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Kitchen islands and counters have become a fixture in many homes. Here’s what to know about selecting and installing them.

On top of providing a focal point, a kitchen island creates a natural flow in the space, making it easier to move around in. It can also help separate your cooking and cleaning areas and give you extra counter space and storage. Counters also help elevate the look of a kitchen, and provide an excellent surface for preparing food and storing kitchenware and appliances.

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The new ACER SWIFT 14 AI laptop is sleek and smart, with an impressive array of high-tech features.

Sleek, smart, fast and powerful – the next-generation ACER SWIFT 14 AI laptop delivers on many fronts to help you get
things done.

Comfort cooling the way you like it with Samsung's WindFreeᵀᴹ air-conditioners. 

Imagine if you could keep cool without freezing. While most air-conditioners dispense cold air at a high air speed, chilling your skin uncomfortably, the Samsung WindFreeTM air-conditioner cools you gently.

Take note of these four expert tips when you’re selecting upholstery fabrics, table shapes, and more.

If you’re shopping for living or dining room furniture, you may be overwhelmed by the various styles, shapes and sizes out there. To help you make a more informed choice, Chris Zheng, Senior Buyer (Furniture) at Gain City Best- Electric, shares the advantages and drawbacks of different upholstery fabrics, shapes and materials.

Master tricky or tedious jobs around the home with these six efficient and time-saving appliances.

Preparing meals and doing housework can feel like a drag, especially when you’re pressed for time or exhausted. That’s where certain household and kitchen appliances can help. Over the years, we’ve seen an increase in the number of products that make light work of some of the tasks many of us hate doing or have no time or patience for.

From materials to manufacturing methods, the King Koil Hotel Collection The Regency Mattress is for discerning sleepers who desire optimal comfort and support.

From filling your rooms with plants to adjusting your ceiling fans, here are seven ideas that won’t harm the planet.

Paseco Casement Air-conditioner is arguably the quietest casement air-conditioner in Singapore.

Designed with efficiency and convenience in mind, the Paseco Casement Air-conditioner (Model: PWA-3300W) from Korea blends seamlesslyinto any casement window and is just what you need to keep small spaces cool.

CONNECTED TO HOME

Aqara’s smart solutions use breakthrough technologies to improve your lifestyle.

Aqara offers personalised smart home solutions to keep your family safe and connected, conveniently and effortlessly. Here are three products every household needs.

Meet the next-generation Ninja® SmartLid™ 11-in-1 Multi-Cooker

Say goodbye to cluttered countertops and endless kitchen gadgets. The Ninja® SmartLid™ 11-in-1 Multi-Cooker is the only kitchen appliance you need. Simply toggle the SmartLid Slider among 11 modes, including Pressure Cook, Combi-Steam, and Air Fry. By simplifying the transition from air-frying to baking to slow cooking and more, the device makes it possible to cook all types of Singaporean multi-ethnic cuisines more healthily at home.

Crafted from stainless steel and black glass, De Dietrich 90CM Pyramid Wall Mount Hood DHP2962BX features a sleek pyramid design that adds a touch of sophistication to any kitchen décor.

Excite your loved ones this Christmas and Chinese New Year with these absolutely banging recipes!  

Nothing says an exuberant celebration better than a lavish spread to enliven the mood. This is especially so at Christmas and Chinese New Year, when food becomes the centrepiece that draws everyone to the table. As the universal love language, food doesn’t just fill the belly; it also feeds the soul.

UFM 100.3 Radio DJ Andrew Zhan is on a quest to conserve his apartment’s storied past.

When faced with a canvas as compact as Andrew Zhan’s bachelor pad, one must draw from an infinite supply of creativity to make up for a space that is just so finite. And that’s exactly what he did to turn his small living space in central Singapore into a sophisticated sanctuary, expanding on the area’s rich history to harmonise contemporary accents with timeless artefacts.

Sona’s eyecatching vacuum cleaner traps vacuumed dirt, germs and bacteria in water.

Bagless vacuum cleaners are convenient, but emptying them can be messy and cause vacuumed dirt and dust to escape and become airborne.

That’s not what you get with the Sona Water Filtration Vacuum Cleaner (SVC 6880). 

Expert advice to create a happier, more harmonious and auspicious abode.  

Whether you have just received the keys to your new home or have been living in your residence for a while now, you may be wondering how feng shui can enhance the energy of the space. 

Electrolux appliances makes cooking and cleaning up a breeze. 

Prepare meals efficiently and in style, and get your dishes sparkling clean with these kitchen appliances from Electrolux.

Make hot drinks taste better with the CUCKOO TITAN, a tankless water purifier with multiple hot water temperature settings for a variety of beverages.

EXTRA-HOT WATER, INSTANTLY

Dispense water at a temperature range of 40ºC to 100ºC. The temperature control button changes by 10ºC every time you press it. It also has an “instant extra hot” function that quickly heats water to 100°C – perfect when brewing floral tea. This makes the CUCKOO TITAN Singapore’s first water purifier with the instant 100°C Extra Hot Water Function.

The Brandt Induction Hob boasts quick access functions and10 safety features.

Experience the cutting-edge technology of the Brandt Induction Hob BPI384BH, an innovative two-in-one appliance that combines a powerful induction hob with an integrated downdraft hood. Part of the Alysee Project, the hob offers a seamless blend of unctionality and style.

The Mitsubishi Electric Starmex series of air-conditioners is quiet, easy to maintain, and environmentally friendly.

What if you could keep your home cool, save energy, and take care of the planet at the same time? The Mitsubishi Electric Starmex R32 series of air-conditioners boasts improved EER (Energy Efficiency Ratio) levels, significantly reducing energy consumption and saving you more money. The range also operates quietly at just 19 decibels, and uses the eco-friendly R32 refrigerant.

HASSLE-FREE CLEANING

Mitsubishi Electric Cleaning-Free Technology incorporates a filtration device called the wide strainer to trap iron particles and facilitate cleaning-free pipe reuse.

A professional paint job begins with meticulous surface preparation. 

While anyone can “slap on a coat of paint”, there is a temptation to skip crucial steps that can undermine the appearance and shorten the lifespan of the paintwork. If you don’t have the time or the tools to do it yourself, you can always engage Nippon Paint’s professional painting service.