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From Problem to Profit
Several homegrown companies in Singapore seize business opportunities that are surprisingly growing from a cracked economy.
The Return of the Native
Local brands are making a promising comeback in domestic markets, fuelled by their accessibility, and a touch of nostalgia and national pride.
Real Estate
Man of the State
As PropNex celebrates 20 fruitful years in the business, Ismail Gafoor reflects on his biggest investment that catapulted and cemented the real estate…
Wellness
Solutions That Go Deep
Trichologist Leonica Kei has built a unique brand on the back of her mission to inform people that hair and scalp are indicators of health.
Insights
Local Footprints
Portfolio’s resident columnist discusses how local brand support is the new defense against an invisible opponent.
Design
Honoring Craft
Gabriel Tan’s pursuit of truthful and soulful design leads him to the Portuguese city of Porto.
Age of Caution
Some countries are already lifting border restrictions and gradually opening businesses amid the COVID-19 outbreak, but many are eagerly wondering:…
Insights
Internalized Structures
In his works, young filmmaker Jerome Ng demonstrates how landmarks are as much in the hearts and minds of people in actual spaces.
Interiors
Reliving Mid-Century Modern Japan
In Live Twice’s filmic and vintage atmosphere concocted by Hui Designs, one becomes a willing accomplice to the nuanced tableau of social and gastronomic…
Speedometer
Drive the Future, Today
MINI Creates a New Electric Vehicle (EV) that Defines the Premium Compact Car Segment
Insights
Pivoting the Supply Chain
Big shifts during the circuit breaker provided food importer and distributor Sonnamera Pte Ltd with new ideas for reshaping the business
Insights
Digital Connection
Entrepreneur Yian Huang brought his passion online with a podcast series that delves deep into human connections
Profile
Primed for the New Paradigm
As economies reopen and businesses get to test new strategies, Hitachi Vantara’s Joe Ong offers insights into equipping the enterprise for the…
Watches & Style
New Members of the Blancpain Villeret Family
In line with the Blancpain Villeret collection’s elegance and clean lines, these two new models are exemplary additions to the well-loved range
Wellness
Changing to Get Back on Track: Ferrari
If there’s anything we’ve learned in the past few months, change – and changing quickly – is the only way forward.
Wellness
Changing for Others: Grab Singapore
If there’s anything we’ve learned in the past few months, change – and changing quickly – is the only way forward.
Events
TAG Heuer’s Tee Time
TAG Heuer Partners Portfolio and Golf Asia to Launch Luxury Golf Smart Watch
Profile
We Want Change. When Do We Want It? Now!
If there’s anything we’ve learned in the past few months, change – and changing quickly – is the only way forward. By producing facial masks…
Food & Wine
Taste: The Joy of Dining
Rediscover the joy of dining – whether it’s trying out a new restaurant, revisiting an old favorite, or enjoying a tasty indulgence in the comfort…
Speedometer
A Gentleman's Ride
Years behind the wheel of various top of the range cars have given Mr. Wong Joo Wan a feel for performance, speed, and discipline – qualities that…
What's In My Portfolio
What's In My Portfolio: Diego Dultzin Lacoste
Mr. Diego Dultzin Lacoste is the Co-Founder and Chief Finance Officer of OnTheList
Profile
A New Dawn for B.P. de Silva Jewellers
B.P. de Silva Jewellers’ Creative Director, Ms. Shanya Amarasuriya, is steering the 148-year-old Singaporean luxury brand towards a new normal
Profile
Busy As Usual
Her days are packed full with work and family commitments, but wellness coach and businesswoman Lilian Tan does not break her stride with the Lexus…
Food & Wine
Best of the Best at Basilico
Relive 12 delicious years of Basilico with a menu celebrating its greatest hits
Profile
Where Will You Live & Work In The Future?
Proposed blueprints for a ‘city of the future’ have just been through a rough and unexpected test. While some will be returning to the drawing…
Watches & Style
Welcome to the Piaget Virtual Salon
Piaget expands its digital presence in Singapore with the introduction of a new virtual boutique
Interiors
Case Study: Homes
Behind their embellished faces, a trio of boutique rental homes by Figment offers individualistic interpretations of shophouse living.