Tropicana Magazine May-Jun 2019 #124 : Celebration of Success

Vol. #124 May / June 2019 

CELEBRATION OF SUCCESS 

THE 

SCIENCE 

OF SLEEP 

Slumberland’s President Marco Righi shares his 

philosophy on the science of sleep and 

his vision of growing Slumberland into a 

global innovative leader in mattress manufacturing. 

TIME FOR A 

SPECIAL CELEBRATION 

Discover one of the latest unique 

timepieces under the auspices 

of the “Earth to Sky” theme. 

ELECTRIFYING 

ESCAPES 

Globetrotting from the East 

to the West will stir up feelings of 

wanderlust in every traveller. 

EFFORTLESS 

EVERYWHERE 

Rolls-Royce Cullinan redefines luxury 

travel with its bespoke design and 

cutting-edge technology.

Patience, Persistence 

and Perspiration Make an 

Unbeatable Combination 

for Success. 

- Napoleon Hill 

1 MAY/JUNE 2019 | TM

EDITOR’S NOTE 

Ever since Tiger Woods made 

a comeback and won his fifth 

Masters tournament and his 

first major since 2008, golf has 

never been this exciting. Woods, who had 

four back surgeries, claimed his 15th major 

win which placed him just three behind 

legendary Jack Nicklaus. Now, what is all 

the excitement about? 

Apart from the unbelievable precisions of 

putts and swings, one of the most exciting 

aspects of the game is the purse prize. The 

Players Championship has the biggest purse 

in golf, with the PGA Tour announcing 

an increase to USD12.5 million, with the 

winner getting a record of USD2.25 million. 

Before then, the US Open had the biggest 

purse in golf, when in 2017 the United 

States Golf Association increased the purse 

to USD12 million, with the winner getting a 

record of USD2.16 million. 

The PGA Championship purse is now 

USD11 million, as well. However, the PGA 

of America and the PGA Tour have tied the 

purses of the PGA Championship and The 

Players together in recent years. 

The British Open purse was USD10.5 

million in 2018. Following the golf live 

telecast in Asia means getting up in the 

middle of the morning before sunrise due to 

time difference. An occasional night without 

sleep may make you feel tired and irritable 

the next day but continuous lack of sleep can 

affect your overall health. 

Sleep deprivation prevents your immune 

system from building up its defences. If 

you continue to lack sleep, your body may 

feel weak, lethargic and increase your risk 

of chronic illnesses like diabetes and heart 

disease. It is reported that a good night’s 

rest should take about a minimum of 8 hours 

for adults (by Sleep Health journal). That’s 

the same reason why Slumberland is so 

committed to making beds that can give you 

a restful and comfortable sleep that corrects 

your posture, improve health and breathing 

and can hold the weight of a heavier person. 

Mr. Marco Righi, President of the 

Slumberland division of Hilding Anders 

Group shares with us some vital tips in 

the “Science of Sleep” that Slumberland 

is serious about caring for the welfare of 

consumers. Founded in England in 1919 

by Mr John Seccombe, Slumberland 

has achieved its position as a premier 

international bed manufacturer in more 

than 20 countries worldwide. Slumberland 

truly deserves to be in the “Celebration of 

Success” this issue as they celebrate their 

100th year Anniversary. 

“The Celebration of Success” issue also 

honours a renowned interior designer who 

had authored nine design books to date, 

designed the homes of David and Victoria 

Beckham and Martin Shaw, presented her 

own show on Channel 5, UK, referred to as 

the ‘Queen of Taupe’, due to her signature 

neutral palette and a guest judge on the final 

episode of BBC Two’s The Great Interior 

Design Challenge. 

She is none other than Kelly Hoppen, whose 

pristine credentials includes designing for 

homes, yachts and private jets, as well as 

hotels, restaurants, offices and aircraft. 

Some of her most recent projects include 

a collaboration with Disney to celebrate 

Mickey Mouse’s 90th Anniversary, the 

Celebrity Edge cruise ship, an ultraresidential 

tower block One Park Taipei in 

Taiwan and LUX Grand Gaube Hotel in 

Mauritius. 

In 2012, Vogue listed her in the 100 

Inspirational Women, in 2014 Daily 

Telegraph ranked her as the most influential 

female interior designer in Britain, in 2017, 

Evening Standard listed her as London’s 

most influential people and in 2018, she was 

named the Asia Most Influential Designer 

Award by Designer Concept magazine. 

In March 2009, Hoppen was appointed a 

Member of the Order of the British Empire 

(MBE) for her outstanding contributions to 

interior design, a title which she still uses 

today. What a lot of people doesn’t know is 

that she is the stepmother to actress Sienna 

Miller and fashion designer Savannah Miller, 

the designer for Alexander McQueen. Please 

read more on page 113. 

The Celebration of Success would not be 

complete without the grand entrance of the 

Rolls Royce – Cullinan, the most luxurious 

SUV in the world. Apart from all its posh 

offerings and state-of-the-art drive tech, 

some of the cool gadgets that the Cullinan’s 

offers are its safety feature – Night Vision 

and Vision Assist, daytime and night-time 

Wildlife & Pedestrian warning, collision 

warning, cross-traffic alert, lane departure 

and lane change warning. See to believe, on 

page 120. 

Happy reading. 

Tropicana Magazine Editorial Team 

TM | MAY/JUNE 2019 

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VOLUME 

#124 

ON THE COVER 

24 The Science of Sleep 

THE DIARY 

8 What’s New 

THE SWING 

56 Swinging in Kapalua 

THE SCENE 

12 Happenings and Events 

THE TIME 

64 Time For A Special Celebration 

66 Fantastic Foursomes 

CULTURE 

18 Books, Movies & Music 

THE LOOK 

80 High Society 

THE HOME 

30 Design Decadence 

36 Oceanic Dreams 

42 Accentuating Art 

PROPERTY NEWS 

50 Starproperty.my Awards 2019 

51 Pargolf People’s Choice Awards 

52 Food Gasm Fest 2019 

53 Easter Day Celebration 

54 Green Earth Day 

HEALTH AND WELLNESS 

102 Health Is Wealth 

THE VACATION 

90 Electrifying Escapes 

BEAUTY 

96 Fresh Faces 

THE DISHES 

108 Dine In With Seafood 

THE GAME CHANGER 

114 Dynamic Flair For Designing 

THE DRIVE 

121 Effortless Everywhere: Rolls-Royce Cullinan 

THE CRUISE 

126 Luxury Yachting With Benetti FB803 


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3/5 - 5/5 

World Youth Jazz Festival 

World Youth Jazz Festival (WYJF) is the world’s biggest youth 

jazz festival! The 8th edition will once again showcase some of the 

best home-grown and international artistes from all over the world 

including Spain, Indonesia, and the Philippines among others. Be 

prepared for an awesome jazzy good time! 

Auditorium, Dewan Bandaraya Kuala Lumpur. 

www.worldyouthjazzfest.com 

3/5 - 5/5 

Mek Mulung: Lakhon Dewa Muda 

“Mek Mulung: Lakhon Dewa Muda” is a fairytale of 

a young king who goes on a daring mission to restore 

peace to his country. Along the way, he faces all kinds 

of challenges and stumbles upon a peculiar fruit. What 

is in that fruit? Will he succeed in his mission? Like 

other traditional art forms, Mek Mulung features a 

combination of music, dance and drama. You can also 

see some elements of Mak Yong, Menora and Hadrah 

in it. A typical performance opens with a ritual called 

‘bertabuh’ featuring the different music instruments. 

This is followed by a song called ‘bertabik’ which 

is sung by the group. Mek Mulung boasts 7 different 

dance styles in total. 

The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, Sentul 

Park, Jalan Strachan, 51100 Kuala Lumpur. 

www.klpac.org 

9/5 

For The Love Of... 

In 1989, Dato’ Dr. Faridah Merican and Joe Hasham OAM 

joined hands to pursue a dream. Unbeknownst to them, this 

dream of theirs has become the phenomenal driving force that 

has and continues to redefine the arts scene in Malaysia. As 

The Actors Studio celebrates its milestone 30th anniversary 

and Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre (klpac) turns 14 this 

year, “For the Love of…” celebrates the duo’s unbridled passion 

for the arts and their lifelong dedication to the cause. It was 

made possible by the graciousness and generosity of Bernard 

Goh, Founder of HANDS Percussion, long-time collaborator 

of The Actors Studio. The award-winning percussion troupe 

will be putting on a compilation of their best pieces for this 

fundraising show. 

The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts Centre, Sentul Park, 

Jalan Strachan, 51100 Kuala Lumpur. 

www.klpac.org 


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13/5 

Jason Mraz Good Vibes Tour 

Multiple GRAMMY Award winner JASON MRAZ will be 

bringing his Good Vibes Tour to Malaysia on 13 May (Monday), 

8pm at Axiata Areana. The Good Vibes Tour announcement 

follows the release of Jason’s sixth studio album ‘KNOW’ on 

August 10th 2018. ‘Have it All,’ the first single lifted from 

Know peaked at #1 on iTunes in various territories including 

Hong Kong, Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, 

Indonesia, and Thailand. The Good Vibes Tour started in North 

America last summer and the tour continues in Asia where 

Jason Mraz will perform in Manila, Singapore, Shanghai, Hong 

Kong, Bangkok and Taipei in May 2019. 

Axiata Arena, L2-E-10, Enterprise 4, Technology Park 

Malaysia Lebuhraya Puchong Sg. Besi, Bukit Jalil, 57000 

Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur. 

www.myticket.asia.com 

6/5 - 5/6 

Ramadan Month/Fasting Month 

For the month of Ramadan (the ninth month of the 

Islamic Calendar), Muslims will practice one of the 

five pillars of Islam: fasting from dawn to dusk. This 

sacred month is not only welcomed by Muslims, but is 

also looked forward to by people of other faiths because 

of the Ramadan Bazaar, an annual gathering of food 

stalls which offers a variety of local scrumptious and 

mouth-watering delicacies for ‘iftar’ (breaking fast). 

One of KL’s favourite Ramadhan bazaar is Taman Tun 

Dr Ismail (TTDI)’s Ramadhan Bazaar which has been 

reported to boast the best ratio of good food to the 

number of stalls in the city by Time Out Kuala Lumpur. 

Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 

60000 Kuala Lumpur. 

Photo by VKeong 

16/5 - 2/6 

Singapore International Festival Of Arts 

For a fortnight, Singapore celebrates the arts 

scene with a mixture of theatre, dance and 

music performances. Organised and managed 

independently by the Arts House Limited, 

the Singapore International Festival of Arts 

(SIFA) brings together the best of local and 

international artists in the form of quality 

works in theatre, dance and music, and aims to 

inspire diverse audiences through great artistic 

experiences. 

28, Aliwal Street, #03-05, 199918 Singapore. 

www.visitsingapore.com 


THE DIARY 

8/6 - 9/6 

Ultra Music Festival 2019 

Here’s one for all the party animals out there – Ultra Music 

Festival has announced its return in 2019! Ultra is known 

for epic line-up of DJs and great party atmosphere, featuring 

Steve Aoki and Dash Berlin in 2017, and DJ Snake and Steve 

Angello in 2018. The line-up for 2019’s Ultra Singapore has 

yet to be announced yet but tickets are available for sale now! 

The outdoor music event is held in the heart of the city, at 

Marina Bay Sands, against Singapore’s stunning and futuristic 

skyline. 

Marina Bay Sands, 10, Bayfront Ave, 018956 Singapore. 

www.ultrasingapore.com 

14/6 - 7/7 

The Phantom Of The Opera 2019 

THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA tells the tale of 

a disfigured musical genius known only as ‘The 

Phantom’ who haunts the depths of the Paris Opera 

House. Mesmerised by the talents and beauty of a 

young soprano – Christine, the Phantom lures her as his 

protégé and falls fiercely in love with her. Unaware of 

Christine’s love for Raoul, the Phantom’s obsession sets 

the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy, 

madness and passions collide. The PHANTOM OF THE 

OPERA is Andrew Lloyd Webber‘s award-winning 

musical, playing to over 145 million people in 150 cities 

across 30 countries. It is also the longest-running show 

on Broadway, having celebrated its 30th anniversary in 

2018, and has won more than 70 major theatre awards, 

including seven Tony Awards and four Olivier Awards. 

Istana Budaya, Jalan Tun Razak, Titiwangsa, 50694 

Kuala Lumpur. 

www.premier.ticketcharge.com.my 

12/6 - 16/6 

Mapex Property Showcase 

REHDA YOUTH is organising the next property showcase 

at 1Utama Shopping Centre in conjunction of the National 

Home Ownership Campaign (HOC). Since 1 January 2019, the 

Government has launched tax incentives rebates in conjunction 

with the Home Ownership Campaign 2019 which will carry on 

till June. REHDA Malaysia has been working very closely 

with the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Housing 

and Local Government to reach out to homebuyers seeking to 

purchase a property to take advantage of these tax incentives. 

LG Oval, 1Utama Shopping Centre, 1, Lebuh Bandar 

Utama, Bandar Utama, 47800 Petaling Jaya. 

www.mapex.com.my/hoc2019 


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22/6 - 23/6 

32nd Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race 

Considered one of Malaysia’s premier locations for bird watching, this hill resort hosts the 

annual Fraser’s Hill International Bird Race. The competition requires different teams of bird 

watchers to race against time to spot as many bird species as possible within the resort’s routes. 

No.33 & 33A, ICT Hub (Indian Town), Jalan Putra Square 4, 25200, Kuantan, Pahang. 

www.birding.pahangtourism.org.my 

29/6 - 1/7 

Fiesta San Pedro 

Fiesta San Pedro, or the annual Feast of St. Peter, 

is a major event celebrated by the Portuguese 

community living at the Portuguese Settlement 

in Ujong Pasir, Malacca. The fiesta observes the 

feast of St. Peter, the patron saint of fishermen. 

Back in the 1930s and 1940s, a majority of the 

adult population in Melaka were involved in the 

fishing industry. Every year, visitors and foreign 

tourists will flock to this settlement to join in 

the celebration. Traditional games, stage shows, 

band and cultural performances will be held in 

conjunction with the event. The celebration is 

part of Tourism Malaysia’s calendar of events and 

a tourism product for the state. 

Portuguese Settlement, Melaka. 

www.tourism.gov.my 

3/7 - 6/7 

ARCHIDEX 

Held annually at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Malaysia, 

– ARCHIDEX (International Architecture, Interior Design and 

Building Exhibition) is widely recognised as a leading industry 

trade event that draws together South East Asia’s fraternity 

of architects, interior designers, developers, urban planners, 

engineers, academicians, students and various related industry 

professionals. The exhibition is jointly organised by the Malaysian 

Institute of Architects (Pertubuhan Akitek Malaysia or PAM) and 

C.I.S Network Sdn Bhd, a leading Malaysian trade and lifestyle 

exhibitions organiser. 

Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 

50088 Kuala Lumpur. 

www.archidex.com.my 


THE SCENE 

KL Jamm Announces 

Collaboration With Hong Kong 

Asian Pop Music Festival 

26 - 28 February 2019 

MUSICXPO 2019 set to accelerate the growth of 

the digital economy worth over RM5.85 Billion. 

K-Pop boy group sensation, NCT Dream will be performing for 

the first time in Malaysia at KL Jamm 2019, which will be held 

from 26 April to 28 April 2019 at the Malaysia International 

Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC). 

The announcement was made by Music Unlimited International 

Sdn Bhd (MUI). NCT Dream is part of the South Korean boy 

group NCT - is the latest global K-pop sensation amongst 

K-pop fans. The group will perform along with a full line-up of 

artistes that includes top Korean DJ and celebrity DJ Sura who 

will enthral the crowd with her signature K-pop inflections 

dance music sounds. MUI will also reveal an additional lineup 

of artistes that includes Bunkface, Ruffedge, Joe Flizzow, 

SonaOne, Alif, Ila Damiaa, Yung Raja, Faris Jabba and 

Abubakarxli. 

www.kljamm.com 

MRCA Chinese New Year 

Banquet 2019 

28 February 2019 

Ushering in a year of good fortune together 

The Malaysia Retail Chain Association (MRCA) 

celebrated the Lunar New Year at their Chinese New 

Year Banquet 2019 at the Grand Lagoon Ballroom, 

Sunway Resort Hotel & Spa. Themed ‘The Peak 

Moment’, YB Minister Tuan Anthony Loke Siew Fook 

the Minister of Transport Malaysia was also present as 

the Guest of Honour. 

Over 900 members and guests welcomed the year of 

the “Earth Boar” at this celebratory cum networking 

banquet. In addition, guests were entertained with lion 

dance opening performance, singing performances, live 

band and lucky draw. 

The Organizing Chairpersons for this year’s MRCA 

Chinese New Year Banquet is Dato’ Liew Bin, the 

Vice President of MRCA and Jeff Yong, the council 

member. “Every Lunar New Year, it is customary to 

share this joyous occasion together, to usher in all the 

good fortune of a new cycle in the Chinese calendar,” 

said Dato Liew who is also the Founder and Chief 

Executive Officer of Brilliant Merchandising Sdn Bhd. 

The MRCA is an association for leading retail-chains 

store operators and franchisors in Malaysia. It was 

established in 1992 to assist its members in their store 

expansion and to promote growth in the retail-chain and 

franchise industry. 

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From left: Adam Ham, Dato’ Norman Abdul Halim and Ricky Fung 

The Complete Local & International Artiste Line-up of KL Jamm 2019. 

From left: Datuk Lee Hwa Cheng, Datuk Seri Nelson 

Kwok, Dato’ Liaw Choon Liang, YB Minister Tuan 

Anthony Loke, Datuk Seri Garry Chua, Dato’ Tay Sim 

Kim, Datuk Albert Chiang are presenting a token of 

appreciation to the Guest of Honour 


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Gift a Cup of Bubble Tea 

6 March 2019 

giftee Inc collaborates with Loob Holding for 

eGift venture. 

Members of the media were invited to witness the launch 

of joint business collaboration between Tealive and 

giftees Inc. to introduce the practice of giving e-gifts. 

Currently as Japan’s No 1 casual gift service, with 

over 1,160,000 members, giftee Inc was incorporated 

with the aim of creating a casual gift-giving service to 

convey everyday feelings of gratitude. Bryan Loo, the 

Chief Executive Officer of Loob Holding was present 

at the launch in Cititel Mid Valley, Kuala Lumpur while 

Mutsumi Ota, the Chief Executive Officer of giftee Inc. 

was also present to promote “Giftee for business” in 

Malaysia. 

Samsung Malaysia 

Celebratory Launch 


Samsung Malaysia launches its new Galaxy S10 to 

commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Galaxy series. 

www.tealive.com.my 

Samsung Malaysia Electronics unveiled the new Galaxy S10 at 

SkyAvenue Genting Highlands to thousands of guests, fans and 

curious onlookers. 

To commemorate the 10th anniversary of its Galaxy series, 

Samsung became the nation’s first smartphone brand to attempt 

it’s first-ever flight stunt to the earth’s stratosphere. The product 

tester was launched 80,000ft above ground, and set to take a 

panoramic shot of the earth that is supposedly brighter and more 

dynamic than other models - thanks to its pro-grade camera and 

capability to record videos in HDR10+. 

“The past decade has been illustrious for us – we have revolutionised 

the smartphone landscape by reinventing the device we hold firm 

in our palms and close to our hearts. We introduced many of the 

world’s firsts and what was once unimaginable, is now the norm. 

But we are far from resting on our laurels. Today, you will see 

that we have created a new standard for all of you who desire 

and expect more from your mobile companion. The Galaxy S10 

is constructed with pragmatic intelligence and crafted to design 

perfection so people can unlock their potential and experience 

the world like never before. This is a very special year for us at 

Samsung because this is our tenth year of relentless innovation 

to bring you, the people, the next-generation smartphone,” said 

Yoonsoo Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics about 

the launch. 

www.samsung.com 


THE SCENE 

Steelcase Newly Renovated Kuala Lumpur Business Centre 

21 February 2019 

Technology-enabled spaces designed to boost creativity in any workspace. 

Steelcase officially presented its 

refreshed Steelcase Business Centre 

in Kuala Lumpur designed to drive 

a more mobile, agile and innovative 

company culture. It also features the 

company’s latest workspace furniture 

and applications in Malaysia including 

its innovative office chairs, the Steelcase 

Series 1 and SILQ. 

The first and only one of its kind centre 

in Asia Pacific introduces Creative 

Spaces for the first time in Malaysia 

featuring a collection of technologyenabled 

work spaces created to help 

organisations foster creative thinking 

and better collaboration. Comprising 

five different spaces, each creative 

space is specifically designed to support 

the needs of individuals or teams as 

they go through the different stages 

of the creative process. Two out of the 

five spaces – Ideation Hub and Maker 

Commons are now on display in Malaysia 

along with a selected range of Steelcase 

products including: 

Steelcase Series 1: Steelcase Series 1 

office chair delivers performance, style 

and choice, while making it attainable 

for everyone. 

SILQ: The SILQ chair (pronounced silk) 

utilises innovative materiality to deliver 

a personal experience by responding to 

the unique movements of your body. 

Brody: The Brody Work Lounge and 

Desk are private workspaces designed 

to provide people with moments of focus 

in high-traffic areas - open-plan offices, 

foyers or in student commons areas. 

Casper Cloaking Technology: Casper 

Cloaking Technology by Designtex is 

an architectural film for glass walls that 

obscures digital screens to outside view 

for data privacy. 

www.steelcase.com 

The Art Of Bringing People Together 


PERMAI and Dulux collaborate to brighten Jalan Raja Chulan 

Dulux, the leading decorative paint 

brand of AkzoNobel and Yayasan 

Persahabatan Malaysia (PERMAI) 

recently teamed up to brighten up a 

stretch of wall along Jalan Raja Chulan 

with creative murals that celebrate love, 

respect and unity. According to Kuala 

Lumpur City Hall (DBKL), initiatives 

such as this will give local artists a 

good opportunity to not only showcase 

their talent, but also to give back to the 

community. These colourful murals 

have captured the essence of a united 

Malaysia and made these streets livelier 

and friendlier. “We are honoured to 

be able to impart our passion onto 

the community at Jalan Raja Chulan 

and hope to deliver shared value for 

everyone,” said Indra Laban, GM of 

AkzoNobel Decorative Paints Malaysia. 

The AkzoNobel ‘Let’s Colour’ project 

is a global initiative by the company, 

with an end goal of transforming local 

communities by using colours. To 

date, nearly 2,300 projects have been 

completed around the world using 

well over 1.3 million liters of paint. 

These projects have involved more than 

12,000 volunteers and benefitted over 

81 million people. 

www.akzonobel.com 

Mohd Amin bin Hadarith, the first-place 

winner of the mural project by PERMAI 

and AkzoNobel, stands proud as he 

presented his creative wall to the honoured 

guests. 


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Mickey Turns 90! 

15 March - 14 April 2019 

Mickey checks into W Kuala Lumpur 

Tropicana Magazine went to W KL in the heart of KLCC to 

join the globally famous mouse for high-tea in conjunction with 

Mickey’s 90th anniversary. 

After a lifetime of bringing joy to our childhood memories, 

the hotel honoured Mickey’s birthday with a scrumptious hitea 

buffet consisting of Mickey-inspired treats both savoury 

and sweet, like chocolate-shaped Mickeys and red icing for his 

pants, to sugar-coated and sparkly sweets. 

Two French artists were also invited to reconceptualise the 

global icon through Galleries Des Artistes’ art exhibition where 

eleven masterpieces featuring the icon are on display at Woobar 

on Level 8, and open to the public for viewing from 14 March 

2019 till 14th April 2019. 

From left: Tengku Helen, Sharifah Bahiyah, Edith Ho, Datin 

Paduka Raja Mazli, Sabrina Gill 

The Mickey hi-set is available during the same period and is 

priced at RM168+ for two pax on weekdays and RM188+ for 

two pax on weekends from 3-5pm at Woobar, W Kuala Lumpur. 

www.whotels.com 

Golden Evening For Hansgrohe 


Rainfinity wins iF Design Award 

Hansgrohe was presented with the iF gold award – noticeably one 

of the highest award for outstanding design at the iF DESIGN 

AWARD ceremony in Munich for its new Rainfinity shower range. 

This latest shower range opens up a new dimension of showering 

thanks to its overall composition of innovative technology, stylish 

design and superior quality finishing. With its contrasting black and 

white features, Rainfinity offer an outstanding alternative to the 

characteristic chrome look of conventional taps. 

“We are especially proud that Rainfinity won the iF gold award 

because Hansgrohe creates new accents in the bathroom with 

Rainfinity. It’s the shower range for discerning wellness and design 

enthusiasts,” explains Marc Andre Palm, Head of Global Brand 

Marketing for Hansgrohe. 

The Hansgrohe Group, to which both the Hansgrohe and AXOR 

brand belong, received a total of eight awards. 

www.hansgrohe.com/design 


THE SCENE 

Beauty Sunscreen For 

Insta-Ready Look 


New SunPlay Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence & Spray 

SunPlay, Japan’s popular sunscreen brand, and the new Sunplay 

Skin Aqua Tone Up UV Essence and Spray is poised to fulfill 

the desire of consumers who seek sunscreen that not only offers 

optimum protection from the harmful UV rays, but at the same 

time, gives the skin a healthy glow with its colour-correct primer. 

Cosentino Malaysia 

Grand Launching 

12 April 2019 

Cosentino Malaysia starts business operations 

in Kuala Lumpur 

The product used real case studies: before and after effect on skin 

protection to create compelling results and to give women an exciting 

quest for body confidence and superior skin care via SunPlay. Live 

performances, product sharing, sampling and photo shoots was key 

to the product launching. Ongoing social media contests lets more 

women get involved and share the product experience. 

www.facebook.com/mysunplay 

Cosentino, the Spain-based global leader in the production 

and distribution of innovative surfaces for architecture and 

design, is officially operating in Malaysia with the opening 

of its new Cosentino Centre - the largest showroom in Asia 

this April. 

Cosentino carries three brands – Silestone, Dekton and 

Sensa. 

Silestone ® by Cosentino, is a material made of 90% 

natural quartz. Silestone ® surfaces are highly resistant to 

stains, impacts and scratches as well as having a low liquid 

absorption rate. It is the perfect material for use in kitchens 

and bathrooms as well as for laboratories, hospitals, hotels, 

restaurants and other professional uses. 

Dekton ® by Cosentino is an ultra-compact surface 

developed exclusively by the Cosentino Group R&D 

department. This material is highly resistant to scratches 

and abrasions; it has very low porosity and therefore almost 

non-existent water absorption and maximum resistance to 

stains. 

Sensa ® by Cosentino is Cosentino’s natural granite surface 

that incorporates a revolutionary stain resistant protection. 

The treatment ensures high resistance against stains and 

also easy maintenance, and each slab is unique due to its 

different veining, textures and unrepeatable colours. 

www.cosentino.com 


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Ocean Hero Conservation Run 


Generating awareness on endangered marine 

mammals and the ocean environment 

Blossomly Global has successfully organised the Ocean Hero 

Conservation Run which was held at Sunsuria City Celebration 

Centre, Sepang. The 5KM charity fun-run themed ‘Plastic-Free 

Ocean’, aims to spread awareness about severe plastic pollution 

affecting the ocean and marine life. 

43rd China International 

Furniture Fair 

18 - 21 March 2019 

A Feast of New Products for Interior 

The OCEAN HERO CONSERVATION RUN was graced 

and officiated by Dr Nagulendran Kangayatkarasu, Deputy 

Secretary General - Planning & Commercialization, Ministry of 

Energy, Science, Technology, Environment and Climate Change 

(MESTECC), The Guest of Honour and Patron, Y.M. Tengku 

Dato’ Hishammuddin Zaizi Bin Y.A.M Tengku Azman Shah Alhaj 

and Stefan Priesner, United Nations Resident Coordinator for 

Malaysia the Ocean Hero Conservation Run Ambassadors. Also 

attending the event was Shirene Moong, Co-Founder of Ocean 

Hero Conservation Run, former F1 driver Alex Yoong and singer 

Ning Baizura among others. 

“We hope that Malaysians will see the importance of protecting 

the marine life in order to ensure a healthy eco-system for the 

environment” said Dr Nagulendran Kangayatkarasu. 

www.facebook.com/blossomlyglobal 

We often draw inspiration from space aesthetics and 

furnishing at home as interior decorations such as 

a warm fireplace, a cool swimming pool, the furry 

carpet, the smooth glass vases, the ticking clock and 

the phonograph has the ability to make our lives better. 

As one of the “Top Seven Home Furnishing Aesthetic 

Spaces” of the 43rd CIFF (Guangzhou), the “Interior 

Decoration Design Space” presents a feast of the 

interior decoration industry. 

Y.M. Tengku Dato’ Hishammuddin Zaizi Bin Y.A.M Tengku 

Azman Shah Alhaj (middle) with some of the kids who 

participated in the program 

The 43rd edition of China International Furniture Fair 

took place in Guangzhou over two phases. The first 

phase, Homedecor & Hometextile from 18-21 March 

2019, is dedicated to home furnishings, outdoor and 

leisure furniture, home décor and home textiles. 

The inaugural event brought together the brands such 

as Global Views, Uttermost, VC Asia, AK, Viva Bella, 

Wangkai, Fuli, D.Sky Home, L-Art, Baijing, Silk Music, 

Jinda, Summer, Marsden, Vati, Diamond Star, Tian Yu, 

Fennessy, Link Life Creation and Jiading, covering the 

themes including integrated home decor, painting, Zen 

art, floral art, lighting, sculpture, glass, arts & crafts, 

bedding, home textile and carpets. 

Ocean Hero Conservation Run 2019 Participants 

www.ciff-gz.com 


CULTURE | BOOK 

Thought - Provoking Tomes 

Celebrating the progress of technology and individuals. 

Lean Out 

by Marissa Orr 

Based on in-depth research and eyeopening 

personal experiences, this book 

by author and tech industry veteran 

Marissa Orr explains why our pursuit 

to close the gender gap has failed. She 

also posits that overhauling the business 

world’s paradigm of a “successful 

leader” will result in greater diversity in 

corporate leadership and foster healthier 

work environments for both women and 

men. This book offers contrarian and 

humorous insights into this critical global 

dialogue and provides a pathway for both 

individuals and companies to promote a 

more inclusive workplace that benefits all 

employees. 

Jo Malone: 

My Story 

by Jo Malone 

Jo Malone is an inspirational British 

businesswoman responsible for creating 

her own globally renowned beauty 

business and, more recently, her new 

brand ‘Jo Loves’. This book is her first 

autobiography that tells her incredible 

journey from a teenager struggling 

with dyslexia and leaving school with 

no qualifications to an international 

brand name and one of the world’s most 

successful entrepreneurs. 

Elon Musk and 

the Quest for a 

Fantastic Future 

by Ashlee Vance 

This book is a fascinating adaptation 

of Ashlee Vance’s New York Times 

bestselling “Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, 

and the Quest for a Fantastic Future” 

targeted at young readers, that features 

black-and-white photographs throughout 

with an epilogue. This would allow young 

readers to read about an innovative leader 

who is revolutionizing three industries at 

once: space, automotive, and energy. 

Howard Stern 

Comes Again 

by Howard Stern 

Known for revolutionising radio and 

television, Howard Stern, who is also 

the author of two bestselling books, 

‘Miss America’ and ‘Private Parts’, has 

published his first book in more than 

twenty years. The book highlights his 

growth over the years and the multitude of 

groundbreaking celebrity interviews he has 

conducted in the Stern Show studio. 

OUR PICK 

AI Superpowers: China, Silicon Valley and 

the New World Order 

by Dr Lee Kai-Fu 

With the unprecedented developments in AI, dramatic changes might be happening 

much sooner than many of us expected. Dr Lee Kai-Fu, one of the world’s most 

respected experts on AI, urges the US and China to both accept and embrace the 

great responsibilities that come with significant technological power as the US-Sino 

AI competition begins to heat up. This book provides a clear description of which 

jobs will be affected and how we can provide solutions to some of the most profound 

changes in human history that are coming soon. 


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CULTURE | MUSIC 

Rising Stars 

Climbing the stairway to stardom with the music they have created. 

Are you Tired 你累不累 - Chloe Shee 

Chloe Shee has loved to sing since she was a child and has 

been making her musical journey as she performed at countless 

events. In 2018, she launched her first solo single ‘Are You 

Tired.’ Composed and written by her, the poignancy of ‘Are You 

Tired’ starts off with the arrangements of piano and harmonic 

instrumentation followed by levels of emotion with her simple 

vocals. The song conveys the pressure and blindness in life 

that makes one forget oneself and it is to encourage the tired 

person to find joy in life again. In the current Mandopop scene, 

Chloe Shee’s song ‘Are You Tired’ could make listeners sing 

their hearts out to this sad ballad. 

"Ur cute but boring" - Lunadira 

Lunadira performed alongside Lorde and The Neighbourhood 

last year at Good Vibes. The Malaysian based singersongwriter 

describes her music as a blend of 2000s R&B with 

lyrical influences from English indie folk bands and American 

alternative R&B artists. She began building her career in 

music by covering pop songs and releasing them to a modest 

community of listeners. ‘Ur cute but boring’, her latest single 

surprised her fans as she made a solid case on why physical 

beauty is pointless without the personality to match it. The song 

is delivered in her signature low, sultry voice and accompanied 

by groovy beats and memorable basslines. 

OUR PICK 

Free Spirit - Khalid 

His single ‘Location’ reached the Top 10 on the Billboard 

Hot R&B charts in 2016 when he was just 19 years old and 

also earned 5 Grammy nominations in 2017. Khalid’s music 

is primarily influenced by the R&B and pop genres. This 

time around, this 21-year-old singer is taking some risks 

in his music by incorporating electronic sound. He has just 

released his latest single ‘Talk’ from his album Free Spirit in 

collaboration with British electronic duo, Disclosure. The song 

pushes a bouncy beat of crisp drums that work together with 

Khalid’s deep voice. The album is the culmination of all the 

growth and experiences he has gathered over the past years and 

it will debut on 5th April 2019. 

Girl - Maren Morris 

The Nashville country music singer-songwriter and record 

producer just released her first new solo music ‘Girl’ 

since her major label debut ‘Hero’ and its four singles 

in 2016. Morris was also nominated for five Grammys 

for her crossover hit ‘The Middle’ with Zedd and a pair 

for her poignant country song ‘Dear Hate.’ ‘Girl’ is an 

empowering and optimistic song as it serves as Morris’s 

personal reminder to not succumb to self-criticism. In the 

music video, Maren Morris highlights women in various 

situations as it seeks to illustrate the struggles they face in 

everyday life. The tone of ‘Girl’ is upbeat with a strutting, 

indie-rock guitar sound. 


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CULTURE | FILM 

Down Memory Lane 

This list of movies re-made and reboot from the 

past would evoke your nostalgia. 

Aladdin (2019) 

23 May 2019 

Aladdin is an American musical 

fantasy film directed by Guy 

Ritchie and produced by Walt 

Disney Pictures. It is a liveaction 

adaptation of Disney’s 

classic 1992 animated film. A 

kindhearted Arabian street urchin 

and power-hungry Grand Vizier 

vie for a magic lamp that releases 

a genie that has the power to 

make wishes come true. The film 

stars Mena Massoud as the titular character, alongside Will Smith as 

Genie and Naomi Scott as Princess Jasmine. 

Child’s Play 

20 June 2019 

It is a contemporary reimagining 

of the 1988 horror 

classic, Child’s Play that follows 

Karen, a single mother who gifts 

her son Andy, a Buddy doll, 

unaware of its more sinister 

nature. This American film is 

written by Tyler Burton Smith 

and directed by Lars Kleberg. 

It stars Aubrey Plaza, Gabriel 

Bateman, Brian Tyree Henry and 

Mark Hamill as the voice of Chucky. 

Godzilla: King 

of the Monsters 

(2019) 


This- upcoming- American 

monster film directed and cowritten 

by Micheal Dougherty 

is a sequel to Godzilla (2014) 

and will be the 35th film in the 

Godzilla franchise. This new 

story follows the heroic efforts 

of the crypto-zoological agency 

Monarch as its members face off against a battalion of god-sized 

monsters, including the mighty Godzilla who collides with Mothra, 

Rodan, and his ultimate nemesis, the three-headed King Ghidorah. 

Pokemon: 

Detective 

Pikachu 


In the Pokemon universe, ace 

private eye Harry Goodman 

mysteriously- disappears, 

prompting his son to join 

forces with Detective Pikachu 

to unravel the mystery behind 

his father’s disappearance. 

Based on the 2016 video 

game Detective Pikachu, the film is a Japanese-American joint 

venture and is the first live-action animated film in the Pokemon 

franchise. Ryan Reynolds provides the voice and facial motion 

capture for Detective Pikachu. The movie also features Justice 

Smith, Kathryn Newton and many others in live-action roles. 

The Lion King (2019) 

OUR PICK 

18 July 2019 

A lot of great movies came out during Disney Renaissance, but arguably the most 

popular of them was The Lion King. This new version is a photorealistic computeranimated 

remake of the Disney animated 1994 film but with new elements. The film 

stars the voice of Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Beyonce and Alfre 

Woodard. 


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COVER STORY 

The Science of 

Sleep 

Previously working within the construction 

industry, the science of sleep was a whole new 

ball game for Mr Marco Righi; yet his visions are 

bringing Slumberland into the future 

Words by Karsha Green 

Images by Brian & M8 Studio 

Joining Hilding Anders in 

March 2018 as the Asia 

Pacific Regional President 

of the global company’s 

Slumberland Division, Mr Marco 

Righi understood that he was 

diving into a new world, one 

far from his previous work with 

building materials. What Marco 

quickly realised however, was the 

goal was still the same – providing 

the end customer with a better 

‘way of life’. 

Originally founded in England in 

1919, Slumberland has grown its 

worldwide reputation, introducing 

itself to Malaysia in 1981. Since 

its establishment in the Asia 

Pacific region, Slumberland has four manufacturing 

plants and supplies its products to Malaysia, 

Singapore, China, Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong, 

Macau, Brunei, Taiwan, Japan, Bangladesh, India, 

Maldives, Nepal, Sri Lanka, and beyond. Right after 

joining Slumberland, Marco’s first task was to learn 

the position that the company held 

both internally and externally. 

The results from his focus groups 

revealed that Slumberland was a 

well-respected brand both with 

its employees and its customers. 

However, Marco still had big plans 

for the mattress manufacturer with 

intentions to grow its digital space, 

expand in the areas of technology 

and innovation, and invest in its 

people and their knowledge of sleep; 

with the goal of becoming a global 

sleep educator. 

“After air and water, sleep is most 

important to human survival.” 

Says Marco Righi. While man can 

survive three days without water 

and three weeks without food, in merely 24 hours of 

sleep deprivation, one will experience headaches. 

And in just 72 hours, memory is impaired and reality 

is distorted. Aware of this human need for good 

quality sleep, Slumberland has developed its signature 

innerspring mattress, as a special blend of horse hair 


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Stylist: Kenneth Lo 

Makeup: Cindy Chin 

Photographer: Aaron (M8 Studio) 

Fashion: Calvin Klein & Hugo Boss, 

Robinsons Kuala Lumpur 

Location: Dalia Residences Showhouse @ 

Bandar Tropicana Aman 

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and lamb’s wool fibres which make the mattress 

well ventilated for any climate. The group’s 

SleepLab in Switzerland also runs a state-ofthe-art 

Research and Development division that 

test for new ways to achieve a better, healthier 

sleep. And on top of all this, one of Marco’s 

main focuses is on sleep education, where he is 

setting out to introduce ‘Sleep Experts’ in each 

Slumberland store and franchise. 

“Sleep deprivation is a growing problem 

worldwide, and we want to educate our sales 

staff so that they are not only experts on our 

beds – but also know how our products help you 

get a good night’s sleep from a physiological 

stand point,” says Marco Righi. 

Being a brand that has been established for 

a hundred years and also the first to invent 

the revolutionary posture springing system in 

the 1960s and later on the pocketed posture 

springing system in the 1990s, Slumberland 

has never stopped pioneering innovations. As 

Slumberland celebrates its centennial this year, 

the brand moves into offering high technology 

mattress customization with the recent launch 

of MyZmartBed, a smart mattress that adapts 

it firmness and relieves pressure points as you 

sleep. The development of this product is one of 

the key initiatives that Marco has been actively 

involved in since joining the group. 

“No two people who share the same bed will 

need the same kind of mattress,” says Marco. 

Strategically placed, sensing technology monitors 

your body’s movements in real time throughout 

the night and automatically adapts the mattress 

accordingly. Controlled through an app, you can 

“After air and 

water, sleep is 

most important to 

human survival.” 


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pick a mode and adjust the settings to your preferred 

comfort and support levels. With each side of the bed 

having its own system, people sharing a bed can be sure 

that their side of the mattress is personally supporting 

them for a restful and healthy night’s sleep. 

With plans to grow and develop the digital and 

e-commerce marketplaces in Asia Pacific (particularly 

in China), educate and position ‘Sleep Experts’ in all 

Slumberland stores, capitalise on its well-established 

presence in the contract business, and maintain 

Slumberland as an innovative leader in mattress 

manufacturing; we’re looking forward to seeing all 

“No two 

people who 

share the same 

bed will need 

the same kind 

of mattress.” 

that Marco Righi achieves in the years to come. TM 


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Design 

Decadence 

Clever space planning and 

thoughtful design details 

are the perfect ingredients 

in creating a stylish 

Russian apartment with a 

contemporary touch. 

Words by Reichen 

Images by Boca Do Lobo, Ekaterina Lashmanova 

In major cities across the world, younger 

homeowners are swarming back into the 

urban jungle. After spending years living 

in the suburbs, the new generation is 

finding cities a more appealing place to live in 

due to their close proximity to the workplace, 

educational institutions, retail outlets and other 

points of interest. As a result, many have made 

apartments or multi-storey residential buildings 

their home. 

This has presented a new challenge to interior 

designers. On one hand, most apartment units 

were constructed with limited space due to 

population density in urban settings. On the other 

hand, younger homeowners have developed a 

taste for finer things in life; hence there is a need 

to create living spaces that also appeal to a more 

sophisticated crowd. Such is the challenge faced 

by Ekaterina Lashmanova, whom was tasked to 

design a residential apartment for a young family 

situated in the imposing city of Moscow, Russia. 

Having graduated as an architect, Ekaterina’s 

creation emphasised on its space planning 

features in order to ensure that the apartment 

fulfills the practical needs of the young family. In 

essence, the apartment houses a living room, two 

bedrooms, two bathrooms, two dressing rooms, a 


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dining room, a kitchen and a small study – all the 

space that a small family requires to go about its 

daily life comfortably. 

In addition to its space planning features, 

Ekaterina has also diverted her attention to 

producing a trendy yet iconic interior through 

the use of bold statement pieces custom-made 

by leading Portuguese furniture designer, Boca 

do Lobo. The combination of chic, striking 

furniture pieces and attentive details has resulted 

in a balanced design, which enhances the relaxed 

vibe of its living space. 

The living room features grand ceilings and large 

windows that are paired with classical accents 

with fresh colour palette highlighted by the goldhammered 

finish and contemporary lines of Boca 

do Lobo’s sophisticated Wave Center table. Blue 

hues and sensuous creams pair harmoniously 

with its graphic flooring while the subtle gold 

accents in its lighting fixtures add to the elegance 

of its interior. 


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“In an ill-conceived layout, it’s 

uncomfortable to live, and in this 

case, the décor will not save it.” 

Ekaterina Lashmanova, 

Interior Designer & Decorator of Lashmanova Design 


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Apart from its living room, Ekaterina has put 

a lot of effort into designing the bedrooms and 

bathrooms of this apartment, which is seen 

through the amount of details used to highlight 

the architectural beauty of the respective spaces. 

In the bedroom, its pale touches and rich finishes 

evokes comfort instinctively. Meanwhile, the 

glamorous bathroom reflects the fun perspective 

of the design with its bold pink panels and Art 

Nouveau inspired gold mirror. 

Black accents such as its big indoor frames offer 

the interior a posh undertone while keeping to 

its rich, modern aesthetics. Overall, this Russian 

apartment could be aptly described in three 

words: posh, sharp and glamorous! TM 

www.lashmanova.ru/en/ 


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OCEANIC 

DREAMS 

Draped and drenched in every possible shade of 

blue, this architect’s residence in Miami shouts 

nothing else but his love for the sea. 

Words by Reichen 

Images by Luca Andrisani Architects 


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After designing for a good handful of clients, 

most professional architects would eventually 

get the hang of it. But it’s not the same when 

architect Luca Andrisani’s client was himself. 

“It was simply very strange,” he described his experience. 

On the upside, he was able to express himself freely hence he 

went crazy with the concept (in a good way) for his loft-like 

North Miami Beach residence. 

First, Luca turned his two-bedroom apartment into a 

beachside getaway cum studio residence. The renovation 

took place in a building called Oceanside Plaza, built in 1967 

within the neighbourhood of Millionaire’s Row. Despite its 

amazing location, the interior was rigid where the bedrooms 

were placed on each side of the small central living room. The 

solution was to open up the 1040-square-foot space using two 

twelve-inch wide pocket doors instead of walls. 


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Then comes the fun part. The craziness begins 

with the ocean blue 60s Italian Vietri tile designed 

by Giò Ponti. In an effort to reconnect with his 

Italian roots, Luca decked the entire apartment 

with the bold blue tiles. They were literally 

everywhere – the indoors and terrace included. 

Living in a mostly cream and brown hued Hell’s 

Kitchen apartment, it was really gutsy of Luca 

to go forth with such radical approach. While 

some might think that it’s a little overwhelming, 

Luca till today, still thinks of it as a minimalist 

approach as he used only one material. While 

this leaves room for debate, the rooms were fast 

to pick up the blues of Ponti’s design, from the 

window treatments to the kitchen cabinetry and 

the upholstery. 

The new way the interior flows is pleasing as each 

room now has its own oceanfront view. Luca who 

is also a fan of everything timeless, purchased the 


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“In an effort to reconnect with 

his Italian roots, Luca decked 

the entire apartment with bold 

ocean blue 60’s Italian Vietri tiles 

designed by Giò Ponti. They were 

literally everywhere - the indoors 

and terrace included.” 

Luca Andrisani Architects 


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50’s Murano chandelier in the bedroom and the bathroom’s 

Italian mirrors in an auction. The furnishings date from 

the 60’s such as the Osvaldo Borsani sideboard, lamps 

by Barovier & Toso and Moretti glassware in the dining 

room. Same goes for the sofas and armchairs in the living 

room paired with the coffee table made by Archimede 

Seguso. 

The terrace by far is his favourite. It was definitely love at 

first sight when he saw the stunning seascapes. Making it 

more worthwhile, he even paired it with table and chairs 

by Maurizio Tempestini, which were also bought from an 

auction. Nothing but blue all around, the idea was to create 

a seamless connection between the indoors and outdoors. 

So wherever Luca is, he can see the water; either the ocean 

in the distance or the blue of the ocean on the tiles. TM 

www.lucaandrisaniarchitects 


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Accentuating Art 

Art is often overlooked as a finishing touch to a 

completed concept or even as an additional feature 

to a living space. Nonetheless, the usage of art in a 

home can be more than just a complementary detail. 

Words by Swathe Shanmugaraj 

Images by ARRCC 

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The art piece one chooses for their 

home can be the beginning of a 

colour palette for that space and even 

the centrepiece that becomes the 

focal point of that room. The idea that art pieces 

can be more than just a detail in the background 

is the driving force behind the Johannesburg Art 

House. The house was a collaboration designed 

by architecture firm Cimato Moroldo Architects, 

interior designed by ARRCC and objets d’art by 

design studio, OKHA. 

The house welcomes guests with a glorious 

double-volume entrance that is reached by a 

concrete bridge over a small water feature. The 

walls surrounding this opening are painted dark 

grey that acts as an enclosure towards the glassfronted 

doorway. Despite the heavier exterior 

colours, the interior walls are white-coloured to 

create a stark contrast. The white walls give an 

open space perception that enhances the owner’s 

art collection without seeming too busy or 

untidy. The owner wanted a space where he could 

not only showcase his curated African art pieces 

but also have a home that would be a space to 

entertain guests and be multi-functional. 

The ground floor holds the dining room, bar, 

cinema, formal lounge, family room and kitchen. 


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The entrance hall is decorated with a compelling 

wooden screen that gives a peek into the rest 

of the house. Also from the entrance, snippets 

of the scenic garden and patio can be viewed 

through this open-plan home. One of the art 

pieces featured in this section of the house is the 

brass-clad Solar Mirror designed by Adam Court 

of OKHA. This particular piece adds on to the 

visual language of the house. 

The dining room is impeccably styled with the 

copper PH Artichoke lamps that complement 

the mahogany Mojo candlesticks placed on the 

dining table. To add a little more personality into 

the room, carved tribal-figures from the owner’s 

African art collection, are carefully arranged 

in front of the faceted mirror. The bar is more 

understated with a simple David Weeks hanging 

mobile chandelier from the high ceilings. 

The focal point of the bar is the textured grey 

crystallite wall which adds a touch of masculinity 

into the home. 


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The formal lounge is held with more order. The 

use of clean-line furniture pieces creates an 

elegance that conceptualises charm. The simple 

furniture is the perfect balance to the two large 

canvas artworks that essentially ties the room 

together. The triptych by South African Penny 

Siopis brings in some movement to the generally 

formal area whilst the stronger lines in the 

artwork by Burundi-born Serge Alain Nitegeka 

depict a sense of boldness. 

For a more casual scene, the family room was 

designed with usability in mind. The coffee table 

was customised by OKHA, especially for this 

room. As a way to entertain cohesiveness in the 

overall design of the house, the muted colour 

palette was upheld with the furniture used. The 

kitchen which is adjacent to the family room 

is decked out in monochromatic colours. The 

function of the kitchen was very important to the 


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designers in the sense that only the necessary 

equipment is kept in sight whilst other elements 

are kept smartly hidden as a part of the design. 

Furthermore, the second floor of the Art House 

is an extension of the artistic details prominently 

featured on the ground floor. A ‘Big Shadow’ 

standing lamp by Marcel Wanders and a collage 

artwork by Asha Zero occupy the walls that leads 

into to the bedrooms. Each en-suite bedroom 

is styled with different accent colours. For the 

master suite, a painting by Conrad Botes adds 

brightness to the grey room. Another component 

of this space is added texture through the wood, 

marble and ceramic elements. 

The exterior parts of the Art House are 

completely different in objective. The patio area 

was designed to serve as a space for hosting 

parties, fun and antics. The garden, deck and 

splash pool alongside the carefully arranged 

tables and sofas, create an outdoor entertainment 

hub perfect for dinners and barbeque parties. The 

Art House is essentially gallery-like whilst still 

maintaining the casual comfort of a home. TM 

www.arrcc.com 


ADVERTORIAL 

Dream Away in 

Slumberland 

Slumberland strive continuously to 

reinvent good and healthy sleep 

habits by constantly searching for 

the best sleep experience. 

Established in England in 1919, Slumberland is the leading mattress 

company in innovation of bedding technology. The company 

achieved its worldwide reputation as a premier international bed 

manufacturer after years of hard work, innovation and strategic 

investment. In an effort to address the growing need to cultivate 

a healthier lifestyle, Slumberland is committed to develop new 

products that enable customers to enjoy better, healthier sleep. 

MyZmartBed 

Due to our busy lifestyles, most of us do not have a fixed time of 

when we go to bed and wake up. Good sleep habits can make a 

big difference in your quality of life. Slumberland MyZmartBed app 

provides insights into body position and movement. 

With patented smart-layer technology from Responsive Surface 

Technology, MyZmartBed is the first bed from Slumberland that 

features 2000 plus integrated sensor points that anatomically 

correspond to the five core zones of your body; head, shoulder, 

lumbar, posterior and legs/feet, and adapts to your body’s changing 

positions automatically, while you snooze away at night. 

Through the supporting comfort of MyZmartBed, you will 

experience a deeper, more consistent and uninterrupted sleep, and 

wake up with a refreshed mind and body to face a new day ahead. 

This smart bed is especially useful for those who suffer from 

sleep disorders like apnea, insomnia, or restless leg syndrome. 

MyZmartBed can also record sleep data, empowering you with 

the information you need to improve your sleep better. 

Lastly, MyZmartBed is backed by a comprehensive 10 year 

warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship for 

all of the following components including the foundation, air 

chambers, pumps + associated hardware, pressure sensing layer 

and internal encasement + upholstery foams. Warranty also 

includes online support for software. To ensure you have the latest 

technology, software updates will be available via download. TM 

www.slumberland.com.my 

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PROPERTY 

NEWS 

Prestigious. Award-winning. Quality. Innovative. 

High capital appreciation. Good return 

investments. These are just some of the 

signatures of the property projects undertaken 

by Tropicana Corporation Berhad. The following pages 

showcase some novel and stunning residential and 

commercial developments as further testament to the 

organisation’s flair in this industry. Tropicana Corporation 

hopes to create a more compassionate and supportive 

community, especially within its circles of influence. 

StarProperty.my Awards 2019 

PARGOLF PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARDS 

FOOD GASM FEST 2019 

Easter Day Celebration 

Green Earth Day 

As a responsible developer, Tropicana Corporation 

continues to deliver on its responsibility to give back 

to society by supporting various charitable causes and 

participating in celebrations and community events. 

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PROPERTY NEWS 

From left: Datuk Fu Ah Kiow, Star Media Group Chairman; Ngian Siew Siong, Tropicana Managing Director for Special Project; 

Zuraida Kamaruddin, Housing and Local Government Minister; Datuk Seri Wong Chun Wai, Star Media Group Adviser 

StarProperty.my Awards 2019 


For the fourth year running, the StarProperty.my 2019 

returned to recognise Malaysia’s top developers who 

showcase outstanding developments. Held at Kuala Lumpur 

Convention Centre, this year’s awards saw a total of 24 

categories with 45 entries on projects contested, including 

six new categories. 

Organised by StarProperty Sdn Bhd, the event aims to 

recognise developers who have made significant impact 

to the growth of the property industry while recognising 

the growing need for sustainable development and social 

consciousness. 

Tropicana Corporation Berhad was one of the recipients 

for the prestigious All-Star Award which was awarded to 

11 firms. This award recognises outstanding developers that 

consistently pitch their creativity, ideas and executions to 

create and add value to a multitude of stellar projects. 

The StarProperty.my Awards 2019 showcase fair was held 

at The Curve, from March 14 to 17, featuring the winning 

developers and their award-winning projects. 


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ParGolf People’s Choice Awards 

22 April 2019 

Leading golf clubs in Malaysia were recognised and celebrated in 

the 2019 ParGolf People’s Choice Awards held at the Carlsberg 

Brewery in Shah Alam. 

BEST F&B – GOLFERS TERRACE 

Kelab Golf Negara Subang / Templer Park Country Club / 

Tropicana Golf & Country Resort 

Organised by ParGolf, the ParGolf People’s Choice Awards 

recognises individual golf clubs for their achievements and 

contributions in the preceding year. This year’s fourth edition saw 

the top three clubs in each of 12 categories received awards based 

on the number of votes received via an online poll which ran from 

February 21 to April 3. 

“The ParGolf People’s Choice Awards continues to serve as a 

benchmark for the Malaysian golf industry, providing an indication 

of how golf clubs are perceived by the end-users, namely golfers 

themselves. We congratulate all the award winners and hope this 

will serve as an impetus for them to continue to strive for excellence 

across all spheres, from golf course maintenance and clubhouse 

facilities to F&B and customer service,” said ParGolf publisher 

Suzannah Gun Palmer. 

BEST F&B – HALFWAY HUT 

Kota Permai Golf & Country Club / TPC Kuala Lumpur / Tropicana 

Golf & Country Resort 

BEST GREENS 

Horizon Hills Golf & Country Club / Kota Permai Golf & Country 

Club / Tropicana Golf & Country Resort 

Kota Permai Golf & Country Club led the way with six awards, 

followed by TPC Kuala Lumpur with five, Tropicana Golf & 

Country Resort with four and The Els Club Desaru Coast with three. 

More than 80 representatives of the golf clubs and other guests were 

in attendance at the presentation ceremony which also served as a 

golf industry gathering. 

ParGolf People’s Choice Awards 2019 Winners: 

BEST CLUBHOUSE 

Horizon Hills Golf & Country Club / TPC Kuala Lumpur / 


From Left: Ravindran Varnagopal, Deputy General Manager of 

Tropicana Golf & Country Resort; Suzannah Gun Palmer, Publisher 

of ParGolf magazine; and Elly Kong, Marketing Communications 

and Membership Manager of Tropicana Golf & Country Resort. 


PROPERTY NEWS 

Food Gasm Fest 2019 

2 - 3 March 2019 

The Food Gasm Fest 2019 which happened on 2 & 3 March 

ran successfully at the Central Park in Tropicana Metropark, 

Subang Jaya. Participants of this event enjoyed a variety of 

mouth-watering delicacies from different food trucks and stalls. 

Not only that, they were also treated to hot air balloon rides and 

live performances. Children who tagged along with their parents 

also enjoyed face painting and other activities. 


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Easter Day Celebration 

20 - 21 April 2019 

Easter Day was celebrated with lots of joy and laughter. The 

event took place on the Easter weekend at Tropicana Aman in 

Kota Kemuning, and Tropicana Gardens in Kota Damansara. 

Participants of the event enjoyed a fun filled weekend where 

exciting Easter treats were given away. There were also photo 

opportunities for families and friends at the photo booth while 

children enjoyed creating their own flavours at the ice cream 

making and Easter egg decorating workshops. 


PROPERTY NEWS 

Green Earth Day 

20 - 21 April 2019 

The Earth Day event which happened on the 

20 to 21 of April at Tropicana Metropark 

Property Gallery was a wonderful celebration 

of Eat, Shop, Give, Live, Sustainably! Held 

in conjunction with the global celebration of 

Earth Day, the event included cooking demos, 

zero-waste products, organic fruits and green 

market, pre-loved fabric donation, ecofriendly 

talks, beewax and toothpaste making 

workshop. 


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THE SWING 

Swinging in 

Kapalua 

Explore the golfing paradise of Hawaii for some 

momentous rounds in the Pacific Ocean. 

Words by Felicia Soon 

Images by Kapalua 


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Mixing rounds of golf with a Hawaiian 

island vacation makes for an 

idyllic holiday. Avid golfers regard 

Kapalua Golf in Lahaina Hawaii as 

one of the best Hawaiian golf vacations, as Kapalua 

Golf offers the full package on and off the course. 

Nestled between the Pacific and the mountains 

of West Maui, Kapalua Resort is a 22,000-acre 

master-planned resort community renowned for its 

two majestic golf courses – the Plantation Course 

and the Bay Course; a golf academy; a full-service 

tennis complex; ten residential communities; premier 

hotels; condominium vacation rentals; three white 

sand beaches; and a myriad of restaurants and shops. 

Plantation Course 

Ranked as the #1 golf course in Hawaii, playing The 

Plantation Course is almost every golfer’s bucket 

list. Designed by Ben Crenshaw and Bill Coore, the 

course was designed on a grand scale in keeping with 

its location on the slopes of the West Maui Mountains 

and offers dramatic ocean views from virtually every 

hole. The course opened in 1991 and extends over 

7,411 yards and is Par-73. It is also the site of the 

PGA TOUR Sentry Tournament of Champions each 

January featuring an elite field of previous year’s 

PGA TOUR winners. 

Bay Course 

Designed by Arnold Palmer and Frances Duane, this 

course opened in 1975 and extends over 6,600 yards 

and is Par-72. Dubbed as Hawaii’s Favourite Resort 

Course, the signature hole is Par-3 17th, which is an 


THE SWING 

elevated island green, surrounded by panoramic 

views of the ocean and neighbouring islands which 

adds to the pull factor of the course. 

On the other hand, Hawaiian golf vacations do 

not get any better than the lodging experience that 

awaits you at Kapalua. 

The Ritz Carlton, Kapalua 

Picturesque landscape surrounds this resort, 

immersing guests in an authentic Hawaiian 

experience. The resort recently unveiled newly 

transformed guest rooms and suites with new 

décor embracing Maui’s natural beauty and rich 

cultural heritage. An enhanced lobby and pool 

experience and two new restaurants, Kai Café and 

Ulana Terrace, feature a fresh design approach 

reflective of Kapalua’s lush surroundings. From 

beachfront dining to Hawaiian spa treatments, new 

custom poolside cabanas, cultural and recreational 

activities, this resort is an unforgettable island oasis. 

The Montage, Kapalua Bay 

Every detail of the resort is inspired by the rich 

surroundings and culture of Hawaii. Lasting 

memories can be made while relaxing by the multitiered, 

cascading lagoon pool, or while dining 

on island inspired cuisine in one of the resort’s 

restaurants or bars. Comfortable residentialstyle 

accommodations are an indulgent retreat in 


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themselves, with spacious living rooms, large private 

lanais, fully equipped kitchens, elegant master suites 

and luxurious bathrooms. 

The Kapalua Villas Maui 

Located within Kapalua Resort, Kapalua Villas 

Maui offers upscale and spacious one, two and three 

bedroom villas each with a fully equipped kitchen 

and grand views that span from the mountains across 

the fairways to the ocean. A daily resort fee of $35 

USD offers a full range of amenities and services, 

including preferred rates at Kapalua Resorts two 18- 

hole golf courses, preferred tee times with 45 day 

advance booking, use of Kapalua Tennis Garden 

facilities, and access to the resort shuttle that operates 

from 7 am to 11 pm daily. 

Getting Here 

Kapalua Resort is located 32 miles from the Kahului 

International Airport and 10 miles north of historic 

Lahaina. The West Maui Airport is just 4 miles from 

the resort and offers convenient daily inter-island 

flights. TM 

www.golfatkapalua.com 


ADVERTORIAL 

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fit, there is no denying that it tends to involve high-intensity 

workouts which have long recovery times. As a result, many 

people get discouraged and give up entirely after just a few 

tries. A good alternative that comes to mind in such cases is 

using an aqua gym which has numerous advantages over its 

traditional counterpart. 

Twice as Efficient 

Because water resistance is 12 times higher compared to air 

resistance, exercising in the water allows people to shape their 

bodies and tone their muscles twice as fast compared to landbased 

fitness routines. 

Feel the Burn 

Weight loss can be achieved faster and easier as using an aqua 

gym which involves dealing with water resistance can burn up 

to 700 calories per hour which is twice the rate of a classic 

fitness session. 

Good for the Heart 

A person’s heart rate is 10% lower when they are in the water 

so they will be able to engage in high-intensity workouts while 

submerged without worrying too much about their heart. 

Additionally, the hydrostatic pressure will work wonders on 

their cardiovascular and lymphatic systems. 

Watery 

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More than just a passing fad, aqua 

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multiple benefits. 

Fight the Fat 

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body’s cellulite and water retention issues as the hydrostatic 

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submerged, exercising in the water will help them avoid 

injuries, tension in their joints and muscle soreness. 

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THE TIME 

Time For 

A Special 

Celebration 

Girard-Perregaux partner of 

the famous WinteRace 2019. 

From 28 February to 3 March 2019, 

50 teams with classic cars registered 

until 1976 competed on a 550km long 

route in two day stages. 

Girard-Perregaux Quasar 

Watch 

The Girard-Perregaux Quasar is a masterpiece 

of fine watchmaking and takes its name from 

an astronomical object of very high luminosity 

found in the middle of certain galaxies. The 

45mm case is made of sapphire glass that is antireflective, 

and the hands are skeletonised, white 

gold, ‘Dauphine’ type with luminescent material. 

The bridges made of titanium, sandblasted and 

then blackened by a PVD treatment visually 

contribute to Quasar’s overall transparency 

effect. This watch is also water resistant to 30m. 

Empowering WinteRace 2019 

Girard-Perregaux chooses to present its new 

Quasar model, under the auspices of the “Earth 

to Sky” theme for the first time to the European 

public during the WinteRace 2019. Its philosophy 

unites watchmaking with the world of motor 

sports, both dedicated to the constant search for 

new dimensions in technical and technological 

developments. TM 

Images by Girard-Perregaux 


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Luminor Yachts 

Challenge 

Panerai presents three new chronographs designed to face the most 

demanding challenges of the sea with style, strength and endurance. 

The watches are distinguished by different colour combinations 

- titanium, matt black ceramic and gold. All three models 

have the distinct Panerai design and impressive mechanical 

movements to deliver reliability, toughness and precision to 

admirers of high quality sports watchmaking. 

PAM00788 

The timepiece is encased in black 

ceramic. The black dial complements 

the white luminous Arabic numerals 

and indexes. 

PAM00764 

PAM01020 

The timepiece features a back in 

titanium with special engraving. The 

strap is black rubber and the buckle 

is brushed with titanium. 

This classic beauty is brushed with 

gold and has a see-through sapphire 

crystal glass. It comes with a blue 

alligator strap with beige stitching 

and the buckle is brushed with gold 

as well. TM 

Images by panerai 


THE TIME 

Fantastic Foursomes 

Some of the world’s finest international watch brands debuts 

their revolutionary timepieces to mark special occasions. 

Classico Jade 

I Love You | 

Ulysse Nardin 

One of the timeless models of the 

Ulysse Nardin collection, the Classico 

Jade, returns to the scene with a smaller 

diameter of 34mm and an exclusive 

collection that emphasizes love. With its 

new limited edition of 99 pieces, the 8, 

7, and 6 hour-markers have been replaced 

by the numerals 5, 2, and 0. In Chinese 

numerical tradition, “520” means “I love 

you”. The embodiment of femininity, the 

Classico Jade is a love letter to be worn 

on the wrist. 

DEVEL 16 | 

Moritz Grossmann 

A bold fashion statement for men, Moritz Grossmann DEVEL 

16 is inspired by Devel Sixteen - built for speed with 5000 

horsepower. Designed in polished stainless steel, a yellow Devel 

Motors logo graces the seconds on a black background with a fine 

yellow border. The yellow stitching of the black leather wristband 

matches the colour in perfect harmony. There is a limited edition 

of 16 watches according to the number of cylinders found in the 

Devel Sixteen sports car. 

Images by Moritz Grossman, Ulysse Nardin 


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Super Bowl Watch | 


Moritz Grossmann dedicates the unique Super 

BowlWatch presented in a sporty steel casing to watch 

connoisseurs and fans of the New England Patriots. The 

Super Bowl dial has an elaborate insert in the shape of a 

football that allows a view of the 201.1 calibre in places. 

The match results “13:3” together with the year 2019 

embossed in the background are evidence of the team’s 

triumph. The hands bear the team colours of nautical 

blue and red. The New England Patriots team continues 

its era of victories with a sixth Super Bowl. Since 2001, 

superstar Tom Brady has directed the New England 

Patriots together with Patriots coach Bill Belichick. The 

dominance of the Brady era is unparalleled in football 

history. At the Super Bowl, the “Pats” prevailed against 

the Los Angeles Rams, who have won the Super Bowl 

once before. 

Meet In February | 


Moritz Grossmann documents the second meeting between President 

of the United States of America, Donald Trump and North Korea’s 

ruler Kim Jong-un with a special edition. The new MEET IN 

FEBRUARY timepiece’s handcrafted, lance-shaped hands are lined 

with red and blue HyCeram, the national colours of both countries, 

and are flat polished. The special model comes with a stainless steel 

case and a dial whose middle, with its discreet contours, suggests 

the silhouette of both heads of state in the longitudinal view. The 

fine cut-outs of the contours allow a glimpse of the 201.1 calibre. In 

the lower third of the dial in the space from four to seven o’clock is 

engraved the date of the summit - 27/28.02.2019 where the meeting 

took place in Hanoi, Vietnam. TM 


THE TIME 

Golden 

Moment 

Of Success 

Glashütte Original Senator 

Cosmopolite 

Equipped with an intelligent time zone 

mechanism, the Senator Cosmopolite allows 

the traveller to display the time in two 

different time zones at once, and to choose 

among any of the world’s 35 time zones 

currently in use. The watch can also react 

to the creation of new time zones or the 

elimination of currently existing ones, so 

that in theory up to 96 different times can be 

displayed. 

The timepiece has been available since 2018 

in stainless steel design. Dark blue and white 

form the predominant impression, with black 

details offering visual accents. The refined 

finishing of the sophisticated manufactory 

movement, including the elegant Glashütte 

stripe finish, hand-engraved balance bridge 

and blued screws, can be admired through a 

sapphire crystal case back. 

Senator Cosmopolite 

takes first place in Golden 

Balance 2019 contest 

For the fifth year in a row, a watch from 

Glashütte Original wins first place in the 

prestigious competition for the Golden 

Balance awards. At the official awards 

ceremony in Munich on 21 February 2019, 

the Senator Cosmopolite was honoured for its 

decisive victory in the category for watches 

priced at up to 25,000 Euros. 

Readers of UHREN-MAGAZIN and of 

Watchtime.net were called upon to choose 

their 10 favoured candidates to be nominated 

for a final vote in the five award categories. 

More than 10,000 watch connoisseurs 

participated in the readers’ choice vote. TM 

Images by Glashütte 


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Private Dinner: 

An Evening 

With Panerai 

Panerai’s Chief Executive Officer Jean-Marc Pontroué hosted a private 

dinner presented by world-renowned Chef Massimo Bottura and Chef 

Enrique Olvera in honour of Alfonso Cuarón and his film, “ROMA”, 

which won the Oscar for the Best Director, Best Foreign Language 

Film and for the Best Cinematography respectively. 

“Panerai is proud to partner with the chef Massimo Bottura, a friend of the brand, 

to support, honour and celebrate Alfonso Cuarón and his amazing film ROMA,” 

said Pontroué. Guests in attendance included Alejandro Gonzalez Inarritu, David 

Linde, French artist JR, Pawel Pawlikowski, Yalitza Aparicio, Ted Sarandos, 

Nicole Avant, Steve Golin, Eugenio Caballero, Rodrigo Garcia, Luis Mandoki, 

and Malgosia Bela. 

Panerai Luminor GMT (PAM001320) was worn by American professional 

climber, mountaineer, skier, photographer, and film director Jimmy Chin during 

the Academy Awards Ceremony. His latest film, Free Solo about rock climber 

Alex Honnold’s quest to ascend the famed El Capitan rock formation at Yosemite 

National Park without ropes, won an Oscar for Best Documentary feature. TM 

Images by Panerai 


THE JEWELLERY 

Joined by Love & 

United in Style 

Celebrate who she is this coming Mother’s day. 

Unique collections been launched by various brands that connects 

us in love and tells the story of motherhood in a versatile, 

new way. Inspired by the sheer joy and uplifting experience 

of motherhood, we present to you a range of luxurious and 

exquisite gifts to honor the women who have given us unconditional love. 

“We’ve mixed symbols 

of unending love and 

linked them to create a 

new symbol inspired by 

the fabric of love and 

family bonds.” 

VP Creative Director, 

Francesco Terzo, Pandora. 

Smooth Sterling Silver 

looped with lines of 

glittering pave’ - set 

stones is the knotted heart 

statement ring. - Pandora 

Symbolic of timeless emotional 

bonds, gently rounded links 

reminiscent of the Pandora crown “O” 

are rendered in polished sterling silver 

and hold knotted heart shapes. 

– Pandora 

Images by Dior, Pandora, Tiffany & Co 


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What Mom Really Wants? 

GIVE MOM THE GIFT 

OF TIFFANY 

Tiffany charms “Mom” heart tag in 18k 

yellow gold with diamonds. 

Atlas 2-hand 24mm Women’s Watch in 

stainless steel with diamonds 

Tiffany “T” True narrow 

yellow gold bracelet 

A range of sensual new creations with 

ultra fine, delicate lines bloom in the 

Ros Des Vents line as its continues on 

its dreamy odyssey on the four winds. 

– Dior 

Rose Des Vents Bracelet 

Crafted with yellow gold, diamonds, 

onyx, malachite, turquoise, pink opal 

and mother-of-pearl. TM 

Rose Des Vents 

earrings with rose 

golds, diamonds & 

Onyx 

Rose Des Vents yellow 

gold, diamonds & mother 

of pearl hand jewel. 


THE JEWELLERY 

White gold earrings with 

tanzanite and diamonds 

Rings in rose and 

yellow gold with black 

jades and diamonds 

Adjustable necklace 

in yellow gold with 

diamonds 

Princess Flower by Roberto Coin 

This collection features the twisted wire detail that 

characterizes the entire creative bouquet of the Princess 

family collection. The flower here is the centre of attention 

than being an ornament. It is made by powerful talisman to 

be worn for an elegant look. 

Flower Power 

Inspired by the power and beauty of nature. 

Earrings in white gold 

with diamonds 

At the recent Baselworld 2019, a highly anticipated trade 

show of the international watch and jewellery industry had 

just presented their latest innovations and creations in their 

new collections. Gucci and Roberto Coin had extended 

their jewellery line by incorporating floral patterns to their designs. TM 

Flora ring in white gold 

and diamonds 

Adjustable Flora Gucci 

necklace in white gold, 

diamonds and pearl. 

Gucci Flora by Gucci 

Comprising bracelets, necklaces, rings and earrings, the 

collection showcases a mix of feminine elements such as 

flowers and bows, set with white diamonds and decorated 

with pearls. The monogram detail adds an unmistakably 

Gucci touch. 

Floral earrings in 

white gold, pearls 

and diamonds 

Images by Roberto Coin 

Images by Gucci, Roberto Coin 


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THE LOOK 

Jimmy Choo 

Marti Reverse Suede 

Jimmy Choo 

Romy 85 - Metallic Linen 

Lady Gaga in Jimmy Choo 

Match it up with 

Neutral Nudes 

Beige, in its myriad hues. 

One major surprise that we have seen on the recent spring runaways and the street 

styles is the dominance of the beige colour. “Beige” no longer refers to a dull 

washed out hue, but rather a spectrum of luxe shades ranging from dark caramel 

to pale fawn that could be styled in many ways. Here are some inspirations to 

style beige up that points out to elevated elegance. TM 

Gucci 

Light Houndstooth V neck Jacket 

Gucci 

Light Oversize wool shirt with patch 

Versace, Pre-fall 2019 


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Gucci 

Off-White Mini Zumi 

Strawberry Shoulder Bag 

Gucci Zumi bag collection, Spring 2019 

“My work is related to 

the celebration of the 

body through clothing 

and the opportunity it 

offers us on how we 

represent ourselves in 

the eyes of others, as 

well as in our own eyes,” 

The Thomas 

Burberry bag 

collection, Spring/ 

Summer 2019 

Maria Grazia Chiuri, 

Creative Director of Dior. 

Burberry 

Belted Leather TB Bag 

Jimmy Choo, Spring/Summer 

Collection 2019 

Jimmy Choo 

White Calf Leather and Suede Trainers 

with Chunky Platfroms 


THE LOOK 

Dior Stellaire 

Anya Hindmarch 

Small shoelace drawstring 

bag in Eau de Nil 

Anya Hindmarch 

Bottega Venta 

Hugo Boss 

Slim-fit suit in patterned 

virgin wool serge 

Gucci 

Light cable knit cotton lurex 

turtleneck 

Gucci 

Light crocodile print 

leather pencil skirt 

Class It up by 

Dressing Down 

The elegant dressing gets a reboot in the care of new creative 

directors at the helm of fashion’s most refined brands. As when 

it comes to fashion news, polished clothes have all ceased to 

exist as social media feeds and column spaces are filled with 

sartorial genres ranging from retro eclecticism to sexy expensive 

streetwear with nothing else in between. Whatever happened to 

clothes to go to work in, to have lunch or even to look nice in? 

With a series of new hires in the fashion houses famed for their 

refined elegance this season, looking nice is back. Daniel Lee, 

creative director of Bottega Veneta presented his first collection 

for spring. He incorporates elegance and sophistication as an 

essential inspiration to his style. 

Versace 

Stars, stripes and barocco bag 

pre-fall collection 

Some of the other brands have tapped into the oomph of the 

‘80s and it never looked more exquisite. Fashion houses 

have introduced their brightly coloured A-line skirts, preppy 

checkered blazers and flowing trousers which makes it look 

effortlessly elegant. TM 


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ADVERTORIAL 

Ideal Travel Companion: 

Acer TravelMate X514 

Designed for travelling professionals who seek enhanced 

performance, speed and security features. 

Acer has unveiled its new TravelMate X514, an ultra-portable 

laptop intended to appeal to travelling professionals who seek 

uncompromised productivity from their device. 

Superior Performance 

The slim design makes the device light enough to be carried 

around by frequent travellers. The Windows 10 notebook 

feature a 14-inch Multi Touch FHD Display Touchscreen, and 

weighs in at 980g. In addition, users can get up to 10-hours 

of battery life on one charge. Users can also configure the 

TravelMate X514 with 8th Gen Intel® Core i7 and they have 

DDR4 RAM options as well as SSDs for great performance. 

Premium Security 

The TravelMate X514 also features a Windows Hellocompatible 

fingerprint reader, integrated into the power 

button for better security. A Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 

2.0 chip provides hardware based protection for passwords 

and encryption keys. The system is also preloaded with 

Acer’s ProShield, a suite of security and management tools, 

to safeguard sensitive data. 

The Acer TravelMate X514 series notebooks are available 

now at all Acer official online stores and select authorised 

resellers nationwide. Prices for the Acer TravelMate X514 

series start at RM4,299 for the Core i5 with 256GB SSD. 

For more information, please visit Acer Malaysia Facebook 

or call Acer’s Product Infoline at 1800-88-1288 (9am – 6pm, 

Mondays to Fridays). TM 

www.acer.com.my 

Images by Acer 


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THE LOOK 

High 

Society 

Celebrate the art of individuality 

with an opulent chic minimalist style 

and contrasting textures that add a 

contemporary twist to your look. 

Hair: Tyler Cheng 

Stylist: Sasha Ivan 

Makeup: Joanne Sin 

Photographer: Ryan Chiu (studio R19) 

Model: Icon Model Management 

Location: Wet Deck, W Hotel Kuala Lumpur 


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Minidress, Trench Coat, Belt, 

Necklace & Bag | Marc Jacobs 


THE LOOK 

This page 

Nancy Pleated Collar Dress | LANA 

Purse | Salvatore Ferragamo 

Opposite page 

Minidress | Marc Jacobs 

Blazer | Bon Zainal 

Crossbody Bag | Kate Spade New York 


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“A girl should be 

two things - 

classy & fabulous” 

Coco Chanel 


THE LOOK 

Floral Blazer & Floral Pants | Salvatore Ferragamo 

Earring | Marc Jacobs 


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“You’re only one 

swim away from a 

good mood” 

Embroidered Top & Culottes | LANA 

Bracelet & Heels | Marc Jacobs 


THE LOOK 

“The joy of 

dressing is an art” 

This page 

Gingham Dress | Kate Spade New York 

Embroidered Jacket | LANA 

Drawstring Bag & Heels | Salvatore Ferragamo 

Opposite page 

Striped Dress And Bag | Tory Burch 


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THE ART 

Art In the 

Wilds 

Miaja Art Collections - Contemporary Art Gallery 

presents a Solo Exhibition by David Yarrow in Singapore. 

“A 

good picture has to transcend at many 

different levels. Emotionally, it has 

to be something that grabs people’s 

attention and hold it; whether in its 

content or in terms of how evocative it is,” says David Yarrow, 

world-renowned fine art photographer. 

‘It’s Five O’clock Somewhere’ is an exclusive feature of limited 

edition prints from Yarrow’s recently completed project in 

Montana with iconic supermodel Cindy Crawford. The worldrenowned 

London-based fine art photographer came to Lion 

City to showcase his evocative, pin-sharp black and white 

signature prints. The exhibition also showcased photos that 

capture the beauty and unique characters of endangered wild 

animals in Borneo, Kenya, South Africa, Namibia, Iceland and 

other remote places as well as his iconic image ‘Cara Cigar’ with 

Cara Delevingne. 

Yarrow’s large-format monochrome images have been displayed 

in many leading galleries and museums across Europe, USA 

and Canada. He made his name with his evocative style and by 

getting close to wildlife using wide-angled lenses. In 2017, he 

was one of the bestselling fine art photographers in the world 

with the limited-edition prints regularly selling for high prices 

at auctions. 

At the Sotheby’s photography auction in London in May 2017, 

Yarrow’s iconic image from South Sudan, Mankind, was sold for 

$75,000, the highest of the 100 lots at the show. In April of 2018, 

his image ‘The Wolf of Main Street’ sold for $100,000 and was 

the highest bid piece by a living photographer. 

Giving back is also integral to this Glasgow-born photographer’s 

work ethic as he has reaffirmed his goal of raising significant 

funds for Wildlife Conservation and other charitable projects 


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such as Education and Children’s Cancer. In 2016, Rizzoli New 

York published Yarrow’s latest book, Wild Encounters, which 

had a foreword written by HRH The Duke of Cambridge, Prince 

William, and was awarded the Art Book of 2017 by Amazon. All 

of the royalties from his book are donated to Tusk, the leading 

British NGO that focuses on animal conservation in Africa. 

“Proximity is also an important feature of my work. I don’t take 

loose pictures of landscapes; in my photography, the subject tends 

to be very close to the camera. When the subject is far away, you 

can lose a lot of emotion in the shot. I make pictures rather than 

take pictures. I have a preconception of what I want to capture,” 

Yarrow says about his work. Philanthropy and conservation are 

central to his passion for documenting the animal and human 

world in a fresh and creative way. 

Yarrow’s position in the industry has been recognised with a wide 

range of advisory and ambassadorial roles. He is an ambassador 

for WildArk as well as the Kevin Richardson Foundation and on 

the advisory board of Tusk. In 2017, Land Rover appointed him 

as a global ambassador and creative partner. He is the European 

ambassador for Nikon and has recently been integral to the 

company’s most anticipated camera release of the last decade. 

He shot LVMH’s recent ‘Don’t Crack Under Pressure’ campaign 

with Cara Delevingne that can be seen in airports around the 

world. 

Miaja Art Collections is devoted to encouraging visual dialogues 

to inspire and enrich our daily lives. Focused on promoting artists 

through exhibitions and public programmes, it showcases crosscultural 

art to the local art community and the general public. 

“Embrace who you are and your divine purpose. Identify the 

barriers in your life and develop the discipline, courage and 

strength to permanently move beyond them and keep moving 

forward,” says Isabelle Miaja, the gallery owner of Miaja Art 

Collections - Contemporary Art Gallery. TM 

miajaartcollections.com 


THE VACATION 

Electrifying 

Escapes 

Vivid Sydney 

Transforming Sydney into a technological wonderland, light art 

sculptures, innovative light installations and grand-scale projections 

represent the point where art, technology and commerce intersect. 

Nostalgia Above 

Firefly Field 

The Royal Botanic Garden Sydney is host to the Firefly Field 

which consists of 500 flying light points that simulate an aerial 

ballet of the tiny nocturnal winged creatures. Driven by their 

fascination with the aesthetics and movement of these creatures, 

Dutch artists Toer created a minimalist arrangement consisting 

of LED light points housed in transparent capsules. These are 

supported on superfine, barely visible steel rods that flex and 

spring with the weight of the pod, giving each simulated firefly 

its unpredictable and natural movement. 

Tapping into fond childhood memories of daydreaming while 

cloud-watching, Nostalgia Above connects the romance of nature 

with data-driven climate technology using clouds as its medium. 

A collaboration between Capto Collaborative, the youngest team 

of artists in Vivid Light and Beyond Blue, it uses programmable 

LED bulbs diffused through clusters of translucent polycarbonate 

spheres and projections of environmental imagery to create the 

illusion of rolling cloudscapes as someone walks beneath it. 

Images by Mango PR 


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Ballerina 

An eternal dance solo titled Ballerina occupies the harbour’s 

edge, every step of her graceful performance frozen in time as 

she dances on and on. The work uses light as a compositional tool 

played across 20 silhouettes. A figurative sequence of a cyclical 

ballet repeats endlessly and is perfectly synchronized with its 

soundtrack. Stroboscopic effects call to mind a succession of 

shots from sort of photographic memory, made up of significant 

but never completely perceptible visions. 

Let It Snow 

An immersive and responsive installation gives the impression 

of giant snowflakes landing at Hickson Road Reserve, Sydney. 

Comprised of thousands of LED bulbs, Let It Snow allows 

visitors to walk in between the crystalline structures. It reacts to 

weather patterns and pedestrian motion as the light plays across 

the dendrites that give each snowflake its singular form. The 

space feels more turbulent and tempestuous when the wind is 

blowing and lots of people are playing, wandering and running 

around the flake shapes. 

Austral Flora Ballet 

Every year, an artist of international renown is commissioned 

Images by Apurva Kempinski 

to create an original artwork to be projected onto the iconic 

Sydney Opera House at Harbour City. This year, Andrew 

Thomas Huang is the torchbearer entrusted with the Lighting 

of the Sails. The Los Angeles-based Chinese American artist 

and filmmaker created a hypnotic fusion of contemporary 

dance and motion-capture technology that highlights the 

beauty of local botanic wonders and incorporates a dancer’s 

movements that reflect the sensuous arcs of the Sydney 

Opera House’s silhouette. 

Pixar Animation Studios 

Illuminating Argyle Cut In The 

Rocks 

Transforming Sydney’s heritage-listed Argyle Cut in The Rocks 

into a visual feast are projections of Academy Award-winning 

Pixar Animation Studios’ behind-the-scenes artwork and the 

evolution of their iconic animated films. It is a special project 

designed for Vivid Sydney that takes audiences on a visual 

journey through the studio’s creative process. The creative light 

projection will feature favourite characters from Pixar films 

including the beloved duo of Woody and Buzz Lightyear. 


THE VACATION 

Food 

These restaurants and cafes in 

Sydney offer truly unique dishes 

that tantalise the taste buds. 

Maybe Sammy 

Maybe Sammy is a classic cocktail bar with an interior 

that screams 1950’s Hollywood and Vegas. It has an 

extensive list of signature cocktails and a wide selection 

of spirits, wines and beers. The kitchen whips up bar 

food offerings that perfectly complement their drinks 

such tacos with lavender-marinated salmon, avocados 

and coriander as well as bagels with strips of Wagyu 

pastrami. 

Valet by V Lounge 

This modern Pan-Asian café in Cabramatta earned its spot 

on local foodies’ lists by serving up its show-stopping Beach 

Balls. The embodiment of a summer beach on a plate, these 

deep-fried sweet potato mochi balls come with a blue butterfly 

pea flower custard dipping sauce. Adventurous souls will be 

interested to know that the café has also invented one-of-akind 

dishes such as a liquid nitrogen-infused Tiramisu bingsu 

and udon topped with salted egg curry sauce. 

Speedos 

Sash 

This North Bondi eatery has built up a reputation for serving 

up some of the most beautiful and delicious food in the city 

from stacked and drizzled pancakes to bright pink bowls and 

slightly naughty rolls. Fan favourites include a stack of three 

mouthwatering fluffy pancakes topped with poached berries, 

figs, pistachio crumble and maple syrup. Another light but 

equally tasty option is the raspberry, lime and ricotta hotcakes 

that come with a combination of semolina, strawberry, 

pistachio ice cream, rose and lime reduction. 

Melbourne’s Sash is a restaurant that delivers a fun and 

exciting take on ‘Japi-Mexi’ cuisine. It is widely known for 

its eye-catching technicolour Japanese-style pizzas, tacos 

and sliders although the term ‘pizza’ is used loosely here. 

There are two ‘pizza’ bases with one made out of blackened 

squid ink dough and the other out of crisp oven-baked rice. 

The latter is used in the restaurant’s signature ‘sashizza’, 

an award-winning sashimi pizza with playful toppings that 

include sashimi-style yellowfin tuna, avocados, strawberries, 

mangos and wasabi mayonnaise. Other quirky items on the 

menu include the equally eccentric sticky pulled pork sweet 

chilli and apple slaw salad. 


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Vacay Houses 

These stays have a 

minimalist aesthetic to 

them that make them small 

in size but big in character. 

The Whispers 

Occupying a nice plot of land in close proximity 

to the magnificent Blue Mountains, The 

Whispers is the perfect place to stay for people 

who want to explore this rugged region. Guests 

peeking out of this tiny house will be treated 

to the sight of vast expanses of greenery and a 

spectacular rural setting. This 360-degree view 

of the surrounding countryside offers citydwellers 

in particular the perfect chance to 

escape from a hectic digitally-driven lifestyle. 

Guests can explore the 1km loop trail at the back 

of the property which is also ideal for mountain 

biking or running. Alternatively, they can visit 

the resident sheep, chickens, ducks and peacocks 

during the day before ending the night with a 

fireside meal. 

1 Hotels 

As a luxury lifestyle hotel in Miami inspired by nature as it cultivates 

the best of eco-conscious design and sustainable architecture, together 

with extraordinary comfort and an unrivalled level of service. 1 Hotels 

mindfully creates a healthy, service-focused environment where it 

carefully orchestrated to minimise its footprint by leveraging local 

resources, conserving non-renewable resources, mitigating paper 

consumption and reducing landfill waste. It boasts 425 guests rooms 

including 168 studio suites and one 3,600 square-foot oceanfront 

presidential suite. 

Conrad Beijing 

Brought to life by a built that appreciates a sense 

of slowness amidst rapid urbanisation in China. 

The platinum five-star hotel hosts 300 guests 

rooms, recreational facilities, restaurants, a 

rooftop bar and spa. As it is structured in a sense 

of consistent sophistication but escapes being 

too traditional by maintaining a playful balance 

between the past and the present, refinement and 

flair. Every room is unique, yet close attention 

to details. 


THE VACATION 

Tilba Lake Camp 

One of the original tiny holiday homes in New 

South Wales, Tilba Lake Camp has a variety of 

accommodations including bell tents and two 

eco pods named Bonnie and Clyde. It is set 

amongst the rolling Tibba Valley hills which 

have spectacular views of Mount Gulaga and 

the neighbouring rural landscapes. Cosy but 

spacious, they are full of personality, warmth 

and thoughtful touches. Each home features 

luxurious beds with private lofts and even 

access to heated saltwater swimming pools. In 

the colder months, guests can use their woodburning 

stove to make a cup of tea or coffee in 

the privacy of the tiny home. 

Tinel Vacation Houses 

Along the coastline, specifically on a steep 

north-facing slope in the small village of TriŽala 

in Korcula, Croatia, the two vacation houses 

are located in a single plot land. Measuring 12 

metres-wide and 25 metres-deep, the plot was 

subject to strict regulation. The slant of the 

land also called for staggering levels within 

the vacation houses. Occupants enter from the 

top level, with a secondary entrance on the 

garage ground level. Of course, a vacation here 

would not be complete without savouring the 

impressive coastal views. TM 


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BEAUTY 

Spot-less Clarity 

Kiehl’s - Dermatologist 

Solutions Clearly 

Corrective Dark Spot 

Solution 

Activated Vitamin C works rapidly to 

inhibit melanin synthesis and step in to 

fight unwanted pigmentation such as 

prevention of melanin clusters. 

Fresh FACES 

Introducing the latest serums and sunblock 

to keep your beauty routine fresh. 

Making a refreshing beauty statement this season 

is all about mining your natural resources. As 

for the result? Raw, unfiltered beauty. 

Sleep in a jar 

and mask 

Sothys - No 2 ctuelle 

Detox Coffret Set 

Extracts of nasturtium is rich in α 

– glucans (Oxygen-like) that helps 

strengthen the cells ability to adapt 

to a lack of oxygen resulting to a 

skin that glows. 

Images by Three, Kiehl’s, Clé de peau, Sothys, Skin Aqua 

TM | MAY/JUNE 2019

Real smooth 

Three - Aiming Facial Oil Essence 

With essential oils such as fennel, geranium and 

extracts obtained from a plant called “Kanzo” in 

Japanese, where it contains glycyrrhizin and glabridin 

which is effective for soothing skin and preventing 

skin problems. 

Bid Adieu to Dark Circles 

Clé de Peau - Enhancing Eye Contour 

Cream Supreme & Vitality-Enhancing 

Eye Mask Supreme 

Infused with Iris Florent Extract from the Iris florentina plant, 

it’s a first-of-its kind scientific approach to a re-contoured eye 

area and a more youthful, lifted eye look. 

UV Defense 

Skin Aqua - Tone Up UV Essence 

This lightweight formula employs a blend of sunscreen 

filters with passion fruit, hydrolyzed plum, and 

chestnut rose that produces a blue-pink lavender tint 

that neutralises yellow cast to brighten sallow-looking 

skin tone too. TM 


BEAUTY 

WILD, WILD EARTH 

Playing with sensual earth-toned landscapes 

with scents of floral notes. 

Out on the desert dunes, in the folds of shimmering heat, 

beneath the sun. It is the perfect setting for the raw 

sophisticated beauty of earth stand out. This is the palette 

for subtly sexy eyes with a wild glow. 

Scorching Eyes 

This summer we explore Shades of bronze mix with sand and earth 

to play tension between nature and light 

Daring Voyager - THREE 

Cream eye shadow that dances on your eyelids with glitter that 

contains Black Pearls as well for natural shading. Shiso extract, 

Olive oil, Meadow foam oil, Tea seed oil, Argan oil and Evening 

primrose oil are some of the plant oils that is added for it to melt 

like butter on your fingertips for a sheer and subtle shimmer. 

Caviar Chrome Collection - 

Laura Mercier 

This long wearing shimmer liquid eye 

colour delivers a lustrous sheen effect for 

customizable metallic looks, from subtle to 

intense. Water - based, weightless shadow is 

infused with prismatic pearls providing fresh 

cooling sensation on eyelids whilst enhancing 

colour dimension. 

Earthy Lips 

Lips as if tattooed with earth tones warmed by the sun 

with deep brown to desert rose shades. 

Addict Lacquer Tattoo & Stick - Dior 

Dior Addict Lacquer Tattoo is a pure object of desire where 

Lacquer Stick adopts a bronze touch. The collection features 

four exclusive shades like odes to untamed nature: an 

orangey beige to desert rose. While, Dior Addict Lacquer 

Stick doubles the colour intensity with incredibly bright and 

pearly shine. 

Images by Three, Dior, Clé de peau, Laura Mercier 

TM | MAY/JUNE 2019

Skin Bathed In Glow 

Glow it up with dewy, lustrous and luminous 

skin in this summer heat 

Teint Poudre - Crème Éclat - 

Clé de peau 

Lightweight and long lasting foundation with 

a natural matte finish where the unique texture 

glides on the skin for flawless illumination. A 

refined look throughout the day that controls 

shine, luminous sheer and natural radianece. 

Sweet Garden Scent 

Emphasize the sweet smell of floral 

bouquet with sensual creation that is 

absolutely feminine. 

J’adore Huile Divine - Dior 

The iconic curves of its amphora is an invitation 

of instant pleasure. Its spray diffuses a generous 

mist for sensual and even application. This silky 

cloud settles gently, enveloping the skin with 

the notes of the floral bouquet, in which jasmine 

and rose shines. TM 


ADVERTORIAL 

Where Learning Is Fun 

Kindyland – choice preschool within the 

Tropicana Golf & Country community 

Choosing a preschool for your child is 

undoubtedly an important decision for 

parents as it is the starting point of their 

child’s education journey, preparing them 

for schooling life and beyond. 

Each parent will have their own decision 

criteria, be it the atmosphere of the center, 

location or educators’ experience, among 

others. However, the most important factor 

is that parents and child trust and feel 

comfortable with the school. 

Nestled within the lush surroundings of 

Tropicana Golf & Country Club, Kindyland 

is a familiar name amongst the community. 

Established in 2008, it offers convenience 

and quality education in a safe and secure 

environment, with a pleasant view of blue 

skies and greenery. 

Kindyland adopts a multi-lingual teaching 

approach with daily immersion in English, 

Mandarin and Bahasa Malaysia. Emphasis 

on out-of-classroom learning via events 

such as Dental Care Day, Fire Awareness 

Day, field trips as well as enrichment classes 

results in a holistic learning experience. 

With the wellbeing of children and 

their surrounding environment in mind, 

Kindyland was upgraded in 2019, to 

be more child friendly with improved 

facilities. To safeguard children’s health, 

daily temperature-taking and sanitization is 

performed at Kindyland. Meals are prepared 

by the club’s halal certified kitchen. 

Operating for over 11 years, Kindyland 

continues to provide a great early learning 

experience to each and every child. 

For more information please visit 

kindyland.com.my or call 017 314 6754. TM 

“Good educators 

and activities that 

put a smile on my 

child’s face” 

Parents’ Testimonials 

“The school has nurtured my 

children in a multi-lingual 

environment where they have 

gained better social skills through a 

positive schooling experience. They 

have good educators and provides 

a variety of extra activities like 

concerts and sports day that puts a 

smile on my child’s face.” 

Connie, mother of 

Gabrielle Kwok Jia Wen 

“After attending Kindyland for 

three months, Sherwin is really 

good at writing and is making 

good progress in Mandarin. He 

loves his school and teachers. The 

school environment is nice and 

clean while providing high quality 

education. Kindyland has exceeded 

our expectations.” 

Makial, parent of Sherwin 

“The teachers are very attentive 

and approachable, location and 

security is good and the overall 

environment is pleasant. Kindyland 

ensures that each child is given 

attention by their teachers and my 

kids have learnt to be more sociable 

and independent.” 

Chiat Lin, parent of Marissa 

and Malcolm 


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HEALTH & WELLNESS 

Health 

is 

Wealth 

Simple selfcare practices for 

a healthy mind & body 


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Health is a top priority for many 

individuals yet many are still unclear 

on how to maintain a healthy body. 

Staying healthy can be achieved 

with proper diet, exercise and good hygiene. These 

are some of the top picks from food to body care 

that can help facilitate a healthy lifestyle. 



Healthy Munchies 

Certain type of foods can help individuals lose weight 

and lower the risk of diseases. Hence, it is imperative to 

be conscious of one’s food intake. The basic concepts of 

healthy eating are balance, moderation and variety, all of 

which are covered by these delectable options. 

Amazin Graze 

Amazin Graze is an Asian purveyor of yummy and 

healthy snacks. Their freshly baked handmade products 

are filled with tree nuts, seeds and superfoods like chia 

seeds, flax seeds, and buckwheat. These ingredients are 

a great supply of protein, fiber, Omega- 3s, healthy fats 

and fat-soluble vitamins like vitamin E. Their sweeteners 

are derived from coconut sugar which is a healthier 

option. Their granola flavours ranges from Salted Gula 

Melaka to Matcha Green Tea and they also have a wide 

selection of nut butters. 

Dahmakan 

In the spirit of the ‘farm to plate’ philosophy, Dahmakan 

serves high quality food straight to the doorstep as they 

aspire to make healthy eating simple and effortless 

especially for urbanites. By taking control of the entire 

value chain including food production by their in-house 

kitchen and logistics, Dahmakan is able to provide a very 

efficient delivery service. Their food consists of fresh local 

ingredients with zero MSG and preservatives. With meals 

such as roasted chicken breast with sweet potato mash and 

spiced perch with cauliflower rice, their prepared meals 

have a balance of good carbohydrates and proteins. 


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Odlo - 

For this summer 2019 Women’s activewear 

collection, Odlo joined forces with Zaha 

Hadid Design, developing a new perspective 

in functional sportswear. Adapting to the 

anatomy and physiology of the human body, the 

collection incorporated layering techniques to 

give optimal performance and design. The new 

line comprises of a parka, tights and bralette 

that is translucent and breathable. The tights 

uses wrap knit technology and an integrated 

net structure with seamless fabric transitions to 

ensure a perfect fit and temperature regulation 

with full freedom of movement. Meanwhile, 

the bralette has bio-centric body mapping and a 

net structure to give a maximum flexibility and 

climate control. 

Functional Workout Apparel 

When it comes to choosing one’s workout gear, it is important to take functionality 

and comfort into consideration. Look at these brands that as put significance to it 

by integrating certain technology to their active wear apparels. 

Lorna Jane 

Lorna Jane is driven to design the best active wear and dedicated 

to producing ethical products. Their recent collection features 

Luxe athletic which incorporates LJ Hydrate, their first ever 

skin technology. It’s a combination of their Nothing 2 See 

Here range design with proprietary light-blocking interlock 

technology that assures maximum coverage infused in Aloe 

Vera encapsulated technology that leaves the skin hydrated 

whilst working out. The Aloe Vera particles released keeps the 

skin rejuvenated and hydrated. The tights also use LJ Excel 

which is a high performance fabric that offers maximum 

breathability and ultimate support to aid in muscle recovery. 



Aloha Cycle 

Hang loose and escape the hustle and bustle while 

basking in the island vibes of Aloha Cycle Club. 

Aloha applies a more unconventional approach to 

spin classes by incorporating ride and mindfulness 

exercise at the end of each session. Their signature 

“Aloha Ride” consists of a high intensity interval 

training and a portion of upper body strength which 

then ends with a cool down and stretching. This 

classes are typically 45 to 50 minutes focusing on 

core strength and upper body training, in which the 

body weight maintain resistance. 

Get Moving 

Exercising regularly is the single most pivotal thing one can 

do for the body. Recent there’s a growing evidence that has 

shown high intensity interval training (HIIT) offers similar 

or even better results compared to longer, lower intensity 

workouts. Take a look at these gyms that offers distinctive 

classes catered to each individual. 

FLYPROJECT.CO 

Experience Flylab by Flyproject is a space created 

to strengthen, align, challenge and inspire your 

fitness journey. With a variety of fast paced 

and focused classes catered for each individual, 

practice the flow and flexibility through a series 

of postures for a calm state of mind and body 

in their yoga classes. One could also focus their 

movements on the signature pilates classes that 

burns all the effective zone with a variety of 

moves. Designed to challenge and push one’s 

body is their HIIT class that gives emphasis on 

building strength, power and endurance. 

TRIBE Boxing Studio 

At TRIBE Boxing studio one could lose themselves to the music 

that brings out the best of the boxing abilities to the forefront, 

with a surround-music system that heightens the senses. It is an 

exhilarating 45 minute workout regime designed to enable to go at 

one’s own pace that combines signature boxing and high intensity 

interval training. TRIBE boxing provides the benefit of a full 

body workout which is guaranteed to elevate the heart rate, whilst 

mastering the art of boxing. For instance, individuals with faster 

reflexes tend to have a better physical coordination as a whole. 

This is particularly important during aging, as coordination and 

balance become compromised, increasing the risk of falls. 


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Body Rituals 

Losing centimeters is no longer the only focus, as individuals 

are also aiming for a tone and clean body that looks young. 

Just like the face, one’s body ages, hence it deserves cuttingedge 

skincare as well as a good bathing ritual. The skin on 

our bodies experiences a lot of friction from clothes that we 

wear, weather changes and pollutions, hence a daily body care 

routine is the only way to keep one’s body firmed and toned. 

LUSH 

From Romans bathing in the hot mineral water in the 

city of Bath, to Cleopatra taking a dip in milk and honey, 

bathing has reaped benefits for centuries. On that note, 

Lush has turn an ordinary bath into a luxurious event 

that treats the skin with an abundance of rich butter and 

essential oils which can boost the wellbeing of both the 

mind and body. For instance, their Hulder bath bomb 

contains ingredients such as coarse sea salt, tangerine 

oil, davana oil and elemi oil that helps with cleansing 

and volumising as well as uplifting and rejuvenating. 

Lush also have a new range of innovative and nourishing 

body scrub collection which leaves the skin smooth and 

glowing. 

Sothys 

Targeted to smoothen any skin type is 

SOTHYS that combines the rigour of 

science with the inspiration of nature, 

as the active ingredients have proved 

their worth in their most sophisticated 

formulas. Their pro-youth body serum 

serves as an intensive treatment with 

a melt-in formula with an appealing 

grapefruit scent. Formulated with active 

ingredients such as peptides M3.0, 

evening primrose, complex vitamins and 

omega 3,6,9 that helps to nourish, plump 

and revitalise the skin. TM 


THE DISHES 

Dine in 

with 

Seafood 

Excite your palate with 

these seafaring dishes. 


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Salmon & 

Spaghetti 

This classic Italian speciality has some 

twist to it with its spicy butter smoked 

salmon. Garlic and herbs are used to 

create an intense flavour sauce to the 

pasta. It is finished with fresh cherry 

tomatoes and lettuce. 

Restaurant 27 

Clubhouse 

Tel: 03-7804 8888 


THE DISHES 

Red Snapper with 

Angel Hair Aglio Olio 

Jojo Italian offers an indulgent dish of angel hair pasta 

sauteed in a creamy alfredo sauce which is paired 

with a scrumptious fried red snapper. The use of fresh 

ingredients in this dish tantalises the tastebuds with the 

flavours of the sea, resulting in a simple yet tempting 

main dish. 

Jojo’s Italian Restaurant 

Clubhouse 

Tel. 03-7805 3935 

www.jojoitalianrestaurant.com 

Operating Hours 

Monday to Thursday 

11.00am to 1.00pm 


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Thai sauce fish 

A savoury Thai sauce is used to cook this dish which 

complements the crispy crunch of the fried fish. Accompanied 

by the subtle use of fiery birds eye chilli which makes this 

dish unique and delicious with a punch. 

Spring Garden Chinese Restaurant 

Clubhouse 

Tel. 03-7880 7226 


Monday to Saturday 

11.30 am to 2.30pm 

6.30pm to 10.30pm 

Sunday and Public Holidays 

10.30am to 10.30 pm 


THE DISHES 

Soondubu Jjigae 

A hearty soup is quintessential comfort food. 

This dish is made with freshly curdled soft tofu, 

vegetables, enoki mushrooms and onions with 

seafood and meat being optional additions. 

Myeong Dong 

Clubhouse 

Tel. 03-7805 3935 


Monday to Sunday 

Lunch 11.30am to 3.00pm 

Dinner 5.00pm to 10.00pm 


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Nama Kaki 

Teppanyaki 

The must-try teppanyaki dish in this restaurant makes fresh 

oysters which are called ‘nama kaki’ in Japanese its star. 

Cooked to perfection with butter sauce, these ocean delights 

are of the finest quality and taste absolutely divine. 

Gin Shui Tei 

Clubhouse 

Tel. 03-7804 8888 

www.facebook.com/ 

ginshuitei 


Monday to Sunday 

Lunch 12.00pm to 3.00pm 

Dinner 6.30 to 10.30pm 


GAME CHANGER 

Dynamic Flair 

For Designing 

Kelly Hoppen is an influential designer who 

chooses timeless luxury over a trendy style, to 

create a warm, homely atmosphere. 


Images by Alexandra Public Relations 

Born in Cape Town, South 

Africa, Kelly Hoppen grew up 

in London, United Kingdom 

and began her career in interior 

design at a prime age of 16 when she was 

given the opportunity to design a family 

friend’s kitchen. 

Today, Kelly Hoppen is an internationally 

renowned British designer, author of House 

of Hoppen: A Retrospective and Kelly 

Hoppen: The Art of Interior Design, and 

style influencer in her first iPhone app: Home 

Style. Her characteristic clean lines, neutral 

tones and tactile opulence have defined 

landmark buildings, hotels, prestigious 

residences and iconic product collections. 

With 40 years of experience at the forefront 

of her industry and a minority business 

enterprise (MBE): a British honour given 

to a person by the Queen for a special 

achievement. Kelly Hoppen who is also 

the proprietor of Kelly Hoppen Interiors 

is passionate about making her style and 

philosophy accessible to the masses. Some of 

her early clients include global A-listers such 

as David and Victoria Beckham, and English 

Actor Martin Shaw who commissioned 

Hoppen to design their homes respectively. 


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Pearl 95 

Iconic Design 

One of Kelly Hoppen’s most 

recent projects include 

collaboration with Bill Dixon 

to design the ultra-luxury yacht 

- The Pearl 95, where the exquisite interior 

features luxurious materials such as marble, 

teak, ceramic and linen. 

The new Pearl 95 features the exclusive 

Kelly Hoppen luxurious interior design, on 

par with the impeccable standards expected 

by superyacht owners. The owner’s cabin 

is located on the main deck and features a 

functional layout that maximises space and 

creates a vibrant atmosphere. 

The main deck saloon is largely spacious that 

can fit a huge L-shaped sofa and a dining 

table for eight. A unique feature is the floor to 

ceiling fully glazed automatic patio doors on 


GAME CHANGER 

three sides of the saloon which when open, allow 

for an unparalleled connection to the outdoors. 

“All the joinery is hand designed and sketched 

with the layering of different textures whether 

wood, metals, suedes, leathers and fabrics. I also 

layered the materials in a unique way to create 

depth. A yacht’s beauty is all about its sleek lines, 

open space and safety,” explained Kelly Hoppen. 

On the lower deck, the Pearl 95 also features two 

double cabins and two twin cabins, all en-suite 

with owners given the option to specify a full beam 

cabin with walk-in wardrobe and large bathroom 

in place of the two double cabins. 


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“This is our fourth yacht but it is the largest for pearl 

yachts. I wanted to create something more defined 

by using a different woodwork colour that I believe 

can give it grandeur and design more details in the 

joinery while still keeping the Hoppen branding. 

We also increased the lighting details,” shared Kelly 

Hoppen. 

Kelly Hoppen has also collaborated with Resource 

Décor to produce an exclusive furniture collection 

where she worked closely with Resource Décor’s 

Studio of Innovation and Design in Vietnam to bring 

her designs to life. 


GAME CHANGER 

Kelly Hoppen MBE’s 

2018 Furniture 

Collection 

Barnie Pendant Large 

Feminine and sleek, the Barnie pendant 

is an elegant, slim, hanging lamp. A 

white glass ball is suspended between 

two sheets of polished stainless steel, 

generating a beautifully soft glow as it 

peers out from the bottom of the stylish 

shade. 

Materials: Polished Stainless Steel/Polished 

Brass. 

Kelly Hoppen believes that texture has the power 

to add depth and sensuality to a room and she 

plays with materials such as sumptuous velvets, 

rich leathers and linens to create designs that 

are iconic, retro and reflective of her unique East meets West 

design philosophy. 

“I was able to let my imagination run free and design pieces 

that I had been dreaming about for years. I pictured exactly 

what each piece of furniture would look like and after some 

hard work and alongside a brilliant workshop and team, we 

created the collection. I am so happy with the end result – 

every single piece is a testament to timeless elegance,” Kelly 

Hoppen shared enthusiastically. 

“At Resource Decor, our focus is on connecting our clients 

around the world, to the best in designs. Our collaboration 

with a designer as renowned, accomplished and admired as 

Kelly is an embodiment of our vision. We are privileged to 

Danny Desk 

This two-tone Danny desk has balance and 

harmony, a hallmark of Kelly Hoppen’s 

designs, while the tonal contrast draws on 

the theme of this season’s collection. Work 

this contemporary desk into your home 

office for added style. 


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Molly Lounge Chair 

The perfect bedroom chair, Molly is the 

embodiment of comfort. Beautifully proportioned, 

the nubuck leather upholstery complements the 

polished stainless steel base, while piping detail 

adds interest. 

Newman New Bed – US King 

Pure forms and neutral hues blend effortlessly in 

Kelly Hoppen’s inviting Newman bed. The twotoned 

nature of taupe oak and white leather ensures 

simplicity reigns, allowing for an effortless sleep. 

Marco Side Table 

by Kelly Hoppen 

This dynamic, twisted side table 

adds a little something extra to any 

room without stealing the limelight. 

be working with one of the most celebrated contemporary 

designers on the international stage,” said Geoff Hawkes, 

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Rochdale Spears 

Group and Founder of Resource Decor. 

Kelly Hoppen MBE latest 2018 Furniture Collection with 

block, neutral colours – shades of beige, cream and white 

aspires to create a calming and harmonious environment. TM 

www.kellyhoppeninteriors.com 

www.resourcedecor.com 

Newman 4 Door Sideboard 

A pale two-tone palette dominates in the Newman 

4 door sideboard nightstand with a grey oak frame, 

whitewashed oak drawers, and subtle acrylic detail 

forming a clean slate that can be personalised using 

accessories of glass and ceramic. 


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Effortless Everywhere: 

Rolls-Royce 

Cullinan 

The most luxurious SUV on the 

market makes its Malaysia debut. 


Images by Rolls-Royce Motor Cars 

An eye catching feature on the new 

Cullinan is the high bodied, solid 

appearance. The Cullinan, named 

after the largest rough diamond ever 

discovered, reaches 1,836mm, a height accentuated 

by a large glass to metal ratio as viewed from the 

side while 22-inch wheels give Cullinan a beautiful 

visual balance. 

Rolls-Royce traditionally places demand on its 

unique all-aluminium architecture called the 

‘Architecture of Luxury’, which delivers 

extraordinary body stiffness for exceptional ‘bestin-class’ 

performance on rough terrain, whilst 

maintaining the ‘Magic Carpet Ride’ for off-road 

enjoyment, without sacrificing any Rolls-Royce 

on-road behaviour. 

Cullinan is powered by a 6.75-litre twin-turbo 

V12 petrol engine. Output numbers for the unit 

are 563hp at 5,000rpm and 850Nm at 1,600rpm. 

Combined with an eight-speed auto transmission, 


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performance figures include a 0-100km/h time of 5.1 

seconds and a 250km/h top speed, and reported fuel 

consumption, is 15 litres per 100 km. 

Off-road, the electronically-controlled air suspension 

uses a powerful compression system to actively 

push down any wheel when the system detects loss 

of traction. This is to ensure that every wheel is 

constantly in contact with the ground and maximum 

torque is delivered to all wheels. 

Upon opening the coach doors – the SUV lowers 

itself by 40 mm to make entry effortless for occupants 

(including the driver). Once inside, the apertures 

can be closed through a touch sensor located on the 

exterior door handles. 

As the most anticipated Rolls-Royce of all time, 

contemporary and functional design ensures Cullinan 

gains iconic status in the face of increasingly bland 

SUV designs. The debut vehicle has a black leather 

interior with Scivaro Grey, Mandarin and Slate 

contrast trim as well as open-pore blackwood and 

chevron wood elements. 

In addition, the upper fascia is clad in new, durable 

and water-resistant boarded ‘Box Grain’ black leather 

similar to that seen on high-end Italian luggage and 

handbags. 

The rear passenger compartment provides the best 

seats in the house and customers can go for the fourseater 

version, also known as Individual Seats or the 

five-seater version, also known as Lounge Seats. 

The Lounge Seat configuration is likely to be 

more attractive to families. The rear seats fold 

down electronically. Both seat backs can be folded 

completely, creating a flat load area or in a 2/3 and 

1/3 split, increasing practicality even further. 

The Individual Seat configuration is for those who 

value luxury over practicality. The two individual 

rear seats are separated by a console which contains 

a drinks cabinet with whisky glasses and decanter at 

the front, and champagne flutes and refrigerator in the 

rear. The seats also feature ventilation and massage 

functions, and can be adjusted to offer ultimate 

comfort for rear seat passengers over long journeys. 


THE DRIVE 

The rear compartment or boot area offers a standard 

560 litres of spaces (and 600 litres with the parcel 

shelf removed). Access to the cargo space is via an 

opening two-section tailgate called ‘The Clasp’. 

The opening and closing of the mechanism is done 

automatically via a button on the key fob. 

Cullinan is also the first “three-box” car in the SUVsector 

where a glass partition isolates the passenger 

cabin from the luggage compartment to decrease 

noise levels and improve climate control operation. 

Available kit includes a panoramic glass roof, an 

18-speaker Bespoke audio system and individual 

entertainment touchscreen displays. The Cullinan 

also features items such as a WiFi hot spot, wireless 

mobile charging at the front and five USB ports 

around the cabin. 

For the driver, Cullinan’s safety features include 

Night Vision and Vision Assist, including daytime 

and night-time Wildlife & Pedestrian warning, a four 

camera system with panoramic all-round visibility 

and a helicopter view, active cruise control, collision 

warning, cross-traffic alert, lane departure and lane 

change warning. TM 

www.rolls-roycemotorcars.com 


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THE CRUISE 

Luxury 

Yachting 

With 

Benetti FB803 

The close link between yacht and nature is 

emphasised by Benetti’s naval architecture. 


Images by Sculati & Partners 

Impressive and luxurious, the Benetti FB803 

is a 50-meter custom yacht designed with 

a fiberglass hull and aluminium alloy 

superstructure. 

FB803 is the third yacht in the popular FB800 Custom 

Series by the Italian shipyard Benetti. Founded in 

1873, Benetti is the oldest Italian shipyard, specialised 

in building luxury yachts. The yacht exterior lines are 

an in-house work by Benetti, while the modern stylish 

interiors are designed by UK studio Bannenberg & 

Rowell, a bespoke superyacht design studio based 

in Fulham. The studio has won multiple World 

Superyacht and International Superyacht Society 

awards and was featured in the Top 100 designers by 

Architectural Digest in 2010. 


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THE CRUISE 

The use of fiberglass and aluminium alloy makes it 

possible to design spacious interiors, improving the 

level of comfort on board. Furthermore, fiberglass and 

aluminium alloy reduces the vibration transmission, 

granting a low noise cruise, and offers customisation 

options for the superstructure. 

For the interior décor, Bannenberg & Rowell Design chose 

refined materials such as brushed fir wood, dark walnut 

and white oak, silver travertine and Eramosa stone. Some 

finishes are in light and dark hammered bronze, others in 

light silver. The etched glass mirrors, together with the 

nacre mosaic, ensure the yacht a distinctive style. 


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As for the exterior design, one of the most remarkable 

features on board the FB803 is the 140 square meters Sun 

Deck, with a glass-walled swimming pool in the stern, a 

12-seating dining table, an American bar and a Jacuzzi 

pool in the bow with a panoramic view. 

The Upper Deck offers a recreation area where guests can 

relax in the large lounge and living area. The introduction 

of several selected furnishing elements from renowned 

Italian brands, such as Paola Lenti, Minotti and Poltrona 

Frau, is a trademark of the ‘Made in Italy’ style, displayed 

in Benetti’s yachts. 

Additionally, the lower deck, also known as the ‘beach 

club’ is designed as a water-level terrace, and offers a 

bar, sun pads and an infinity sauna for guests to enjoy 

a breath-taking view of the sea. The Lower Deck also 

offers guests two VIP cabin, each one with a dedicated 

dressing, while the Master full-beam suite is on the Main 

Deck. This suite is large and comfortable with an overall 


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surface of 60sqm, and offers a private office, two walk-in 

dressing and two bathrooms with hydro massage tub and 

shower. A sliding glass door leads to the 6sqm private 

balcony. 

Lastly, the FB803 has six cabins to accommodate up to 

12 guests. Powered by two Caterpillar C32 Acert engines; 

both rated 1,193kW, the yacht can reach a cruising speed 

of about 14 knots and a top speed of 15.5 knots. The 

yacht’s range at a speed of 11 knots is over 4,000 nautical 

miles. TM 

www.benettiyachts.it 


THE LIST 

DINING OUTLETS & SHOPS 

Function Areas 

Ground Floor 

3 Greens 1 

23 Greens 3 

25 Poolside Terrace 

First Floor 

5 Greens 2 

8 Ballroom 1 

9 Ballroom 2 

10 Ballroom 3 

Outlets 

1 Pro Shop 

2 De Manshop 

4 Twenty 7 Restaurant 

6 Spring Garden Chinese Restaurant 

7 The Palm Coffee House 

11 Gin Shui Tei Japanese Restaurant 

12 Kindyland Tropicana 

14 The Green House Florist 

Outlets 

15 Alam Convenient Store 

16 Tropicana Clinic 

17 Eco Hair Salon 

18 Havana Lounge & Havana Cozy 

20 Myeong Dong Korean BBQ Restaurant 

21 J Italian Restaurant 

22 Thai Odyssey Spa & Massage 

24 Bowling Alley 

Pro Shop 

Ground Floor, Golf Wing 

Tel: 03-7804 6348 

Open Daily: 7.00am - 7.00pm 

De Manshop 

Ground Floor, Golf Wing 

Tel: 03-7880 4063 

012-331 8063 (KK Wong) 

(Call mobile for appointment) 


Twenty 7 Restaurant 

Ground Floor, Golfers’ Lounge 

Tel: 03-7804 8888 ext. 325 

Open Daily: 

Mon to Sun: 6.30am - 11.00pm 

Spring Garden 

Chinese Restaurant 

Ground Floor, Main Wing 

Tel: 03-7880 7226 

Mon to Sat: 

11.30am - 2.30pm | 6.30pm - 10.30pm 

Sun to Public Holidays 

10.30am - 2.30pm | 6.30pm - 10.30pm 


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The Palm 

Coffee House 

Gin Shui Tei 

Japanese Restaurant 

Kindyland 

Tropicana 

The Green 

House Florist 


Tel: 03-7804 8888 ext. 306 



Tel: 03-7886 9168 

Open Daily: 

Lunch: 12.00noon - 3.00pm 

Dinner: 6.30pm - 10.30pm 


Tel: 03-7804 8888 ext. 318 

Mon to Fri: 8.00am - 3.00pm 

Closed on Weekends and 

Public Holidays 

Ground Floor, Walkway 

Tel: 012-370 7303 / 

03-7880 1388 


Sat: 9.00am - 5.00pm 

Closed on Sunday 

Alam General Store 


Tel: 03-7804 3095 


Tropicana Clinic 


Tel: 03-7805 5461 (Dr. Molly) 


Sat: 9.00am - 4.30pm 

Closed on Sun and Public Holidays 

Eco Hair Salon 


Tel: 03-7804 9316 

Tues to Sat: 10.30am - 7.30pm 

Sun: 10.30am - 6.00pm 

Closed every Mon and 

Public Holidays 

Havana Lounge & 

Havana Cozy 

Lower Ground Floor, Palms Wing 

Tel: 03-7804 8888 ext. 514 

Open Daily: 

]Mon to Thurs: 5.00pm - 1.00am 

Fri to Sat: 5.00pm - 2.00am 

Sun: Closed 

Myeong Dong Korean 

BBQ Restaurant 

Ground Floor, Palms Wing 

Tel: 03-7802 8917 / 016-368 4500 

Open Daily: 

11.30am - 3.00pm 

5.00pm - 10.30pm 

J Italian Restaurant 

Ground Floor, Palms Wing 

Tel: 03-7805 3935 

Mon to Thurs: 11.00am - 11.00pm 

Fri to Sun: 11.00am -1.00am 

Thai Odyssey 

Sports Wing Entrance 

Tel: 03-7803 1233 


Driving Range 

West Course 

Tel: 03-7880 6164 


Mon: 2.00pm - 11.00pm 

Bowling Cafe 

Poolside Cafe 

Lower Ground Floor, Sports Wing 

Tel: 03-7804 8888 ext. 327 

Lower Ground Floor, Sports Wing 

Tel: 03-7804 8888 ext. 327 

Mon to Fri: 3.00pm - 11.00pm 

Sat to Sun: 10.00am - 11.00pm 

Tues to Fri: 4.00pm - 7.00pm 

Sat, Sun and Public Holidays: 

7.00am - 8.00pm 

Closed on Mon 


THE LIST 

MAIN CONTACT NUMBERS 

Head Office 

+603 7710 1018 

Customer Care Support & 

Tropicana Privilege Card Services 

+603 7713 8888 

customercare@tropicanacorp.com.my 

CORPORATE OFFICES 

TROPICANA CORPORATION BERHAD 

Head Office 

Level 2,7,9,10,11,&12 

Tropicana City Office Tower 

No 3, Jalan SS20/27 

47400 Petaling Jaya 

Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia 

Tel: +603 7710 1018 

Fax: +603 7725 3035 

corpcomm@tropicanacorp.com.my 

www.tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9am - 6pm (Monday - Friday) 

Closed (Saturday & Sunday) 

TROPICANA GOLF & COUNTRY RESORT BERHAD 

Clubhouse 

Jalan Kelab Tropicana 




Tel: +603 7804 8888 

Fax: +603 7804 3688 

gm@tropicanagolf.com 

www.tropicanagolf.com 

Office hours: 


9am - 1pm (Saturday) 

Closed (Sunday) 

PROPERTY GALLERIES 

TROPICANA AMAN (SHAH ALAM) 

Property Gallery 

Tropicana Aman Property Gallery 

No. 2, Persiaran Aman Perdana 3, 

Bandar Tropicana Aman 42500, 

Telok Panglima Grarang, 


Tel: +6010 252 6668 

enquiry@tropicanacorp.com.my 

www.tropicanaamna.com.my 

Operating hours: 9.30am - 6.30pm 

(Monday - Sunday & Public Holidays) 

TROPICANA GARDENS 

(KOTA DAMANSARA) 

Property Gallery & Show Unit 

Lot 52581, Jalan PJU 3/21 

Tropicana Indah Resort Homes 

Kota Damansara, 47410 Petaling Jaya 


Tel: +6012 252 6688 


www.tropicanagardens.com.my 

Operating hours: 9.30am - 6.30pm 

(Monday - Sunday) 

TROPICANA 218 MACALISTER (PENANG) 


16, Jalan Anson, 10400 Penang, Malaysia 

Tel: +604 2105 888 


www.tropicana218macalister.com.my 

Operating hours: 9:30 - 6:30pm 

(Monday - Sunday) 

TROPICANA DANGA COVE (JOHOR) 


Lot PTB 28892, Taman Cahaya, 

Kota Puteri Plentong, 81750 Masari, Johor, Malaysia 

Tel: +607 382 3355 

tdb@tropicanadangabay.com.my 

www.tropicanadangacorp.com 

Operating hours: 


10am - 6pm (Saturday, Sunday & Public Holiday) 

TROPICANA DANGA BAY (JOHOR) 


Tropicana Danga Bay Sdn Bhd 

Lot PTB 22902, Teluk Danga 

Jalan Persiaran Abu Bakar Sultan 

80200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia 

Tel: +607 234 1585 

Fax:+ 607 237 4898 

tdb@tropicanadangabay.com.my 

www.tropicanadangabay.com.my 


9am - 6pm (Monday- Friday) 

10am - 6pm (Saturday, Sunday& Public Holiday) 

TROPICANA METROPARK (SUBANG) 


Lot 38515, Jalan Delima 1/1 

Taman Perindustian Teknologi Tinggi Subang 

40000 Subang, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia 

Tel: +603 5636 6888 


www.tropicanametropark.com.my 


9.30am - 6.30pm (Monday - Sunday) 

TROPICANA HEIGHTS (KAJANG) 


Tropicana Heights Management Office 

Off Jalan P6/2, 43500, Semenyih, Kajang 


Tel: +6013 202 0746 


www.tropicanaheights.com.my 


9.00am - 5:30pm (Monday - Friday) 

9.00am - 5.30 pm (Saturday) 

Closed (Sunday & Public Holidays) 


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PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OFFICES 

TROPICANA MANAGEMENT 

SERVICES SDN BHD (TMS) 

Property Management Office 





Tel: +603 7804 1533 

(Direct Line) 

+603 7804 8888 

(General line) 

Fax: + 603 7806 5044 

tms@tropicanagolf.com 

Office hours: 




CASA INDAH 1 

CONDOMINIUMS 


B-G-05, Casa Indah 1 

Condominiums 

No 2A, Persiaran Surian 

Tropicana Indah, 

PJU 3 Kota Damansara 


Sleangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia 

Tel: +603 6140 9194/6140 9166 

Fax: +603 6140 9168 

casaindahcondo@yahoo.com 

Office hours: 

9am - 5:30pm (Monday - Friday) 



MERCHANT SQUARE 

BUSINESS PARK 


No 1, Jalan Tropicana 

Selatan 1, PJU 3 


Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malyasia 

Tel: +603 7883 0886 

Fax: +603 7883 0966 

merchantsquare@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9am - 5:30pm (Monday - Friday) 



CASA KIARA 2 

CONDOMINIUM 


Dicasa Management 

Services Sdn Bhd 

Lobby Level 

No 14, Jalan Kiara 5, Bukit Kiara 

50480 Kuala Lumpur 

Wilayah Persekutuan, Malaysia 

Tel: +603 6203 9229 

Fax: +603 6203 9339 

casakiara2@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 




CASA TROPICANA 

CONDOMINIUMS 


B-5-17, Block B 

Casa Tropicana 

No 5, Jalan Persiaran Tropicana 

PJU 3 Tropicana Golf & Country 

Resort 47410 Petaling Jaya 


Tel: +603 7883 0982 

Fax: +603 7883 0292 

casatropicana@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9am - 5:30 pm (Monday - Friday) 



CASA INDAH 2 

CONDOMINIUMS 


A-02-01, Management Office 

Casa Indah 2 Condominiums 

No 2B, Persiaran Surian 

Tropicana Indah Resort Homes 

PJU3, Kota Damansara 

47410 Petaling Jaya, 


Tel: +603 6142 6288/6388 

Fax: +603 6142 6788 

casaindah2@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9am - 5.30pm (Monday to Friday) 



ARENA MENTARI 

BUSINESS PARK 


Block C, Wisma TT 

No 1, Jalan PJS 8/15 

Dataran Mentari 



Tel:+603 5621 1979 

Fax:+603 5621 1980 

istimabudi@gmail.com 

Office hours: 




TROPICANA INDAH SDN BHD 




47410 Petaling Jaya, Selangor 

Darul Ehsan, Malaysia 

Tel:+603 7804 4722 

+603 7805 5855 

Fax:+603 7806 5044 

tisb@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 




TROPICANA GRANDE 


Level1, Management Office 

Block A, Tropicana Grande 

Condominiums 

No.3 Persiaran Tropicana 



Tel:+603 7610 0965 

Fax:+603 7610 0968 

stephaniechua@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 




TROPICANA CHERAS 


6, Jalan Tropicana Cheras 1, Taman 

Tropicana Cheras, 43000 Kajang, 


Tel:+6017 602 8455 

Fax:+603 7610 0968 

cheekang.goo@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9.00am - 5.30pm (Monday - Friday) 

9.00am - 5.30pm (Saturday) 

Closed (Sunday & Public Holidays ) 

DAMANSARA INTAN 

E-BUSINESS PARK 


A328, Block A 

Damansara Intan 

No 1, Jalan SS20/27 



Tel:+603 7118 3111 

Fax:+603 7118 3222 

gracewong@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9am - 5.30pm 

(Monday to Friday) 



FORTUNE PARK 

APARTMENTS 


A-5, Pangsapuri Suria Perdana 

(Fortune Park Apartments) 

Taman Serdang Perdana 

Seksyen 4 

433300 Seri Kembagan 


Tel: +603 8944 9331 

Fax:+603 8944 9332 

fortunepark@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9am - 5.30pm 

(Monday to Friday) 



TROPICANA HEIGHTS 


Off Jalan P6/2, 43500 

Semenyih, Kajang 


Tel:+6013 202 0746 

Fax:+603 7806 5044 

tisb@tropicanacorp.com.my 

Office hours: 

9.00am - 5.30pm (Monday - Friday) 

9.00am - 5.30pm (Saturday) 

Closed (Sunday & Public Holidays ) 


ADVERTORIAL 

St. Joseph’s Institution 

International School Malaysia 

A top international school infused with Lasallian values and tradition 

St. Joesph’s Institution International 

Malaysia (SJIIM) has been upholding 

academic excellence since its 

establishment in 2016 in partnership 

with Tropicana Corporation Berhad. 

This unique international school nurtures 

learners to become well-rounded learners 

with its value-centric education that 

follows the globally recognised Lasallian 

education ethos. 

history of educational quality and initiates 

future collaborative learning platforms 

to encourage sharing of knowledge and 

resources between the institutions. 

At SJIIM, academic excellence is solidified 

by the school’s curriculum. The school’s 

early years’ foundation begins with the 

Nursery and Reception programme. The 

International Primary Curriculum and 

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to 6, followed by the International General 

Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) 

in Years 7 to 11 and the International 

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in Years 12 and 13. These selected academic 

programmes for SJIIM offer global 

flexibility to its students, who will have 

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the Brothers. Besides providing pastoral 

care to nurture the character development 

of the students, the school also encourages 

students to embrace learning through service 

philosophy by supporting charities and 

organisations through community events. 

SJIIM caters up to 1,500 plus students 

on its 6-acre (2.43ha) campus in the 

neighbourhood of Tropicana in Petaling 

Jaya. Its comprehensive range of facilities 

include state-of-the-art libraries and 

laboratories, music, arts and sports spaces, 

swimming and wading pools, a Lasallian 

formation centre and ample parking spaces 

complemented by a campus wide security 

system. TM 

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Images by St. Joseph’s Institution 

The school goes by the tagline ‘Enter to 

As the first SJII in Malaysia, St Joseph 

is part of the Lasallian education circle 

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all-boys secondary school) and St 

Joseph’s Institution International School 

(independent co-educational international 

school) in Singapore. Over the years, 

SJIIM builds on its predecessor’s extensive 

Learn, Leave to Serve’ and strives to reach 

out to ‘The Last, The Lost and The Least’ 

which is a unique school community feature 

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of St John Baptist De La Salle’s essence of 

education, which is built on faith, service 

and community building from within the 

school, the school provides holistic learning 

that is largely supported by the teachers and 


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