Journal

Dialogues about contemporary design and wellness tend to centre on the concept of time: how we observe it, and how we allow materials and practice to reflect its passage.

This dedication to honouring natural processes and honest craft finds its physical expression at the third iteration of Notes From Nature, a curated pop-up event showcasing artisans whose work is rooted in observation and discipline.

Driven by the uncompromising manifesto "subvert convention and champion alternative beauty," Fawn World's Dennis Ng challenges mainstream aesthetics by using time, decay, and deliberate imperfection as raw creative tools.

Behind each partner at the Journey East Vintage Fair lies the art of saving stories of the past, and lessons built on experience. For its 30th anniversary, the brand has gathered a community of curators and makers, each with a story that embodies a belief that the most beautiful things in the world are those that have already lived a life. 

Forged in the crucible of a personal reckoning, Supper House curator Ashley Chiam’s philosophy of art is a powerful unifier. His journey, from a tumultuous period to the singular vision of 开门见山 is inspired by art's ability to heal and inspire.