feat that only very few can achieve. In designing the Azimut 60 project, this was viewed as a distinct need, and it found expression in the spacious layout of the crew cabin, with two beds and a separate entrance from the stern platform. The positioning of the beds can be changed if the Seakeeper antiroll system is installed, which allows two separate beds to be converted into twin beds.

The design of the interiors is faithful to the new trends with Azimut flybridge, with the play of light contrasts between oak wood (honey colour) and

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cream-coloured valances. The living zone flexes its muscles: inundated with light from side windows, it is an area of abundant comfort, where such quality details as furniture that hides the television and sofas create an environment of ample hospitality.

The galley, outfitted with anti-roll furnishings and shock-absorbing drawers, is found in a raised position on the main deck and connects directly with the dinette, in keeping with contemporary trends where cooking itself forms an integral part of convivial moments on board.

The lower deck accommodates three cabins. The full-beam, full-height master cabin is positioned at the centre of the boat, illuminated by two large windows, each with three vertically divided panels, in order to provide uninterrupted contact with the seascape. A sitting area, located along the starboard wall near the window, forms a perfect complement to the large double bed positioned at a 45-degree angle on the opposite side.

The VIP cabin is located in the bow, with dimensions and space that are truly remarkable. A third cabin welcomes guests with two twin beds, a large wardrobe, and cabinets. The heads play an important role, with the owner’s bathroom being fullbeam, one-of-a-kind on the market for this size.

On the exterior, the Azimut 60 picks up the elements that characterise the Flybridge collection,

including the trademark fin on the deckhouse and in the play of the curved line of windows, creating a profile that is unmistakable even from a distance.

The fly is extremely spacious, with two sundecks large enough to accommodate up to five guests. The space at the stern is open and can accept a second tender if desired. Also, it’s possible to arrange for a fixed hard top supported by the central roll bar.

Azimut Yachts, an Azimut-Benetti Group brand, is the leading producer of 40- to 100-foot luxury yachts, made in Italy. The most extensive range in the world, Azimut Yachts is known for its innovation, style, comfort, and elegance. It has four collections designed to satisfy varied customer preferences: Flybridge, S. Grande (over 100 feet) and the latest addition, Magellano, which is a pioneer in the cruising world paying careful attention to safety and the environment.

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JAMIE HITS BALI

Jamie Oliver has expanded into Indonesia, opening Jamie’s Italian Kuta Beach. “I’m really excited at the prospect of bringing Jamie’s Italian to Bali,” said the British celebrity chef and entrepreneur. “Beautiful food and some really amazing cocktails coupled with sun, sand and sea – what’s not to love?” Jamie’s Italian family restaurants, of which there are more than 30 worldwide, serve rustic Italian dishes created by Oliver’s mentor Gennaro Contaldo. The 125-person team in Bali is led by General Manager Made Sukadana and Head Chef Alex Barman. Located near the beach, the 220-seat restaurant’s pasta is made onsite each day. A large bar on the ground floor serves Italian spirits like limoncino and grappa, and original cocktails. The restaurant’s design features terracotta tableware by Bali’s Jenggala and one-of-a-kind copper light installations by Talenta Rumah Desain. Diners can book tables online at jamiesitalian.co.id or by calling (62-361) 762 118.

EATING AFTER DARK

TASTE OF PERANAKAN During the holy month of Ramadan, Jakarta restaurant and courtyard at The Dharmawangsa Jakarta (Tel: (62-21) 725 8181) presents an iftar buffet. “A Taste of Peranakan”, prepared

by Executive Chef Felix Budisetiawan, is available to July 15. The buffet, priced at Rp 595.000++ per adult, will showcase a wide variety of distinctive halal Peranakan delicacies and live cooking stations offering Chinese, Malay and Indonesian treats.

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Asia Restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan (Tel: (62-21) 2551 8380) is offering a “Ramadan Night Market” breakfasting buffet. Prepared by the restaurant’s Chef de Cuisine Dodiek Triwandaya, the dinner is inspired by the Indonesian “pasarmalam” tradition and includes Javanese kambing guling with herb rice, Minangstyle lamb chops and nasi kebuli Betawi. Prices start at Rp 308,000++ per person, including tajil and free-flow iced tea.

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REFINED RAMADAN During the holy month of Ramadan, Raffles Jakarta’s Arts Café ((62-21) 2988 0888) offers an array of Indonesian and Middle Eastern delicacies. Guests can break their fast with a refined buffet experience, with signature entrées being prepared à la minute and brought to the table. Available from 5.30 to 10.30 pm, the buffet dinner is priced at Rp 390,000++ per person.

MEXICAN TREATS

In conjunction with the holy month of Ramadan, Keraton at The Plaza, a Luxury Collection Hotel Jakarta presents a breakfasting buffet at Bengawan (Tel: (62-21)5030 2993). It features an assortment of Middle Eastern, Mexican and Indonesian dishes, along with hot beverages and tajil sweets and drinks. Available to July 16, the buffet is priced at Rp 350,000++ per person.

ANCESTORS’ RECIPES

CONTEMPORARY TAKES Fairmont Jakarta celebrates Ramadan with an array of iftar specialities at Spectrum (Tel: (62-21) 2970 3333). Executive Chef Andrew Zarzosa, whose resume includes a stint at a five-star hotel in Dubai, has created contemporary takes on Middle Eastern dishes such as mezze, lamb ouzi and shawarma.

His team will also prepare traditional Indonesian and international dishes at several live cooking stations. The buffet dinner is priced at Rp 330,000++ per person.

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During Ramadan, guests at Mandarin Oriental Jakarta’s Cinnamon restaurant (Tel: (62-21)2993 8823) will enjoy carefully selected dishes from the restaurant’s Chef de Cuisine Ciptoroso’s hometown of Brebes in Central Java. The iftar buffet’s highlights include ketupat sate blengong and rajungan sambel patti, prepared according to Ciptoroso’s ancestors’ original recipes. “Ketupat sate blengong is a famous breakfasting dish back home,” said the chef. “I would like to share its special flavours with everyone who enjoys their iftar at Cinnamon.” The buffet dinner is priced at Rp 325,000++ per person.

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Diamond earrings This pair of diamond ear studs mounted in white gold achieved US$470,838. It features D colour, internally flawless, brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 3.11 and 3.08ct.

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CArTIer JewelS July 8

Other than diamonds and pearls, Christie’s South Kensington Jewellery sale features Cartier gems. Pieces from the French Maison include its iconic Panthère ring made with peridot and onyx, and a necklace and yellow gold bracelets, that altogether are set to fetch more than £10,000.

CHRISTIE’S SHANGHAI

Grabbing headlines at Ikon Auction’s contemporary art sale held at Sotheby’s London is this textured cross motif work of Chinese artist Ding Yi. Visually arresting with a vivid red hue, it is estimated to go for £50,000-£70,000. The sale is held in celebration of Ikon Gallery’s 50th anniversary this year.

Works by other prominent artists such as Zhou Enli and Antony Gormley are also available.

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Domaine de la Romanée Conti The top performing wine lot was this bottle of Romanée-Conti 2010 Grand Cru, Côte De Nuits, which sold for US$18, 829.

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up for auction at RM sotheby’s annual Motor City sale — the renowned car auction with over 20 years’ history — are 80 classic automobiles. Leading the pack is this 1930 packard Deluxe Eight Dual-Cowl sport phaeton, chassis no.

185699. the beauty is estimated to fetch between us$300,000 and us$350,000.

A Lange & Söhne Flyback Chronograph This 18k white gold and diamond-set flyback chronograph watch with a mother-of-pearl dial also performed well, fetching US$50,563.

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A Tuscan Gem NED GOODWIN MW

takes a look at a relative newcomer to the echelons of Italian wine

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2010 BRUNELLOS HAVE been released to heady acclaim, hype even. The wines boast evenkeeled levels of generous extract, freshness and immaculately honed tannins, propitiously marking them for a long, fine future. It is clearly a great vintage for a region that so frequently expresses the apogee of fine wine in Tuscany.

Forty kilometres from Siena and perched 564 metres above sea level, medieval and meandering from its central square to a myriad of fanned vineyards below, the walled town of Montalcino peers at the Mediterranean from its craggy hilltop. Well ventilated yet drier than other grape-growing capitals in Tuscany, the town is, if nothing else, spectacular.

Yet despite notions that Brunello di Montalcino is among Italy’s “classic” wines, the majority of vineyards are less than 30 years of age. Indeed, while Montalcino was established in the early 1800s, with Ferruccio Biondi Santi the first to bottle the local wine and give it a commercial name in 1888, it was not until the late 19th century that newly arrived producers began to hew the landscape into the tapestry of vines that define the region today.

Indeed, most producers arrived after the DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata, an Italian quality assurance label) was established in 1968. This makes sense given the commercial cachet inherent to this status. In 1980, the zone was elevated further to Italy’s first DOCG, a supposedly more rigid, regional template for quality

wine production, defined by a superior synergy of defined production zones and the hand of man, manifested as lower yields, longer ageing, and so on as the case may be. The growing commercial viability of the region is attested to by the fact that in 1960 there were only 11 producers independently bottling their wines, 53 in 1980 and 175 by 2005.

Thus, while archaeological findings indicate that wine in and around Montalcino was produced as far back as the Etruscan age, these were muddled with herbs and other flavour additions and far from what we drink today, let alone the wine we now recognise as Brunello di Montalcino. If “classic” is to mean an established region with a long history of making fine wine, Montalcino is an arriviste to, say, Chianti’s establishment.

Yet Biondi Santi’s isolation of the superior Sangiovese Gross clone, known locally as Brunello, and his work with extended fermenting and cask ageing, has led to the production of high quality wine that is sometimes exceptional – despite the misguided zeal that too many producers apply to new oak-flows throughout the region. The best examples are 100 percent Sangiovese, though international grapes such as Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon are still permitted.

The region is defined by two disparate soil types and varying altitudes. In the north are the fabled galestro soils.

These are friable rocky soils, consisting of a crumbly meld of limestone and clay. Here, vineyards are at higher altitudes, some as high as 500 metres. This imbues the wines with cool aromas and a tension that is less common in the wines of the warmer, southern reaches. Here, in and around Sant’Angelo in Colle, the soils are defined by more clay. Subsequently the wines are buxom, rustic and full. Some producers, of course, blend fruit across these zones.

In 1998 the minimum period for cask ageing was lowered to two years from an antediluvian 42 months. This set a tone for fresher wines that are nevertheless defined by alcohol that regularly exceeds 14 percent, not to mention plenty of dried extract. The use of oak manifests as an obsession with barriques among many producers.

Rather than this idiom, I enjoy wines from the higher stretches of vineyards that are handled in large casks, or botte, as they are known. Favourite producers include Le Chiuse, who made perhaps my favourite Brunello of 2010; la Fornace, la Fortuna and of course, the magnificent (if not achingly expensive) Case Basse.

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is on the move again, this time splitting his time between New York and London

TALK THE PRESTIGE PUNDITS

Pond Hopping More travel this month as I hopped on what is unofficially known as the “NyLon express,” and spent my time jetting back and forth between the Big Apple and the British capital. My engagement in New York involved a charity dinner that was held in Manhattan’s Battery Park. Despite the fact that it was June, the summer weather proved uncooperative and it rained the whole day. Fortunately the organisers had anticipated this change in weather, and the event, which was originally planned to be outdoors, ended up taking place under a series of giant marquees.

Despite the unseasonable cold, the guests’ spirits weren’t dampened and they packed out the dance floor until the very end of the night.

From there it was off to London, where – surprising as it may seem – I was greeted by clear blue skies and beautiful sunshine. My engagement here was at London’s famous nightspot Boujis which, despite having been open a number of years now and having gone through numerous incarnations, still manages to draw in flocks of eager partygoers. Yet another fun night was had by all, and I cranked out one crowd-pleaser after another.

The wheels are now firmly set in motion for a full month of backto-back bookings around the Mediterranean. The summer has arrived and with my swimming trunks and flip-flops in tow, it’s time to have some serious adventures – living it to the Max! THE LIST

Places to see and be seen in New York…

Boulud Sud New York wonder chef Daniel Boulud’s food is always a

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delight. Don’t miss the Grapefruit Givre for dessert – it’s a showstopper.

The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges Great menu and cosy setting, favoured by the Upper East Side set.

The Loeb Boathouse Central Park Perfect spot for brunch or dinner – especially during the summer months.

Battery Park Of course everyone is familiar with Manhattan’s Central Park, but for a novel alternative, take a walk in this downtown park, which offers a great view of the Statue of Liberty. … and London Blakes Hotel In operation now for almost 40 years, this exquisite boutique hotel shows no signs of dating. The downstairs bar and restaurant are well worth a visit, too.

Ottolenghi If you haven’t had a chance to try chef Yotam Ottolenghi’s mouth-watering creations yet, then be sure to book a table next time you’re in London. You won’t be disappointed.

Yasmeen I’m a huge fan of Lebanese cuisine and recently discovered this excellent little spot in St John’s Wood. Some of the best I’ve ever tasted.

Borough Market Any true “foodie” should pay this place a visit.

Possibly the best known of all London’s markets, it continues to draw huge crowds each week to sample the various street foods and produce.

THE PLAYLIST

The month’s top grooves from the Chipchase repertoire Metele (Cesare Remix) – Buscabulla A great sun-drenched remix from hot new Brazilian producer Cesare. Definitely a name to watch in future.

Square One – Falcon Punch I know nothing about these guys but this disco-influenced slow burner is a very cool little number.

Prayer In Dreams (Pablo Hernandez & Gigamesh Edit) – Robin Schulz & Fleetwood Mac Always been a huge fan of Fleetwood Mac and this mash-up incorporating one of last year’s club anthems hits the mark.

Haunted By You (The Knocks Bootleg) – Future Islands My song of the moment. Such a great summer tune, I can’t stop playing it.

Caaalifornia (Ghost Beach – Quinten 909 Remix) – French Horn Rebellion Love French Horn Rebellion. Love Quinten 909. A match made in heaven.

We Love (aXeL Cro Future Remix) – Sneaky Sound System Peak-time dance-floor bomb from these Aussie sensations.

L.O.V.E (You Give The) (Ghosts Of Venice Remix) – Patrick Hagenaar ft. AMPM More dynamite from one of my fave new remixers, Ghosts of Venice. This one will get a lot of play from me for sure!

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Eclectic universe Every event Hermès puts on for its clients is designed with great flair and reflects the company’s subtle sense of humour. This was certainly the case when some 250 lovers of the Parisian luxury brand arrived at The Glasshouse at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Pacific Place on Tuesday, May 19 to experience “All About Accessories”. The event enabled customers to experience the eclectic universe of the maison’s spring/summer 2015 accessories collection in a most unusual setting.

The Glasshouse itself was blacked out for the evening. Champagne and wines were offered at the Enamel Bar, a cylindrical bar modelled after a stack of Hermès bangles. Shoes were displayed alongside headphones, using which the guests could listen to stories about the new collection. Perhaps the highlight of the evening was a pantomime-like performance with black boxes by EKI Dance.

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JAMES AUSTIN AND CECILIA SANTOSO FUN HATS PHOTO BOOTH

ANGEL SUSINTO AND AGNES SUSINTO

NANCY TSAI AND MILA NGADIMAN

VERNIKA BUDIMAN AND JOANNA EUNIKE

MICHELLE SHANG

LANNY MULYONO AND LILY MULYONO

ANGELICA SETIAWAN

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Make it personal Masari presented the spring/ summer 2015 collection of luxury leather goods brand Loup Noir at Senayan City on Monday, May 11. Some 100 elegant guests attended the event, during which they happily discovered the latest creations of German design duo Jens Heimerdinger and Sascha Freyberg. The made-in-Italy brand oers bags, scarves and accessories that are designed for stylish travellers.

Clients can have their initials engraved on their Loup Noir leather goods, making the pieces highly personalised.

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CINDY GOZALI AND MICHELLE SURJAPUTRA

RAHMAH UMAYYA AND ISTY AUREL

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FRANCISCA LIEM AND ANGELINE LEE

FARAH ANGSANA

LALA TEDJA

PATRICIA PANIGORO

IRANA BASUKI

NEZI WINDY

VERUSCHKA NADJA YVONNE YUEN RONALD LIEM, MAGGIE HALIM AND ROBIN LIEM TINA EFFENDI

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Unique creations Gianni Dori, CEO of Rodo, flew to Jakarta to join Masari in unveiling the Italian luxury leather goods brand’s first ever exotic-skin collection. “The essence of Rodo is elegance, attention to detail and artisanal work,” said Dori. “We want to create something special. For example, a bag can come in 10 different materials and five different colours, so each client can find her own unique piece.”

Dian Sastrowardoyo hosted the exclusive preview, held at Four Seasons Residence on Thursday, May 21. The new collection includes alligator and python items in a wide array of colours and is available at Rodo’s Plaza Indonesia boutique.

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WIDI WARDHANA SERENA MANZONI, FRANCISCA LIEM AND GIANNI DORI

LIZA NATALIA

ASRI ADITYAWARDHANA AND JULIANA TANOYO

ANGELINE LEE AND EVA JO

SEBASTIAN TOGELANG AND VERONIKA LINARDI

JOHNSON YAPTONAGA

TITI DWIJAYANTI AND IRWAN DANI MUSRIN

AUDEMARS PIGUET

Honouring Indonesia INDRA PRIAWAN DJOKOSOETONO AND ARSYA RASYID

PRIDE OF INDONESIA

PETER HONDRADY AND ERWIN KUSNADI

OLIVIERO BOTTINELLI AND ANTONIO SEWARD

RESTU SINAGA AND TEUKU ZACKY

Audemars Piguet and The Time Place hosted a celebratory evening to mark the launch of the Royal Oak Offshore Chronograph Pride of Indonesia at Museum Nasional Jakarta on Thursday, June 4. In a limited edition of 100 pieces dedicated to the archipelago, the timepiece’s case back is in 18K pink gold engraved with the Indonesian eagle “Garuda”. Said Antonio Seward, General Manager of Southeast Asia for Audemars Piguet: “We are excited to have created this exclusive timepiece in honour of this beautiful country.” Piece number one of the collection was put up for auction during the event.

Led by Deborah Iskandar of ISA Art Advisory, the auction went live at the event, and Handojo S. Mulyadi received the honour of owning the singular piece. All proceeds will benefit the Educative Cultural Programs of Museum Nasional.

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Mia Hanafiah, the impassioned Vice President of the Indonesia Heart Foundation and Executive Officer of the National Commission on Tobacco Control, told CLARISSA SANTOSO why women have a crucial role in stopping the nation’s most preventable killer

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“HEART DISEASE,” DECLARES Mia Hanafiah, “is a disease of lifestyle. It’s the most preventable disease.

Lifestyle starts when you’re young – that’s why we’re targeting the youth. We need them to adopt a healthy lifestyle as early as possible. Women also have an important role to play in the family and the community, so we need to make them aware of what heart disease is and how to take care of their cardiovascular health.”

Mia is Vice President of the Indonesia Heart Foundation (Yayasan Jantung Indonesia) and also Executive Officer of the National Commission on Tobacco Control. Her involvement in the fight against heart disease started in 1979, when she joined the yayasan as a volunteer at the urging of her husband, Prof Dr Asikin Hanafiah, who is a respected heart specialist. Back then, heart disease was the number 11 cause of death in Indonesia. Now, it is at number one.

But there’s hope. “Through the team’s concerted efforts, I’m proud to say that the Indonesia Heart Foundation is now well-known nationally and internationally,” says Mia. “The foundation also cofounded the Asia Pacific Heart Network. We really are at the forefront of battling heart disease.”

Smiles Mia, who has just celebrated her 70th birthday: “As a child, I never dreamed of doing these things. I wanted to be a diplomat. My father was appointed as trade representative in Hamburg, Germany, so we all went there and I enjoyed seeing other countries. I wanted to be a diplomat so I could travel, but it didn’t happen. I came home and got married to a doctor. Surprisingly, I then got to travel more because my husband had to attend so many international conferences.

“I got started with the yayasan when my children were in school and I had more time for the work. I was excited because I could make a difference in people’s lives. It so happens that my husband is a cardiologist, so I’m very close to what’s happening with respect to heart health. I hear stories from him about children with inborn heart defects, or those whose valves are damaged because of a disease.

“Heart operations are very expensive, of course. In the early days, I got involved primarily in interviewing

underprivileged families to see whether they are eligible for medical and financial assistance from the Heart Foundation. I’d go to their houses and I interview the children’s parents. If the attitude of the parents is just so-so, it will not help much and our work will be for nothing because aftercare for the heart operation is very important, and that depends on the family. But sometimes, these families will sell their wedding rings just to help their children.”

Mia served as the Indonesia Heart Foundation’s second Chairwoman from 1987 to 1998. She has also served as Vice President and Asia Pacific representative on the board of the World Heart Federation, the biggest organisation in cardiology for doctors and those who are passionate about educating the public. Mia also runs the day-to-day operations of the National Commission on Tobacco Control, which was founded by the Indonesia Heart Foundation and Cancer Foundation. Mia hopes to make a difference in more people’s lives through helping the poor and disseminating information about heart disease and heart health.

“I’m very passionate about tobacco control, which can be politically challenging,” Mia admits.

“Smoking is one of the biggest risk factors for heart disease and also considered a gateway to drug abuse. In that respect, we still have a long way to go.

The laws and regulations now are just not enough.

My work in the National Commission on Tobacco Control is an ongoing battle. What we’re doing now is we’re trying to have the government accede to the World Health Organisation Framework Convention on Tobacco Control, an international treaty that has already been ratified by 180 countries. Indonesia is the only country in the Asia Pacific that has not signed it. We are such a big country, and the population has to be protected from the hazards of cigarette smoking. The future generation depends on it,” she says. “The National Commission’s responsibility is to advocate this issue to decision makers, have meetings with the government and ministers, and broaden support for the cause. Now we have an alliance for victims of tobacco use,

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some of whom live with a tracheotomy hole due to throat cancer.

“Did you know that in the old days, tobacco leaves were commonly used as insecticides? It’s deadly, yet people smoke them and put it in their lungs. The trend now is that people who get heart attacks are getting younger. It used to be people in their 50s and 60s, but now it’s 30 and 40 year-olds, who are supposedly at their most productive age. One third of Indonesia’s population smokes. Research has also shown that there are more women smokers now. Our lifestyles have really changed. Shisha and e-cigarettes, which use liquid nicotine, are also harmful.”

cigarettes.” Her approach to tackling this problem is through education. “We have to increase people’s awareness regarding the risks of smoking and second-hand smoke. When people know, they will demand regulation. We should also have the courage to advise people who are smoking in an enclosed environment, which I often do.”

Mia also shares what she thinks is the biggest challenge for charitable organisations in the future: “Work for charitable organisations is mostly voluntary – you don’t get anything in return, apart from the satisfaction that you’re doing something good. Now, more and more women are working, perhaps because of financial necessity and a diminished gender gap, so they don’t have much time to volunteer. I think that, now, bodies like the Heart Foundation should be run professionally. We have more full-time staff that carries out what has been decided by board members, who are the volunteers.

We used to have full-time volunteers to organise our fund raisings, but now we have to use EOs because there are fewer full-time volunteers available.

“One person that has always been my inspiration in doing work for the Heart Foundation is Suhardani Arifin, one of the founders of the Heart Foundation.

Even as a minister’s wife, she’s so down to earth and always willing to lend a hand. I was her successor and I was 42 years old when she appointed me as chairwoman. She set a great example to her colleagues.

“Another woman I admire is my mother,” says Mia, who comes from a family of seven children, the youngest being renowned interior designer Ted Sulisto. “She was a role model for all her children and she was very charitable. She would always help people in need without any hesitation. I’ve learned that if you want to achieve something, especially when you’re working as a volunteer like I do, you have to be passionate about the issue and really believe in what you do. Even with passion, you will encounter a lot of hardships and obstacles. When you’re a volunteer, it’s easy to give up. But the end goal matters – that’s what we need to keep in mind.”

“When you’re a volunteer, it’s easy to give up. But the end goal matters – that’s what we need to keep in mind” Mia explains that the prevalence of smoking is higher among the poor and that Big Tobacco is exploiting those who are vulnerable – the young and poor, who are often uneducated about the dangers of cigarette smoking. “Tobacco products, in this country especially, are the only toxic and dangerous products that can be manufactured, promoted and marketed almost without any restriction. People are not protected. The worst thing is that they’re targeting the young. We see young children aged 10 to 15, even toddlers, who have started smoking. When you’re addicted, it’s so hard to stop. I didn’t realise how difficult it was until my own son started smoking – it was like a curse. He tried to stop so many times. Two of my brothers also fell victim to this. That’s why I’m so passionate about it.

“Indonesia is the last frontier for Big Tobacco. It’s probably the only country in the world where they can do what they want. In other countries, it’s strongly regulated. Here, cigarettes are so cheap that anyone can buy them, and they’re even sold by the stick.

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Shocked by the effects of the 2009 earthquake in Sumatra, Annisa Pohan, Aliya Rajasa and Sheila Herbowo founded Yayasan Tunggadewi to educate and empower mothers and their children, writes JESSICA GUNAWAN

WE ARE USED to seeing the effects of natural disasters on TV. But seeing the suffering for real is an entirely different experience, as Aliya Rajasa and Sheila Herbowo discovered when they visited Padang in the aftermath of the earthquake that killed more than 1,000 people in Sumatra in 2009. They visited Pariaman and Agam, the two areas that were mostly affected by the earthquake. Yayasan Tunggedewi, which they co-founded with Annisa Pohan, collected and distributed six tons of aid, consisting of canned food, clothes, sanitation products, school supplies, toys and baby amenities. ”I was amazed by the beautiful scenery that this city has to offer when I landed for the first time in Padang,” recalls Sheila. ”But as the Tunggadewi team and I drove into town, my feeling of amazement was replaced by grief and shock as I saw the after affects of the earthquake. We wanted to help rebuild schools and houses, and provide the major aid that the people needed. Little did we know that the scale of the destruction would be so terrifying to see. Houses and schools were torn apart. Basically, the people there had nothing left.”

At the end of the trip, the foundation decided to help build three classrooms for Kartika Jaya High School and a small housing compound for Puti Bungsu Orphanage. ”Even though we can only help a few victims, it is always helpful to help the children to gain more security, and I am sure that through constant nurturing in education, the children will be able to recuperate from this terrible disaster,” says Sheila. Adds Aliya: “Although we had seen a lot of natural disasters on TV, it really was our first time to witness the actual conditions with our own eyes. It gave us a wakeup call - to do whatever it is that we can to give victims a helping hand.”

Annisa, Aliya and Sheila are certainly giving the less fortunate a helping hand through Yayasan Tunggadewi (tunggadewifoundation.org), which focuses on the needs of Indonesian mothers and children who live in poverty or are the victims of natural disasters. Annisa, who has a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Padjadjaran University in Bandung and a Master of Management degree in

Marketing from University of Indonesia, where she graduated cum laude, heads the foundation’s board in her role as Executive Advisor. Aliya is General Chairwoman and Sheila is Deputy Chairwoman. The rest of the all-woman board is made up of Anandita Ayudya, Diestra Karteniza, Selly Vitria Harahap, Sarah A. Djanaka, Venny Veronica, Dwi Santi Vitorini and Syarinta Kamaranti.

The three co-founders are personally involved in every project their foundation undertakes. “We get our hands dirty in every single project that we do,” declares Sheila, who graduated with a degree in Interior Design from Parsons The New School of Design in the United States. “We are entirely involved from A to Z in the programme development, the events, and even in the architecture and the design process.”

The 10 women who run the foundation come from different professions and backgrounds, giving the team a well-rounded perspective and empathy for the families they assist. “Our team is very dynamic,” observes Aliyah. “So there is always something going on, whether one of us is getting married, or another one is getting pregnant, giving birth, focusing on a career or even moving abroad to study.”

Annisa says she and her friends established the foundation in 2009 because they were ”concerned about the socioeconomic problems arising in the underprivileged community, such as the high levels of dropout from school resulting from poverty, the low level of student participation in educational institutions, underage child labour, unhealthy living environments for child development, as well as high mother and infant death rates. These problems are not only government tasks, but also our responsibilities together for the nation’s future.

Therefore, participation and support from people at large is needed. These and other factors combined to cause us to roll up our sleeves and apply ourselves to try to relieve these underprivileged people of their burdens.”

A member of the army wives organisation Persit Kartika Chandra Kirana and a brand ambassador of Olay and Alleira Batik, Annisa is a former model, radio announcer and TV personality. She notes that OPPOSITE PAGE: ALIYA RAJASA AND SHEILA HERBOWO

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the name Tunggadewi was taken from a queen who reigned during the period of the Majapahit Kingdom and was known for the way in which her wisdom and justice brought prosperity and well being to her people. ”In choosing this name it is hoped that the Tunggadewi Foundation will be able to become a social organisation capable of bringing wellbeing to the people on a wide scale by focusing on empowering women and enhancing children’s wellbeing,” she says.

Looking back, Sheila says: “After finishing our university studies and coming back to Jakarta, we kept wondering about what we could do that could help out other people. We used to worry a lot about why the mindsets and productivity of many Indonesian people were not up to world-class standards.

But then we figured that the root of all these issues is inadequate education. That’s why we decided to focus on providing better education for our people.”

Among the educational programmes started by Yayasan Tunggadewi is Rumah Pintar Cikeas, a free children’s learning centre dedicated to the community in the Cikeas area of Bogor. The idea for this project came from Ani Yudhoyono, the wife of former President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and mother-in-law to both Annisa and Aliya. With an area of over 1,000 square metres, Rumah Pintar Cikeas’ facilities include a library, an educational toys centre, an audio visual centre, a stage, a computer centre, an infant and toddler education centre, a craft centre and an outdoor centre.

“After we began operating Rumah Pintar Cikeas, we realised that not only the children, but also their parents needed to be educated,” says Sheila. “Due to our nature as women, we would like to focus on women’s empowerment by providing them with new skill sets. We have dedicated our craft centre to mothers. To keep them productive, we provide them with skills training.” The craft centre provides a lot of classes, from sewing and cooking to gardening and make-up.

The most recent project, a mushroom cultivation programme, takes advantage of Cikeas’s renowned fertile soil. In another project, Annisa obtains leftover fabrics from Alleira that the women use for their own sewing. Using seed capital from the foundation, the women are encouraged to start micro businesses to

earn extra money. “Speaking as career women, this is the message that our foundation would like to convey,” says Sheila. “That we women can do something useful for our family’s welfare.”

Asked about the benefits of their programmes, Aliya, completed her undergraduate studies in Business Management at Bandung Institute of Technology in 2007 and has a Master’s degree in Brand Management from Istituto Marangoni in London, says she “can really see the kids becoming more and more confident now that they are used to performing at public events.” The foundation, she goes on, has also achieved one of its core missions, which

“We have dedicated our craft centre to mothers. To keep them productive, we provide them with skills training” is to eradicate illiteracy in areas of the community that it serves, resulting in higher productivity and income for women.

Building on the success of Rumah Pintar Cikeas, Yayasan Tunggadewi opened another Rumah Pintar in cooperation with Pansophia Indonesia in Dadap, Tangerang. “Our friends and networks have been of great help to the foundation,” says Sheila.

“Coincidentally, a lot of them also own or are involved in other foundations or social projects. So far, we have collaborated with Pansophia and Project Encore, just to name a couple.” Following Rumah Pintar, the foundation has expanded with a new programme called Jendela Dunia in a house in Marunda. “The main idea of Rumah Pintar and Jendela Dunia is the same,” says Sheila. “It is, however, built on a smaller scale.”

Annisa and her two friends point out that being mothers themselves helps them better understand the perspectives of the women they are helping. “When we first started this foundation, I wasn’t a mother yet,” says Aliya. “But now that I am one, it allows me to fathom the feelings of those women. Whether it is their insecurities, their hopes and wants as a person, I am now able to relate more to their own perspectives on life.”

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Kristin Soeryadjaya, Audrey Gondokusumo and Shery Leonard have created Project Encore to sell donated designer items. They use the proceeds to help underprivileged mothers and children, as NINA HIDAYAT discovered

HOW CAN YOU buy Fendi bags and Christian Louboutin shoes from a specially curated collection at bargain prices, and at the same time help underprivileged mothers and children have better lives? The answer is to support Project Encore, a charitable initiative set up by Kristin Soeryadjaya, Audrey Gondokusumo and Shery Leonard. Project Encore is an extension of Encore Bazaar, which has been providing a platform for hundreds of local vendors of women’s fashion, shoes, jewellery, bags, children’s apparel, toys and books since 2007. Audrey and Shery established Encore Bazaar, which to date has organised more than 50 events. The purpose of these bazaars is not only to provide a marketplace for budding entrepreneurs and small businesses, but more importantly to support and promote local brands from all over Indonesia.

“As women and mothers, we had a calling to bless fellow women and children with what we have. This is how, with Kristin’s passion and expertise, Project Encore came about,” explains Audrey, a mother-of-three who recently brought Hong Kong’s renowned dim sum restaurant chain Tim Ho Wan to Jakarta.

At Project Encore’s regular charity bazaars, donated designer items are sold to benefit various foundations. To date, Audrey, Sheryl and Kristin have partnered with Yayasan Pansophia, which builds schools for underprivileged children; Yayasan Tunggadewi, which was started by Aliya Rajasa and Annisa Pohan and focuses on socioeconomic issues in underprivileged communities and Reach Out Foundation, which assists natural-disaster victims and supports education initiatives, for children.

Says Kristin: “While Encore Bazaar has been around since 2007, Project Encore was only established in early 2014. We held three successful

charity events last year and we have been encouraged to continue growing in 2015 based on the public’s response. We were lucky enough to partner with Yayasan Pansophia, Yayasan Tunggadewi and Reach Out Foundation to raise money for various education initiatives throughout Indonesia.

“The idea of Project Encore was born when I was discussing with Audrey my desire to start up an organisation similar to Dress for Success. They provide makeovers, interview skills training, career advice and job placement for underprivileged women in the US. I also told Audrey that I have so many work outfits and accessories, but where and how could I get them to women who may be able to use them? While a Dress for Success type of organisation is our long-term goal, we decided to start by organising charity bazaars where the proceeds would benefit various women’s and children’s yayasans, particularly in the areas of education. This is a cause that I feel especially passionate about. The future success of Indonesia solely depends on educating the youth of today, especially the girls. Children of educated mothers are less likely to drop out of school.”

Having worked at Ogilvy in Honolulu and at BBDO in New York City when she lived in the US, Kristin has plenty of experience in the areas of marketing and advertising. But even she has been surprised by the strength of the support Project Encore has received from the public. Of special note was an event the three ladies put on with Yayasan Tunggadewi at Plaza Indonesia last year.

“We were so overwhelmed by the turnout for our event with Yayasan Tunggadewi,” she says during our photo shoot at a magnificent Thomas Elliottdesigned unit at One Park Residences in Gandaria.

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anticipated that sort of turnout, but it was civilised and we think the buyers left in a happy state. It was also very memorable to see the children from the Reach Out Foundation come and perform at our event at Pacific Place. They were so happy and appreciative and love learning, which made all our hard work so worthwhile.”

Project Encore uses social media, especially Instagram, to promote its events. “We rely mostly on the power of social media to raise awareness about upcoming events,” says Kristin. “We post photos of items that we are selling ahead of time to create excitement, and our hosts and yayasan partners also use their own media channels to spread the word. The power of social media in Indonesia is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced, even in the US. As a result, we have been able to draw a crowd and create buzz with zero marketing costs. We like to send out teasers to our Instagram followers. We’ll start posting sale items a few weeks before an event to get people excited and spread the word about the upcoming event. You would be amazed at how quickly people tag their friends, and then the excitement spreads like wild fire. We also rely on the power of our celebrity friends and influencers to create buzz and endorse the events.

For the last two events, we made exclusive event t-shirts and then asked our hosts and friends, like Cathy Sharon and Dian Sastrowardoyo, to wear and post the photos on their social media pages.

The majority of these shirts were sold before the events even took place. Best of all, social media doesn’t add to costs for the yayasans, which means more proceeds for their initiatives.

“New or used, luxury designer items sell in Indonesia. Our pre-loved items are carefully curated before each charity bazaar. Every single item is inspected and sorted, which means that the quality of the items that we sell is new or gently used, and so far the response has been overwhelmingly positive. Many of the brands we sell are aspirational and are sold at a fraction of the retail cost. Imagine scoring an almost new Fendi bag for Rp 2 million or a pair of barely used Christian Louboutin shoes for Rp 2.5 million! Not only does it make our customers happy, but also knowing that all the proceeds go toward great causes just sweetens the deal for everyone. We

also have incredibly generous friends and family members who understand the purpose of these charity bazaars. They donate items that are new or gently used, which sell very easily.”

Kristin says she and her two friends are looking for more charitable organisations to partner with in the future. “We have been extremely fortunate to partner with inspirational, successful and influential women for all of our events thus far,” she points out. “We choose the yayasan for each event based on our shared vision and passion for a cause and their professionalism. We also invite hosts who are equally passionate about the same causes, and are influential and inspirational to their followers and fans. We are open to working with any yayasan whose focus or vision aligns with causes that we believe in. It is not limited to education, although this is one cause that we feel particularly passionate about. We would love to meet and speak to any yayasan who feels that this type of event partnership would be beneficial and a good match. We hope that they associate Project Encore with quality and professionalism.

“It would be wonderful to expand the size of our events to reach a greater audience and also to incorporate other elements such as educational or professional tutorials or workshops to assist women and children in their pursuit to maximise their potential. We are starting to collect new and gently pre-loved designer items for our next bazaar in the fall. If any readers would like to donate, we can be reached at projectencore.id@gmail.com to arrange collection. People are extremely excited about our events and keep asking us when the next bazaar will be!”

Prestige was involved with one Project Encore event, “Keep Glam and Reach Out”. What does the success of their initiative mean to Kristin Soeryadjaya and her friends? “It’s always exciting and rewarding to see people get excited about what we are selling, and knowing that all the proceeds go to charity just makes them even more willing to buy,” says Kristin. “For last November’s Reach Out event at Pacific Place, we invited the children from PAUD Surya Kasih to perform a few songs. It really puts everything into perspective when you can see who your efforts are benefitting.

It’s very rewarding.”

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Amanda Soekasah, Janna Joesoef and Wulan Guritno created the NINA Bracelet of Hope as a cancer solidarity bracelet for their friends to wear. In less than a year their touching initiative has turned into a nationwide movement, as NINA HIDAYAT discovered

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ALMOST 300,000 PEOPLE are diagnosed with cancer each year in Indonesia. Twin sisters Amanda Soekasah and Janna Joesoef, and their friend actress Wulan Guritno, decided to create a bracelet last October to show their solidarity with cancer patients. They initially sold the bracelets to their friends. But NINA (Never Ignore, Never Alone) Bracelet of Hope has quickly gained celebrity support and become nothing less than a nationwide movement.

“We immediately thought of making a bracelet as a form of solidarity with cancer victims because it was accessible, affordable and unisex,” explains Amanda. The bracelets are made using kain jumputan scraps supplied by Ghea Panggabean, who is not only one of Indonesia’s most admired fashion designers but also Amanda and Janna’s mother.

“The many colours of kain jumputan represent the rainbow, which is a symbol of hope,” notes Janna.

Since they began, the three young women have sold no fewer than 8,000 bracelets to “warriors of hope”, raising Rp 800 million for cancer foundations across the archipelago. “We are very overwhelmed by the support given to the movement,” Janna goes on. “We started with 25 bracelets, which we sold to our friends. The public reaction was really overwhelming. We started with a pop-up store in Plaza Indonesia, and continued working with other shopping malls, like Senayan City, to spread awareness. From there, word got around, and now we are really excited to keep the movement going and help more cancer patients. We hope that every time people look at their bracelets, they’d remember that there’s always hope. And they are not alone.”

The positive buzz comes mainly from using social media. At the time of writing, the movement’s Instagram account, @gelangharapan, had amassed more than 45,000 followers. This is how

the movement gathers volunteers to help out at its pop-up stores and road shows. In less than a year, Bracelet of Hope has turned from a humble fundraising movement into a sustainable effort with many programmes and collaborations lined up.

Funds raised from sales of the bracelets have initially helped the mobile mammogram programmes of Yayasan Kanker Payudara Indonesia (YKPI) and Love Pink Foundation. These take the form of a van that goes to remote areas across Indonesia to provide free breast cancer scans.

“Each mobile mammography trip costs around Rp 15 million,” says Wulan. “So far we’ve helped fund six trips. We aim to work with more cancer organisations in the future to reach out to more people.” They have also reached out to young cancer patients and their families. In conjunction with Yayasan Kanker Indonesia, they organised a fun day out called “The Magic of Hope”. “The aim is to give the patients and their families a break,” Amanda explains. “Cancer treatments can be exhausting, physically and mentally. For the family members who accompany the patients, they need extra dose of positive spirit to keep the hope of their loved ones alive. So we thought, why not let treat them to have a good time? It was much needed and it was so rewarding to see many happy faces.”

Earlier this year, Amanda, Janna and Wulan travelled to Trenggalek in East Java to visit cancer patients and their families. “It was such an eyeopening experience to meet cancer patients in an underdeveloped area,” recalls Janna. “While patients in big cities have access to proper cancer treatment, the people in Trenggalek don’t. The challenges that face patients in remote areas are trickier because they barely have enough to live on, let alone pay for cancer treatments. In the current situation, survival rates in those areas are much lower than in the big cities. This is a tragic reality that motivates us to keep

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going.” Amanda notes that although national health insurance system is now available through the new Badan Penyelenggara Jaminan Sosial Kesehatan (BPJS Kesehatan), not everyone is aware of it or know how best to use it to help ease their medical

“We started with 25 bracelets, which we sold to our friends.

From there, word got around, and now we are really excited to keep the movement going and help more cancer patients” bills. “From there, we knew that besides money, there was a need to help patients who live in remote areas. That’s why we’re hoping that we could reach out to the government and work with them to address this issue. At the end of the day, the movement is not about us. It’s about being a bridge between patients and significant parties who could help so that they could get the help they really need: money, access to cancer treatments, understanding of their medical rights as citizens as well chance to wind down and keep the spirit up.”

In June, the Bracelet of Hope team visited Bandung to meet patients and inspect a home for children with cancer. The three compassionate young ladies are working on a series of programmes to extend the impact of Bracelet of Hope. Besides, they are working with Alkimia Production to make a movie about an aspirational young woman who is diagnosed with cancer.

Titled I Am Hope, the upcoming movie is currently in the pre-production stage and is scheduled to

premiere in June next year. Twenty five percent of the proceeds from the movie will be dedicated to the cause.

“We came from the entertainment industry, so naturally we thought of making a movie when we discussed about the most effective tool to reach a wide range of audience. We hope the movie can serve as a wakeup call that cancer is a reality that’s very close to us and our loved ones,” says Wulan.

“It’s never too early to have yourself checked, and there’s always something we can do to ease the burdens of our fellow humans.”

The Bracelet of Hope founders have all taken a short course on cancer, including general information about the disease, the importance of early detection and various ways to help cancer patients. “Ibu Linda Agum Gumelar, one of the founders of YKPI and a cancer survivor herself, encouraged us to attend the course and we were grateful for the opportunity,” says Amanda. “The course has helped us to better understand the life of a cancer patient. It teaches us that telling them to ‘be patient’ or saying, ‘I feel you’ just doesn’t cut it. It would be better if we would listen to them and spend time with them instead – and show respect and empathy.”

What’s next for the Bracelet of Hope movement?

“We’ve been very blessed with overwhelmingly positive response from people and companies who want to join the movement, as well as those we approach for our next programmes. The enthusiasm really encourages us to do more. Some people ask us how we find time to do this, on top of our jobs and family obligations. But really, the movement brings so much joy for everyone that’s involved,” Janna says. The three founders are in talks with local talents to put on a charity auction in collaboration with artists from Yogyakarta called “Art of Hope”, a charity concert entitled “Concert of Hope” and a big gala dinner. In addition, they are arranging makeover sessions and outings for patients. “We have learned that, besides medical treatment, patients and their families need regular spirit boosters to keep their hopes alive,” says Amanda. “Happiness helps recovery and, at the end of the day, all our efforts are about putting a smile back on their faces. We encourage all warriors of hope to join the journey of hope and personally experience how each of us is the hope itself.”

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z Entrepreneur MICHELLE SURJAPUTRA and fashion designer YOSEP SINUDARSONO have created a new collection for the Lotuz label to support Happy Hearts Fund Indonesia’s school rebuilding efforts. Ahead of the foundation’s charity event set for Wednesday, August 5, Sinudarsono gathered 10 of his muses for a shoot with Prestige. Nina Hidayat reports z PHOTOGRAPHY REDAVELL STYLING PETER ZEWET

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he upcoming launch of Lotuz’s fall/winter 2015 ready-to-wear collection is a marriage of style and philanthropy. The collection will be unveiled during a charity gala evening to raise funds for the projects of Happy Hearts Fund (HHF) Indonesia. The gala, which will take place in the Grand Ballroom of Raffles Jakarta on Wednesday, August 5, will feature a trunk show and an auction of some of rising young fashion designer Yosep Sinudarsono’s original designs.

HHF is an international foundation that supermodel Petra Nemcova set up in 2005. It focuses on rebuilding schools in areas struck by natural disasters. HHF Indonesia has helped rebuild a total of 82 schools and kindergartens in Yogyakarta, Bali and Manado. To date, the foundation has enabled more than 4,000 children to go back to school.

The entrepreneur behind Lotuz is Michelle Surjaputra.

Her Michelindo is a conceptualised lifestyle company that focuses on the food and beverage industry. Started in 2011, it was granted the master franchise of BonChon Chicken. In 2013, Michelindo launched a new Mexican culinary concept called Sombrero, to be found in Grand Indonesia. Also in 2013, Michelle discovered Sinudarsono. The 23-year-old designer, a graduate of Esmod and Lembaga Tata Busana Susan Budiharjo, has gained a strong following for his couture and bridal collections since opening his atelier in Semarang three years ago. Lotuz, the brand Michelle created with Sinudarsono, is a high-end ready-to-wear label for women.

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Michelle and Sinudarsono say it was HHF’s dedication to school construction that motivated them to collaborate with Nemcova, who has pointed out that “the focus of HHF is making sure disaster areas receive sustainable help to rebuild communities, especially schools, after the first wave of responders leave.”

Says Michelle of Petra’s work: “Without good schools, there could never be economic growth in a country. Through talking to Petra and the HHF Indonesia board members, I learned that many children in disaster areas in Indonesia are studying in rundown school buildings. When it rains, their classes have to be cancelled because there’s no roof above them. I think it’s crucial that these kids get the proper facilities they need to study well.”

Sinudarsono says he is grateful to Michelle for introducing him to HHF Indonesia. “I believe that good education is vital to the development of a country,” says the designer. “That’s one of the reasons why the cause that HHF Indonesia strives for is something very close to my heart. HHF Indonesia doesn’t only rebuild schools. It restores the hope of children. As a designer, my eternal inspirations are women who are aware of themselves. They know what their strongest qualities are and they accept their flaws with grace. They are constantly on the move and time is a very important concept for them. That’s the basic design philosophy for Lotuz. I create day and night pieces that will suit women at work and afterwards. I want to convey a message of diversity. Charity knows no boundaries.

No matter what background you are from or what age group you belong to, you can always bring goodness to others if you have the heart for it.”

The fall/winter 2015 collection for Lotuz represents Sinudarsono’s vision of the ideal woman. The silhouette is shape-conscious on top and blooms into a fuller volume at the bottom, a manifest of the shape of a rose that is the

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season’s main inspiration. The shades of black, dark blue and deep red on jacquard fabric add beautiful structures to the pieces, which the designer describes as a “combination between the feminine and the powerful side of a woman.”

Interesting detailing in each piece is created with wool, silk, satin and gabardine. The mishmash of materials creates a 3D effect that adds to the collection’s vibrancy.

Another distinctive quality in the collection is the use of

Sinudarsono invited 10 of his muses to take part in a style shoot for Prestige’s 11th anniversary issue: Aimee Juliette, Angel Pieters, Claudia Setyohadi, Dara Setyohadi, Dita Soedarjo, Erika Santoso, Lidia Andriyani, May Farida, Pevita Pearce and Wanda Ponika.

For Dita Soedarjo, education and children resonate on a personal level. She teaches herself at an informal education centre just outside Jakarta.

“Indonesia has a population of close to 250 million people, so there’s so much potential in the country,” she observes. “Sadly, lots of them, especially children, have no access to good education. HHF Indonesia is doing great to improve the situation,

“Without good schools, there could never be economic growth in a country” batik kawung motif on jacquard.

Previously only appearing on cotton and silk, this new interpretation of the traditional pattern is as refreshing as it is elegant. “I want to incorporate an Indonesian element to the collection, without forgetting my design aesthetic that people have come to recognise,” says Sinudarsono. “That’s why I experiment with the batik kawung motif by applying it to jacquard.

I can’t wait to present the final product to the international buyers at upcoming trade shows.”

and I hope the cause can provide good education for more children and in the long run, equip them to give back to the country.”

Aimee Juliette shares her sentiment: “I see the noble purpose of HHF Indonesia, and more importantly their consistency in doing it. I will help in any way I can to raise funds at the gala so we can build more schools for children in need in this country.”

Wanda Ponika says she is honoured to have been chosen as a muse “because I like Yosep’s designs and I love HHF Indonesia’s mission.

When it comes to charity efforts, I make sure that not only the cause is good but the foundation is credible. I admire the transparency of HHF Indonesia. We know exactly where the donations go and we see the living proof of the foundation’s work that has benefited many children. Lotuz

also represents a positive gesture from the fashion industry. Fashion is associated with glamour, luxury and exclusivity. A fashion designer who shows effort to support a good cause shows that fashion, too, can bring positive impact to the society it’s in.”

“I am blessed with the talent to make clothes. I want that ability to benefit others, for instance through a charity gala likes this. I hope that people who appreciate my designs could help us raise fund for HHF Indonesia and build more schools for children in need. Also, I hope that the event could raise more awareness of the foundation and the great work it’s doing.”

Michelle began working on pregala fundraising efforts in June 1.

All of her BonChon outlets have been selling special tote bags, with the proceeds going to HHF Indonesia. Another partner in the fundraising is Ultimo Clinic, which donates part of the proceeds from its Coolsculpting non-surgical fat reduction treatments to the cause.

“Our initial target in this series of fundraising efforts is to build one new school,” says Michelle. “We’re trying our best to get the positive buzz going and to appeal to more people to get involved in this effort.

Who knows, perhaps we can raise enough funds that even more children will get access to a good education.”

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“I’m grateful to have the opportunity to work with people who make their philosophy part of their business,” graffiti artist Cyril “Kongo” Phan tells CHRIS HANRAHAN

of his experience as a designer for Hermès

WRITING ON THE SCARF OF ALL THE fashion accessory designers Hermès, the Paris-based luxury house, has worked with over the years one of the most unusual must be Cyril Phan. Better known as “Kongo”, he is a street artist who has brought graffiti art through the doors of No. 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré. In February this year, he spent a couple of weeks in Indonesia. His mission was to decorate the windows of the newly renovated and expanded Hermès store at Grand Hyatt Jakarta. During the big reopening party for the 12-year-old store, Kongo not only unveiled his special windows. He also signed hundreds of silk twill scarves during the evening for Hermès Indonesia’s high-society guests.

“I was thrilled that Hermès produced my Graff Hermès scarf design in an exclusive colour scheme to celebrate the store’s metamorphosis,” says Kongo. “As I signed their scarves, I said to the guests: ‘Please don’t wash it or my signature will come off!’”

Kongo is a French-Vietnamese national who spent most of his childhood in the south of France.

He later moved to Brazzaville and then Paris, and he still has his studio in Bagnolet in the eastern suburbs of the French capital. “I was a political refugee from

Vietnam,” he says. “My father was jailed in Vietnam and, at the age of six I found myself living in the south of France with my grandparents, my mother’s parents. My mother worked at the French Embassy in Vietnam. I lived with my grandparents for eight years. For many people in that area, I was the first Asian they had ever seen. I could not speak any French and I was shy. I faced a lot of racism and I was involved in fights every day. But it was good for me. It made me strong.

“Later, my mother got a job in Brazzaville in the Congo and she took me to live with her there.

That’s how I got my nickname. The main things I remember about Brazzaville were the smells and the heat – very different from France! I lived in the Congo between the ages of 16 and 20, but I went back and forth to France during those years. In Paris, I mostly hung out with people who lived on the streets. Half of the guys I knew back then are dead now, and most of the rest are in jail. I lost count of the number of times I was arrested, but they don’t put street artists in prison. The worst that happens is that they keep you in the police cells overnight and let you go the next morning. There are fines for making graffiti, of course. At times, I had lots

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of people after me – shopkeepers and business owners. They were really angry at me. To them I was a vandal, not an artist!”

Kongo’s relationship with Hermès came about one Sunday afternoon in 2008. He was working in Lan Kwai Fong when Eric Delannoy, Hermès’s former Hong Kong-based Regional Sales Director, approached him. “He pointed to his son’s cap and asked me to sign it for him,” says Kongo. “He told me he was fascinated by my work and invited me to have coffee with him. We talked a lot about art. At the beginning, I didn’t know who he was and I even thought he might be an undercover policeman! But he was friendly and knowledgeable about art, and he was genuinely interested in my ideas. He asked me to design a window display for the Hermès store at the Hong Kong airport, which I did.”

Delannoy told Pierre-Alexis Dumas about Kongo and his work, and this led to a meeting with the Artistic Director of Hermès after the artist had

returned to Paris. “After some discussion, PierreAlexis asked me to design a scarf for Hermès,” says Kongo. “He gave me no directions, but said it was entirely up to me to come up with ideas. I did 40 or 50 different sketches for his people and they eventually chose two of the designs. The first, Graff, came out in 2011 and the initial production run sold out within two months. The second design hasn’t come out yet.

It’s still – how do you say it? – in the fridge.”

Kongo says he cannot imagine himself designing for any other luxury brand. “Hermès is a very special company, a family,” he says. “The house has savoir-faire, a healthy mentality and a philosophy of life. They do not use machines, they use their hands to make beautiful things. I like that because we are not robots, we are human. I’ve learned a lot from them about the importance of using quality materials. I’m grateful to have the opportunity to work with people who make their philosophy part of their business.”

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Edgardo Osorio has taken on the challenge of making shoes that are wearable, yet sexy. The industry insiders who run around in his Aquazurras during fashion weeks would say he has achieved his goal, writes NINA HIDAYAT

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IT WAS MARCH 2012 and Paris Fashion Week was in full swing. Vogue Japan Senior Editor Giovanna Battaglia walked into the Aquazurra shoe showroom, announcing: “I’m giving up on high heels for now.

My feet are killing me after running around in New York and Milan.” In an almost Cinderella-like twist, she was introduced to Aquazurra’s Sexy Thing bootie. It was love at first slip. The bootie’s cashmere suede and well-calculated structure, a quality that Aquazurra offers in all its shoes, famously became Battaglia’s ultimate style weapon right through the week. And so the Aquazurra buzz began.

“It started with Giovanna and sort of just snowballed into editors telling other editors, women telling other women,” says Edgardo Osorio, the dashing 28-year-old founder and Creative Director of Aquazurra, during a recent visit to On Pedder’s Plaza Indonesia boutique, where the company’s spring 2015 collection is available. “Before I knew it, Aquazurra shoes were spotted on ladies in the front rows of many runway shows and would soon be called ‘The Fashion Week Shoes’.”

Aquazurra is a young brand, but within four short years it has built a presence in 45 countries.

It takes prides in having a long list of “Aquazurra girls”, notably Gwyneth Paltrow, Emma Watson and American socialite Olivia Palermo. “It’s really an honour to see Aquazurra sold next to Louboutin and Manolo, the ultimate cult shoes of modern days,” says Osorio. Social media, especially Instagram, have played a big part in the brand’s success. The designer himself constantly interacts on Instagram, using the platform to get to know his customers better and “even discuss mood boards and inspirations with our followers.”

Aquazurra has built its identity on shoes that mix “refined European aesthetics with modern American sensibility and Latin flair”. The shoes are characteristically strappy with thin heels. But Osorio has a vision that goes beyond good looking shoes.

“The best shoes are the ones that allow you to walk, run and dance in them.”

The quest for sexy yet wearable shoes is almost like the search for the fountain of youth. What makes Aquazurra special? “For me, the art of shoemaking begins with designing something beautiful. If a pair of shoes doesn’t look good, no one would even want to look at it, let alone try

it. It becomes pointless,” Osorio explains. “From there, we move on to tinkering with the structure of the shoes, how they should fit, feel and how they should allow the wearer to move as much as she wants to.”

At Aquazurra, the design process begins with studying the structure of human feet. Working together with “professional shoemakers who have been working with shoes almost all their lives”, Osorio makes shoes that attend to all crucial parts of human foot – the ball, the heel, and the arch.

“Most of the time, when you wear high heels, the weight of the body is only supported by the balls of the feet, and that’s what causes the aching. We make shoes in such a way that your weight is evenly distributed between the front, the mid and the back part of the feet.”

Besides, Aquazurra shoes are equipped with little innovations that are invisible yet significant when worn. “We use only the softest of suedes, and let them be unlined, making the shoes fit like a glove.

Memory foam cushions the balls of the feet.”

All that knowledge and worldly vision from a 28-year-old might sound dreamy. But Osorio has been in the industry for 14 years. Born in Colombia and raised between Miami and London, he moved to Florence at the age of 19 to work for Salvatore Ferragamo.

Osorio’s shoemaking learning process continued at luxury fashion houses with an emphasis on shoes: Sigerson Morrison, Rene Caovilla and Roberto Cavalli. The high-profile exposure eventually led him to start his own brand in 2011.

Osorio, who studied at London College of Fashion and Central Saint Martins, recalls attending a dozen weddings one summer, and “all the girls took off their shoes before hitting the dance floor”. That was when he decided that he wanted to create beautiful, feminine shoes that women can dance in. “Because I believe that everyone should be able to have fun with fashion, not be restrained by it.”

The fun in fashion is in fact what attracts Osorio to Asia. “It’s a whole new world for us,” he points out. “There’s a lot of youth in Asia. People are really excited to play around with fashion. High fashion has such a long history in Europe that Europeans get bored by it. But here, everyone is still super excited and the energy people create is just wonderful.”

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Jaeger-LeCoultre CEO Daniel Riedo told CHRIS HANRAHAN how the night sky in Switzerland’s magical Vallée de Joux has moved the maison to create 2015 novelties with an astronomical theme

THE VALLÉE DE JOUX in Switzerland is a magnet for tourists who enjoy hiking, riding horses and mountain biking. It boasts rugged and unspoiled countryside nestled between the Jura mountain ranges. The area offers magnificent mountains - Mont Tendre, the highest peak in the valley at 1,679 metres above sea level, affords views of Lake Geneva and the Savoy Alps. The Lac de Joux, at an altitude of 1,000 metres above sea level, is famous for its winds, attracting windsurfers and other water sports enthusiasts. The spectacular Vallorbe limestone caves are well worth exploring. And there is even a 14-km-long steam railway line, opened in 1899, that runs along the lake and on through the pine forests.

In spite of all these attractions, for lovers of haute horlogerie the number one reason to visit the Vallée de Joux is to get a close look at some of the most exceptional timepieces ever made.

L’Espace Horloger, a watch museum in Le Sentier, offers a comprehensive history of watch-making and boasts a precious collection of clocks, as well as a reconstructed watch-making workshop that provides insights into how watchmakers performed their magic in the 19th century. In addition, for those lucky enough to obtain permits, there may be organised visits to two or three of the famous watch manufacturers based in the valley – among them Audemars Piguet, Blancpain, Jaeger-LeCoultre, A Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin.

The Richemont group’s Jaeger-LeCoultre, as its CEO Daniel Riedo pointed out during his first ever visit to Jakarta in April, is especially proud of its association with the Vallée de Joux, which goes back to 1833, when Antoine LeCoultre opened his

first watchmaking workshop. “The founder wanted to put all of the watchmaking skills under one roof, and that’s how it still is today at our company,” declares 53-year-old Riedo, who became CEO of the manufacture in July 2013.

The CEO, who spent 12 years at the Rolex Group before joining Jaeger-LeCoultre in 2011, initially as Industrial Director, notes that the valley’s captivating night sky inspired the company’s decision to make astronomy the overriding theme of the company’s novelties this year. In the valley, very few lights disturb the luminous beauty of the heavens at night. In the sun, moon and stars, the sky harbours the origins of time. Through its new models, the company aims to illustrate the phenomena observed by ancient civilisations that punctuate our daily lives. The calendar year represents a complete turn of the earth around the sun. Moon phases gave rise to the week and the month.

In addition, Jaeger-LeCoultre has adopted materials directly related to its source of inspiration, such as meteorite stone and lapis lazuli. Pieces of shooting stars have been crafted by the artisans of the manufacture to reveal their unique beauty.

“When you use space rock that has been affected by weathering to make watch dials, it means that every piece you produce looks different and is the only one of its kind,” observes Riedo. Lapis lazuli was a favourite stone of ancient monarchs who associated its deep blue colour with that of the sky.

Among the astronomically inspired novelties Jaeger-LeCoultre unveiled at the 2015 Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in Geneva is the Rendez-Vous Celestial. This watch,

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says Riedo, showcases the beauty of a face enhanced by métiers rares (rare crafts) promoted by the maison, such as enamelling, gem-setting and engraving. “Gem-setting in particular is one of the maison’s traditional skills,” adds the CEO. The timepiece’s finery reflects the colours of the sun through the unusual choice for the dial of bordeaux aventurine, whose deep tones are dotted with glittering spangles.

The watch’s elliptical dial opening houses a disc bearing a sky chart.

A depiction of the zodiac portrays

the sedate dance of the zodiac signs at 6 o’clock.

The signs of the zodiac, along with the various constellations, are painted on the rotating dial. The zodiac calendar serves to specify the position of the constellations at any time of the year, via an annual calendar that regulates the time display and measurement system. The watch also features a star in order to personalise time. By means of a second crown adorned with an inverted diamond, the mobile star shifts in tune with the wishes of the woman who turns it in order to indicate the hour of her choice - whether that of a happy memory or a date she is setting with destiny.

While a classic moon phase shows a one-day deviation every two-and-a-half years, the Rendez-

Vous Moon’s phase is engineered to remain accurate for 972 years. The watch’s crescent bears a stylised hour arc distinguished by elongated numerals. It tops a disc affording a vision of the heavens and occupies almost half the dial. The deep blue sky reveals the constellations and shines with a sprinkling of diamonds. There are two versions of this new model, in 36- and 39-mm diameters. They share several characteristics, including a mother-of-pearl moon disc studded with constellations and sprinkled with cabochons representing the stars.

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Impressive as the engineering of the Rendez-Vous Moon may be, it pales in comparison with JaegerLeCoultre’s incredible Duomètre Sphérotourbillon Moon. When this watch’s moon phase is properly adjusted, it will remain accurate for a full 3,887 years! With its 42-mm diameter and 14.3-mm thickness, this stupendous timepiece is elegant to look at and comfortable to wear.

As all astronomers know, each of the planets spins around an axis that is never perpendicular to the orbital plane. The angle formed by the earth’s axis is around 23 degrees. This natural tilt explains the successive seasons and alternating weather patterns. This penchant is shared by the additional rotation axis that gives the Sphérotourbillon its true magic. As well as performing a full turn around the axis of its titanium carriage, the Sphérotourbillon also spins around a second axis inclined at a 20-degree angle – a nod to the inclination of the

Riedo is an engineer by training, a graduate of the University of Geneva in corporate management and of the Geneva School of Engineering. “My first job was with a company that built locomotives,” he recalls. He takes pride in the sum of technical knowledge, experience and skills shared by more than 1,000 people working at his manufacture, and he notes that Jaeger-LeCoultre promotes the

“When you use space rock that has been affected by weathering to make watch dials, every piece is different” earth that follows an imaginary line stretching to Ursae Minoris, the pole star.

An important feature of the watch’s design is the symmetrically choreographed dance of the functions displayed on the finely grained dial. The moon phase appears at 3 o’clock, whereas JaegerLeCoultre generally places it at 6 o’clock. The disc is made of lapis lazuli, and features a dusting of stars that echo the moon, hands and hour markers, creating a two-tone ambiance.

Only a handful of timepiece companies have the ability to produce a technical masterpiece like the Duomètre Sphérotourbillon Moon, and Riedo believes that the future of his maison lies in increased exclusivity and personalisation. “JaegerLeCoultre is the epitome of an exclusive brand,” he says. “We create more models than most other watch brands, but our production is generally smaller. We are in a niche market. The people who buy our watches have very high expectations. They are looking for radical mechanical innovations, but at the same time they still want a familiar look. The Porsche 911 is more than 50 years old, but every few years they introduce a new model - and so the car evolves. Similarly, if you look at a JaegerLeCoultre Reverso, you know that, mechanically, it has advanced greatly over the decades. But it is still recognisable when you compare it with a Reverso from the 1930s. Our Hybris Mechanica Grandes Complications are the ultimate examples of the manufacture’s prowess, and as we develop them we are infusing elements from these timepieces in Reverso and our other core collections.”

passing on of knowledge through its training centre and workshops, which welcome a number of new apprentice watchmakers and technicians each year. “You need the right machinery, but without good people it means nothing,” he concludes. “When I go to a workshop, I can smell if it’s working properly as soon as I walk through the door. It takes me just a couple of seconds to feel the electricity in the air.”

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ELEMENTS OF DESIGN Fabrizio Buonamassa Stigliani, the mastermind behind Bulgari’s most extravagant watches, discussed the future of timepiece design with CHRIS ANDRE

Fabrizio buonamassa stigliani, senior Director of bulgari’s Watches Design Center, has been with the company since 2001, 10 years before its acquisition by lV l mH. Formerly a car designer for Fiat, he is in charge of all the famed roman brand’s watch designs for both men and women.

He was instrumental in developing the first grand complication timepiece in the women’s collection, and he dreamed up the bulgari octo watches for men, launched in 2012. last year, the octo Finissimo t tourbillon he designed grabbed headlines at baselworld as the world’s thinnest tourbillon. stigliani moved the bulgari design team from rome to neuchâtel, birthplace of haute horlogerie, in 2011. Formally chic in a navy blue suit with a knit tie, the watch designer brought a box of bulgari treasures to his interview with Prestige, among them jewellery watches for 2015 and some of the most expensive watches, including the serpenti.

Between Switzerland and italy, how doeS the Bulgari watch deSign proceSS work? all the watches and high jewellery pieces like b.zero1 rings are designed here at our watch design studio. We make sketches, and we share them with the masters in rome, to craft them. what are the elementS of good deSign? a good design contains a lot of the right elements: the right cost, the right shape and the right moment. to put it simply, the designers have to know the cost t of their creations. it’s not just an exercise to make beautiful sketches. We work in tandem with our marketing team and with the people in the factories to make the right product at the right price for the right moment. otherwise, we would spend four to five years crafting some product and then, when we finish, the golden moment may have passed. how would you define Bulgari’S deSign dna? it’s a unique Dna a because we mix a lot of different things. First of all, bulgari comes from rome, a unique city with an equally unique history. a all of our watches are meant to embody those qualities. in terms of visual design, there is a clear sense of proportion. it’s bold and refined, too, at the same time.

We also love to play around with geometrical shapes. When you see the Diva watch, it looks like a flower, but all the petal designs are of a triangular shape. the same goes for the musa jewelry pieces.

Every element [stone/gem] is of a square shape with smooth edges. Even for the serpenti snake design, the elements are very much geometrical. iS there any deSign direction for coming yearS? We’re working on some designs for our complication watches for baselworld 2018 now. For women’s watches, we’re already working on the baselworld 2017 novelties. For us, today is part of the past.

For design direction, you first have to understand the trends and the economic situation, because design and the economic situation are linked in such a strong way. Your welfare has much impact on your habit, up to how you wear some accessories. not to mention the culture and geography, each market is very distinct. it is, therefore, not easy to imagine bulgari products for the future, especially considering the endless possibilities for creations. t take, for instance, our sketches for the 2018 products. the change of the economic situation within two to three years might alter very much the relevancy of a certain piece, which may render it undesirable just after six or eight months in the market. tell uS aBout the diagono e-magneSium watch.

the initial idea was to make a new statement in the industry after the bulgari Diagono aluminum in 1998. a at that time, aluminum was one of the most iconic materials. now we decided to go with a higher-end material, hence magnesium and ceramics. it’s a reflection of our luxury approach. also looking at this year’s trends, we came up with the idea of not an actual smartwatch, but a key, a chip inside a watch. the Diagono e-magnesium is not a gadget, but you can use it as a key to open, say, your vault or your car, for that matter. it is 100 percent mechanical with our solotempo movement, of all the watcheS you have deSigned, which iS your favourite?

the next one!

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COCO’S STORY Nicolas Beau, Chanel’s International Director of Watches, told CHRIS ANDRE how the story of Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel’s incredible life inspired the creation of the Mademoiselle Privé Camélia watch collection

If you look at each of Chanel’s watch novelties carefully, it is clear that the company’s timepieces are much more than just beautiful designs that often rely on basic premises like symmetry and alluring curves. With many awards already under its belt – and in particular with the creation of the Mademoiselle Privé Camélia watch - one can’t help but wonder what Chanel is trying to achieve now. And, as many timepiece lovers must have wondered, how does the brand proceed from one extraordinary creation to the next?

Effortlessly charming and elegant, Nicolas Beau is a man who never avoids prying questions. He obviously loves long chats over meals, just like most frenchmen. At Baselword 2015, the International Director of Chanel Watches was seen rushing from one meeting to another. But he had always time to slick his hair back, fix his suit a little, and give a very warm smile to curious passers-by. Sporting a handsome and new Chanel J12-G10 chromatic watch on the wrist, Beau was attuned to questions as if he were listening to a beautiful piece of music, readily responding to rises and falls in pitch.

“We work on stories,” he explains of Chanel’s watch design aesthetic. “We started the story of Mademoiselle Privé three years ago with the Coromandel screens, and this year we have bigger stories to tell; the amount of work and craftsmanship is so amazing that we should show a little bit better than the year before.”

Beau is referring to the design of the Chanel booth at Baselworld. All in black and white, in the inside stage is hung a series of showcases featuring different Mademoiselle Privé watches under bright spotlights. for a newbie to Chanel timepieces, this line represents a top-tier collection that reflects various facets of Gabrielle “Coco” Chanel - from her favourite flower the camelia (said to have been given to her by her first lover), to her most loved interior pieces found in her apartment, the beautifully ornamented Chinese Coromandel screen panels.

The Mademoiselle Privé Coromandel series, as a matter of fact, consists of perhaps the most extraordinary “ordinary” watches. There are no logos, no brand inscription whatsoever and no numerals on the dial. However, each exemplifies a superior artisanal work, one that would attract only discerning eyes and minds. This year’s expanded series of Coromandel watches especially might be quite a lot to take in within a short glance.

“We work by themes,” says Beau. “In the first year, 2012, we chose birds; the second year, flowers; the third year, we had the boat. This year, we decided to work on a new métier, including the Glyptic and the sculpted gold. In fact, it was less a theme and more of choosing the best design adapted to this métier, so we chose the bird theme again for the Glyptic, because the bird has a certain ... threedimensional quality,” Beau beamed with genuine enthusiasm. The painstaking craftsmanship has definitely paid off; the watch dials are exceptionally fit for a display in galleries ... although there is an unmistakable oriental element to the whole work. All these come from oriental or Chinese Coromandel screen panels, but the goal is not to make an oriental collection. It’s to show the environment of Gabrielle Chanel.”

All this goes to show that the watches are very much in tune with the DNA of the brand and a reflection of the founder’s personality and spirit.

Coco Chanel was indeed a pioneer, not only in design but also in the rise of women to modernity.

She was the first designer to popularise trousers for ladies and she, therefore, revolutionised womenswear.

“It so happens that Coco was very much influenced by the orient 100 years ago, and also by Russia and Venice,” concludes Beau, expressing his personal admiration of the lady and her inspirational legacy. “She was very much an international woman, drawing inspiration from anywhere. She was very modern for her time.”

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obin Resurgent Emerging from his self-imposed publicity moratorium, ROBIN THICKE reconnects with JOE YOGERST to talk about his new album, his extended musical family and the debt Canadian ice hockey fans owe him

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IVEN EVERYTHING THAT’S happened to Robin Thicke in the interim, it seems like decades rather than just two years since the last time we spoke. He was on his way to the Grammy Awards show in New York, a little ditty called “Blurred Lines” was a global smash hit, and Thicke was on just about every magazine, tabloid and talk show in the universe.

Thicke is the first to admit that an awful lot has gone down since then, a very public split with long-time wife Paula Patton and a nasty copyright battle with the family of the late, great Marvin Gaye. But all of that is way behind him now. And as I catch up with him this time – in a Greenwich Village hotel, waiting to shoot the video for his forthcoming single – Thicke seems relaxed, at peace with the world, and ready to scramble back up the music ladder again.

His current state of mind is strongly reminiscent of life before “Blurred Lines”, when Thicke was one of the music industry’s most sought-after songwriters as well as a solo artist of no small repute in R&B and soul. Despite an almost endless stream of gold and platinum songs for the likes of Christina Aguilera, Usher, Pink, Jennifer Hudson and others – and his own string of hit albums – Thicke basically flew beneath the radar of broader public recognition.

And he seems pleased to be there again, out of the eyes (and camera lenses) of the paparazzi who hounded him for so long, no longer steady fodder for the tabloids, ready to make his kind of music once more. He’s putting the finishing touches on his eighth album and getting ready to release the first single (“Back Together”) at the end of June. In another sign that Thicke is reaching into his past to jump-start the future, he’s also collaborating with other artists again, most recently with hip hop superstar Flo Rida.

Thicke was born into show biz, his mother Gloria Loring an actress and singer, his father Alan Thicke the family patriarch on Growing Pains, a long-running American television sitcom.

He showed musical talent from a young age and by high school was writing songs for professional artists and laying down his own tracks. A Beautiful World, his 2003 debut album, didn’t gain much traction. But three years later, a follow-up called The Evolution of Robin Thicke shot to number five on the Billboard 200 and number one on the R&B/hip-hop chart.

Other mega-hit songs and albums followed, culminating in the “Blurred Lines” collaboration with Pharrell and T.I. that became one of history’s largest selling singles (14.8 million copies) and the most listened-to radio song of all time.

Coming out of his self-imposed exile from the mass media,

Thicke opened up about various aspects of his life and career during his first major press interview in more than a year. what’S Been happening in your life Since we Spoke laSt time?

A whole bunch. i’m more intereSted in the Stuff that’S not on tmz.

Most of that stuff is never true anyway. I just took some time off, you know. Last year – after touring for years and being on the road so much – I just decided that it was best to spend time with my son, take time to be with my family and just take it slow for a while, which I hadn’t done pretty much my whole career. And then after a few months of that, I started writing some new songs and working with some great producers and at this point we’re pretty much done with the new album.

So when are we going to See it out in the real world?

I think at the end of the month [June] we’re going to release the first single – “Back Together”. any planS for touring later in the year?

There’ll be so much promotion from now till the end of year, so most of it’ll be spot dates. We’ll also do some radio shows and stuff like that and then plan a tour for next year. how doeS alBum numBer eight differ from numBer Seven in termS of Both the lyricS and the muSic? The new album is call Morning Sun. It’s about fresh starts, new beginnings, and the heralding in of a new day. It’s about the last year of my life, the time I’ve spent with my friends and family and especially my son. The album is the first time that I’ve worked with people like [Swedish music producer] Max Martin and [LA hip hop producer] DJ Mustard. I was lucky enough to work with Pharrell again and Timbaland and this new guy, Ricky Reed, who’s a superstar. I ended up doing four songs with Ricky on the album and was very excited to be working with him. you alSo have a new collaBoration with flo rida – “i i love it” – which iS Shooting up the chartS. Yeah, it’s just taken off right and we’re actually shooting a video for it tomorrow. We did a concert yesterday in upstate New York for a radio station and Flo Rida was performing at the same radio show, so it was convenient [to shoot the video now] because we’re both here in New York at the same time. don’t like it.

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a Songwriter?

No, I don’t think it’s changed anything. I’ve always thought of my music as autobiographical and this album is no different. i know your father waS an actor, But he waS alSo a muSician?

Yeah, he was songwriter and a singer, and my mom was a songwriter and singer also.

showed up and that was everything to me. I was like: I wanna be like those guys.

Billy idol? So how come you didn’t go down the punk road?

I’ve always liked gospel singers and soul singers.

I’ve always liked soulful music. Even my favourite rock songs were by the Rolling Stones or Jimi Hendrix or the Beatles – you know, soulful rock. did you really teach yourSelf to play the 12? [laughs] Well, yes. I had lessons when I was 11.

I had like two lessons and didn’t care for it and wanted to learn how to play these songs that were on the radio that I really liked. I think the first song I ever taught myself to play was Richard Marx’s “I’ll Be Right Here Waiting For You.” I had a crush on a girl and that became our song and I wanted to be able to play it for her. [laughs]

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So that’S where you picked it up?

Well actually, on my mom’s side there are six generations back of family musicians. We had this kind of Sound of Music travelling family band with concert pianists and violinists and church singers and jazz saxophonists. iS that all in america or doeS it europe too?

From what I know it’s all in America.

My mom did the family tree and she gave me this great picture – or I should say frame with about 10 different pictures – of my older relatives all holding different instruments and stuff like that. go Back to

did you ever collaBorate with your mom and dad in muSic? Oh yeah. My first couple songs that I wrote, my dad heard them and helped me out and then he wrote a couple with me. And I’ve performed with my mom a handful of times.

So are you like paul mccartney – you don’t read muSic?

No, I don’t read music. that’S amazing for Both of you to Be aBle to write So much – and So well – By ear.

That’s the beauty. Anyone can pick up a paintbrush and dip it in paint. There’s no law against it. did your parentS try to Steer you away from ShowBiz when you were a kid?

Singing and Songwriting?

Not really. I started making a living when I was 16, so they were sceptical because they know how hard the business is and how many people promise you the world and then don’t deliver and then you’re broken hearted. So they were obviously nervous for me. But once they saw – by the time I was 19, 20 – that I already had a long list of accomplishments, they started gaining confidence in it.

Probably when I was six years old.

I was a big Billy Idol fan. I was five when MTV started and so all of a sudden there was television and songs and video. John Cougar Mellencamp and Billy Idol and then Michael Jackson and Prince

how did your firSt demo tape come aBout?

I was in a group with a couple friends of mine and one of the members knew a producer and for $1,000 we would be able to go in and sing three songs. I asked my dad for the $1,000, and I was like 14, and he said, “No, no, no! We’re not

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starting that. Way too soon!” One of the other guys in my singing group, his uncle is Al Jarreau. So Al Jarreau ended up footing the $1,000 bill to get my demo made. And that demo was heard by Brian McKnight, who got me in the studio and got me a record deal and taught me so much.

Being in the studio with a singersongwriter producer of that talent, I learned so much at the age of 14, 15.

Watching his process and learning about engineering and production.

It was like a crash course at the age of 15, which was amazing. who were the other influenceS? My other musical influences all seem to come from gospel music like Commissioned or John P Kee or The Clark Sisters because I love the way they sing. Take 6 was an early influence for me. And so I was listening to a lot of Al Green and Stevie Wonder. Then a couple of years later I got into the Beatles and that blew my mind. I already knew songs like “I Wanna Hold Your Hand” and “She Was Just Seventeen”, but then I got into the Sgt Pepper’s and the White Album and those two just blew my mind. My first album I was basically trying to make my own version of Sgt Pepper’s. you moved out of the houSe at 17, when you were Still in high School. that’S a huge Step in life.

I was making a good living and had a record deal and school was just getting in the way of me being able to be in the studio and make all my new found commitments as a recording artist. it doeS Seem like you had SucceSS after SucceSS in thoSe dayS.

I was lucky that by the time I was 20 the albums that I worked on were

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The word got out about this “soulful white kid” [laughs] that sings and writes his own songs. So I started taking meetings with people like Ron Fair, a very talented A&R (artists and repertoire) executive and music producer. He hooked me up with Christina. We were blown away by her voice very early on and it was just a lucky project to get on. where did the confidence come from to go out and perform on you own?

The album I recorded when I was a teenager, it just wasn’t very good.

Jimmy Iovine – who has guided my whole career and been my mentor in just about every way – he thought the album wasn’t that great and we should just wait and go back to the drawing board. So I took a few years off and continued writing and producing for other people.

When I was about 22, I thought it was time for me to focus on just my music. When I started recording I met Andre Harrell, who was CEO of Uptown Records and then Motown Records when Berry Gordy stepped down. He’s been a mentor to me, to Mary J Blige, Puff Daddy – a lot of us. Andre really changed my scope of music. He was a huge influence on me as a recording artist

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Pharrell came in after the first album was released.

Jimmy Iovine is always into associations to help new artists get a break – like putting Eminem with Dr Dre or 50 Cent with Eminem or myself with Pharrell. He knows it’s smart sometimes when an accomplished artist puts their arm around you and introduces you to the market, even if it’s a reintroduction. That association was very helpful to me, for Pharrell to say, “Wait, this guy has got some talent, you should check him out.” haS he Become a faShion influence on you too? [laughs] No, not as much. We have two different styles. There’s nobody like Pharrell. He’s really into colourful and spans all different cultures. I’m a little more meat-and-potatoes kind of guy. the paSt year you’ve Been off the map. where have you Been, geographically Speaking?

Honestly, I just stayed at home in LA and spent every day that I could with my son, splitting custody. I was just there for him. He’d just changed from three to four and that’s a difficult age. They start understanding more. We just had the most amazing connection as father/son this year and it’s all been worth it. Sometimes things happen for the best. If that last album [Paula] had been a big success, it would have taken me away from him for another year. And the year I got to spend with him was magical. what do you like to do together?

We do everything. We go to theme parks or museums or ball games or just go to the park on Saturday and sit around and walk for a few hours.

Kick a ball and all that stuff that dads and kids do.

See any muSical talent in him?

Oh god, the guy can sing already. The other day he was singing What A Wonderful World in his end-of-school-year play. He just loves to sing and stand in front of everybody and hold the microphone and sing loud. He has a great voice.

summer. My grandpa had a boat and he would take us out boating.

Some of my most vivid memories with my family are those boat trips. what part of you feelS the moSt canadian?

Because I wasn’t born in Canada, what feels Canadian is my family.

I feel a connection to my aunts, uncles, and grandfather. They are all so pro Canada. And my dad is so funny. Any time a Canadian accomplishes anything or just pops up on the TV, he’s like “Steve Nash MVP – a Canadian!” did you grow up an ice hockey fan?

I did ... in connection with my father.

He was friends with [Canadian hockey legend] Wayne Gretzky.

Wayne stayed at our house for the summer before he moved to the LA Kings. In fact, my one great sports story was that I answered the phone when Wayne Gretzky was traded [from Edmonton to Los Angeles].

He was staying at our house, my dad was out of town, the phone rang and I answered it. It was Bruce McNall, owner of the Kings. He said, “I need to speak with Wayne.” And I said, “He’s sleeping; can you call back later.” And he said, “It’s very important. You need you wake him up.” So I knock on the door and say [whispers] “Wayne, phone for you.” I go to camp and come back and Wayne is on TV, on a podium in Edmonton having been traded.

So that’s my one good sports connection. canadian hockey fanS muSt love

how much time aS a kid did you Spend in canada?

We were there at least twice a year as I grew up. We would go there in the winter to visit my father’s family and we would go there in the

you for that.

Yeah, it was all because of me. [laughs] If I had just hung that phone up, Wayne Gretzky would have never left Canada ...

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HAT VICKY SUPIT always dresses perfectly for the city’s grandest social events is no secret. The statuesque beauty defines elegance in her recognisable pantsuit ensembles, a look that has also become one of the signature styles at Visuu, a clothing line she started in 2012. But Vicky’s ultimate charm comes from the distinctive passion she has for running her businesses, which also including a florist, Victoria Floral Design, and a newly opened coffee shop, Cortado Coffee Bar, located below Visuu Gallery at Kyai Maja in Kebayoran Baru.

Prestige caught up with Vicky at the three-storey building that houses all of her three businesses.

“I can’t believe it’s been 11 years since I first appeared in Prestige,” she smiles. “Time really flies.”

Vicky was this magazine’s very

first cover girl in July 2004, followed by her second cover appearance in November 2009. She is as gorgeous as ever, and her various business ventures have kept reaching new heights.

“In January 2014, I took over this building, and since then I had been building a one-stop shopping spot that I always aimed for,” she says, casually dressed in a short dress and nude ballerina flats. “On the first floor, you can go to Cortado to get a good caffeine fix and some freshly-made food. One of the corners will be dedicated to Victoria Floral Design. Fresh flowers always work like magic to brighten up one’s day. The second floor is dedicated to Visuu Gallery, my concept boutique, while the top floor is for the workshop where my team works to bring the Visuu designs to life.”

Beaming with pride, Vicky declares that she loves the space because it “feels like home”. “You know that heavenly feeling when you get home after a long day at work? I’m trying to emulate that feeling right here at my workplace. I want it to be as comfortable as possible, a place that’s inspiring so I can keep creating.”

For Vicky, staying inspired also means having easy access to good coffee. “Coffee is my faithful working companion. And then I thought, since I constantly needed it and I believed others felt the same about coffee, why not open a coffee shop?” That marked the start of Cortado Coffee Bar, an Art Deco-style shop that reminds one of The Great Gatsby and the Jazz Age with its swanky bar and gold, white and black textures.

The art deco-inspired paintings on the wall and old jazz songs from the speakers add character to the space. “Art Deco style has always fascinated me,” says Vicky. “It has so many interesting details and it’s artsy without being over the top. Cortado is the Spanish word for cappuccino. In Spain, cortado is a coffee shop staple, it is a more concentrated version of your typical cappuccino, served in a shot glass.” The cortado served here is a premium Arabica blend,

made specifically for that type of coffee. Besides coffee, Cortado serves Spanish tapas, international dishes and Indonesian delicacies. A barista comes in with our cortado cups – frothy, strong in smell and flavour and with strong coffee after taste, even though no sugar is added. “Told you the coffee is good here,” Vicky says with a wink.

Cortado is not Vicky’s first foray into the F&B industry. She opened Sweet Parlour in Senopati in 2008.

Then came Nomu Nomu, a fusion restaurant she founded with four friends in the space that is now occupied by Cortado. “Cortado is my first solo effort in F&B,” notes Vicky. “I decided that I wanted to fully express my taste and aesthetic. I am really happy with the look and feel. It really defines my idea of the ideal place to wind down and escape the traffic for a while.” For those in need of quick caffeine fix, Cortado dedicates a retro-inspired window to a drivethrough service. “Another reason why I decided to serve coffee to go was that I didn’t want people to be intimidated by the space. It’s a nice place and I hope people would enjoy it as much as I do, but it’s all the more important for as many people as possible to taste the good coffee we serve.”

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Amid the recent coffee craze and the opening of countless cafes around town, what makes Cortado stand out? “The fact that we serve authentic cortado makes us unique,” Vicky replies. “That adds to the other ways of serving coffee we’re already familiar with.”

Instagram account,” says Vicky, who admires the work of Lanvin, Victoria Beckham, Dries van Noten and Biyan. “I get a lot of orders on Instagram. It clearly shows that there is a high demand for Visuu collections outside Jakarta, and it’s a good time to go into e-retail.” As a businesswoman who declares that she “never does anything half-heartedly”, Vicky shows

“Charity has been a part of every Visuu fashion show since its initiation.”

Her dedication to Cortado shows in the attention she puts into everything in the café. “I am a very detail-oriented person,” she goes on. “I even designed the takeaway coffee cups myself. I want to make sure every coffee lover who comes here has a good time.” The coffee shop serves a range of dishes, from Italian favourite vongole to Indonesian street food like mi kocok. “Cortado was born out of the experience I gained from my previous two cafés,” says Vicky.

“This time around, I am really determined to do it right.”

The same determination is what makes Visuu a go-to clothing line among socialites and celebrities alike. Two and a half years after opening, Visuu is expanding its brick-and-mortar presence into the virtual realm with an online store called Visuu Gallery. “Going online was a natural progression for Visuu, seeing the success of our

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her true dedication to the new online store by designing a web-exclusive collection. “The way I see it, a successful online store needs to be affordable. That’s why I decided to produce a web-exclusive collection to reach out to a wider audience.”

Besides, Vicky is busy preparing her upcoming couture collection, due to be launched in early September. “The collection is African-inspired, with lots of tribal influence in it,” Vicky says while showing us the sketches and mood boards for the collection. “So many details are involved when designing a couture collection – the meticulous choice of materials, the detailing, the cuts – everything has to be precise.” Vicky then went on to talk about the handmade beading on a lush black embroidered material. “I’m glad to have a solid design team behind me. We create ready-to-wear, couture, Ramadan wear and now web-exclusive collections. Visuu is about appreciating the feminine shapes of women.”

The skinny pants, shape-conscious dresses and structured jackets that have become the label’s signatures reflect the way Vicky dresses.

Vicky realises the importance of being relevant to the market. “I can’t just design based on my personal likings,” she says. “In that sense, I am more in charge of the business side of the brand. I need to make sure that whatever we

produce is sellable. For example, I like demure colours, but I can’t use the same colours for every collection. I need to spice things up.

I have a design concept, and I have a team that helps realise my vision.

That way, I have enough time to understand the market better and curate better collections to suit my customers. Running a clothing label is a lot about being strategic as much as being creative.” Vicky studied in London and Los Angeles, and gained her Bachelor’s degree from Kenyon College, Pasadena.

From a young age, she wanted a career in marketing and fashion.

Grateful for the constant stream of blessing upon her businesses, Vicky makes it a point to give back to those in need. “Charity has been a part of every Visuu fashion show since its initiation.

I would either donate twenty per cent of the proceeds from my show or hold a charity auction as a part of the event. I personally pick a foundation to donate to, a reliable organisation with a cause that’s close to my heart. Last year, the charity of choice benefited children with cancer. Previously, it was street children and needy children in remote areas of Papua.”

It is in Vicky’s wish list to build a foundation of her own in the future.

“I would like to get hands-on and really make sure that the donations go to the right hands. Although I still have my hands full at the moment, it’s a lifelong goal that I will always aim for.”

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Touch Me In celebration of Veruschka Nadja’s birthday, Agua De Alma and The Hermitage collaborated to present the Agua De Alma Toca Me White Party. The exclusive invitationonly event, which was held on Saturday, May 9 at The Hermitage Hotel Jakarta rooftop pool and observatory, showcased Agua De Alma’s Toca Me (Spanish for touch me) special collection of white swimsuits. The guests, also dressed in white, enjoyed champagne and hors d’oeuvres while jamming to music by DJ Dave. The event was supported by 21mm, The BIG Organizer, Tequila Patron, Beluga, Fantinel, Wolf Blass, and La Vue.

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ENA NUGROHO

MARIO KHOE AND YEANNE LIM

MICHELLE WORTH

KEVIN TAN AND KANIA DEWI

JACO SURYANATA AND CLARISSA SUMASTO NIA HARUN AND CAROLINE LITAMA

CLAIRE LOUABELLE, CONRAD PUTT AND JOHN KINGHORN

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SOCIETY BIRTHDAY

Burlesque Birthday Caroline Zachrie threw a burlesque-themed birthday party on Friday, April 17 in KOI Restaurant, Kemang. Her best friends, including Andrea Risjad, Winda Siregar, Nara and Orange Sulisto, Dian Purba, Roland Adam, Audrey Purwana, Aida Nurmala, Anton Wirjono, Amalia Wirjono, Claudia Hidayat, and Daisy Dare, were among those who attended to wish her a happy birthday. Caroline, who performed duets with Andi Rif to entertain the guests, wishes for “a happy and healthy family life and to always be surrounded by good, caring people.”

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DIAN PURBA RATOMO AND RANI DJODY

DENNISA SUWANDHI AND IRVAN SALAHUDIN

KIAN GUNTUR AND ALFONSO GARCIA

LINA JOLLY AND ROB JOLLY

RARA SARASWATI, NINI GARCIA, OKIE IRAWATI, AMALIA WIRJONO AND WINDA SIREGAR AUDREY PURWANA

KIKI UTARA AND MANDY BUDIMAN

AMANDA BIELBY ORANGE SULISTO AND NARA SULISTO

OOSYE DJOJORAHARDJO

CAROLINE ZACHRIE BARDOUIL AND PASCAL BARDOUIL

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NADYA SETIAWAN AND MARGARETA BOLUNG

SAMI BONNIER, NASHIDA ISLAM BONNIER, ROBERT JH BONNIER AND ZAKI BONNIER

SOCIETY EVENT

The Next Chapter After seven wonderful years in Indonesia, Nashida Islam-Bonnier and her family, who will be moving to Dubai, bade farewell to their friends on Saturday, May 23 in Amuz Gourmet Restaurant. The evening began with a moving speech by Nashida’s husband Robert Bonnier.

Chef Gilles Marc prepared a buffet dinner of Viande des Grisons with rock melon, Foie Gras with butternut risotto and sage scented olive oil, slow roasted Tokuzen Wagyu beef, and barramundi baked in sea-salt crust. “I’m honoured to have our dear friends with us to celebrate our years in Jakarta,” says Nashida, who also shared her “Nashtini” watermelon martini recipe with her friends during the party.

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ADRIAN KUSNADI AND NADIA WALLA

WISNU WARDHANA AND WIDI WARDHANA IRVAN SALAHUDDIN AND DENISA SALAHUDDIN

PATRICIA PRASAYA, NANCY LATIEF AND MEDINA LATIEF

AMIRSYAH RISJAD, JIMMY MASRIN AND RONALD LIEM

JACQUELINE TJAHJADI AND KRIS LATIP

ARI ARIWIBOWO AND NOVI ARIWIBOWO

VICKY SUPIT

SUTIKNO SOEDARJO AND LANA JONG

GLADYS SUWANDHI AND PETER COLMAN

DIPO LATIEF AND RICHARD HARJANI

MAGGIE HALIM AND ADRIANA SRI LESTARI

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STORE OPENING

Exceptional legacy Thierry Stern, President of Patek Philippe, flew to Jakarta for the official opening of his company’s new store at Plaza Indonesia. Jeremy Lim, CEO of Cortina Watch, and Mia Egron, Director of Plaza Indonesia Realty, joined Stern in welcoming the guests. Patek Philippe is Geneva’s oldest independent family-owned watch manufacturer, having been founded in 1839. Stern told the guests that the company’s independence enables it to go its own way and control its own destiny, while pursuing a long-term vision. Patek Philippe develops and manufactures its movements in-house and produces only watches that reflect its quest for the exceptional.

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THIERRY STERN ANDRY HARYANTO, MICHELLE DJUNAIDI AND JOEY ANG

TAY UN SOO AND JHUN JHUN

EDUARDO TARTALO AND IRWAN DANNY MUSSRY

JEWELLERY SHOWCASE

Essence of femininity MICHELLE PANG AND ELFRIDA WONG

ALICIA GIDLAY NADIA SUKIRNO AND ASTI SUKIRNO

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ANGELA PRISA

About 150 connoisseurs of fine jewellery attended a glamorous cocktail party at Altitude The Plaza on Wednesday, May 20 to celebrate the launch of Possession, Piaget’s new jewellery collection. Including rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets, Possession is characterised by a bold, rarefied style made up of interlacing curves. A concept as much as a unique piece, these fine jewels with their overtones of aesthetic freedom sparkle with charm and vivacity.

Indivisibly linked, the two rings in all the Possession pieces form a circle that symbolises the essence of femininity.

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Talk of the town Yohana Irawan of Stark Retail led a mini talk show for more than 70 VIP clients of Braun Buffel, the German designer and maker of premium leather handbags and accessories, in Grand Indonesia on Thursday, May 28. BNI supported the event, along with Euro Skin Lab, Clinique and Fashion TV. Fashion designer Albert Yanuar showed off his spring/ summer 2015 collection in a special trunk show. Clinique gave make-up tutorials, there were some nail art sessions, and the guests had the opportunity to sample healthy canapĂŠs and beverages from the kitchen of TRF.

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CHRISTINE GUNADI

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ELFRIDA WANG AND MICHELLE PANG

NETTY ANTONIUS AND SUZAN HEIN

MIAMI HEAT AT ON PEDDER SPRING/SUMMER 2015

ON PEDDER EVENT

Gifts for mom

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ERIKA SILVIANA AND BRENDA SETIJO

Plaza Indonesia celebrated Mother’s Day with a series of exciting events. For example, with Prestige as Official Media Partner, On Pedder launched its spring/summer 2015 collection with an in-store event on Thursday, May 21. VIP customers were able to check out all the new styles from Gianvito Rossi, Rene Caovilla, Aquazurra and more, as well as the season’s biggest fashion trend at On Pedder: “Miami Heat”.

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

Live from Broadway Rina Ciputra Sastrawinata, President Director of Ciputra Artpreneur, welcomed VIP guests to a reception on the first night of Disney’s Beauty and The Beast: The Original Broadway Musical Spectacular, which ran from May 26 to June 7. “Being one of the show’s international tour’s destinations is an important moment for Indonesia, because the world will know that Indonesia has a theatre with an international scale that can compete with other foreign theatres,” said Rina. “This will obviously change international perspectives towards the Indonesian theatrical industry.” The international tour marks Beauty and The Beast’s 20th anniversary since its first show on Broadway in 1994.

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CHRISTA INDAH S, SHAHNAZ ANINDYA AND HERTIKA SETYA PUTRI DAN HIDE

LAWFENCE TJANDRA AND OLGA LIDIA

DESY LIMASNAX AND ARNOLD LIMASNAX

HILARY MAIBERGER AND DARICK PEAD

JIMMY MASRIN

HANS LEO

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CINDY ANGELINA DEWI IVO

EMI ATMADIREDJA, ELAINE MARIENE AND DIANA PRADANA

EVELYN SANITA AND CATHERINE HALIM

CHARITY EVENT

School’s in Pansophia Foundation welcomed about 150 guests to the Pansophia Foundation & Friends Charity Fashion Show and High Tea at Toto Kitchen and Homethecary at Pacific Place on Wednesday, May 27. The event was held to raise funds to build the foundation’s new preschool and learning centre in Tambora, West Jakarta.

AVA Prologue, Aidan and Ice, Pubumesu and Shoppe 33 put on shows, and there were lucky draws for prizes including a Nescafe Dolce Gusto machine and a onenight stay at W Retreat and Spa Bali Seminyak.

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ANGELA SUSINTO, JUNITA MOGI, BELINDA TJAJADI AND NEZI WINDY

FRANCISCA NATALIA AND PAOLA TAMBUNAN

DIANA SUTRISNO AND ESAYURI DARSONO

DANICA HARRIS

PAULA HARRIS AND WENNY GUNAWAN

CHEN CHEN, ALING AND WANTI SETIOJOJO

YENITA JAYANATA, MELIA JAYANATA AND FEBRINA GONTA

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Peranakan Heritage

AZZA DINA

BENK JAYANATA, MINA JAYANATA AND KWIK KIAN GIE

Jayanata, a leading beauty clinic and cosmetic centre in Surabaya founded in1984, organised a charity exhibition of Peranakan antiques and heritage Batik themed “Peranakan Fashion, Beauty & Art” to raise funds for the pastoral support and education of the ethnic community in Agats, Papua. Held on May 22 at the Jayanata Beauty Plaza Snow White Ballroom, the event featured a Kebaya fashion show

by Jojo Gouw and Reza Tan, Jakarta-based designers highly respected in the Indonesian Peranakan community, and performances by Ervinna Theodora Monica.

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Bistro chic When Loewy opened in Mega Kuningan seven years ago, the idea was to fill the need in Jakarta for a casual bistro - an everyday place with an interesting but accessible menu, a well-designed but informal décor and an energetic bar. The inspiration came from traditional Parisian bistros by way of New York City. The restaurant has been a resounding success since it opened its doors, and it celebrated its seventh anniversary on Friday, June 5 with “Loewy Privé”, a party attended by more than 500 guests all dressed up in haute chic. Celebrity DJ twins “Les Jumeaux” flew in from Paris to give a special performance.

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ADRIEN MASELLI AND ANTHONY MASELLI

INDAH SAUGI AND SHAWN MULJADI

DIANA SZE

MILLANE FERNANDEZ

DIPO LATIEF AND JENNIFER KARJADI

JESICA KIONG AND ANDREW TAN AMY MUTIARA AND JENNY S KESUMA

LAURA BASUKI AND VERA DHARMADI

TWG TEA SALON & BOUTIQUE

Time for tea

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MENDY PO

TRIXIE AND EVIE KARSOHO

RANI SUTARI

About 170 lovers of luxury tea flocked to TWG Tea Salon & Boutique at Pacific Place on Tuesday, May 19. They were treated to a presentation by tea connoisseur Tiko Sukarso of the company’s new collection of teabags especially crafted for the preparation of iced teas. A summer garden tea party theme was created for the occasion, featuring flower arrangements by Natasha Roesli of Atelier Fleuri. TWG Tea’s collection - the largest in the world - numbers well over 800 different single-estate, fine harvests and exclusive tea blends from all of the tea-producing countries.

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Napa Valley goodness Cork & Screw celebrated its eighth anniversary in May with a series of special events at Plaza Indonesia and Pacific Place. A wine dinner at Plaza Indonesia on Wednesday, May 27 featured the culinary skills of Chef Chris Moes and the Napa Valley wines of Pahlmeyer. The winery’s first release, the 1986 Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red, was awarded 94 points by Robert Parker.

The guests tucked into seared Wagyu flank steak with champignon duxelles, pommes dauphine, Brussels sprouts and bone marrow jus.

The dishes were paired with 2008 Pahlmeyer Chardonnay, 2008 Pahlmeyer Pinot Noir, 2008 and 2012 Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red and 2012 Pahlmeyer Merlot.

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STEVEN GAN AND TYAS MAHARDIKA

FRIDO WILSON AND SELLY WILSON WINFRED HUTABARAT AND JENNIFER KARJADI

CLARISSA SUMASTO AND JACO SURYANATA

MILKA MIRANTI AND ANDREW HIRAWADY

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Casual modern

DARWIN TOVAR

WINFRED HUTABARAT AND KAMAL BHOJWANI

JEFF COOK

Since 2007, Cork & Screw has wowed wine aficionados with a cellar featuring one of the largest wine selections in the country, while its kitchen focuses on an extensive menu comprised of casual modern European and Asian dishes. The restaurant and bar wound up its eighthanniversary celebrations with a party at Plaza Indonesia on Friday, May 29. About 350 lovers of progressive electronic dance music turned out to witness a special performance by djB aka DJ Formative, the resident DJ at Zouk in Singapore, who was flown in for the big event.

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Reimagined glory

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DIAH PERMATASARI

KATARINA FEBRIYANI

Trans Fashion Indonesia welcomed more than 60 VIP guests to its presentation of Salvatore Ferragamo’s spring/ summer 2015 collection.

The event took place at the brand’s Plaza Indonesia boutique on Wednesday, May 27. The new collection sees Creative Director Massimiliano Giornetti reimagine the Italian house’s iconic styles. After the presentation, the guests mingled with stylish hosts Ayu Heni Rosan, Donna Latief and Katarina Febryani. Bank Mega supported the highly fashionable event.

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MANDIRI

Beyond Wealth Bank Mandiri celebrated the exclusive launch of its Priority Debit Card on Wednesday, May 27 at the Ritz Carlton Pacific Place Grand Ballroom. The bank held a seminar on “Managing Family Legacy”, which featured speakers such as the President Director Blue Bird Holding Noni Purnomo, Ramba Energy CEO David Soeryadjaya and Triputra Agro CEO Arif Rachmat. There were also presentations from Zalora CEO Magnus Grimeland and Twitter Head of SEA Online Sales Tina Pang. During the Mandiri Prioritas: Beyond Wealth Night, guests were treated to a special dinner, a fashion Show by Patrick Owen and special performance by Anggun.

BEATRIX S ANUGRAH, INDRAWATI SAMPOERNA AND GEORGE YUGIA KURNIA

BRYAN TILAAR

VICKY SUPIT

HALAL BIHALAL GATHERING

Modern Ramadan Shinta Sirait hosted “Halal Bi Halal Gathering High Tea” at her new Beauty Bar Salon in Kebayoran Baru on Tuesday, June 9. The highlight of the event was a fashion show featuring the Modern Ramadan 2015 Collection by Vicky Supit’s Visuu ready-to-wear line.

The collection includes modern kaftans with pants and capes with special bird embroidery patterns.

More than 70 guests were treated to tapas and beverages from Vicky’s Cortado Coffee Bar.

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HE JOAQUIM MOREIRA DE LEMOS AND MADAME PAULA LEMOS

SOCIETY EVENT

Mexican marvels

FILIPE PEREIRA AND HE ROBERTO SEMINARIO

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HE FEDERICO SALAS

About 150 guests attended the grand opening of the Mexican Food Fiesta in the Lobby Lounge of Gran Melia Jakarta on Wednesday, May 20. Working with the Mexican Embassy, the hotel brought top Mexican Chef Julio Ortega to present his country’s culinary tradition at Café Gran Via. Mexican Ambassador H.E. Federico Salas and Johannes Suriadjaja led a toast, for which they were joined by Chef Ortega, Executive Chef Gerald Prinz and General Manager Gran Gilberto Mayen. Victorhugo Hidalgo performed for the guests.

MICHAEL BOLTON

MICHAEL BOLTON

Romantic Nostalgia

BUDI SETIAWAN

Michael Bolton wowed his fans in Jakarta at “An Evening with Grammy Winner Michael Bolton” concert on Tuesday, June 2. Held at The Kasablanka, the legendary crooner opened his concert with the song “To Love Somebody”, showcasing his ever-powerful yet soulful voice. Bolton also sang duets with Anggun and “The Voice” contestant Amanda Brown from New York. The 62 yearold Grammy winner closed the concert with upbeat songs such as ‘Steel Bars’ and ‘Lean On Me’, after which he received a standing ovation from the audience.

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z Mercedes-Benz has upgraded all model series of the E-Class more comprehensively than ever before. The new-generation cars combine a sculpted physique with advanced engine technology z

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MERCEDES-BENZ LIKES to say that its much-admired E-Class series acts like a role model and looks like a supermodel. The range is instantly recognisable, featuring bold sports sedans that proudly wear the Mercedes star in their grille and luxury sedans that are both elegant and exuberant. Every E is defined by its sculpted physique, while advanced engine technology helps turn less fuel into more torque. There is a choice of petrol V-6, biturbo V-6 and handcrafted biturbo V-8 engines, or a twin-turbo 4-cylinder BlueTEC clean diesel.

The new E-Class range is designed to make many things easier for customers. Apart from the decision about which model best suits their requirements, the latest series aims to set a new standard among the luxury saloon and estate, coupe and cabriolet models.

The new cars boast a sharpened, sportier design, enhanced comfort and driving pleasure, as well as efficient engines. Indeed, Mercedes-

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Benz has upgraded all of the model series of the E-Class new generation more comprehensively than ever before, to make the latest technical innovations available in practice.

The new generation of E-Class features a fresh front-end design as well as new proportions through intelligent changes. When it came to the modifications, the designers followed the new Mercedes design idiom and reinterpreted the classical design values of the brand using the existing basis. The result is a superior and refined, sporty appearance.

The athletic exterior design of the E-Class Coupé impresses with its outstanding features. Its classic coupé proportions feature a long bonnet, sleek sideline, flat roofline and powerful rear.

Among the prominent details are the V-shape front end, a redesigned twin headlamp face with LED headlamps, large air intakes and ribs in the bumper, and one-piece LED tail lamp clusters that partly use fibre optics. The reinterpreted twin-headlamp look with single-piece headlamps creates a sporty impression with the latest LED technology and attractive design lines.

The M274 is a 4-cylinder petrol engine with direct injection and turbocharging. This in-line engine is related to the M270 engine series, which is installed transversely in vehicles

with front-wheel drive. The new engine family replaces the units of the M271 EVO engine series.

Technology modules ensure that fuel consumption and emissions are reduced, while further improving noise, vibration and harshness characteristics compared with the preceding engine. The cooling circuit was supplemented with a thermal management system. An electronically controlled thermostat ensures map-controlled warm-up characteristics.

Drivers opting for the AMG Sports Package obtain perfectly coordinated appointments for the

MERCEDES-BENZ E 200 Total displacement (cc): 1991cc Rated output (kW [hp] at rpm: 135 kW (184 hp)/5500 rpm Fuel consumption: 6.1 - 5.8 l/100km Max speed: 233 km/h Acceleration: 0-100km/h in 7.9 seconds Weight: 1,415kg

exterior and interior, enhancing the car’s sportiness and exclusivity.

A dynamic appearance from any angle is ensured by expressive AMG body styling and striking AMG 5-twin-spoke light-alloy wheels.

The LED Intelligent Light System features full LED technology, country road and motorway modes, as well as active light and cornering light functions. Adaptive Highbeam Assist Plus enables constant high beam and is dimmed only as far as necessary not to dazzle other road users. Active parking assist guides the vehicle into, and out from, parallel and transversal parking spaces, featuring a braking intervention capacity for the first time.

An emotionally appealing design makes the new E-Class Estate even more attractive and desirable.

A relaxed driving experience is ensured by innovative safety and assistance systems, outstanding comfort and a powerful drive system. Exciting lines and the interplay of convex and concave surfaces characterise the car’s design.

Particular attention has been given to the headlamps, which are now in a revised onepiece design and feature LED headlamps as standard, and to the front bumper, which has an expressive wing design. In addition, there is a sporty radiator grille with two louvres and central star, while the rear-end design emphasises the car’s width with horizontally divided tail lamp clusters and a wide rear

bumper with a black insert. A twopipe exhaust system with angular polished stainless-steel tailpipe trims is integrated into the bumper.

Other features include front brake calipers with “MercedesBenz” lettering and perforated front brake discs, Direct Control sports suspension, a panoramic sliding sunroof, and avant garde lines in conjunction with the AMG sport package. The M276 E30DEH LA is a turbocharged V6 petrol engine with a cylinder angle of 60 degrees. The 3.0-litre engine is available in one output category and is a variant of the naturally aspirated M276 with power of 333 hp and torque of 480 Nm. The E-Class Cabriolet model series’ facelift emphasises the sporty and luxurious character of this vehicle class in both the exterior and interior. The car offers spaciousness and first-class comfort for four occupants. Aircap and Airscarf neck-level heating allow open-top driving in any outside temperature, while sporty handling is maintained.

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Believing that privacy is perhaps the greatest luxury of all, Jirí Smejc and his wife Radka, and architect Petr Kolar, have created Velaa Private Island in the Maldives for the world’s most discerning travellers

WHEN IT OPENED in December 2013, Velaa Private Island was the subject of rave reviews. Calling it “A Marvel in the Maldives”, Forbes Life described the resort as “the latest ultraluxurious property to debut in the world’s most exotic archipelago.

Velaa, which is the size of about 25 soccer fields, was built from scratch for US$200 million and is designed to attract the world’s most discerning travellers. But of all the luxuries that Velaa has to offer, [owner Jirí] Smejc understands that privacy is perhaps the greatest - which is why the resort is designed for a maximum of 142 guests at one time.”

Britain’s Daily Mail newspaper gushed: “A private island in the Maldives has opened where guests can live a life of luxury for a fortnight, complete with Michelin star food, a nine-hole golf course designed by a Ryder Cup-winning

captain, dolphin watching and even a private submarine - all for the astronomical sum of £126,000 (US$194,000) a week. Velaa Private Island, north of Male, opened this month and promises to offer its guests ‘private moments’.”

Another British daily, The Telegraph, noted that architect Petr Kolár “uses the phrase ‘polite luxury’ to describe the resort’s aesthetic; rather than gold-plated bathrooms and Swarovskistudded chandeliers, the resort’s most impressive accoutrements are designed to be near imperceptible. Paving stones that don’t absorb heat have been imported from Jordan; master European craftsmen developed the villa interiors; wood panelling was sourced in Borneo.

Those subtle touches combine to create a setting that functions fluidly and works intuitively.”

Located within the constellation of islands that form the Noonu Atoll in the Maldives, Velaa Private Island shares its name and its home with generations of sea turtles that inhabit the island.

The resort comprises 43 private villas, houses and two four-bedroom residences fusing local materials and contemporary flourishes, each

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“Rather than gold-plated bathrooms and Swarovski-studded chandeliers, the resort’s most impressive accoutrements are designed to be near imperceptible” private retreat offering a generous outdoor space and private pool. But beyond the sumptuous rooms, there is much to do on the island, such as snorkelling and diving at the coral reef, watching an evening stingray feeding from the main jetty, relaxing in Velaa’s My Blend Spa by Clarins, even riding a seabob or a mini submarine for a James Bond thrill.

A 45-minute seaplane flight north of the Maldivian capital of Malé, Velaa was created by Czech financier Smejc and his wife, Radka. Czech architect Kolar incorporated colours and patterns of a turtle shell make up subtle nuances in the buildings’ designs, while from a broader aerial view Velaa’s exclusive over-water villas resemble the head of a turtle with the island forming the body. Velaa Private Island also ensures plenty of room for its marine visitors, with a hatchery and conservation plan in place.

Eighteen of Velaa’s 45 accommodation units are built over water, along an extended jetty with uninterrupted views of the ocean. The Sunrise and Sunset Water Pool Villa have sun decks,

private pools with steps leading straight to the ocean, and living rooms designed around a viewing window set into the floor. Located on the tip of the island for utmost privacy is the Ocean Pool House, a two-bedroom overwater residence fringed with traditional thatch. The ocean is the backdrop from every aspect – from the two spacious bathrooms featuring circular baths to the elegant bedrooms.

For honeymooners, the Romantic Pool Residence offers utmost privacy and luxury.

Accessible only by boat, this one-bedroom villa boasts a personal gym and spa, treatment rooms, a private chef and butler.

Interiors are designed with natural materials and neutral colours with occasional ikat accents or animal prints, and all rooms open onto the

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“Of all the luxuries that Velaa has to offer, Smejc understands that privacy is perhaps the greatest” terraces, where the Jacuzzi, pool, sundeck and sunken bath are. The Velaa Private Residences are two-storey four-bedroom residences offering 1,350 square metres of private interior and exterior space, inclusive of two terraces, a pool, a gym and spa room and a courtyard.

Accommodating up to ten people, it is secluded on a private beach. Laid out with privacy in mind, each of the four bedrooms faces the ocean.

Indoor and outdoor bathrooms are connected by a garden atrium.

Chef Gaushan de Silva, whose focus on research and flavour combinations means every taste becomes a new sensation for the diner,

oversees the resort’s signature restaurant Aragu and Cru, as well as Tavaru and the Breakfast Experience. Velaa’s signature under-water theme restaurant and Champagne bar, Aragu and Cru, serves innovative cuisine supplemented by fresh local produce and the resort’s private herb garden, in an elegant over water setting. Tavaru houses a teppanyaki restaurant and makes up the centerpiece of the island: a visually striking ivory-white tower

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where live cooking and Velaa’s extensive wine cellar take centre stage. Guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast and an à la carte menu throughout the day at Athiri, and Avi is a befitting pool bar by day and vibrant cocktail bar by night.

Destination Dining offers guests a variety of stylish and distinctly different settings, both on and off the island with bespoke menus and entertainment to suit special occasions.

The turquoise hues the Maldives’ seas are famous for provides an unequalled backdrop for golf enthusiasts too. Velaa Golf Academy was designed by two-time Masters champion Jose Maria Olazabal. It boasts nine tees, six greens and seven bunkers. The Academy prides itself on tailoring golf lessons to the individual.

Velaa’s resident professionals are

fully PGA qualified and are highly experienced in teaching all levels of golfers. Velaa also provides a kids club, gym facilities, tennis and squash courts, a football field and beach volleyball court.

A Yoga Pavilion is available for sessions with a yoga master and personal training programmes can also be held on the raised-tree meditation platform in the garden or by the beach.

The island’s dive centre offers excursions and

certification courses. In the Noonu atoll, divers will discover various dive sites with grey reef sharks, nurse sharks, the seasonal manta ray, black spotted stingray and eagle ray. Water activities on offer include windsurfing, kayaking, sailing, wakeboarding, jet-skiing, water-skiing and kitesurfing, while the truly adventurous can take part in an exclusive semisubmarine expedition.

Guests can also sail along Velaa Private Island reef with the Weta trimaran and Topcat K1 catamaran, or explore the house reef by Sea Bob. Additionally, the excursions team is on-hand to guide guests in fishing techniques. Sunset cruises, dolphin watching and private boat excursions can all be arranged for guests on board the luxury Prestige yacht or the custom-built traditional Bahtheli boat.

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Velaa’s My Blend Spa by Clarins showcases the first ‘snow room’ in the Maldives by Klafs, which improves circulation and skin rejuvenation, and comprises six over-water treatment villas in a detached cluster off the 20-hectare island, and an experience zone with a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and oceanfront relaxation area. In addition to exclusive and personalised My Blend

by Clarins products and treatments, a cloudshaped reclining treatment pod by Klafs and Sha, which slowly sways and cradles guests into deep relaxation, is also featured in the spa.

A comprehensive range of signature treatments is available, including customised facials with sophisticated European technology and traditional Asian massages and Ayurvedic body treatments and therapies developed by Dr Olivier Courtin of Clarins Group, which expertly combine the alchemy of science, plants and the art of touch to produce visible, lasting results

and glowing skin at any age.

The spa also offers treatments specifically tailored for men and honeymooners. For the ultimate personalised experience at Velaa Private Island, My Blend Spa by Clarins offers Velaa Signature Rituals – Velaa Island Fantasy and the Island Body Boost. Developed exclusively by Clarins Paris and inspired by the natural beauty of the Maldives, these two sumptuous treatments can be experienced only on the island and nowhere else on earth. A Spa Boutique, juice bar, hair salon and nail studio completes the pampering experience. velaaprivateisland.com

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Peppers Sentosa Seminyak in Bali offers the serenity of a private villa estate, along with the services of a ďŹ ve-star resort – not least a spa that offers a holistic approach to wellbeing

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PEPPERS SENTOSA SEMINYAK sits among the designer boutiques and restaurants of Seminyak. What makes it stand out is that it offers the best of both worlds: the serenity and privacy of a private villa estate, along with the services and facilities of a five-star resort.

The Spa at Sentosa is special.

It provides a holistic approach to wellbeing, offering an extensive list of beauty treatments and massages to wellness therapies and healing treatments as well as full scale wellness escapes including nutrition, yoga and detox treatments. The resort’s wellness consultant can develop an array of healthy menus and raw food delights as well as a complete juicing programme to help guests understand food and the power of cleansing and detoxification.

One unique programme offered

by the resort is the juice cleanse, an alternative to conventional detox treatments. With the recommended three- or seven-day cleansing programme, all meals are replaced by 6 cold pressed juices a day. Pressed juices have a concentrated amount of nutrients that would otherwise be difficult to achieve just by eating raw fruits and vegetables alone. Fresh fruits and vegetables are pressed using a hydraulic press juicer that applies tremendous pressure to extract the nectar directly from the pulp. That pressing action, instead of blending or grinding, helps keep the nutrients and enzymes intact. The resort is also proud to support local organic suppliers from Bali, mainly in the Bedugul area, in sourcing its fruits and vegetables.

“We have the privilege of working with Meli, our Wellness Consultant on related programmes,” says the resort’s General Manager, Sashi Rajan. “These days, guests want to blend holiday experiences with wellness by selecting healthier meals and working out in the gym. Meli, who is also a qualified nutritionist trained at the renowned Institute for

Integrative Nutrition in New York, worked on juice recipes to ensure they provide the essential vitamins, minerals, enzymes and protein yet still have the rich and full-bodied flavours of the fruits and vegetable,” says Rajan. “‘Holy drop by Meli’ was born offering customisation to fit personalized needs, whether it’s a one- day pick-me-up, a mini 3-day cleanse, or a more intense 7-day program. I have personally taken several one-day juice cleanses and the juices are flavourful and refreshing. The final cashew milk with vanilla is irresistibly addictive.”

The resort also offers the Laneway restaurant, a landscaped 35-metre rock pool, bar with lounge area, 24hour in-villa dining, fitness centre and spa. “We are situated in the middle of where it all happens,” notes Rajan. “The beach is within

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walking distance and we are close to great shopping, cafes, restaurant and quality nightlife. Guests have different needs depending on his or her purpose of travel; it could be a romantic getaway, multi-generation vacation or just friends holidaying together. Our goal is to identify this purpose and assist in creating relevant experiences.

“We organise private barbecues in the villas with your very own chef and waiter. We have set up a private bar and you can have your very own mixologist curate speciality beverages just for you and your guests. We have private personal training and boxing sessions which can be conducted in our gym or in the privacy of your villa. We recently had a group of ladies who wanted yoga on the beach at 6.30am; we made that happen. For families, we have our popup kid’s corner whenever required and nanny services. We have our Guest Experience Team consistently engaging guests to identify the purpose of travel, anticipating their needs and creating experiences.”

The resort boasts 48 three-, fourand five-bedroom villas, each with private swimming pools set amid gardens and lotus ponds with a large poolside bale for relaxation and massages. Each of the resort’s villas, the most luxurious being the five-bedroom Presidential Pool Villa, boasts a private swimming pool, sundecks with reclining loungers, indoor and outdoor marble bathrooms with generous sunken baths. The fully equipped gourmet kitchens feature openplan living/dining areas, full size refrigerators, fully stocked maxi bars and each bedroom has a private en suite bathroom. Thanks to the wide choice of room configurations, there is something for every family or group of friends. pepperssentosaseminyak.com

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HERMèS OBJECTS FALL/WINTER 2015 Something for everyone FROM THE HARNAIS BAG in Epsom and Tadelakt calfskin to a parasol in beech, silk, horn and woven wicker, and from scarves in cashmere to a pump in silk satin and suede goatskin, the delightful “Objets Hermès” Fall/ Winter 2015 catalogue certainly has something for everyone with a penchant for the most refined of Parisian style. Among the highlights this season:

SERVIETTE 57 BAG IN BARÉNIA CALFSKIN

Serviette 57 bag in barénia calfskin This reissue of a design by Robert Dumas from 1957 is a compact briefcase. It features a new asymmetrical zip that allows the user to open it fully and access the bag’s contents through the side without lifting the flap. A patch pocket inside holds a touchscreen tablet.

Bracelets in enamel Linked by a large hinge inspired by travel trunks, the clasp of these bracelets is hidden by a saddle tack that activates the mechanism. The motifs show the straps and ropes depicted in Henri d’Origny’s iconic Balades équestres design. Available in extra large, large and thin sizes.

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Sieste Au Paradis scarf 90 in silk twill This square silk scarf depicts the majestic Calanques, whose white cliffs fall straight into the Mediterranean.

Drawn by Aline Honoré, the illustration features Aleppo pines clinging to arid rocks. The turquoise sea brims with seashells, sea stars, coral and anemones.

SLIM D’HERMÈS WATCH BRACELETS IN ENAMEL

Slim D’Hermès watch Boasting a 39.5-mm steel case and a strap in matt alligator, this timepiece is an expression of refined and sober lines, with a subtle case, a dial with a wide opening and light numerals designed by Philippe Apeloig. The watch boasts the ultra-thin selfwinding Hermès H1950 manufacture movement, visible through the sapphire back.

Harnais Bag in Epsom and Tadelakt calfskin Reflecting the house’s equestrian tradition, this bag boasts a rounded

design, underlined by hand-sculpted reliefs, visible seams and an invisible clasp. Its structured appearance hides a roomy lambskin-lined interior featuring two flat pockets.

Ankle Boot in Plaited Nappa and Suede Goatskin Hermes’s range of stylish women’s shoes this season includes this splendid jewel for the foot. The sexy boot pairs the airy lightness of woven leather with the precious sparkle of metal in its metal toe.

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LANVIN MINI SUGAR A new “it” bag

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THE LATEST ADDITION to the family of Lanvin bags, the Mini Sugar has all the makings of a new “it” bag. The small version of its bigger, more classical counterpart, it features two pockets whose dimensions have been reworked for practical use. Smitten with lightness, this new timeless classic can transport the female essentials: keys, smartphone, wallet and make-up.

A companion for nights out, it has all the characteristics that have made the Lanvin Sugar so successful: quality leather, graphic stitching, fine chain links and an embossed gold Lanvin logo. For winter 2015, it is adorned with shocking pink calfskin or classic black, burgundy velvety calfskin, cherry red leather with trim details from the catwalk show, black or pink ostrich leather or garnet snakeskin.

The Sugar bag’s qualities have smitten the likes of Diane Kruger and Jessica Alba since its debut last year.

The Mini Sugar reflects designer Alber Elbaz’s spirit in his fall 2015 collection for Lanvin, which sees the

designer revisit his native Morocco.

The highly praised collection is what Lanvin proclaims as “a ticket to all urban trips, a celebration of movement in all latitudes”. Some versions of the Mini Sugar feature the recognisable tassels, a prominent detail in the womenswear runway show.

“The accessories business was really small before he came. It really started with Alber,” says Elie Top, a jewellery designer at Lanvin. “The 90s marked the death of costume jewellery, but Alber put it back on the runway - he loves jewels.”

Elbaz is clearly on a mission to give more of Lanvin’s leather accessories cult status. The Mini Sugar proves just that.

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RAFÉ NEW YORK FALL/WINTER 2015 Inspiration is everywhere

ALEXA KISS

RAFÉ TOTENGCO HAS created clean silhouettes with an urban sensibility for his Rafé New York Fall/Winter 2015 collection. There are two new minaudiere styles, while the brand’s limited edition programme continues.

The colours marsala, teal, snow, smoke, camel and black are woven with themes of “Animal Attraction”, “Colour Story”, “Words Matter” and “Prints Charming”.

The Alexa zip pouch appears in geometric, tie dye and animal prints with graphic lettering, while the Alicia minaudiere comes in silver and gold glitter with mother of pearl “Kiss Me”, “Love Me” and “Oui Non” letterings.

The collection sees many other

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minaudieres inspired by mother of pearl, such as the Maryanne, Ramya and Solenn.

“Mother of pearl is in my DNA,” says Totengco.

“My collection plays up this material in my new signature hardware. Hair calf, nappa, snake, shearling and suede all play with each other to provide textural interest, something I’ve always loved, Inspiration is everywhere. All you have to do is open your eyes and look. Architecture is my muse.” Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim Museum in Spain inspired his new minaudiere, Bilbao.

Totengco grew up in the Philippines, where he began sketching at a very young age. His curiosity for the world abroad and passion for fashion design lead him to New York City, where he attended the Fashion Institute of Technology. In 1997, Totengco launched his handbag collection at leading US boutiques.

Since then, the Rafé brand has increased distribution

outlets internationally and expanded into other accessory categories.

Skilled in balancing fashion and function, Totengco creates products that loyal fans say never go out of style.

He is of the most acclaimed members of a new generation of American international fashion designers.

Women around the world were drawn to the timeless silhouettes, unexpected mix of materials, bold use of colour, handcrafted details and original prints that have since become synonymous with the Rafé brand.

Although he considers himself a New Yorker, his exotic childhood and Filipino background are never far from his mind. He draws on these roots

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when designing his spring/summer collections and fall/winter collections are inspired by his love of New York.

Whatever the season, his collections are always an amalgam of diverse references reflective of Totengco’s global perspective and love of travel.

The designer enjoys working with materials from rich Italian leathers and water snake to jute and mother-ofpearl shell. He also has a penchant for naming bags after women he admires.

His handcrafted minaudieres have developed a cult following and have become a fixture on the red carpet.

Celebrities that wear his handbags include Elizabeth Hurley, Julianne Margulies, Jenna Dewan-Tatum and

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Olivia Palermo.

Totengco has received many accolades, such as Best Accessories Designer in 2001 from the Accessories Council, the Panama ng Filipino Presidential Award in 2010 and the 2013 Independent Handbag Designer Awards Iconoclast Recipient for Lifetime Achievement in Handbag Design. He has been a member of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) for 15 years. RafĂŠ New York is available exclusively at Masari.

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LOUIS VUITTON “MALLETAGE” So much more than just a lining

WE ALL KNOW what a Louis Vuitton trunk looks like on the outside, but the inside is every bit as fascinating.

Indeed, it is through their most intimate details that these masterpieces reveal their full beauty. One of Creative Director Nicolas Ghesquiere’s great discoveries from the inside detail of the trunk is “Malletage”, the crisscross quilting that has traditionally lines Louis Vuitton trunks.

What “malletage” represents is the quest for perfection of the finest

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craftsmanship, the uncompromising attention to detail that dictates that everything should be as beautiful on the inside as on the outside. This precious crisscross quilting is something of a forgotten signature, more discreet, yet equally essential, that demands the very highest level of craftsmanship.

For Ghesquiere, the graphic diamond pattern was ripe for interpretation in two ways. Firstly, he revealed this previously hidden motif as a decorative detail on bags or in subtle stitching on skirts. Secondly, he preserved it as an element of personal luxury on the linings of certain new bags and the insoles of shoes.

So much more than just a lining, “malletage” can now be spotted by those in the know on the House’s new bags, jewellery and watches.

“Malletage”, or the celebration of an authentic signature of Maison Louis Vuitton.

A collection is hundreds upon hundreds of actions, all brought together. It is a notebook filled with words, impressions, desires, projects and sensations. With Ghesquiere, nothing happens by chance. A print is

never merely ornamental, a pattern never anodyne.

A cut always conveys a message.

Ghesquiere set out to define the ideal silhouette of a modern woman – a woman who both travels and dreams of adventure – and to combine this vision with the established codes of Louis Vuitton. Some of these are easy to spot, others are quietly concealed.

His debut collection for Louis Vuitton was an exploration of a vast land: the history of the House. A history that already spans 160 years, and in which many territories remain uncharted; however, Ghesquiere successfully reveals the secret of the distinctive signs that are the essence of a famous

French House to underscore the style of the new Louis Vuitton woman.

“There are universal codes,” he explains, “which belong exclusively to Maison Louis Vuitton. The objective was to reclaim them and to transpose them into a new territory. It was a way to pay homage to the inspirational story of generations of trunk-makers, as well as a tribute to true leather craftsmanship.”

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BULGARI MANUFACTURE A kind of magic Chris Andre travelled to Switzerland to see how the craftsmen at Bulgari Watch Manufacture create the company’s fascinating timepieces

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YOU KNOW BULGARI. You’ve seen Bulgari. But if the company took you on a journey of a lifetime to its watch manufactures in Switzerland, what would you be searching for? My mission was simple: to uncover the magic of Bulgari, that sense of make-belief that every piece is a luxury that stands the test of time. That sense that there are things in the world, such as Bulgari timepieces, that will remain precious no matter what, when and where.

But it’s not that simple. The famed Italian luxury house, part of LVMH since 2011, has four stations in Switzerland that manage watch production, each responsible for different departments.

The watchcases and the bracelets are produced in Saignelégier, a municipality in the surrounding of Jura Mountain. The watch dials are made at Bulgari Manufacture de Cadrans in the hilly

plains of La Chaux-de-Fonds. For in-house movements, including the most intricate chiming complications, namely Carrion Tourbillon, the Italian house keeps all secrets and the production in Le Sentier, a watchmaker village in the Vallée de Joux. Most of the pieces are then assembled in the lakeside headquarters of Bulgari Watches in Neuchâtel.

Why so scattered? Shedding light on the matter was Pascal Brandt, Bulgari’s Watch Communications Senior Manager: “It took some time for Bulgari to grow to be a watchmaking manufacturer, so along the progress, the brand acquired one manufacture after another to produce each element in the best way most possible.”

Indeed, following the 2011 acquisition, Bulgari has taken drastic measures to step up its game in the watch industry, not excluding a big move of the watch design team from Rome to Neuchâtel, and the aggressive positioning of the Bulgari booth during the annual Baselworld in Basel, Switzerland—it now stands as among the first to be seen at the most prestigious Hall 1.

It takes both a skilled driver and lots of determination to get to the watchcase and bracelet manufacture in

Saignelégier. Watchmaking is part of the culture in this part of the world, and Bulgari respects this by setting up manufactures relevant to the skills of the workers in the vicinity. The watchcase and bracelet station employs approximately 80 people, with around 20 working on case polishing. Designs for the cases and bracelets came from the Neuchâtel headquarters, and the manufacture creates most of the complex shapes, including the Octo and the Serpenti.

A simple layer on top of a watch movement, how difficult could that be?

With more than 200 references available and around 40,000 dials to achieve this year, the dial-making business is extremely complicated. The Bulgari Manufacture de Cadrans has 40 workers, designers and artisans. The workflow starts from a dial blueprint inspected thoroughly by designers and, once given the green light, it will go into production and finish with some decorative adornments. The intensive labour takes into account the varying degrees of each dial model; that, say, for the Bulgari Bulgari 2015 watch, different complications (be it a date display or a seconds hand) would require distinct dials. And already in the manufacture were multiple lines of dials, such as the Octo, Lucea and Serpenti, running on simultaneous production stages during the visit. For special products like the Serpenti watch, the head piece that contains the watch is produced in

Switzerland, while the rest of the body and the exquisite spiraling bracelets are made in Rome.

The manufacture in Le Sentier is an expanded old mansion, which looked warm and inviting. Master Watchmaker John Sheridan guided me around the medium-sized manufacture. Solotempo movements were ubiquitous in most departments. With a certain pride, Sheridan revealed the master watchmaker room.

There in the white, sterile quarters, three craftsmen, including Sheridan, are the “kings” of Bulgari movements. Their daily grind counts in tourbillon, minute repeater and other movements. Like a proud father, Sheridan showed his pristine table, with two movements as the centrepieces. “This is a Carrion Tourbillon - the minute repeater,” his innocent, boyish smile was obvious, “each is numbered and when it needs some maintenance every four years or so, the movement will be given back to the same master watchmaker who assembled it in the first place.”

Without further ado, the British watchmaker pulled the watch lug that instantly triggered the movement to emit crisp, clanging sounds that resembled none other

than the Big Ben in London. It set off 11 gongs and a few more following rings.

“Could you guess the time? I’ve set the chiming to maximum, so it should tell 11:59,” bragged Sheridan. To see a watchmaker so wrapped up in excitement over his creation was a very privileged experience, one must admit.

“Bulgari is among the best, in the world for this kind of movement.”

That most fascinating Bulgari movement to date concluded the inspiring trip. Having seen for myself how the watches are made, I wondered if the magic would dissipate. Then a Brazilian friend sitting next to me moved to the side and I saw his Octo watch. Yes, the magic was still alive and kicking.

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A MOST ORIGINAL JOURNEY Just over three centuries ago, Jean Martell sailed from Jersey to France. He went on to found the oldest of the great cognac houses. As Martell marked its 300th anniversary, Chris Hanrahan was among 300 guests who enjoyed the privilege of attending an unforgettable night of celebrations at the illustrious Palace of Versailles just outside Paris IT WAS A once-in-a-lifetime moment – and one that no one could have foreseen. As we chatted, shivering, in the chilly Orangerie of the Palace of Versailles - snifters of iced Martell cocktail in hand - a lissom lady in red went from one group to another, advising: “Please turn around and walk towards the park. Something amazing is about to happen and I don’t want you to miss it.”

And as we made our way into the early evening sunlight and began taking in the glory of ornate gardens that were initially laid out in the 1630s, it happened.

Eight red, white and blue Dassault/ Dornier Alpha Jets appeared out of nowhere and, flying in strict formation, began making straight for us. We were not, thank heavens, under attack. They swooped over our heads and then on over the palace built by Louis XIV, before swinging around for the first in a series of thrilling fly pasts. The jets belonged to Patrouille Acrobatique de France, the precision aerobatic demonstration team of the French Air Force. For 10 minutes or so, we gasped in admiration as the pilots showed us why the PAF has gained a reputation as one of the world’s oldest and most expert aerobatic teams.

The grand occasion for this dramatic demonstration of French flair was the 300th anniversary celebrations of Martell, the oldest of the great cognac houses. The glittering affair took place on Wednesday, May 20. Some 300 VIP guests from more than 15 countries attended the spectacular party. The

gorgeous guest of honour for the evening was Martell Ambassador Diane Kruger, the internationally acclaimed star of Troy, National Treasure and Inglourious Basterds.

Other guests included Antoine Firino Martell, one of the descendants of the house’s founder Jean Martell, as well as Solange Knowles, Olivia Palermo, Naomie Harris and the Hong Kong actress and singer-songwriter Karen Mok, who was the guest of honour from the all-important Asian market. They each witnessed an incredible evening during which Martell’s 300-year history was transformed into a vibrant and festive celebration.

The dazzling aerobatic display had been preceded by a press conference, during which Philippe Guettat, Chairman and CEO of Martell Mumm Perrier-Jouet, noted that the house was created during the Enlightenment and the period of French Art de Vivre: “Jean Martell, our founder, was an entrepreneur and a visionary from Jersey who came to France and started his business when he was 21 years old.

There have been close to 10 generations of the family involved in the company since then. For this anniversary we have created four special editions, including Premier Voyage. Thanks to Martell’s extensive archives, our Cellar Master, Benoit Fil, has been able to base these blends on our original recipe.

“Why are we holding our celebrations in the Palace of Versailles? Because 1715 was the heart of the Enlightenment, and we have been a corporate partner of the

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palace since 2007. And because Versailles was the embodiment of Art de Vivre.”

Guettat said Martell chose Diane, who is German, as its ambassador because she studied in France and lives part of the time there, but also because she is an international actress – “and we are an international house. She is sophisticated, charming and elegant.

She will spearhead the Martell 300 Project [a talent search to identify and support 60 “Ones to watch” in five specialist areas: fashion, gastronomy, mixology, entertainment and art].”

Diane told the media: “I feel like a princess tonight. The first time I came to France, with my mother, I was a 15-yearold tourist. I moved to France as a young girl to become a model, and then I started acting here. Later, I played Marie Antoinette [in Farewell, My Queen]. I have spent more of my life here than I

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have in Germany. For me, the term art de vivre means how people live their lives. It can be referenced culturally and in fashion. It’s about the way I choose to cook and to dress. The French way of doing things is a benchmark for the world, and it’s something Americans respond to.”

Asked about the Martell 300 Project, she said: “I want to be surprised by someone who brings things that are new to the table. I hope there will be some true revelations.” As for her association with the brand, she said: “I’m extremely proud to be working with a brand that has such a proud history. I remember that my grandmother let me try cognac for the first time when I was 15 – when I had the toothache! I like to mix it when I drink it now. Martell is definitely a drink for a special occasion.”

A tour of the palace followed the press conference. It took in all the highlights of the immense château located 20 km southwest of Paris: the Museum of the History of France, the King’s Grand Apartments and, most staggering of all, the Sun King’s huge Hall of Mirrors, complete with its 357 mirrors and 17 massive arcaded windows that overlook the famous gardens.

SPECTACULAR FLY PAST

DINNER IS SERVED

DIANE KRUGER & PHILIPPE GUETTAT

After the exclusive fly past, the guests were invited to attend a preview of an experiential exhibition representing each stage of Martell’s unique cognac expertise. Transforming 300 years of cognac creation into an immersive journey, guests got to discover the craftsmanship of the Martell House for themselves. Each aspect of the process was brought to life through individual ateliers, featuring the Borderies vineyards, unique distillation process, ageing of eaux-de-vie and expert blending.

After tasting cocktails created especially for the house’s tricentenaire, all 300 guests took their seats for a fully immersive gastronomic experience created exclusively for Martell by world-renowned, innovative French chef Paul Pairet. The menu for the evening was designed by Chef Pairet around Jean Martell’s journey to Cognac – and a most original journey the dinner turned out to be.

The meal was a true feast for the senses, complete with a multisensory presentation, and the most energetic and enthusiastic teams of chefs and waiters you could ever imagine. As each course was served, vast screens surrounding the venue showed corresponding visuals, while specific sounds and smells relating to each course enveloped the room. Even with her Hollywood experience, Diane Kruger must have been impressed by the high production values on display.

The dining experience began with a ‘DIY’ lobster roll, followed by ‘Tea-Weed’ oyster and scallop melba with lemon sea sorbet, which was served to the sound of waves and seagulls. The smell of the ocean surrounding guests was designed to evoke thoughts of Jean Martell’s original journey to France from Jersey. Some of the other seven unique courses included truffle burnt soup bread and teriyaki lacquered beef with western congee, each of which was perfectly matched with the house’s cognacs.

All 300 guests got to sample Martell’s rare new blend, Premier Voyage, at the end of the meal, which was served with a lemon and lemon tart surrounded with orange fragrances. After live-tweeting more than 300 birthday wishes to Martell, the guests experienced a dramatic fireworks display in the sky over Versailles

before dancing into the night.

Of the stupendous event, Philippe Guettat had this to say at the end of the evening: “Tonight was all about celebrating the momentous anniversary of the Martell House and looking forward to the next 300 years. This has been an exceptional opportunity for us to gather guests from so many countries at the iconic Palace of Versailles to celebrate the Martell House’s 300- year history. This is surely a pinnacle moment for the house and we hope to keep building on our success as we look forward to Martell’s future.”

Last word goes to Diane Kruger. The Martell brand ambassador commented: “Tonight we brought the modern spirit of French Art de Vivre to life to celebrate Martell Cognac’s 300th anniversary. It’s not often that you get to attend such a spectacular event at such an iconic location, and it has been a privilege to be a part of the celebrations this evening.

The Palace of Versailles – considered by many to be the birthplace of Art de Vivre – provided a spectacular setting to celebrate 300 years of Martell. I hope all the guests got to discover a little bit of the French way of living for themselves this evening.”

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FERRARI OWNERS CLUB INDONESIA Convoy of speed Ferrari Owners Club Indonesia made history with the first ever Ferrari South East Asia Grand Tour from May 27 - June 1.

Nina Hidayat went along for the ride

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SINGAPORE’S MAJESTIC MARINA BAY SANDS was not the only spectacle as joggers, tourists and corporate workers passed by and took out their phones. The eye candy was no less than 32 Prancing Horses, all handsomely parked and ready for Ferrari Owners Club Indonesia (FOCI)’s South East Asia Grand Tour.

For the first time, Indonesian cars were allowed to roam around Singaporean and Malaysian roads, thanks to a new system: the Carnet de Passage en Douane (CPD Carnet).

“The CPD Carnet is like a passport for cars,” said Ahmad Sahroni, President of FOCI. “A car with CPD Carnet can travel across countries at which the system is recognised. In Indonesia, Ikatan Motor Indonesia (IMI) holds the licence to issue CPD Carnets for cars.”

The FOCI drivers in Singapore were

warmly welcomed by Indonesian Ambassador Andri Hadi. The convoy was also joined by Ferrari Owners Club Singapore (FOCS). On Thursday, May 28, the drivers went on a 370-km journey from Singapore to Kuala Lumpur. There, the convoy grew with participation from Ferrari Owners Club Malaysia (FOCM) who welcomed the group at Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur.

“It’s definitely an exciting experience that we share, driving in other South East Asian countries. In the future, we hope to do other cross-country tours with Ferrari drivers,” said Hanan Supangkat, Vice President of FOCI. The drivers also had the opportunity to attend a Corso Pilota course with experienced trainers from Ferrari Maranello, Italy at Sepang International Circuit.

In the classroom, drivers learned the techniques to drive safely on a circuit. The classroom experience was completed with guided driving experience on the track.

“The art of driving on a circuit is very different from driving on normal roads. You need to know when to

speed and when is the exact moment to brake to stay safe,” said Marco Franchi, the Corso Pilota Chief Instructor at Naza Italia, the official distributor for Ferrari in Malaysia.

At the end of the day, drivers who passed the course obtained a Corso Pilota licence. Ferrari drivers who aspire to be circuit drivers must attend four levels of courses until they obtain a Challenge Driver licence.

David Tjiptobiantoro, a Ferrari Challenge driver who represents Indonesia in international competitions, joined the tour. On the day, he joined Singaporean and Malaysian drivers in a friendly competition at the race track: “Time Attack”.

“I am very happy this grand tour could finally happen,” said Dieter Knechtel, Managing Director of Ferrari Far East. “We want the drivers to be able to fully experience the cars, and have fun with them because loyalty comes from knowing your car well. Having said that, Ferrari is more than just a car, it’s a piece of art that’s very personal.”

Prestige had the chance to sit in the passenger seat of three Ferrari models: the 458 Spider, the 612 Scaglietti and the brand-new California T. As the newest model to be available to Indonesian market, the new California T lived up to its claim as a comfortable sports car. “The new California T offers smooth driving experience, making it a suitable car for both long drives and daily use,” said Aschab Noor of Ferrari Indonesia, in the midst of a scenic drive to The Chateau, a French-inspired wellness retreat up on the Berjaya Hills, an hour away

from Kuala Lumpur.

It is a tradition among Ferrari owners clubs to incorporate charity in their activities. This time around, there was an auction of collectors’ items, like signed caps by Ferrari’s renowned F1 drivers Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen.

The auction saw the three Ferrrari clubs unite to raise funds for the Special Olympics, an international sports organisation for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. The organisation provides year-round training and competitions for more than 4.4 million athletes in 170 countries.

The grand tour concluded in Singapore with a festive gala dinner at the iconic Fullerton Bay. The Clifford Pier was decorated with all things Prancing Horse and participants dressed up in their best black tie attire. Fine delicacies were served and celebratory champagne was passed around. The night witnessed new friendships made among those bound with the same affinity for the Prancing Horses. Thus history was made.

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SHOCK OF COLOUR Matthew Williamson

feature

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DREAMS OF GRANDEUR

Andrew Wells

agenda

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NO STRAIGHT LINES

LIVING ROOM

Frank Gehry

Live and let live

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BEDROOM

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Dream a little dream

GARDEN OF DELIGHTS

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Pre-autumn collections take on another dimension

KITCHEN AND DINING Eat, drink, and be merry!

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BATHROOM

Rejuvenate your senses

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ACCESSORIES

Aesthetic delights

Frank Gehry

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ENTERTAINMENT APPLIANCES

Things that make you go hmmm

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LIGHTING

Let there be light!

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CANDLES AND FRAGRANCES

Dreaming of a floral garden

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GARDEN AND OUTDOOR

Fun under the sun

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A SENSE OF SELF Chris Godfrey

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MILLION DOLLAR MAN

Martyn Lawrence Bullard

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A MAN OF TASTE Ted Sulisto

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MEANINGFULL VISION Roland Adam

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BEAUTY OF PROCESS Yuni Jie

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A BALANCING ACT Joke Ross

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FUN IN DESIGN

Domisilium Studio

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STRIVING FOR AUTHENTICITY Laura Kirar

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EXPRESSIONS OF MOVEMENT Sacha Lakic

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Places y you want to be THE LAT A E Steve Jobs once said: “Don’t let the noise of others’ opinions drown out your own inner voice. And most important, have the courage to follow your heart and intuition.”

He could have been talking about the great names we profile in this issue of Prestige Lifestyle. Our regular readers will notice that we have changed the concept of this annual special edition. Our focus is now on the very best in architecture, residential design and interior - and our goal is to become the leader here in this field of magazine publishing.

Frank Gehry, an architect who at the age of 85 is still creating some of the world’s most phenomenal buildings, is a great example to us all. In our inspiring, exclusive interview with the Pritzker Prize winner, whose most recent achievement is the astonishing Fondation Louis Vuitton in Paris, he discusses his humanistic approach to architecture. “A “ rchitecture has to be comfortable and usable and feel like places you want to be,” he says.

On the cover is Matthew Williamson, a top British designer whose Bohemian fashion hallmarks extend to the eclectic interiors of his house. Another eclectic soul we talked to for this issue is Martyn Lawrence Bullard, one of the world’s top interior designers.

Bullard, who granted us an exclusive interview, believes that “there shouldn’t be anything in your house that you can’t use, drink from, sit on or eat out of.”

Elsewhere in this issue, we have an exclusive interview with Andre Wells, who is one of the world’s most admired event planners and a veteran of Presidential inaugural balls and Hollywood galas. Chris Godfrey is the architect and interior designer who heads up HBA Residential. He granted us an exclusive interview, as did Laura Kirar, a leading New York-based furniture designer, and Sacha Lakic, a highly talented Paris-based designer for Roche Bobois.

Closer to home, we have a fascinating exclusive conversation with Ted Sulisto, the doyen of Indonesian interior designers.

Other celebrated Indonesian designers who gave us interviews were Roland Adam, Yuni Jie, Joke Roos, and Santi Alaysius and Hamphrey Tedja of Domisilium Studio.

I do hope this issue off Prestige Lifestyle will help enrich your knowledge and appreciation of what goes into elegant living, and that it will inspire you to make your home a place you want to be. Please turn to page 142 for news about our latest subscription offer.

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Maison & Objet 2015 September 4-8 Paris, France Maison&Objet celebrates the art of living in all its rich and varied expressions. Held at the Paris Nord Villepinte, the event brings together a 360° product offering, including sustainable products for the home, furniture, floral decoration, accessories, textiles, fragrances, the world of children, and tableware.

Maison&Objet Asia and Americas will also be held in Singapore in March and Miami Beach in May 2016.

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London Design Festival

CLOUDFRONT AT LONDON DESIGN WEEK

September 19-27 London, UK London will take centre stage in the world of design again in mid-September, when hundreds of design events, from large exhibitions to intimate shows at various venues, are expected to light up the city. Conceived by Sir John Sorrell and Ben Evans, two influential figures in UK’s design scene, the annual event is held to celebrate and promote London as the design capital of the world, and as the gateway to the international creative community.

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Tokyo Design Week

Design Miami

October 24-November 3 Tokyo, Japan Celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, Tokyo Design Week, one of the biggest creative festivals in Asia, gathers excellent architecture, interior, product design, graphic design and art from all over the world. Held at the Meiji Jingu Gaien Mae, Tokyo, the event also showcases the Japanese design world, incorporating art, fashion and music.

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December 2-6 Miami, USA Occurring alongside the Art Basel fairs in Miami, Design Miami gathers the most influential international collectors, designers, curators and critics to present unique commissions from the world’s top emerging and established designers and architects, exciting collaborations, and museum-quality exhibitions of furniture, lighting and objets d’art. The event is also held in Basel, Switzerland each June.

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IMM Cologne January 18-24 Cologne, Germany Welcoming a new year of design and the latest trends in home interiors, “Create. Furnish, Live” is the official slogan of the IMM Cologne fair taking place at the Koelnmesse exhibition centre every January. The event features a series of exhibitions, trend events, guided tours and special-interest meetings, as well as products “from the basics all the way to designer items and luxury furnishings“ Imm-cologne.com

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Stockholm Design Week February 8-14 Stockholm, Sweden In addition to the exciting new products at Stockholm Furniture & Light Fair, there will be more than sixty high-profile design events and exhibitions held around the city in connection with the fair. Known as the world’s largest meeting place for Scandinavian furniture and lighting, the event offers a glimpse of Scandinavian design and Swedish architecture.

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Design Days Dubai

THE SOUND THERAPIST AT DESIGN DAYS DUBAI

ZWEED’S ICE BLUE DRAWERS AT STOCKHOLM DESIGN WEEK

March 14-18 Dubai, The United Arab Emirates The leading fair in the Middle East and South Asia dedicated to collectible and limited edition furniture and design objects will once again welcome international designers to exhibit their creations and share their ideas with the thousands of visitors. The fair will also involve a non-commercial programmes consisting of various workshops, modern art installations and live performances.

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CASSINA DESIGN AT DESIGN DAYS DUBAI

STOCKHOLM DESIGN WEEK

ROBBER BARON AT DESIGN DAYS DUBAI

PHILIPPE STARCK FOR DRIADE AT MILAN FURNITURE FAIR

Milan Furniture Fair

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April 12-17 Milan, Italy The Salone Internazionale del Mobile or Milan Furniture Fair has a history dating back to 1961, when it first opened its doors to promote Italian furniture and furnishing accessories for the export market. Considered the global benchmark for the Home Furnishing Sector, its 2016 installation, held in Milan Fairgrounds, Rho, will have over 300,000 visitors and 1,350 exhibitors.

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International Contemporary Furniture Fair May 14-17 New York City, USA Held at the New York City’s Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, the 28th annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair (ICFF) offers what’s best and what’s next in contemporary design and luxury interiors and high-end design and furniture, including unique styles by top international furniture brands and emerging new talents.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: 1. Jean Paul Gaultier Mah Jong sofa by Roche Bobois.

Designed by Hans Hopfer, this Mah Jong modular sofa is upholstered in Jean Paul Gaultier fabrics, combining hand-sewn, padded seat, back and corner elements. roche-bobois.com 2. Time Piece Bronze side table by Se by Jaime Hayon. Fun yet serious, the Time Piece table comes in three different forms, each one making a memorable intervention into any space. hayonstudio.com 3. Lee Broom Hanging Hoop Chair.

Suspended from above, two brass plated steel circular hoops join to create the Hanging Hoop Chair, with a seat and backrest upholstered in Kvadrat wool. leebroom.com 4. Wishbone chair by Carl Hansen & Son. This chair is a light, attractive and comfortable dining chair with the characteristic Y-shaped back, a simple design and clean lines. carlhansen.com 5. L’Eau Commode cabinet by Laura Kirar for Baker Furniture. The L’eau Commode is crafted from hardwood solids and decorated in walnut veneers. The cabinet is decorated with Kirar’s signature warm gray silk tassel. bakerfurniture.com 6. Monza lounge chair by MaMà Design.

Monza by MaMà Design Italia expresses comfort, relaxation and pleasure. A sinuous circuit that embraces the shape of the body at every curve. mamades.com

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1. Ro easy chair by Fritz Hansen.

Designed by Jaime Hayon, Ro is made with great craftsmanship and in the highest sustainable quality. Combined with the sculptural and elegant design, the result is a functional and aesthetic chair that fascinates its surroundings. fritzhansen.com 2. Meridiani Plinto table. This table is an interplay between solids and voids, different forms in touch and delicate design symmetries. Available at Moie.

3. Naima/Nadaun beanbag pouf by Missoni. A welcome addition to any home, this pouf will add instant designer style to any living space missonihome.it 4. Cassina My World sofa system by Philippe Starck. This authentic sofa system is an experience around which one’s life takes place: relax, converse, eat and drink, invite and accommodate, love, work and connect. cassina.com 5. Honken armchair by Blü Station.

Honken is a generously spacious armchair that also functions as an intimate two seater sofa, made of durable steel and expanded metal but with sensually turned legs of solid oak. blastation.com

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1. You and Me daybed by Munna.

Each piece reflects a particular energy, full of lust and happiness which involves the surrounding environment. munnadesign.com 2. Crossing bookcase by Misura Emme. Designer Mauro Lipparini refreshes the concept of bookcases.

The panels of which it consists, with less weight, allow the bookcase to be hanging, giving a very new sense of “visible lightness”. misuraemme.it 3. Maggio wooden chest by Porro. It is created with an inlaid design on the front, achieved by combining three different types of wood – elm, oak and acacia – according to abstract geometric compositions that meld the points of the triangle with the curved contours of the circle in unexpected directions. porro.com 4. Team by Wellis Rila lounge chair.

RiLa takes modular living to a new level, simultaneously offering a high-quality and aesthetic sitting and lounging experience. teambywellis. com 5. 9500-40,41,42 wooden coffe table

by Vibieffe. A series of small tables of great versatility and livableness.

Entirely made of Canaletto walnut, they are available in different heights and sizes to meet different demands and needs. vibieffe.com

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Hermès Equateur beaded pillows.

This hand embroidered decorative pillow comes in two different patterns and colours: Panther pattern in mint and Bird pattern (shown) in toucan/ecru/natural. hermes.com 2. Frette Seal collection. Inspired by hand-painted Mediterranean tiles, the Seal bedding collection from Frette features rich hues of aqua, gold and metallic grey in detailed prints. frette.com 3. Kensington Metal Canopy Bed by Bernhardt. Available in King size, this canopy bed features upholstered tufted headboard panel and metal headboard frame, footboard and side rails in Patinated Brass finish. bernhardt.com 4. Hästens Vividus Bed. This world’s most expensive bed features a unique pattern of seams and filled with layers upon layers of pure cotton, wool, mohair and hand-teased horsetail hair of the highest quality. Available at LuxeLiving.

5. 2488 dressing table by Silvano Grifoni.

Made by Italian artisans, this classy dressing table is perfect fit for a princess. silvanogrifoni.it

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1. Roche Bobois Profile bed.

Designed by R. Tapinassi & M. Manzoni, this bed is upholstered in 100% cotton Cabaret velvet with an entirely padded frame and headboard. roche-bobois.com 2. Yang bed by Minotti. This young, contemporary divan bed evokes the unique play of proportions that distinguishes the eponymous seating system. minotti.com 3. Gliss Walk-In wardrobe by Molteni & C. A complete set of walk-in wardrobes that lends itself to linear and angular solutions, suitable for all types of space, thanks to a “tailored� design system. molteni.it 4. Io e Te wooden bedside table by Horm.it The designer, Esa Vesmanen, has dubbed his creation Io e Te (You and I), because the tables, like two lovers, also share a life in the private space of the bedroom. horm.it 5. Skylar Bed Blanket by Ralph Lauren Home. Made in Italy from luxurious cashmere, the vibrant Skylar Bed Blanket brightens up any room with its cobalt blue colour. ralphlauren.com

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Alessi Juicy Salif Citrus Squuezer.

A truly iconic object and symbol not only of Philippe Starck but of Alessi itself, this citrus squeezer is as revolutionary as it is surprisingly functional. alessi.com 2. Casa Bugatti Diva Evolution espresso coffee machine. The natural evolution of Diva reflects its philosophy and has its roots in the use of high quality materials and technology that ensure a result comparable to professionally prepared espresso, and re-interpret the aesthetic lines that make it unique. casabugatti.com 3. Voyage en Ikat tableware by Hermès. Inspired by ikat, an exceptional weaving and dyeing technique originating in Asia, Voyage en Ikat celebrates intermingled uses and an ongoing dialogue between East and West. hermes.com 4. Puiforcat Sphere Tea set. The Sphere tea service embodies the unique savoir-faire of Puiforcat through the utmost respect of the original drawings and materials: sterling silver and Indian rosewood. puiforcat.com

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1. Buster + P unch cocktail bar. This handmade bar is made in England from American black walnut with a quilted silk back panel. Also available with a quilted leather back panel and blackened ash. busterandpunch.com 2. Riedel Black Tie Smile decanter.

Classic, curved, and arguably cruciall to wine enjoyment, Riedel's Black Tie Smile decanter makes decanting a joy y from poured in to pour out. riedel.com m 3. Alpes Inox Liberi in Cucina Column mn 128 wine cooler. The perfect choice to store your precious wine collections, Made from high-quality stainless steel with silver satin finish.alpesinox.com 4. WMF Zaha cutlery set. Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, this cutlery set delivers a refreshing departure from the conventional shapes of traditional cutlery. Each of the pieces has a unique asymmetrical expression, while retaining a sense of continuity. wmf.com 5. Armani Casa Club cabinet. The Club range is made up of a single-block element with 4 little openable container doors. For easier use, the two upper doors can be opened separately from the bottom ones. armanicasa.com 6. Saint-Louis Oxymore Glasses.

Designed in total harmony by the Hot and Cold Glass, two core divisions of the crystalworks, Oxymore stands out thanks to its geometric shape, echoing Art Deco lines. Available at Bika.

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Rejuvenate your senses CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Hermès Astrologie Nouvelle bath towel. This Hermès printed bath towel is available in mandarin and brownish-grey cotton terrycloth. hermes.com 2. Victoria + Albert Lario 100.

Designed by Meneghello Paolelli Associati, the Lario 100 provides the very best of traditional construction techniques, combining solid cherry and beech wood with Victoria + Albert’s cutting edge composite material, Quarrycast. vandabaths. com 3. Ylang-Ylang Festive Body Wash Bauble by Molton Brown. A decadent, invigorating bath and shower gel incased in a festive bauble blended with yuan-zhi and cedarwood oil. moltonbrown.com 4. Kohler Abrazo Lithocast bath.

The Abrazo freestanding bath’s unique organic shape makes it a natural focal point of a contemporary bath. Abrazo has a matte finish that resembles real stone, but feels warm to the touch. us.kohler.com 5. Giacomo zigzag terry robe by Missoni. Woven with brand’s unmistakable zigzag motif, it has a generous hood, patch pockets and an adjustable waist tie. missonihome.com

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1. Axor Starck Organic washbasin.

The minimalist design is bursting with sensuality and energy while ensuring that water is used responsibly. pro. ha hansgrohe-int.com 2. Norm bathroom waste bin. This miinimalist waste bin is made of metal in polished black and contains an inn ner plastic bucket with its own ha andle for easy cleaning and securing ab bag liner.danishdesignstore.com 3. Neorest washlet by Toto. The series features a sensor-based lid that op pens and closes automatically, he eated seat, a deodoriser to absorb un npleasant odours, and a dryer that ca an be activated as desired. toto.com 4. Duravit Fogo bathroom cabinet.

Me eticulous craftsmanship with a rea al-wood finish and sleek, clean lin nes. duravit.com 5. Grohe Power & Soul 130 hand shower. The futuristic design of the Power&Soul 130 Hand Shower brings modern appeal and unwavering functionality to any bathroom. Its DreamSpray速 and EcoJoy速 capacities create the feeling of a warm spring rain. grohe.com 6. Decor Walther Kristall liquid soap dispenser. A touch of class to your bathroom with this luxurious liquid soap dispenser. decor-walther.de

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Aesthetic delights CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Baccarat “Our Fire” candle holder.

This limited-edition, two branch candelabra, designed by Philippe Starck, is exceptionally radiant. baccarat.com 2. Fabergé pearl egg. The first imperial egg produced in almost a century. It features 139 fine white pearls, and more than 3,300 diamonds and other gemstones. faberge.com 3. Giorgio Armani “Delphi” poker set. Encased in a luxurious red leather box with magnetic closing, the kit includes two Giorgio Armani personalised decks of cards, five dice and 138 plastic chips in four different colors. armani.com 4. Cartier clock owl decor. Uniquely crafted in precious leathers and metals, lacquer and marquetry, each of these designs manifests the Cartier art de vivre. cartier.com 5. Louis Vuitton chess set. True to LV’s made-to-order tradition, each set will be crafted in Asnières, France, by an artisan; each and every detail will be tailored to the customer’s request. louisvuitton.com

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1. A trio of limited edition Louis Vuitton snow globes. A perfect addition to your house, this rare snow globes are only available online. onlineonly.christies.com 2. Jonathan Adler brass ring bowl. A monumental miniature, this polished perch is perfect for stashing your rings, earrings or accoutrements. jonathanadler.com 3. Svenskt Tenn Box Panama Pewter

by Estrid Ericson. Designed by Estrid Ericson for her husband Captain Sigfrid Ericson, this box has a gilded pewter anchor knob on its lid and represents the maritime profession of commander and captain on the Swedish America Line. svenskttenn.se 4. Erika centrepiece by Armani Casa. Made in India, this leaf-shaped centrepiece is made of brass and crafted using the ancient method of sand casting, which enables it to achieve a high degree of detail. armanicasa.com 5. Baccarat Zoo by Jaime Hayon. The Baccarat Zoo reinvents the art of collecting animals while giving them a real function. Receptacle or Art Toy, every character exudes its optimistic narrative strength, full of magic and imagination. baccarat.com 6. Geoffrey Parker Monopoly by Zontik. The Monopoly board set features 70 gold and silver inlays, precision dice and leather-bound “Bank� boxes and set on top of a beautiful hand bound scalloped sided plinth in Dauphin calf. zontikgames.com

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1. Cave de Paille humidor. This new Davidoff collection of masterpiece humidors is inspired by such patterns in time. It has been created in collaboration with the artisan Lison de Caunes, who has dedicated herself to the art of straw marquetry. davidoff.com 2. Bentley backgammon set.

Boasting hand-bound leather casing and a subtle Bentley branding on each leather checker, you’ll certainly impress your friends with this luxurious set. bentleymotors.com.

3. Hermès Samarcande set. Hermès horse paperweight in hand lacquered wood and hand lacquered moongold leaves. hermes.com 4. Saint-Louis Diamantic Vases.

Created in cooperation with designer Benoît-Pierre Emery, the new Diamantic range pays tribute to the work of diamond-cutters. In a fresh take on its original form, the diamondcut injects rhythm into a trio of vases whose design is based on a sleek concept of unusual proportions.

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5. Theatre Du Cap D’Ail vase by Roche Bobois. This vase boasts a face-to-face profiles sketch on barbotine slipcast clay and sepia geometric patterns with red varnished spots on top. roche-bobois.com

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Things that make you go hmmm CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Teckell Cristallino foosball table. With itts pure elegance and diamond like transparen ncy, Cristallino will fulfill your desire for the extraordinary. Impressive for its sophisticated design and quality construction, Cristallino o foosball table is constructed entirely of crysstal glass and aluminum using the most sophisticated technology. teckell.com 2. Bang & Olufsen Beolab 18. BeoLab 18 is the t culmination of acoustic perfection, a heritag ge of authentic sound that has been Bang & Olufsen’s hallmark since 1925. bang-olufsen.com 3. MBL 101 X-Treme speaker. When it com mes to recreating a musical event, any musical eve ent— the 101X-Treme brings home the unbridled power of full symphony orchestra, the visce eral wallop of a live rock or hip-hop concert, as w well as the intimacy of a jazz trio or the delicacy of a solo flute. mbl.de 4. Philips Fidelio SoundSphere docking speaker. Delivering clear and natural audio, SoundSphere creates a sound impression that is deeper and wider. The result is life-like audio that will make you believe the artists are performing in front of you. philips.com 5. UHD 105S9 Curved by Samsung. The Samsung curved screen is supported with proprietary technology that creates a breathtaking picture experience with exceptional color, dramatically improved field of view and panoramic effect. samsung.com

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6. Miele K 30000 Refrigerator. Showcasing state-of-the-art technology, this new Miele refrigeration range is not only stylish, but also equipped with extraordinary features to ensure the very best food storage conditions. miele.com 7. Toulet Blacklight pool table. Toulet took five up-and-coming French designers and challenged them to come up with a table that would comprise the very best materials, harmony of shapes and design quality to ensure it stood the test of time as the pinnacle of home billiards tables. billard-toulet.com 8. Dyson air multiplier.

A futuristic-looking bladeless fan that is 75% quieter and delivers powerful airflow using up to 40% less power. Available in three sizes: table, tower and pedestal. dyson.com

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1. Nafir by Karim Rashid for Axo Light.

Nafir shapes can be organically grouped to create a fantasy panorama comprised of light and shape. It is a tribute to the Rashid’s North African origins as Nafir is the name of a North African trumpet axolight.it 2. Etica by Ilide. A precious blown glass veil that holds a heart of translucent ultrafine porcelain. ilide.it 3. Melt by Tom Dixon. A series of distorted spherical pendants, halfmetallised to create an extraordinary optic effect and cast an ethereal luminosity on their surroundings. tomdixon.net 4. Baccarat Candy Light by Jaime Hayon. The lamp is a distillation of rich textures and materials, a subtle conjoining of ceramic base and clear, cut-crystal shade. us.baccarat.com 5. Glitters table lamp by Lasvit.

Provocatively ice clear “pleated” lamp-shades with right angle cranked legs stand in contrast with the ornamental composition of shadows that appear on the walls after you switch on the light. lasvit.com

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1. Baccarat Marie Coquine floor lamp

by Philippe Starck. Boasting an unforgettable visual impact, the surrealist and poetic chandelier showcases the iconoclastic Philippe Starck’s uninhibited humour and originality. us.baccarat.com 2. Regia Murano glass wall lamp by Donghia. Donghia is made of hand-blown Venetian glass and comes in amazing colors that seem to glow from the inside even when the lights are out. donghia.com 3. La Lanterne D’Hermès in Calfskin by Hermès. This portable lamp is composed of four LED light sources, each with its own rechargeable battery. hermes.com 4. Terzani Angel Falls chandelier. A number of 36 hand made crystal “angels” illuminated by halogen bulbs seams to fall from the heavens. A work of art that draws attention wherever is located and incites to discussion. terzani.com 5. Opera floor lamp by Roche Bobois. A timeless design, Opera floor lamp will fit to almost any modern setting. rochebobois.com 6. Kaiser idell luxus tablelamp by Fritz Hansen. This table lamp is made in steel and brass while the lampshades are hand painted in high gloss or matt. The chrome-plated lamp elements consist of hand polished and silver-soldered brass. fritzhansen.com

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Be The Light American Bluebell Bliss.

Inspired by Bluebell fields in America, this candle

by Petra Nemcova has long been symbolic of gratitude. It combines cedar wood, eucalyptus, fir balsam, labdanum, jasmine, lemon and patchouli. Available at Glow Living Beauty.

2. Carrière Frères Citrus Dulcis candle.

Made by Cire Trudon, this Citrus Dulcis candle reveals intoxicating and subtle notes of orange blossom, emitting a suave fragrance that has symbolised purity and beauty since Antiquity.

Available at Glow Living Beauty.

3. Fornasetti Flora candle. Illustrated by hand and inspired by Lina Cavalieri, this candle features a flower goddess illustration on its lidded holder and contains notes of ivy, jasmine, lily of the valley iris, tuberose, sandalwood and musk.

4. Acqua di Parma Rose Buds candle. Entirely handmade, this delicate Rose-scented candle burns for 60 hours, keeping the floral leave decorations intact in the wax. Available at Glow Living Beauty.

5. Tubéreuse “Rouge” by Diptyque Paris.

Presented in an alluring deep red glass container, the classic Tubéreuse scent intoxicates and captivates with its heady floral scent. diptyqueparis.com

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Hermès home fragrances. The new Hermès home fragrance collection comprises five perfumes, with each fragrance bearing its own story and colours: Des Pas sur la Neige (taupe), Temps de Pluie (celadon), Fenêtre Ouverte (lagoon), Champ Libre (sulphur) and A Cheval ! (pumpkin). hermes.com 2. Agraria Charlotte Moss Left Bank air essence. A fragrance that embodies the mystery, romance, and sophistication of Paris' Left Bank.

Available at Glow Living Beauty.

3. Voluspa Goji Tarocco Orange candle. Goji Tarocco Orange boasts a fragrant blend of goji berry, ripe mango and Tarocco orange. Available at Glow Living Beauty.

4. Eclectic by Tom Dixon-London. The smell of red brick and London parks with crocuses and nettles, and the salty smell of the Thames at Dagenham.

Encases in a copper vessel with marble lid. tomdixon.net 5. Molton Brown Aroma Reeds-Ylang Ylang diffuser. This fragrance helps to create a warm, welcoming feeling when you step through the door after a busy day. moltonbrown.com

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Fun under the sun CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT : 1. Nestrest by Dedon. Made of especially strong Dedon fiber, this over-sized bird’s nest offers a secluded, suspended sanctuary and unusual meeting place. dedon.de 2. Bel Air lounge chair by Roche Bobois.

Designed by Sacha Lakic, this lounge chair features aluminium tube-shaped frame with removable seat cushion on strapped suspension. Available in three colours: foam, bark, mercury. roche-bobois.com 3. SeaX armchair by Dedon. This ultrasophisticated yet weatherproof foldable armchair is the work of French designer Jean-Marie Massaud. dedon.de 4. Olympia planter by Janus et Cie. Olympia is a wide bowl-shaped planter affixed to a stepped base. Made of JANUSstone, an eco-friendly composite that is lighter and more durable than cast concrete. janusetcie.com 5. Khaima sofa by Driade. A true outdoor room, a soft and welcoming modern shelter, Khaima reminds of a shell for the refined solution of the intersecting fabric triangles.

Lights, shades, threads are stretched in space to create evocative designs. driade.com

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6. LC (Le Corbusier) 3 armchair by Cassina.

This outdoor armchair is wonderfully suited for all outdoor areas, mould resistant and dries quickly. cassina.com 7. Alison Iroko outdoor by Minotti. The sleek design of Alison Iroko Outdoor, with its elegant squared-off lines, finds its ultimate expression in the choice of iroko heartwood for its exposed frame. minotti.com 8. Butterfly low tables by B&B Italia.

The butterfly complements have an outline that perfectly follows the lines of the sofa, harmoniously flanking the seat at the top.

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9. Portland Dining Gas Fire Pit Set by Hartman. The Portland table incorporates a gas fire pit at the centre, providing a source of instant heat, or if the occasion arises can be converted to a grilling set. hartmanuk.com

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A bevy of fabrics from Williamson’s globe-trotting sings against an all-white background

Shock of colour If British designer Matthew Williamson’s kaleidoscopic collections are wearable fairy tales, then his Hampstead home is an enchanted cottage. He leads us on a magical mystery tour, where brazen fluorescents and opulent patterns live happily ever after.

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Lucite night tables pop against the bedroom’s black wall; For his black-and-white bedroom, Williamson commissioned a “floral” wallpaper (really spinal cords and ribs!) from British fashion duo Rodnik; Ornate crystal wall sconces against the bedroom’s black wall

WHAT MIGHT GO awry in less capable hands is a fantasy come true in Matthew Williamson’s. The maverick from Manchester is a connoisseur of the clash, marrying bright prints and bold hues for a rich, bohemian effect (think Sienna Miller, who has championed his designs for years). Even the little English country house he bought 18 months ago was transfigured by his touch. Drawn in by the quaint exterior, Williamson wanted to go the opposite direction with the interior – “so when you open the front door, you see the antithesis inside.”

Antithesis indeed. Neon window frames, midcentury modern furniture and antique Buddhas draped with flea-market necklaces harmonise in a way that’s both lively and liveable. “It’s about picking things up along the way, jigsaw-ing them together,” Williamson says. “Much to the horror of interior designers, that approach really works for me. I don’t want to be bland and predictable.”

Celebrating 18 years in fashion this year, 43-year-old Williamson’s inimitable style has

long appealed to industry insiders and celebrities, including Lindsay Lohan, Katy Perry and Blake Lively. A graduate of the prestigious Central Saint Martins College in London, he founded his fashion house in February 1997. A trip to India during his third year at Saint Martins was a major inspiration for his initial collections, culminating in a synthesis of powerfully intense patterns and colour tones that led to his appointment as Creative Director of Pucci in 2005.

This house is a melting pot of who I am, my eclectic madcap sense.

“That was probably the moment that crystallised everything,” he told the Telegraph newspaper. I saw in India things that I’d never believed existed,

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Henna-inspired wall coverings; Shocking-pink doors electrify the dining room’s mix of modern furniture and baroque wallpaper

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“When my style is too disciplined, that’s when I get it wrong.” and was totally intoxicated by the culture and people and craftsmanship. I drank it all in and then reworked it in my mind. After I graduated I went to work for Monsoon and travelled to Mumbai and Delhi every six months for about three years. I have been there more than 40 times now.”

Williamson’s bold designs have caught the attention of many in the interior design world. The designer first collaborated with The Rug Company in 2004, creating an exuberant collection of unique rugs inspired by his travels, drawing inspiration from Indian sunsets to spiritual leaders. Williamson also designed two delicately patterned rugs that feature overscaled peacock feathers with vibrant flashes of lime and fuchsia mixed with rich tones of deep blues and charcoal, motifs which have become representative of his brand. Williamson joined forces with Debenhams in 2009 for the exclusive Butterfly by Matthew Williamson line, which includes a home collection that comprises decorative lamps and lights, scented candles, printed bedding, towels, and wall decorations.

In addition, in 2013 London-based brand Osborne & Little, one of the world’s leading names in fabric and wallpaper design, began a long-term collaboration with the British fashion designer to create exclusive furnishing fabrics and wall coverings. Sharing his love of colour, pattern and texture, Matthew Williamson’s debut collection, Eden, uses signature colours from his palette, such as jade and cerise. “Home and work are one big thing for me – a movable feast,” he says. “Invariably, where I live starts to look like the season I’m putting together. I’ll be holding up fabric for my line and thinking that it would make a fabulous curtain. With the peacock motif, the gowns came first. Then I decided there had to be bed linens too.

“I believe in unabashed confidence, the selfassurance to just go with it and be prepared to make mistakes. This house is a melting pot of who I am, my eclectic madcap sense. I want people to walk in and think: ‘This is a fun place that’s not taking itself too seriously’. Sometimes I get it right, sometimes not – that’s the joy of playing with clothes and interiors. When my style is too disciplined, that’s when I get it wrong. Nothing is static and forever. I’ll go home at night and move

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Williamson on his tapestry-covered sofa, which he paired with a flowery throw from Bangkok and his own bespoke cushions; An antique Buddha draped in flea-market necklaces; An eclectic choice of decor

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stuff around – angle a sofa, put a picture on the floor, try out mini installations. I treat each room like a theatre set. On one hand, I’m a magpie who craves shine and glitter. But I’m also quite ordered.

I want a system. My sofa cushions might be decorative, but there can only be four at one time.

“I relish the minimal with the ornate. Here, the flocked metallic wallpaper dictated the other colours. Since it’s quite intense, I went for a white chandelier, table and rubber floor. The chair in the corner could be Mexican. Or Indian. I don’t know what it is or where it’s from. But as a friend said, it’s me in a chair – an extravagant showpiece.

I have a fondness for neon, especially playing it against nature. I like to look through the yellow and pink fluorescent doors into my courtyard – the unnatural pigments against the foliage, the two extremes interrelated. At night, the light installation in my stairwell turns the place into a disco cottage.”

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Dreams of grandeur Andre Wells, one of the most talented and referenced event planners, told CLARISSA SANTOSO about his journey from fashion buyer to organising Presidential inaugural balls, red carpet premiers, celebrity tributes and Hollywood galas

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ANDRE ANTHONY WELLS is the founder and CEO of Events by Andre Wells, a premier eventplanning company based in Washington, D.C. He has planned more than 4,000 events, both domestically and internationally, for some of the world’s biggest companies and high-profile individuals, including Disney, ABC, NBC, Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder and President Barack Obama.

With his heightened gift of vision, creativity and exceptional knack for harmony within details, Wells has brought his signature experience to Presidential inaugural balls, red carpet premiers, celebrity tributes, Hollywood galas, congressional and senate affairs, society weddings, and major political fundraisers.

Born in Jacksonville, Florida, Wells always wanted to plan events. “I had dreams of grandeur, and then I took the leap of faith,” says the Hampton University graduate. Wells has devoted countless hours to volunteering within inner city schools, as a mentor and motivational speaker. He also lends his time and resources to raise funds and awareness in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Highlights of an exclusive interview with Prestige: How did you discover your passion for event planning, and how was Events by André Wells established?

I started as a fashion buyer for a large retailer and found my passion in the fashion show and event planning I did in-house. I hated being a buyer then, but looking back, I did learn a lot. I learned about organisation and budget management, which are skill sets that an event planner would need. At that point I set out to enter a new field and start my own company. After gaining experience with a catering company and a national TV network as a meeting planner, I set out to start my own company and Events by Andre Wells (EAW) was born.

Can you describe your event style? Where do you get your ideas from?

My event style is constantly evolving. Elegance and harmony are things I look for whether I’m feeling very clean or over-the-top décor. I would say a signature aesthetic all EAW events is floral as well as interactive event elements. I

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get my ideas from everyone and everywhere. I am constantly inspired by my surroundings and the people around me. From fashion trends, to nature, my travels, my clients, etc.

You’re at the centre of glitzy fundraisers, expensive weddings, and corporate parties, and it can be extremely hectic. How do you handle the challenges of event planning?

You have to be prepared for anything in this industry. One of my jobs is to stay abreast of every new and old venue in city, even some that people wouldn’t think they could do an event in.

For instance, all of the Smithsonian museums are very good places to hold events. There are lots of little hidden gems. As an event planner I would never let any of my events go awry, it’s all about being over prepared and finding solutions.

You only get one shot because you can’t repeat a moment. The guests should always have a seamless experience no matter what’s going on in the back of the house. The show must go on.

What keeps you motivated, and what is your favourite perk of the job?

We see all challenges as opportunities. My favourite perk of the job is being able to bring my imagination and the imaginations of my clients to life. The feeling you get when you see the finished product and the overwhelming satisfaction on a client’s face is priceless. I like that I get to work with so many people, from corporate executives, celebrities, and athletes to everyday people. I learn so much from these people and I get to experience a little bit of their world. I also like it that I get to travel. I learn so much from that too – I’m a student of the world.

What has been the biggest or most memorable event you’ve ever worked on to date?

Oh my goodness, there are so many! I don’t know if I can highlight just one as standing out

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: An impecably dressed gala table; Memories from a romantic destination wedding; Moulin Rouge-themed decor

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Table setting on a rooftop overlooking historic U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C. ; Andre Anthony Wells; A memorable wedding banquet

over the others. Each event is so different. We’ve worked on dinners and galas with more than 600 or 700 attendees to more intimate events with the budgets of a 600-person event. Some of the most spectacular international events we’ve worked on have been destination weddings and honeymoons. It allows us to find meaning in the unique and beautiful characteristics of really cool and exotic locations. Being able to provide one of a kind experiences that really move people and that they will remember forever is really special.

Paris and Turks and Caicos have been home to some of those. Either way I take away the same thing, a favourite quote from Maya Angelou “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”

In your opinion, what are the main characteristics of a good event planner?

A good event planner is always prepared, is a good listener, and he or she always over delivers.

The best piece of advice I can give anyone starting out is to volunteer! I really wanted to learn when I was starting my special events career, and that’s what I did. Gain as much experience as possible to equip yourself for what the future holds. Maintain great industry relationships as you progress and always continue to educate yourself with the latest trends and industry technology.

You’ve worked in the industry for more than 10 years now. What are some changes you’ve seen over the years?

The biggest change has been social media and interactive marketing and event elements.

Everything is about the larger conversation now and no matter what the event, being remembered and talked about is of high importance. We have seen major increases in the use of social media and experiential marketing to interact with guests.

Can you give our readers some tips for creating an unforgettable event or party?

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You’ve also devoted a lot of time to social work. What are the causes that you’re most passionate about?

I am very passionate about advocating for the underserved and underprivileged, whether it be education advocacy or access to cultural experiences we give of time and resources to support such efforts.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Creating drama with height and Forsythia; Setting a dinner table with gold sequins and pailettes; Beautifully curated details strung together in harmonny

What do you hope to achieve professionally in the next few years?

Long term, I would like to see Events by Andre Wells continue to grow into a lifestyle brand that provides guidance in décor and entertaining to consumers on a large scale.

What interesting events or projects do you have coming up?

We absolutely love our annual fundraisers and galas, where we get to reinvent and top ourselves with fun themes each year. We have some amazing destination weddings coming up and we’re working on some big fall surprises.

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event, give it a theme if you’d like, decide who the guests will be and what you will serve. Next, Prepare for those things. Take inventory of what you have and what you need. Everything from the right serving dishes for the menu, vases for flowers, matching linen, etc. And never forget that it is all about the presentation. Make sure food a displayed in an attractive, appetizing manner. Make sure the bathroom is smells great and beautiful towels are displayed. Have music pre-selected and playing as guests arrive, and whether buffet or seated make sure dinnerware is properly set.

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“Paris can now boast the most complete embodiment of Frank Gehry’s architectural vision,” says Louis Vuitton of its stunning new Fondation. In an exclusive interview, the creator of the groundbreaking Guggenheim Museum Bilbao told NINA HIDAYAT why 98 percent of today’s architecture scares him

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debates and symposia; and the development of educational activities intended particularly for younger audiences.” Many of the permanent artworks are from Arnault’s personal collection.

In an exclusive interview for Prestige Lifestyle, Gehry talked about his thinking process, his favourite materials, why his work is not postmodern and how he avoids repeating himself.

“They are experimenting in wonderful ways with music and performance art, so I think the building is helping them facilitate this exploration.”

Of the Fondation, Louis Vuitton’s The Book magazine enthuses: “Paris can now boast the most complete embodiment of Frank Gehry’s architectural vision.” It describes the architect as “a magician who breathes life into inert materials, endowing them with mysterious beneficial powers.

His very physique – rotund and good-natured – expresses his rejection of the straight lines and right angles which so dominated his youth, when the masters of the modernist movement, from Walter Gropius to Le Corbusier, were extolling the beauty of bare white walls.”

How would you describe yourself and your work as an architect?

That’s a hard question. I’m not someone who spends a lot of time talking about myself. I like to let my work tell the story. Words don’t always tell the right story.

There’s always a playful element to work: slanted roofs, wavy walls and a riot of lines. What is the thinking process behind it?

First of all, my architecture is not post-modern.

I asked the post-modern philosopher Jacques Derrida if my work was post-modern and he told me it wasn’t. My process is much more linear than that. I start with the client’s programme, budget and schedule and we build very precise block models. We make dozens of iterations to find the best organisation and massing for the project.

After the massing and organisation is decided, we move on to finding the right architectural expression. We create more models to explore

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FRANK GEHRY IS a Pritzker Prize-winning architect whose Guggenheim Museum Bilbao in Spain’s Basque Country was hailed as one of the most important structures of its time when it opened in 1997. Its arrival on the cultural scene caused the fabled “Bilbao effect”: the Disney Concert Hall in Los Angeles, the Vitra Design Museum in Weil am Rhein, Germany and the Dancing House in Prague. In October 2014, two of Gehry’s latest museum designs opened to the public: the Biomuseo in Panama City and the headline-making Fondation Louis Vuitton in the Bois de Boulogne, Paris.

The Fondation took seven years to build, employed 700 engineers and construction workers and cost about US$135 million. It has 13,500 square metres of glass surfaces and 19,000 Ductal plates of high-performance fibrereinforced concrete. The building is 46 metres high and has 3,850 square metres of exhibition space.

Fondation Louis Vuitton is a special project of Bernard Arnault, Chairman and CEO of LVMH, created “to encourage and promote artistic creation both in France and internationally”.

Says Arnault: “We wanted to present Paris with an extraordinary place for art and culture, and demonstrate daring and emotion by entrusting Frank Gehry with the construction of a building that is emblematic of the 21st century.”

The 85-year-old Canadian-American architect’s building is to be found in a children’s amusement park, the Jardin d’Acclimatation.

As LVMH describes it: “Twelve large glass sails cover the body of the building, an assembly of white blocks referred to as the ‘iceberg’, giving it its volume, its lightness and its vitality. Placed in a basin specially created for the purpose, the building fits easily into the natural environment, between woods and garden, while at the same time playing with light and mirror effects.”

Gehry worked closely on the project with Arnault and his creative team, notably Suzanne Page, Art Director of the Fondation. The building boasts 11 galleries for exhibitions. Says LVMH: “Formed around a collection of works of art of essentially contemporary inspiration, the multiple missions of the Fondation Louis Vuitton include the presentation of permanent collections; the organisation of temporary exhibitions of modern and contemporary art and of multi-disciplinary performances; the holding of meetings,

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The Walt Disney Concert Hall, Los Angeles; Ray and Mariz Stata Center, Cambridge, Massachusetts

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different options. Our clients are an integral part of these exercises and their feedback informs the process through to construction. They are a part of the design team from start to finish.

What are the mainstays of your imagination?

Art, music, literature. Those are the mainstays.

What are some of your all-time favourite building materials?

I use basic materials: brick, wood, stone, metal and glass. All of those have been used throughout history. I use them in different ways, perhaps, but they are all pretty standard.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Hotel Marques de Riscal, Spain; Frank Gehry

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You made headlines with the opening of Fondation Louis Vuitton. What was the idea behind the building?

Bernard Arnault wanted a very special art centre in the garden. In order to build this location, we had to build something that was ephemeral and that would not intrude into the garden. We also wanted to respect the history of glass garden structures like the 19th century Palmarium restaurant that was in the Jardin d’Acclimatation.

with Bernard and his team, including Suzanne Page who is the Artistic Director of the Fondation.

Both Ms. Page and Mr. Arnault had very specific ideas about how the building would work. We incorporated all of their ideas into the design, so by the time it was built they knew what they were getting. They are experimenting in wonderful ways with music and performance art, so I think the building is helping them facilitate this exploration.

How do you envision the Fondation serving its purpose as a major arts and culture hub?

The building was designed in close collaboration

Where does one go after building a structure of that scale?

The Fondation took 10 years to finish, from

design through to construction. In those 10 years, I have continued working on new projects. We have 15 to 20 projects in development at any given time. Each project has a different client and a different set of needs. This keeps me from repeating myself.

Where do you think architecture will go from here?

I see a lot in architecture that scares me. I think too many buildings built today are taking human beings out of the equation. I believe that good architecture and design must always serve the client, the community and humanity in general.

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Buildings, after all, are a stage for human activity, as Shakespeare said. The buildings have to have a respect for this and enhance life.

Architecture has to be comfortable and usable and feel like places you want to be. Ninety eight percent of what is built does not do this.

Based on your vast experience, what lessons do you think you could share with the architects of today?

Be yourself and take what that brings. That’s the best you can do. Trying to be somebody else doesn’t work.

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT TOP: Biomuseo, Panama City; DZ Bank Building, Berlin; Frederick R. Weisman Museum, University of Minnesota, Minneapolis

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How has the escalated enthusiasm for good design changed the industry?

Escalated enthusiasm comes partially from marketing and PR firms, rather than focusing on the end product and the people who have to live and work in those buildings. Promotion is a business generator for individuals and, as such, it doesn’t always have a lot to do with the end product.

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Garden of delights The lush textures, subtle patterns and tailored silhouettes of the pre-autumn collections take on another dimension against the backdrop of a suburban idyll PHOTOGRAPHY ERIC MICHAEL ROY CREATIVE DIRECTION AND STYLING PARIS LIBBY

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The entrance of a residence in Mumbai

A sense of self “All residential design projects are challenging. And they should be, because you should always challenge yourself,” declares HBA Residential’s Chris Godfrey in an interview with CLARISSA SANTOSO

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HIRSCH BEDNER ASSOCIATES, the world’s largest hospitality design firm, and architect and interior designer Chris Godfrey saw the opportunity to establish HBA Residential while they were working together on a big project for Four Seasons in Goa. Godfrey designed the project’s residential component.

“HBA had been looking at establishing a residential design firm for years,” says Godfrey.

“They liked the idea of having someone on the team who could do holistic design. The opportunities were there and this was my speciality, so we suited each other’s desires.”

HBA Residential is the latest addition to the portfolio of Hirsch Bedner Associates, which is world-renowned for creating the signature looks of luxury hotels, resorts, spas, restaurants, casinos and cruise ships. It’s a full-service boutique design firm that specialises in “bespoke residences that exude personality heart and soul”. It offers architectural, interior design and furniture procurement services “with personal assistance for the globe’s most distinguished families and individuals”.

Godfrey creates culturally diverse residences, and he has major projects lined up in India and China. In Indonesia, his clients can be found in Jakarta, Bogor, Bali and Lombok. The Indonesian market has such strong potential for HBA Residential that Godfrey will soon open offices in Jakarta and Bali.

“The fact that there are more opportunities in Asia is a big, positive challenge for me,” says the designer. “After working in London for 20 years, this is a far more interesting possibility for me.

London is a very refined market, but it’s a ‘built environment’. The opportunities are fewer. But the Asian market is evolving as tastes become more refined. We’re appealing to a niche market of home owners seeking personalised, tailormade designs. People are becoming better travelled, more exposed to different things, much more multi-cultural. Perceptions of luxury are changing. It appears to be less label or brand driven than before. Indonesia is progressive and dynamic, and still very unique. It’s reaching out to the world, but there’s still a real sense of self here. It’s very much its own country with its own culture, and I really like that. Without question, Asia’s dynamism is a huge attraction. Lots of things are happening for the first time here. The challenge is to achieve quality commensurate

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The inner courtyard of a residence in India; a secret art chamber

with this design tier and keep the standard of workmanship at the best level.”

Trained at the Glasgow School of Art, Godfrey’s interest in design and architecture was sparked by his upbringing. “My passion for design was there from an early stage,” he recalls. “My father was a self-taught artist, skilled and experimental.

He could literally turn his hand into anything.

He’s had no formal schooling, but he could paint, draw, sculpt, do carpentry, all in the house. He made all the furniture in the house, so the family home was filled with his art. He also created architectural illustrations of buildings. We grew up immersed in art. He taught me that I could also do these things myself.

“I’ve been doing residential design for 22 years now. London is a Mecca of design, a world design hub. When I graduated, I worked for two companies in London, one of which did residential design on an international scale, specializing in singular, crafted things. That exposed me to a way of working that I liked,” explains Godfrey. In 2000, Godfrey established SCAPE Architects, a highlyregarded residential design studio which he ran for over a decade Building his way up from small projects, what became his forte was “designing for people in their places.”

Five years before joining HBA, he joined forces with the former directors at Candy & Candy, a top-end real estate developer in London that

created the premier address One Hyde Park, to establish residential design specialist 1508 London. “1508 London subscribes to a slightly more considered approach to luxury,” Godfrey explains. “Considered luxury is not about expense per se, but about being thoughtful and curatorial. We sought to conjoin my curated, personal way of designing to their international clientele, to create a holistic end-to-end design offer for them – architecture, interior, furniture, all in one. I wanted to take the ideas we had to another level for this region.

“I enjoy the singular, the specific, the interaction. Working with unique people is what creates unique work – it produces a different dynamic and dialogue. Our international clients have multiple properties around the world, and we may work together again, but we’ll never work in the same place again. I’m motivated by people and places – the uniqueness of that dynamic, as well as the new experiences that come with that.

Interior design is a distillation process. First, it’s about building relationships and understanding people’s needs and the place you’re operating in.

“I’m inspired by my clients’ individual needs and aspirations, if they want to create a space that says who they are but also who they want to be. It can have an aspirational quality. We make homes for people and their belongings. It’s an environment to support and promote your life.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Chris Godfrey; Xian residence bar; Xian residence reception

Part of that requires skill for interpretation. Early on in my career, there were people who taught me the fundamentals of communication. One lesson I learned during my training that I consider very important is how to communicate through drawing. With clients, I draw in front of them as a way of extracting and showing information.”

One major challenge for Godfrey was designing the interiors for a nine-storey, 20,000sqm house in Xian, China. “Working with such a massive space was a feat, so we created envelopes to make comfortable sizes of spaces,” he recalls. “We were looking for site-specific uniqueness. What’s already magical about it? What is already there that could be magical? In this instance, we created a roof light installation that cuts through all the

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floors. The sun moves during the day and creates a prismatic shadow play and enlivens the lower reaches of the building. The space transforms in subtle ways throughout the day.”

Of a recent project in Mumbai, Godfrey notes: “If you create a home that has its own value – not commercial value, but heritage value – it becomes something that you pass on within the family. We designed a house in Mumbai for

entertaining statesmen and politicians, but still be a family home – a public persona and private side. Those principles of who the family is are what makes the building.

“We considered how the landscapes take you in, how people arrive – they wanted the feeling of a formal, powerful arrival – how the building engages with art. They’re Hindus, and their house is organised according to Vastu principles. The

“As a designer, one should also challenge preconceptions, challenge the status quo – never just accept ‘normal’.” one of the biggest families in India in the steel manufacturing industry. They are huge patrons of the arts. They have a foundation in India promoting local contemporary art, and they’re huge sponsors in the international art scenes.

Apart from those aspects, they’re very much a family. They wanted their house to be for

house is derived from the physical attributes of the site – where the wind comes from, when the sun goes, where they want to view. We bring all those elements together to create a building like no other, so you see there’s a reason for everything that we’ve done. We sometimes make artworks ourselves, such as a series of stainless

steel sculptures at the building entrance, like trees, that reflect the building and landscape.

“All residential projects are challenging. And they should be, because you should always challenge yourself. Inherently, each project is difficult because you’re dealing with different groups of people and they all have their own agendas. As a designer, one should also challenge preconceptions, challenge the status quo – never just accept ‘normal’.”

How does Godfrey spend his time off?

“Holidays are less frequent these days, but I’m quite good at balancing work and life,” he says.

“I’ve got a young family in Singapore, and that’s the perfect antidote. I don’t really look at the work I’ve done in the past with any great regard because I’m constantly looking to the next thing.

Everything is in a constant evolution. I think the day that you’re happy with a piece of work is the day you should retire. But what does gratify me is a client’s happiness, when he or she feels that I’ve captured their ideas. It can happen at any stage, during the first presentation or when you hand over the key.”

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The living room at Point Dume, Malibu

Million dollar man “There shouldn’t be anything in your house that you can’t use, drink from, sit on or eat out of,” asserts Martyn Lawrence Bullard. The man named as one of the world’s top interior designers by Architectural Digest told CLARISSA SANTOSO that his style is “purely eclectic”

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FAMED INTERIOR DESIGNER, author and TV personality Martyn Lawrence Bullard is admired for his extraordinary attention to detail and his passion for bringing beauty and serenity to the interiors he designs. His impeccable sense of taste has won him international acclaim, as well as the patronage of such A-List clients as Cher, Christina Aguilera, Eva Mendes, Tommy Hilfiger, and Sharon and Ozzy Osbourne.

London-born Bullard, 48, discovered his flair for design while he was in his teens. By the age of 13, he had learned to identify decorating items that were valuable or well-designed. He began buying and selling them at the Greenwich Antiques Market in South London, where he rented a stall. By the time he was 16, he had developed a clientele of prominent dealers and collectors, including the head buyer for Ralph Lauren Antiques, who shipped Bullard’s pieces to

“I believe I was born with this passion in me, and as I travelled the world as a young man, my thirst to design became even more ignited.” the United States to dress the windows of Lauren’s Madison Avenue and Rodeo Drive boutiques. He used his earnings to attend the Lee Strasberg Actors Studio in London’s Covent Garden. He eventually moved to Los Angeles in 1994, and it was as a decorator that he made his mark.

Supermodel Cheryl Tiegs was the first celebrity client of the handsome star of the TV show Million Dollar Decorators. Her Bel Air home, which he transformed into a Balineseinspired pavilion, appeared on the covers of more than a dozen magazines. While best known for high-end residential design, Bullard, who derives inspiration from his travels, has worked

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Dining room at Point Dume, with a hand blown blue glass chandelier by Tobi Tobin; Breakfast room at Point Dume, with a custom designed bookcase

on commercial properties, including the Jimmy Choo boutiques in London and Osaka, and numerous luxury resorts and restaurants around the world.

It’s only fitting that the world-famous designer should have a Hollywood retreat with a vibrant history. Bullard’s home was originally built in 1924 and its first inhabitant was dashing silentmovie star Rudolph Valentino. Subsequently, it was used for location shots for the classic movie Sunset Boulevard. Bullard has said that he understood “the drama, romance, and mystique that this jewel of a property held” when he bought it and began restoring it in 2003.

Antique French limestone and terracotta were chosen for the patio floors. The four tiered gardens, hidden nooks, and seamless indoor/ outdoor space serve as an idyllic backdrop for themed soirées as well as intimate gatherings.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Martyn Lawrence Bullard; Master suite at Point Dume; Kitchen at Point Dume with custom made stools; Master bathroom at Point Dume

of the house to act as his guide for the interiors, with an emphasis on 18th century Spanish, Portuguese, and Italian furniture. Red serves as a unifying element in the space.

Among the projects Bullard is proudest of is a residence in Point Dume, Malibu for the family owners of a prominent landscaping company.

Initially a South Western style home built in the late 1980s, it had enough land to create a magical garden, pool and large outdoor entertaining areas, which were very important to Bullard’s client. Highlights of an exclusive interview: Tell us about the house in Point Dume. Why is it so special?

The look is very easy going, with grand proportions, but a relaxed family vibe. All the soft furnishings are very deep and comfortable.

Antiques are mixed with mid-century modern pieces, and quirky lighting fixtures around the home add great scale and eccentricity to the overall design. I shopped all over the world for the furnishings, incorporating pieces from the Paris flea markets, London auction houses, New York mid-century dealers, Indonesian exporters and LA vintage stores and art dealers. Many pieces were custom-made for the house, including all the outdoor soft furnishings.

We mixed massangis limestone and marbles on other surfaces, planking the entire new living room in oak and adding 18th-century stone fireplace and bookcases to create character in the home. Batik fabrics from my own fabric line were used to upholster the dining-room walls, adding to the more casual beach house vibe while still retaining an elegant flavour. I mixed lots of natural fabrics like linens and cottons with raw woven wall coverings in jute, burlap and grass cloth. Custom-designed tribal inspired rugs are scattered throughout the rooms.

For the children’s bedrooms I interviewed them to find out their dream rooms. The girls opted for fun colours like bright pink, purples and disco balls while the son loves surfing and Hawaii,

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“Choose colours for your rooms that you look good wearing.” so I added that look to his room, bringing in an artist from Kona to paint the walls with surfing scenes and making furniture from drift woods.

The wonderful thing with homes in Malibu is that people can really live out their fantasies, and this house certainly allowed me to explore my client’s decorative dreams and make them into a reality.

How did you discover your talent for interior design?

I believe I was born with this passion in me, and as I travelled the world as a young man, my thirst to design became even more ignited. My

style is purely eclectic. I love so many things that I often mix styles to create individual looks. Each of my interiors is designed in a very customised manner, but comfort is key to all my interiors.

Travel inspires me more than anything. New people, places, cultures, smells, all inspire my mind and thus my work. Travel is my work’s greatest perk.

What are the biggest challenges in your line of work?

The biggest is to find enough time in the day to do all I want to do! However, the variety of projects and clients always inspires and delights me. I once designed a 40,000-square-foot beach villa for a client that had 16 bedroom suites. It really worked like a small hotel, which has been a great training process for me for all the hotels I work on now.

Can you tell us about some of your most spectacular international projects?

I have designed many projects internationally, from the renovation of a 12th-century castle in Italy to an Art Deco landmark hotel in Miami, a vast palace in Saudi Arabia and the Chateau Gutsch in Switzerland, once home to Queen Victoria.

Who are some figures that have had the greatest influence on your work?

David Hicks for his blend of colour, texture and periods. Renzo Mongiardino for his theatrical interiors and grand decorative gestures. And Jacques Garcia for his luxurious public spaces, hotel rooms and restaurant emporiums.

What are the latest interior design trends you’ve observed?

The use of antiques has now given way to a much more modern vibe. People understand that to mix style and period is more interesting,

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: The courtyard in Bullard’s home references Yves Saint Laurent’s Jardin Majorelle in Marrakech; Bullard’s art collection displayed in his home

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT : Bullard’s dramatic living room melds Hollywood glamour and ethnic exotica; Antique furniture and trinkets in Bullard’s home; Black and white stripes add a modern element to the arched breakfast nook in Bullard’s home

and results in a more modern and sophisticated experience. Comfort has taken the place of formality and smart home systems have become a must. 1970s and 80s décor is making a big comeback, with overscaled furniture and lots of brass, smoked mirrors and clean lacquered lines.

What inspired you to create your own line of furniture, fabrics, fragrances, fashion and jewellery?

It’s the ultimate extension of my brand. My furniture was designed because I couldn’t find those pieces in the market place and my fabrics are all inspired by my travels around the world.

Each collection reflects a new journey I have taken that has inspired me with colour, or shape of a cultural significance. They are my passion.

Candles and fragrances I love, and my own collections reflect my personal tastes of essences that delight me and make life happier. The fashion and jewellery are a new venture, but really just an extension of my personality and passions.

Can you share some decorating tips with our readers?

Choose colours for your rooms that you look good wearing. Upholster large furniture pieces in plain colours so you can add pattern with pillows and throws. The dimmer switch is vital, as lighting is everything to an interior mood.

What interesting events or projects do you have coming up?

I am currently working on the Four Seasons Residences in Beverly Hills, the famous Raleigh Hotel in Miami, and an amazing hotel in the walls of the Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. Also, my new book, Design and Decoration, is in its final stages and will be released early 2016.

What do you most hope to achieve in your lifetime?

To enjoy every day to its fullest, to love freely and be loved in return. To decorate as long as people will have me!

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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Living Room of Puri Mutiara Residence; Dining Room of Puri Mutiara Residence

THE FOUNDER OF Ted Sulisto Associates was nine years old when he moved with his family to Europe. They lived in Germany, the Netherlands, Britain, France, Italy and the United States, where he was exposed to different customs and cultures. “My parents inspired me to become an interior designer,” Sulisto told Prestige a few years ago. “They both had a great sense for the aesthetics, great taste: be it in music, art, clothes, food.” Sulisto founded his design firm in 1988.

His first commercial experience was to design the private home of a military general. He was once asked to design a Balinese garden - in Brasilia, the capital of Brazil. Another memorable experience was designing the interior of the official residence of the Indonesian ambassador in Washington DC. Highlights of his conversation with Nina Hidayat:

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You are known as a man of taste. What does good taste mean for you?

In my opinion, principally it is knowing when to stop; when you know it’s enough. It’s that perfect balance between too little and too much. This applies in many things in life, because having good taste is not only about the tie you choose or the shoes you wear. It’s everything about you

Your clothes should not scream for attention.

They should enhance but not drown you. This goes for women as well. Too much make-up, too many accessories, too much perfume, too tight or too revealing a dress, these are definitely not the ingredients of good taste. I mean, you don’t have to look like your grandmother in dowdy old clothes, but I believe there’s that balance where

“As a designer we must always try to reinvent, to reinterpret something familiar into something new, and how you carry yourself. It does automatically reflect in what you wear. For instance, I don’t buy clothes that are too trendy, ties that are “loud” and “busy”. I use aftershave lotion very, very lightly.

your clothes bring out the best in you.

I also believe that good taste is about how you are with other people. How you respect and have consideration for others. For instance, knowing

developed my own brand of style. I’d describe my design as detailed and thorough. Whatever my design style, I believe people have come to know that my work involves a lot of detail.

Every aspect is meticulously thought out. If you remember Prego, the Italian restaurant and bar, the design appears to be simple and functional, but to make it appear “simple and functional” requires careful planning, detailed design and perfect execution.

In the case of Rumah Kartanegara, it was completely the opposite. The client specified that

she wanted to transform the house and give the feel of somewhere cold and yet cosy. That’s how I came to the idea of turning into a London town house in winter. In order to achieve that, I had to start practically from scratch because the house was formerly used as a storage place and the layout and the space distribution did not suit our purpose. To begin with, I had to have enough airconditioning units to cool the entire house to a comfortable 17 degrees and, most importantly, to have enough power supply going into the house to generate the system. Then came the fireplace,

when to stop talking and to start listening.

Knowing your limit when drinking. Knowing when to return favours. I suppose good taste also reflects good manners.

What was the most influential factor that shaped you as a designer?

I’ve been fortunate to be exposed to various cultures while growing up. My parents loved art and music: Ella Fitzgerald, Louis Armstrong, Dave Brubeck and other great artists of the time.

At home, we had paintings by Trubus, Dee Zentjee and Modigliani (a print). Our home abroad was large and filled with beautiful furniture, mostly classic western with a few contemporary pieces in between. So, yes, my parents definitely were a great influence in my design persona.

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the mantle piece, timber flooring, the silk wall padding and miles of silk taffetas to abundantly drape the numerous windows and openings. It was important to get the right pieces of furniture and the soft furnishings played a major role. The colours chosen were warm palettes to enhance the cosy feeling of the rooms. It was another fun project, which the client was very happy with.

I designed a very modern house for a young couple in the south part of town (A & M House, featured in 25 Tropical Houses: Indonesia). It was fun and challenging at the same time. The owners wanted a house to reflect their out-going personality. They both love to entertain with dinner and cocktail parties, but they are also very much family orientated. Children are a priority.

So all these factors have to be accommodated in the design of the house.

On the first floor, I built a swimming pool through the entire length of the house right in front of the living room and put three large round windows on the ground floor in the family entertainment room. Besides getting an underwater view of the children swimming, the entertainment room is constantly bathed in this beautiful blue light from the portholes.

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Steel, glass and timber were used extensively throughout this three-storey house. A skylight is placed on top of the stairwell to give it a natural light. The roof is flat concrete covered in grass and used as an additional entertainment space.

The house was completed more than 15 years ago. But if you visit it today, it looks as if it were recently constructed.

What are the challenges that you often meet in a design project?

I like to be challenged. I think challenges are healthy and necessary. I’m at my best creatively when I’m faced with limitations, be it space, light, rules, regulations or cost. It forces us to think outside the boundaries and the norm. It’s refreshing.

In cases where there are no apparent challenges then I would purposely establish the limitations with my design team. It could be to limit the floor area to be built, the sourcing of materials used or even to limit the total expenditure. Of course, the client is kept abreast

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“Having good taste is not only about the tie you choose or the shoes you wear.

It’s everything about you and how you carry yourself.”

every step of the way and his in-put always comes first. Never lose sight of the end user.

What is the main design trend in Indonesia at the moment and what is your opinion on this?

What I see is more and more is a mixture of east and west, of old and new. Using elements of Indonesian design or motifs and incorporated into a contemporary or “western” setting. I think it’s a great trend. As a designer we must always try to reinvent, to reinterpret something familiar into something new, fresh and interesting. For instance, I’ve seen specially treated bamboo strips used in a bathroom floor, as one would use a hard floor such as marble or tiles. The traditional batik pattern done in laser cut metal as a screen divider or the Dayak motif cut in marble inlay and used as tabletop - the result is much like the “pietra dura” design. I mean, these are really great ideas, which I appreciate. I have noticed also a change in the colour palette used these days. Though white is still predominant, orange, light green and sky blue are becoming more common.

After having said all that, however, my feeling about trends in general is not to follow them too closely. They tend to look dated after a while. I’d rather be the one who sets the trend, not the one who follows it.

What advice would you give to a young designer?

Don’t be afraid to experiment. Try out different things. Build from the ground up with a strong concept and be able to defend your philosophy. The best designs are the simplest. Try to understand the background behind the object you want to create because most of the time what we are doing is creating objects, which have been done before.

Take the Louis Ghost chair, for instance. If you look at the lines and shape it’s a classic Louis XVI chair from the 18th century, but instead of the gilded timber and heavy embroidered upholstery you would normally associate it with, Philippe Starck reinvented the chair entirely in transparent plastic. Brilliant. It’s clean, simple and he made it affordable. You can put this chair in any surrounding and, I guarantee you, it will not look out of place. This is great design.

So, do experiment with textures, colours and forms, but remember you have to know the rules before you can break them. These are essential ingredients to become a great designer.

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Living Room of Puri Mutiara residence; Ted Sulisto; Foyer of Kemang Timur residence

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Meaningful vision Roland Adam told NINA HIDAYAT about his 25 years in interior design and how his success comes from a combination of hard work, good taste and great people skills

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EVEN WHEN ROLAND ADAM walks into a crowded room, it’s impossible not to notice him and his warm, outgoing personality. For his Prestige Lifestyle photo shoot, the renowned interior designer was dressed impeccably in a welltailored black suit, with a grey scarf and a simple grey corsage in place of a pocket square. “I’m trying something different. It doesn’t always have to be a tie and a pocket square, does it?” he smiles.

Adam’s interest in design started early. “Ever since I was little, I have always liked to decorate things,” he reminisces. “I would move the furniture around at home, just to give the space some refreshment.” He studied economics in London, returning to Indonesia in 1988. His first job was at manager of Chic Mart, a home and living store in Kemang.

“Besides doing the paperwork, I used my time to rearrange the products in the store,” he recalls. “I turned it into a concept store, and the customers liked it. They started buying products from the store and asking me to arrange them at their houses. It started with decorating a corner in a house, and then continued on to designing an entire house. It all started from there and thankfully, it hasn’t stopped since.”

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Adam is proud to have designed private residences, offices, show units and even yachts for clients in Jakarta, Hong Kong, Sydney and Amsterdam. Among his most loyal clients are three generations of ladies who have trusted him to design their houses. “I’ve designed many different spaces, and even products, but my heart always goes back to private residences,” says the pioneer of Indonesian interior designer collective ID12. “Each project feels very meaningful. What I always keep in mind is how best to realise a client’s vision for their home. I want it to be their home, not Roland Adam’s. It’s a matter of giving up your ego and doing your job as an interior designer.”

He spends a lot of time getting to know his clients, often giving up his weekends, with the aim of understanding their personalities and preferences. “Clients these days are very smart,”

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he points out. “They check for references and they know what the market prices are. That’s why, as a designer, you have to know how to be their collaborator. In order to do that, first and foremost you need to earn their respect.”

Hard as he works, Adam makes it a point to give back. “I feel blessed to be where I am today, and it’s only right to give back,” he explains. “I believe it’s not only about donating money, but also giving up your time and sharing your knowledge.”

For the last seven years, Adam has supported Cita Tenun Indonesia (CTI) and its social projects aimed at promoting authentic Indonesian tenun internationally. For CTI, Adam regularly visits tenun craftsmen in Southeast Sulawesi and West Kalimantan, to guide them on how to adjust their work to suit current trends, as well as giving them insights on how to come up with upholstery

products. “Getting to the villages is quite an effort, we need to take wooden boats and go through bumpy roads, but it’s all worth it,” he smiles. “The most priceless moment is to see the faces of the craftsmen. It shows how much they appreciate the effort you put into guiding them.”

Besides working on high-end residences and commercial spaces, Adam also lends his expertise to design living products. Among his collaborators are reputable furniture retailers Forme and Moie and quality mattress manufacturer King Koil.

Recently, Adam was appointed to be Indonesia’s first ambassador for fine silver flatware and home accessories manufacturer Christofle. “I think it’s about time an Indonesian designer turned his or her own name into a brand,” he says. “I’m humbled to be associated with quality brands that I’ve collaborated with.”

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“What I always keep in mind is how best to realise a client’s vision for their home. I want it to be their home, not Roland Adam’s. It’s a matter of giving up your ego and doing your job as an interior designer.”

Times are changing for the interior design industry, and Adam is fully aware of this. “I’m glad that people are becoming savvier about interior design,” he declares. “They are exposed to magazines, websites and are decorating their own homes with the inspiration they get. It’s also a challenge for the older generation of interior designers, including me. It’s a reminder that if we don’t keep creative, our names will be washed away. For all young designers out there, always remember that there’s no such thing as instant gratification. It’s all about hard work. Giving up your weekends and making other sacrifices - this is the price you pay for real success.”

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Living & Dining Room of Four Winds Apartment Show Unit; Roland Adam

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Beauty of process Interior and product designer Yuni Jie of Jie Design aims to bring her minimalist aesthetic and casual sense of elegance to an international audience, writes NINA HIDAYAT

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“My creative process is fast and efficient because I pretty much know what I want and I am very straightforward”

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A QUEEN-SIZED BED clothed in earthy toned linen stands beside warm brown wooden furniture. White frames line the edges of the space. Hanging by the bedsides are two rows of upside down flower pots, filled with greeneries that add quirkiness to an otherwise sterile space.

The space, which is displayed at Moie for its VIP Summer Party, perfectly embodies Yuni Jie’s design, which she describes as “understated elegance, having just the right dose of design and never too much.”

The pixie-cut designer, always looking chic in her monochromatic ensembles and now expecting her second child, recently launched her fifth interior design book, aptly titled The Art of Casual Elegance. Her simple aesthetic, with significant surprises like unique-shaped chairs and contrasting greenery thrown in between, is a hit among Jakarta’s design-conscious crowd.

“Most of the time, I work on high-end residential projects,” says Yuni. “I know my clients very well, and that’s one of the reasons why we work very well together.” While many creative workers are notorious for erratic working hours, crediting irregular schedules to sporadic light bulb moments, Yuni is an exception. She is a success story in a creative industry with an almost corporate-like work ethic.

“I can be inspired almost anytime and anywhere, not depending on my mood,” says Yuni, who studied at Cornish College of The Arts in Seattle and the Pratt Institute in New York. “My creative process is fast and efficient because I pretty much know what I want and I am very straightforward. I don’t really like to change my mind when it comes to making decisions.”

A fuss-free philosophy aligns with Yuni’s take on good design. She believes it as something that “can improve a human’s quality of life. It should be functional, not just decorative. It should be something that accommodates your needs.” Therefore, she is enthusiastic about the recent mass conscience in design, where interior inspirations extend from the pages of Architectural Digest to Instagram feeds. “In the future, design should be more sustainable. People

CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: A casually elegant bedroom; Greenery to break up a white space; Novelty furniture in a minimalist setting

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“Design should be more democratic and reachable to almost any level of economy status”

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Symmetry theat creates harmony; Wooden tones to warm up a space; Function is a big part of Yuni’s design aesthetic

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in general should appreciate and use design as a tool to improve their lives. There are so many aspects of design that can make life better.”

Previously, interior design in Indonesia belonged solely to the upper echelons of the social strata. Such is not the case of the modern life. But the rise of the middle class sees working yuppies and young couples applying principles of good design and hiring interior designers to beautify their homes.

“I see many progressive and promising young designers in this country, and that makes me happy,” says Yuni, who remembers the late Jaya Ibrahim as someone who successfully brought an Indonesian aesthetic to the international scene. “Design should be more democratic and reachable to almost any level of economy status. I don’t see other designers as competitors because everyone has his or her own character and markets. We should really learn from each other and inspire each other in the name of good design. We should complement, not compete.”

Yuni hopes her creations will stand the test of time. Her idols are Charles and Ray Eames, who made groundbreaking contributions to architecture, furniture design, industrial design and manufacturing. “I believe in striving for the best and delivering the best results in everything I do, whether at work as a designer or at home as a mom,” she smiles. “Most importantly, I want to be an inspiration for younger designers.”

She dreams of her interior design projects and products going international. The designer is working towards her goal. For example, her work is displayed at the Indonesia Pavilion at the World Expo Milan 2015 that runs to October 31.

The expo sees 140 participating countries and attracts over 20 million visitors annually.

Yuni, who established Jie Design in 2009, believes in the beauty of process. “I believe that the exposure I get from doing projects and meeting clients has helped my design to mature. Now I feel more in control and have the confidence to really edit my design. Characterwise, I feel that I have found my true identity in design: modern, warm, urban, comfort, unpretentious and timeless. I would say to aspiring designers: Never give up. Work hard and stay focused. Create a good reputation. Be humble and inspire one another”.

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“GOOD DESIGN IS an art that makes itself useful,” says Joke Roos of the mission of Studio Air Putih, which she founded with her architect husband Denny Gondo. “Our studio is named as such because our design work represents balance and purity. Water is an essential for life, while white represents purity. Water and white are also used as the main concept of our office design.”

Functionality plays an important part in Joke’s interior design projects, a trait that she believes comes from her architectural background. She decided that she wanted to be a designer when she was 16 and went on to graduate from the Architecture School of Universitas Parahyangan in Bandung. She worked for the Kurt L. Ritzmann architectural firm in Stuttgart, Germany and for Ahara Prima Design in Jakarta before starting out on her own.

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Hotel Tentrem, Yogyakarta; Joke Roos; Hotel Tentrem, Yogyakarta

“Good design lies in the details. It’s about how the design reflects a client’s way of life, as well as his or her quality of life”

Studio Air Putih is the firm behind the design of Hotel Tentrem, a luxury hotel in Yogyakarta that combines international aesthetic with traditional Javanese detailing. Owned by Sido Muncul Group, the grand property has 276 rooms and suites and features an art gallery, a majestic swimming pool and a tranquil spa among others. “Hotel Tentrem was a big project that involved multiple clients,” says Joke. “The biggest challenge was to accommodate all visions and to create a solid, conceptual design out of all the ideas.”

There is a certain air of tranquility in Joke that is apparent when she talks. It might be the result of handling clients from different walks of life since she started her career in 1996. “When dealing with clients, the most important thing to have is the ability to listen to their needs and desires. There are times when clients’ demands are not technically possible, or clash with the big theme of the project. This is when an interior designer has to put herself in a client’s shoe and explain in an understandable way about the design direction. Compromise between designer and client is key.”

It is from the client’s initial brief that Joke draws her inspirations. “Creativity can be found anywhere,” she smiles. She develops her designs based on the vision of her clients, making functionality the main consideration. “Creativity in commercial design is limited by the clients’ briefs, but that’s the beauty of it. A job well done is when a designer is able to realise her creative ideas while still fulfilling the clients’ needs.”

Joke has been recognised for her remarkable projects, including high-end residences at Senopati Suites and Pantai Indah Kapuk and for real estate company Modernland. In 2007, the International Association of Lighting Designers in New York honoured her with its Excellence 24 award. “Good design lies in the details,” she says. “It’s about how the design reflects a client’s way of life, as well as his or her quality of life.

It is also a balancing act – a good design is visually appealing, while staying functional in the long run.”

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“Truth, humanity and simplicity are the foundation of all my work. That way, every project will have a soul.”

When there are two creative heads in the house, differences are part of the reality.

What’s the creative process like between Joke and Gondo? “Luckily, we both come from architecture background, so it puts us on the same ground,” she says. “We have the same basic understanding of things, and we go from there.

Even when we approach each project differently, we work with a professional work ethic so the best decisions could be made.”

In any project that she works on, Joke always approaches it with honesty. She puts human element into the picture when designing, and perhaps that is the secret behind her popularity among high-end residential owners in Jakarta.

“Don’t simply follow trends while neglecting your vision as a designer,” she says. Joke sees a designer’s vision as the main guideline for the whole creative process, including when choosing the suitable furniture for a project. “The furniture you put in a space is not standalone, it is the extension of a concept that you’re trying to convey as a designer. It’s part of the ambience.

The shape, the size, the style of it has to be consistent with the concept of a space.”

Joke believes that every designer should be sincere when taking on any work. “Truth, humanity and simplicity are the foundation of all my work,” she declares. “That way, every project will have a soul.”

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Fun in design Hamphrey Tedja and Santi Alaysius of Domisilium Studio are spicing up Indonesia’s interior design scene with their exuberant sense of humour, writes NINA HIDAYAT

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“When we collaborate, it could be described as I make the body and Santi gives it a personality.”

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“WE’LL POSE TOGETHER for you, but please don’t make this look like a pre-wedding photo!” jokes Santi Alaysius. The holder of a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Interior Design and Fashion Marketing Management from The Art Institute in Seattle is half of the leadership of Domisilium Studio, a design firm whose biggest claim to fame to date is one of Indonesia’s first design hotels, Kosenda. The other half is Hamphrey

Tedja, an architect who graduated from Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago. Sarcastic jokes and playful banter are an inseparable part of an encounter with this design duo. Their lighthearted attitude is reflected in every project they work on.

Watching the sun set at BART (Bar at the Rooftop) at Artotel Thamrin is like seeing Jakarta from another point of view. Surrounded by

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Guest Room at Kosenda Hotel; 127 Cafe at Kosenda Hotel

skyscrapers, there is a novel quietness right in the heart of the metropolis. The design is modern yet casual, reflecting Tedja and Santi’s years in America. “Wait till it gets dark. BART is a night creature, best enjoyed after the sun goes down,” says Tedja. The rooftop bar sports monochromatic schemes in a bold way: geometric patterns and pop art-style paintings on the walls. Cushioned sofas merge with an industrial-style bar.

“When it comes to commercial spaces like this, we want it to be chic but not intimidating - a place that could be dressed up or down. As much as possible, we don’t want to be stuck with just one specific aesthetic. As interior designers, we are supposed to be the mirrors of our clients. We shouldn’t dictate an aesthetic, but refine it,” Tedja says. “Both BART and Kosenda reflect the vision of their owners. Erastus Radjimin (of Artotel) is a metropolitan man, while

Reuben Kosenda is quirky, the type of guy who can mix batik and Bottega Veneta effortlessly.” Santi and Tedja agree that if there were any such thing as signature interior designing, theirs would be “the high energywe put into everyspace.We do itwith patterns, colours and contrasts. With commercial spaces, it’s always a good idea to trigger lots of eye movement and evoke excitement with your design.”

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“It’s an exciting time to be in this profession, but you never want to get stuck in your comfort zone.”

Domisilium Studio’s next project is what they call “one of the few projects that actually give us goose bumps”. It is an upcoming design hotel in Seminyak, Bali by Tauzia Hotel Management, due to open in August. “We were given carte blanche, and we decided that we would push our boundaries by playing with fun colours. In the lobby, I decorated a wooden object with splashes of paint. There are oversized objects positioned around the space, too. It’s a really fun project, and it turns out to have a very vibrant, Memphis-style ambience,” says Santi.

Santi and Tedja credit their solid teamwork to the different strong points they have as designers. “I am an architect so when I design a space, I focus on the technical aspects of it. It gives me the upper hand in space planning and layout,” says Tedja. “Santi, on the other hand, is really good at creating mood boards. When we collaborate, it could be described as I make the body and Santi gives it a personality.”

Before starting Domisilium Studio in 2009, both Santi and Tedja worked at reputable design firms in the US. Santi spent four years at Thom Filicia in New York and Simeone Deary in Chicago. Tedja gained experience from working in Chicago for seven years. Today, their boutique studio has a team of eight, with up to four interns at a time.

“We were involved in big projects like the JW Marriott in Indianapolis and Elysian Hotel (now Waldorf Astoria) in Chicago,” recalls Santi. “It was a sink or swim opportunity that I treasured,” says Santi. Cautions Tedja: “I don’t think interior designers should rush to work on their own.

That’s why, at Domisilium, we encourage internships. You’ll learn from the exposure.

Gain your experience and there will be a time when you’re ready to go on your own. In this industry, it’s not just knowledge, but the amount of experience you have that can make or break your career.”

The escalating demand here for well-designed spaces is good news for Domisilium Studio.

“Compared to six years ago, when we came back to Indonesia, the value of interior designers has gone up threefold,” says Santi. Adds Tedja: “It’s an exciting time to be in this profession, but you never want to get stuck in your comfort zone. We need to keep updating ourselves, keep up with new materials, keep making connections with people and keep creating. You’ve got to put your soul into every creation.”

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: BART at Artotel Thamrin; Hamphrey Tedja & Santi Alaysius

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NEW-YORK BASED furniture designer Laura Kirar wanted to be an artist when she was a child.

“But as I got older, I became more interested in my environment,” she says in an exclusive interview with Prestige. “I even designed my own bedroom as a teenager. And in my early 20s, I became passionate about architecture. I was very excited by the idea of manipulating the spatial environment, and how to make people CLARISSA SANTOSO feel something about how a space is designed and modified.”

Kirar is the founder and Creative Director of Laura Kirar Design, a firm with a focus on highend residential product design. She partners with Baker Furniture to create the much-admired Laura Kirar Collection, which is exclusively available at Bika in Kemang. For her latest collection, she has designed 30 pieces for the living room, bedroom and dining room, as well as occasional pieces. Trained in fine arts with a degree in sculpture and interior architecture from the prestigious School of the Art Institute of Chicago, she incorporates original details – like the narwhal tusk-shaped legs that support her Narwhal Chair – that create memorable statements.

“There is an interesting story behind every piece I create,” says Kirar. “Many different cultures inspire me, and over time they’re found their way into the fibre of what I’m creating.

Each piece is unique, but I try to create them in a way that they can have a dialogue with one other, so they look great in the same space together. I reference multiple influences in the pieces that have strong geometric patterns or shapes. I looked at historical references but didn’t translate them exactly because I wanted to NINA HIDAYAT create something new. We have the influence of

“Cultures inspire me, and over time they’re found their way into the fibre of what I’m creating,” New York-based furniture designer Laura Kirar tells

so many things in our culture. We’re digesting art, literature, news, but it’s how all of that comes out of us in a new way. The Tonio chest, for example, references Portuguese tile, tribal tattoos and African weavings. I think that’s a better way to communicate with people, and more people can find something familiar in that piece.”

Subtle Mexican influences are also apparent in her work, such as details inspired by a 17th century hacienda in a village on the Yucatan peninsula that Kirar and her husband, Richard Frazier, have been restoring. Set between the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico, the property boasts a fertile plantation surrounded by lush coastal plains and jungle-covered hills.

“The building itself is a romantic structure, and breathtakingly beautiful,” says Kirar. “There’s something magical about it. When I found it, I felt almost as if I was supposed to be the guardian of it. I feel like I’m its protector and I need to restore

process Interior and product designer Yuni Jie of Jie Design aims to bring her minimalist aesthetic and casual sense of elegance to an international audience, writes

CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Tonio Chest; Laura Kirar posing next to the Syro Table Lamp

PRODUCT PHOTOS COURTESY OF BIKA FURNITURE/LAURA KIRAR; PROFILE SHOT: JOE SABARTO

Striving for authenticity

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Narwhal Chair; Milpa Bedside Chest; Charla Arm Chair and Side Chair under the Syro Chandelier; Hermano Sofa; Lola Chaise

it the right way. It’s all hand-stacked stone, and the building I’m restoring was built on the site of an ancient Mayan ruin, so a lot of the stones used in building that house were actually older stones from ancient temples. It’s a different approach to building and how long the project takes. We’re doing it the way things were done 300 years ago, which is very slow and requires a lot of patience.

I fell in love with its history and the culture – people there still do so much with their hands.

“The sisal rope is a direct reference to Mexico and the influence of being there. It’s a material I’ve always liked, but it wasn’t until I started working in that part of the world that I started to really pay attention to it. Sisal is native to southern Mexico

“Each piece is unique, but I try to create them in a way that they can have a dialogue with one other, so they look great in the same space together” and its use has spread around the world. It’s a strong, resilient material and has many uses. It fell out of fashion, and I wanted to do something fresh and modern with it. That was the idea behind wrapping the Bie Accent Table in rope, to show that it could be more artistic than utilitarian.”

Asked to define her aesthetic, Kirar replies: “My philosophy is to approach every situation individually. I strive for a sense of something authentic – authentic materials, like real walnut and real bronze used in the collection – and a celebration of artistry, meaning that I want to work with the craftsmen and artists themselves so every piece is special. I incorporate a special finish only one particular artisan can create, or a carving detail, metal details, and little secret surprises.”

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Kirar says she “fell into” the world of interior design when she started creating sculptures with illumination. “My work was about the throwing of the light, its textures and patterns. Collectors started buying them in twos and using them almost as sconces, so my very first furniture pieces were lighting. I like the idea of creating art that is functional. Today, there’s a lot of crossover between design and art. Artists are creating furniture and designers are creating art. For me, each creation has its own element of conceptual perception. When I create sculptures, I’m conceiving a whole different set of priorities and parameters about what I’m trying to communicate to somebody, and it might be more challenging than creating a beautiful living environment. A piece of furniture is a statement about the way to live and that, in and of itself, is important.”

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Paris-based Sacha Lakic told CLARISSA SANTOSO

how he became a furniture designer and the philosophy behind his timeless creations for Roche Bobois

“MY DESIGN PHILOSOPHY when I create something is to have it be timeless,” says Sacha Lakic. “I don’t focus on current trends. When you stick too close to what’s fashionable at the moment, you might be very much out of fashion when the trends change. I always imagine what would be the new trends, and I always project myself in the future,” shares “People who know me can recognise my designs easily because they always contain the idea of movement or motion.

These are influences from my background in car and motorcycle design. It’s like when you see a photograph of an athlete who is running – you see the muscles and such, but because it’s in a picture, it’s frozen. This is the idea I try to express in my furniture: it’s static, but there is an expression of movement in elements of the design.”

Lakic points to the stitching on the cushions of his Improviste Sofa in Roche Bobois’ new showroom in Menteng. “When I design furniture, I draw from the idea of visual comfort. You can see the tufts on the seat showing the thickness of the foam. You would not have the same perception if the cushion was completely flat.”

It was in 2004 that Lakic created the Speed Up collection for Roche Bobois, a quintessentially Parisian high-end homefurniture chain specialising in contemporary pieces by international designers. Lakic regards the collection as important because it showed the direction the brand wanted to go in terms of design strategy, and it incorporated his ideas of speed and motion.

Born in Belgrade, Lakic moved to Paris at a very young age. His father was a designer for some of Avenue Montaigne’s most famous outlets. “I discovered my passion in design thanks to my father. He is in the business of fashion design and I grew up with nice photos, sketches and fabrics. As a child, I was very much attracted to the colours and sensitive to visuals.

I could’ve been a fashion designer if my father had pushed me a little bit more, but my passion for cars was too strong,” smiles Lakic, whose first job was in Peugeot’s Interior Style division. His talent led him to the design offices of the FrancoJapanese manufacturer MBK-Yamaha, where he made his mark on all of the brand’s products,

The award-winning Onda bed

PRODUCT PHOTOS COURTESY OF SACHA LAKIC/LAKIC.COM; PROFILE SHOT: EVAN PRADITYA

Expressions of Movement

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Intuition sofa; Bubble sofa series; Recamier sofa from Speed Up series; Arum chair

from concept bikes to mass-produced models, in the shape of the 1993 Janus design award.

Lakic established his own design company in 1994. He started to design furniture in 1996 after a chance encounter with François Roche, one of the founders of Roche Bobois. “I entered the world of furniture design by accident,” he smiles. “I just met the right people at the right moment. Francois was very much impressed with my motorcycle designs and asked if I would be interested in designing furniture. At the time, I was doubtful because I had never tried designing furniture before, but it was interesting to see that in his eyes, he was convinced that I could do it. I didn’t want to disappoint him, and that gave me a huge motivation. My first design was a bed that was a metaphor of a flying carpet,” says Lakic.

His first design for Roche Bobois, the Onda Bed, was awarded the Casaidea prize in Rome.

Lakic has also been working with electric sports and luxury car manufacturer Venturi Automobiles for more than 10 years. Last year,

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the Monaco-based firm took on the challenge of participating in the Formula E races, an FIA Championship for electric vehicles. Lakic designed the elegant black and red graphic of the electric single-seater Venturi race car. “I believe that this is one solution to make automotives cleaner and more exciting. When we design electric cars, we continue to talk about passion.

People focus on what’s exciting, what looks good and what’s fun to drive,” says Lakic. The designer says that, contrary to popular belief, electric cars are powerful and fun to drive.

Besides working with Venturi, Lakic has many other projects under way, including designing electric motorcycles and sunglasses for Mauboussin. He is designing a spa in the middle of the desert in Dubai, and a yacht in Monte Carlo. He promises to bring his characteristic forward-looking design aesthetic to bear: “For me, what I see now is already old. I like to be ahead and to give products character through my designs.”

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BAKER FURNITURE BEDROOM SET BY BARBARA BARRY. AVAILABLE AT BIKA LIVING

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FRITZ HANSEN Reinterpreting Danish design

HOMES ARE FASCINATING. They are the settings for people’s lives and they often tell stories about who they are. In all homes, furniture plays an important role.

It can be pieces that people have selected and bought themselves, and it can be pieces they have inherited or received as presents. Regardless of their origin, they tell a story about who the owners are. A home is well designed when it’s personal and offers a welcoming and inviting space – when it has that indefinable quality called hominess.

It’s a challenge to create a home that appears vivid, personal and to have soul. However, two new chairs by renowned Spanish designer Jaime Hayon are the first step towards bringing that exceptional atmosphere into a setting. In a series of designs, Hayon has reinterpreted Danish design for Fritz Hansen, combining his unique talent and a touch of Spanish playfulness with Danish minimalism and craftsmanship. That magical combination is also manifested in his two new designs for Fritz Hansen: the dining chair Sammen and the armchair Fri, which bring a warm, cosy feel to any setting and make people feel right at home.

“Together with Fritz Hansen, I have created a dining chair and an armchair,” says Hayon. “Both are a natural part of the Favn, Ro and Analog family, reflecting the same idea that our former furniture designs have been based on: our shared principles of working with the best materials and aiming for simplicity and maximum comfort. Both chairs can be characterised as open, free and public designs that let you become a part of the life that goes on around you. They create a cosy, warm and informal feel in any setting, whether it is a home, an office or a restaurant.”

Designed for living, Fri, the new armchair by Jaime

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Hayon, is a natural extension of Ro. While Ro offers a calm and sheltered space for relaxation and reflection, Fri encourages people to be part of the environment and join in. It obviously takes more than a chair to create a cosy feel, but Fri is a first step towards bringing this exceptional atmosphere into life, as it is designed to put people in the mood for connecting with others and to contribute a pleasant and open atmosphere. Fri creates a space where the users can feel relaxed and comfortable without feeling withdrawn or unapproachable, allowing them to spend quality time and take part in the meaningful moments of everyday life at home, office or a restaurant.

Hayon’s other new creation is Sammen, a soft and comfortable dining chair. The design is straightforward, open and friendly. (Sammen is Danish for being together.) The chair is designed for a pleasant evening in the company of good friends and family with good conversations and many treasured moments. It is instantly likable because it is an honest, modern and simple chair – a comfortable seat that makes its users feel relaxed and free to share their thoughts with everyone around the dinner table. It is where people eat, meet, work and discuss life’s events, big and small, spending hours of quality time.

Sammen puts people in the right frame of mind – relaxed, at ease and ready to take part in these shared moments. The warm look of the wooden legs and the soft, padded shell that embraces its users makes the chair a perfect choice for the dining room.

www.fritzhansen.com

BAKER BARBARA BARRY COLLECTION California Dreaming

FOR SPRING 2015, Baker returns to Barbara Barry to design a collection that “stands the test of time.” For the new Baker Barbara Barry collection, available at Bika Furniture in Kemang, Barbara has designed a small portfolio of lounge chairs and ottomans inspired

by California, where Barry lives and works. “California has been a huge influence on my body of work. The light here illuminates and reveals so much that over the years I have built a muscle and a thirst for nuance,” says Barry.

“These new pieces are about a certain mood and the casual and natural elegance of California living. So this collection has a little more ‘kicked back’ attitude to it; a relaxed style that is still very luxurious and very Baker but coming from someone who lives this kind of lifestyle. There is nothing uptight, nothing formal nor period specific about this work… it is more a state of mind.”

With a decidedly relaxed look, the Tiburon Sofa from the Baker Barbara

Barry Spring 2015 collection invites one to sit back and relax. The modern, scale offers a deep and supportive sit making it the perfect solution for large open floor plans. Defined by a strong silhouette, the Presidio Sofa’s exquisitely tailored form has a supportive and comfortable bench sit. Resting atop is five throw pillows that invite an opportunity for creative fabric application. The Presidio Sofa rests on an exposed wood base with optional brass ferrules on the front legs.

The Nob Hill Lounge Chair, sculptural and beautiful from all angles, is designed to float in any space. The exposed wood frame showcases Baker’s finish capabilities and attention to detail. The Piedmont Lounge Chair has a fluid, painterly-like form, seamlessly blending tight upholstery with a low open back. The exposed wood details provide an opportunity to showcase Baker’s remarkable finish capabilities. For simple seating, the Madison Square Tabouret and Ondine Oval Cocktail Ottoman slips into any room for support.

Barbara has also focused her keen eye on a small but stunning new fabric collection for Spring 2015. In collaboration with Italian mills, Barry has developed a line rich in texture and refined in palette showcasing natural fibres of subtle quality. These soft neutrals

cultivate a peaceful and restful backdrop and quietly support the vibrancy of life. This new collection is showcased on her furniture and can also serve as a wardrobe of neutral and usable basics for designers.

“I live unabashedly for beauty and for me beauty never goes out of fashion,” declares Barry. “I believe timelessness comes from simplicity. Design is all about the process or rather I should say that design is process, and a never-ending one at that. For me design is fluid, it doesn’t begin or end with a single thought or idea but rather it is a continuum, a continuum of ideas, sometimes a fragments, sometimes whole ideas. It is a dialogue in my head where I link one thought with another, one shape to another, a certain colour to another. ” Bika Living Jl. Kemang Raya No. 91, Jakarta 12730 Tel: 62-21 719 8080

www.groupbika.com www.bakerfurniture.com

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BENTLEY HOME COLLECTION

CLIFFDEN COFFEE TABLE AND SIDE TABLE

Live the way you drive

RUGBY SOFA

NOW PEOPLE CAN live the way they drive, with a new range of handmade furniture from Bentley Home.

Inspired by the techniques, materials and finishes that characterise Bentley’s renowned car interiors, Bentley Home Collection creates exclusive atmospheres with its unmistakable style where luxury and class blend perfectly.

At the 2015 Salone del Mobile, Bentley Home unveiled a collection with dynamic contours in a remodelling of the distinctive features so dear to the Bentley tradition. It features an aristocratic air tempered by a young look, yet which still has a strong impact: style and savoir faire pay homage to a directional design, revealing minute details that emerge in the silhouette and shapes of the sofas, armchairs, beds and accessories.

Elements typical of men’s tailoring, such as pinstripes, Prince of Wales checks and new geometric patterns taken from the world of ties join the ranks of iconic Bentley patterns, including the diamond quilted motif.

They are skilfully expressed and applied on light, soft and very fine leathers in shades of beige, mink and cognac, matched with incredibly fine hound’s toothpatterned wool and structured fabrics.

Broad and fluffy, the pieces come in masterfully worked furs of silver fox, Arctic marble, natural red and light fawn fox. They create stoles and cushions and adorn the plaid edges in cashmere. The use of briar root in Chestnut is manifested in the structures and surfaces.

Veined Ebony Macassar, exclusive onyx and light Calacatta marbles adorn table tops and coffee tables, along with a gun-metal finish at the base.

The Bentley Home Collection includes the following finely crafted pieces:

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Rugby Sofa The proportionate traits and the lounging taste of the small Rugby armchair have been carried over to the sofa version. All the charm of the elegance expressed in forms that never go out of style in a design which is reminiscent of British golf club settings.

The enveloping features of the wide body, made in precious briar root, embrace the padding of the base upholstered with soft leather, measured by contrasting-coloured piping which traces the outline of the seat. It comes with chevron velvet upholstery in tones of hazelnut.

Bradley Table Bradley table’s minimal features set the pace for its refined design, in which the leg entirely built into the top stands out, in line with the formal motif. With its essential line, it is minutely finished in every detail and in the use of woods like briar root or Ebony Macassar paired with precious leather for the top and structure.

Baron Chair The enveloping line and rounded design of the Baron chair takes on a formal elegance that becomes an invitation for rest. A highly versatile solution, perfect for being put in lounge or living room

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contexts, which exalts the value of works of absolute quality. It is introduced in ivory-coloured sheepskin.

Cliffden Coffee Table and Side Table The coffee table and side table in different sizes are an excellent furniture solution for meeting and lounge areas. Cliffden is a contemporary offering with a structure either in solid Canaletto walnut wood or handupholstered in leather. The leather, briar root or Ebony Macassar top is embellished with gunmetal finished steel detailing.

Harold Chest of Drawers and Bedside Table Line of drawer chests and bedside tables with a sober, rational style characterised by the front piece without a handle. Harold offers a look defined by curvy contours with leather upholstery for the front piece of the drawers and sides. The lacquered glass, briar root or Ebony Macassar top is enriched by a metal border detailing.

Bentley Home Collection is exclusively available at Designclopedia.

www.luxurylivinggroup.com

PROMEMORIA LAKE TALES Inspired by Lake Como FOUNDED IN 1988 by Romeo Sozzi, Promemoria is a family-owned company that creates luxury furnishings in the finest traditions of quality Italian craftsmanship. The company’s roots lie in the tradition of cabinet making. The artisan skills are represented through four generations of Sozzi family who began by creating carriages for local nobility in the c19th and went on to the restoration of fine antique furniture, before finally forming their own collections. This family’s path over the generations has been one of continuous refinement of working techniques, establishing a deep understanding of the materials and craft.

Promemoria creates timeless objects of sustainable beauty and substance, using the highest quality materials and a refined aesthetic. In this context, materials are not only the means of the creation of the object, but are also emotional components of a precious and ancient knowledge.

Sozzi is the creative spirit of Promemoria, which he personally directs together with his three sons: Stefano, responsible for the carpenter’s shop; David, an architect and responsible of the office planning; and Paolo, who undertakes the general management.

The continuing sense of beauty, innovative research, attention to detail and talented staff in the atmosphere of a family business - the distinguishing features of Promemoria, create their own style of timeless elegance.

Drawing inspiration from the nature around his home by the Lake Como, Romeo Sozzi takes a look at “his” lake as a daily barometer; an expression of different moods, a dynamic canvas of inspiring reflections. This is where Promemoria Lake Tales, the company’s 2015 collection available exclusively at Moie, begins. He scrutinises a form and sketches from its picturesque landscape. It could be the profile of a mountain that will evolve into a handle, the shape of a wave on the lake that will become the profile of a drawer and words on paper, even to define the colours on a cloud to a rock.

The collection highlights Luccio, a small table in black maple wood reflecting the enchanted pikes among the algae in Lake Como. Moreover, there is Fosca, a floor lamp of ebony with a bronze base. It

features a silk oval lampshade, which envelopes the top of the lamp like the morning mist on the mountain tops of Lake Como.

Another highlight of the collection is the Amacord Halley cabinet with small bronze particles individually inlaid into the precious ebony, creating a celestial scene of falling stars as painted on the heavenly sky of Lake Como.

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ASTON COLLECTION

BY MINOTTI A cosmopolitan spirit

Minotti exhibits a cosmopolitan spirit, eschews mass production and honours its strong ties with tradition. Founded

by Alberto Minotti in the 1950s, Minotti developed into an industrial enterprise in the 1960s. The next step was taken by Renato and Roberto Minotti. In the 1970s and 80s they made their surname a nationally and internationally acknowledged brand. Responsible for the company’s strategies, the Minotti brothers shared the creative line, stylistic characteristics and aesthetic principles with the architect Rodolfo Dordoni, who has been co-ordinating the collections since 1997.

“Made in Italy” is the key ingredient of Minotti’s identity. The emphasis of the brand is on a blend of tradition and technology. Craftsmanship enhances a product based on state-of-the-art mechanisation. Manual dexterity contributes feeling and emotion to industrial accuracy. Minotti has reached the forefront of the interior design market and stands out as a manufacturer and marketer of upholstered pieces and furniture due to its in-depth research on materials,

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impeccable details, contemporaneity, comfort, reliability and durability.

The collection unfolds through an authentic dialog between formal elegance inspired by the history of Italian design, the value of craftsmanship, the rigour of industrial design and the insight to capture contemporary trends. Tangible values like quality, style and comfort speak a timeless, universal language and converge in a collection that portrays perfect balance between product design, decorative taste and sophisticated interior decor, all clearly tracing back to the brand’s identity.

Among the highlights is Aston, a family of individual pieces, including a sofa, a daybed, armchairs, poufs, chairs and stools custom-designed to furnish homes and “hospitality spaces” with style and elegance, allowing the conversation to continue between indoors and outdoors. Aston has a compact size and graceful lines are a boon to creating innovative interior design projects that express continuity and consistency of style between interior and exterior settings.

The Aston Collection was designed by Dordoni.

Born in Milan in 1954, he graduated with a degree in Architecture in 1979 from the Milan Polytechnic. His inspiration for the Aston collection was the memory of the old-fashioned parlour or drawing room, reserved for receiving guests, where smaller-scale sofas and dainty armchairs were in fashion. Today,

lifestyles have certainly changed but the taste for preserving tradition and the measured elegance expressed by some furnishings from the past has come back into vogue.

Inspiration for the Aston sofa, armchair, pouf and daybed is unabashedly retro. What they have in common is eloquent lines, a more conservative scale and the kind of painstaking construction that expresses time-tested craftsmanship. The sofa features an enveloping back that is echoed in the lines of the armrest; it is raised off the floor on pewter colour cast aluminium feet that underscore its fine design qualities. Meanwhile, the Aston armchair, which is available with or without arms, features soft padding in the seat cushion and the seat back, extending a comfortable welcome for the users. The Aston Collection is available exclusively at Minotti by Moie in Jakarta.

www.minotti.com

SAINT-LOUIS Exploration of Crystal

CREATED IN COLLABORATION with designer Benoît-Pierre Emery, the heroine of the new Saint-Louis collection, Diamantic, is the diamond cut, one of the crystalworks’ signature styles. The new Diamantic range pays tribute to the work of diamond-cutters, artisans of the infinitely precise. Inspired by the compass work of glassmakers, which involves mapping out points used to define the pattern adorning the crystal, the collection’s decorative elements exalt the diamond cut.

The diamond cut has been reinterpreted with changing times and fashions over the years, and adorns both great classics (Tommy, Trianon) and more recent designs (Excess, Vibration, Intervalle). In a fresh take on its original form, this cut injects rhythm into a trio of vases whose design is based on a sleek concept of unusual proportions. Gradually increasing in size, ribbons of diamond heads unfurl

around the glass tubes with a captivating sense of progression.

Separated simply by a flat-cord cut, the variously sized diamond heads – small, medium and large – achieve perfect harmony on each model. The skilfully crafted contrast between the diagonally cut motif and the soft roundness of the vases highlights the collection’s radically contemporary feel.

A first variation sees a small model transformed into a crystal sculpture, while a second interpretation features a larger circumference that intensifies the crystal’s geometry. A third variant rises up to create an aspect of verticality, through which the light glows and illuminates the object. As a decorative set, the trio of vases reveal the magic of their radiant dynamics with enchanting harmony. Captivated by the vertical purity of each vase, the imprisoned light provides a flurry of scintillating reflections.

A graduate of London’s Royal College of Art and the National School of Decorative Arts (Ecole Supérieure des Arts Décoratifs) in Paris, BenoîtPierre Emery’s artistic vocabulary is both abstract and poetic. An advocate of visual simplicity, he worked as a freelance artistic director for Canal+ and Louis Vuitton. In 2003, he created “Les Soieries Modernes”, a company specialising in silk scarves that quickly attracted the attention of Hermès. Fascinated by the purity and transparency of crystal, Benoît-Pierre Emery was drawn to working with this medium, toying with sizes and cuts. Developed around the diamond cut, the Diamantic collection was born from his exploration of crystal.

Bika Living Jl. Kemang Raya No. 91, Jakarta 12730 Tel: 62-21 719 8080

www.groupbika.com www.saint-louis.com

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SPRING AIR COLLECTION 2015 The ultimate feeling of comfort

DESTINY

EUPHORIA

WITH 90 YEARS of experience in providing premium spring beds with “The Ultimate Feeling” quality, the American brand Spring Air International has built a broad manufacturing and distribution network in more than 30 countries, including the US, Canada, United Arab Emirates, Dominican Republic, Egypt, Israel, Oman, China, South Korea, Thailand, Kuwait, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Vietnam and Indonesia.

Operating since 1926, the brand has earned several recognitions throughout the years, such as “The Best Mattress from USA” for three years in a row, the “Best Buy” award from Consumer Digest magazine and other awards from Furniture Today magazine. Spring Air Mattress is also used by international five-star hotel groups, such as Choice Hotels, USA and Monte Carlo Hotel, Monaco. Spring Air has been recognised as a high-end

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premium mattress and used in 32 five-star hotels in both Indonesia and abroad, including MGM Grand, Luxor, Excalibur, Ayana Resort and Spa, InterContinental, Pullman, The Dharmawangsa, D’Batoe and The Sultan In the US, Spring Air International has been holding an annual “Mattress Challenge” for the last seven years. In 2013, Spring Air type Euphoria from Indonesia was awarded “Product of the Year” by Spring Air International, outperforming 32 Spring Air licensees from other countries.

Spring Air uses a new technology called Nano Coil that creates extra contouring support with 2000 coil units, resulting in a comfortable sleep. When combined, Nano Coil technology and Triple Pocket on Pocket System provide three flats that give extra comfort.

Spring Air premium mattresses also utilise the best support technology through Aer Foam, which incorporates a memory foam with Latex Gel, exclusive to Spring Air. The gel is injected into the latex to create a cool sensation on the mattress from every corner, maximising its level of comfort.

Moreover, the wrapping cloth of a Spring Air

mattress makes it feel much softer. The new Spring Air collection 2015 consists of stylish, yet comfortable, high-end premium mattresses, that retain an attractive and fashionable look due to their artistic design.

Since May 2000, Spring Air International has given an official licence to Massindo Group to market its products in Indonesia. Spring Air products are premium grade products with an upscale target market (A+). Under the auspices of Massindo Group, the high-end mattress Premium Spring Water is now available in 20 cities across Indonesia (Medan, Pekanbaru, Jakarta, Bandung, Semarang, Surabaya, Bali, Mataram, Samarinda, Banjarmasin, Balikpapan, Makassar, Palu, Gorontalo, Kendari, Palopo, Manado, Ternate, Kotamobagu and Ambon) and now available in Singapore.

Spring Air Sleep Centers can be found at Puri Indah Mall, Taman Anggrek Mall, Central Park, Artha Gading Mall, Emporium Pluit Mall, Pluit Village, Baywalk Mall, Artha Gading Mall and Plaza Semanggi. In addition, Spring Air is also available in department stores, including Sogo, Seibu, Debenhams and Home Solution.

ALGA PLATINUM PILLOW TOP POCKET SPRINGS An end to back pain

“SLEEPING IS ONE of the most essential activities in our life to regain health, and everyone deserves to sleep on a comfortable bed that promotes just that,” says Andry Agus, founder and President Director of Alga Jaya Raya.

Since the company was established in 1976, the Alga Spring Bed range has become the first choice for comfort when it comes to sleep. Driven by the spirit and passion to create the best mattresses, the company has made quality its top priority. Its designs are innovative and beautiful. The mattresses are manufactured using high-tech machines and the finest materials. The brand has proven its superiority by winning many awards, such as Best Executive Citra Award 2012-2013, Best Quality Product 2011, Top Brand Awards 2006-2013 and International Gold Award 2014.

Today, with the use of a new technology from Europe, Alga Spring Bed has produced a mattress with the highest quality to prevent back pain. Named Alga Platinum Pillow Top Pocket Springs, this mattress helps people gain more comfort while sleeping, as it incorporates a technology and innovation that helps the spinal column get into its natural position when laying down. Since its first launch, the mattress has become the first and the only mattress in Indonesia that supports backbone without

compromising comfort.

Alga Platinum Pillow Top Pocket Springs applies a new innovation called Mini Pocket Springs, which are small shaped, springs placed at the uppermost layer of the mattress. These springs reduce the firmness of Super Firm Alga Posture Spring, which enables the mattress to preserve its high level of convenience and comfort when used. It is a technology that is exclusively used by Alga Spring Bed in Indonesia.

Alga Platinum Pillow Top Pocket Springs arrive in various designs that can be selected to meet each individual’s preference and necessity, which are Platinum Deluxe Jacquard and Platinum Elegance Jacquard.

Platinum Deluxe Jacquard promotes a comfortable sleep with its Elegance Jacquard wrapping fabric that is a blend of cotton and silk. On top of that, the headboard is covered with leather and embellished with pearls, creating a charming appearance.

Platinum Deluxe Jacquard also offers several health benefits. It is non-allergenic and dust mites-free. Enclosed with conwed netting to provide excellent support of micro spring, Platinum Deluxe Jacquard is custom-built to perfectly support the spinal column with an adequate level of firmness.

The other variant, Platinum Elegance Jacquard, is layered with a soft-textured viscose fabric, making it cool and soft to the skin. This guarantees a peaceful and relaxing sleep. Platinum Elegance Jacquard, which is also anti-dust mites and nonallergenic, arrives with leather covered headboard that is adorned with Swarovski crystals. Like Platinum Deluxe Jacquard, this uses micro spring with conwed netting that can thoroughly support the backbone, thus creating a mattress with appropriate firmness to sustain the health of the spinal column.

www.algaspringbed.com

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King of the kitchen

Romeo Sozzi’s kitchens are efficient, functional, comfortable and precious. The designer’s Bacco bar cabinet is a special edition from the Promemoria Angelina Kitchen 2015 collection. For him, Angelina with its use of stone, bronze and top-quality wood is the philosophy and history of Promemoria, translated into a kitchen. Made of Morado wood, it is fully equipped with sink fridge and wine chiller.

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