CH Global Spin: Singapore’s Gallery & Co

Inside the National Gallery is an enthralling and unique design store with other hidden gems

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by Karen Day After feasting on orh lauk (oyster omelettes), chicken rice, a range of satay items (including king-sized squid) and plenty of Tiger beers at the food stalls beneath the Singapore Flyer, we set out to discover what else this vibrant island has to offer. We stroll along the bay and take in the sights: the Flower Dome, Helix Bridge, the spaceship-like Marina Bay …

Link About It: This Week’s Picks

Prince's Paisley Park opens to the public, our nearest habitable planet, the history of chairs and more in our look at the web

1. Prince’s Paisley Park to Open to the Public Most people will remember exactly where they were when they heard that His Royal Badness, Prince, passed away. The tragic news then led to many wondering what would happen to his immense backlog of work, and his beloved home/studio Paisley Park. The trust that’s running the late musician’s estate announced that—starting 6 October—Paisley Park will be …

Cut That Out: Collage in Contemporary Design

A comprehensive book exploring the medium, far beyond cut-and-paste

Both Ryan Doyle (aka DR) and Mark Edwards (aka ME) were—like many of us—introduced to collage at a young age; Doyle by his mother who presented him with a collage of photos of himself, and Edwards who was introduced to a family friend Steve Smith (who worked under the name Neasden Control Centre) who made collages for a living. Now, working as a duo known …