What used to be the hotspot for bars and pubs has grown up to become a hip destination for international dining and snazzy wine bars.
The neighbourhood is also home to major showrooms that represent international brands. From kitchen appliances to bathroom essentials, we visited four specialty showrooms to see what they have to offer.
APS Lifestyle Gallery
Since its last major overhaul in 2012, APS Lifestyle Gallery has been transformed into a homely showroom kitted out with live kitchens and a private dining area. The two-storey gallery houses big kitchen brand names like Smeg, Whirlpool, Küche, Vintec and Transtherm, covering all major appliances like refrigerators, ovens and wine cabinets.
The 67,000 sq ft space also hosts both private functions and public events, including live-cooking workshops and pop-up markets.
9 Muthuraman Chetty Road, APS Building, Level 1 & 2, Singapore 238931
Mon to Fri: 10am to 7pm
Sat: 10am to 5pm
Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays
Hansgrohe
Since it was first opened in 2005, the Hansgrohe showroom has been a prime destination for high-end bathroom fixtures. Here, you’ll find bathroom essentials like mixers, showers and tubs from Axor and Hansgrohe. The German brand exemplifies high quality and good design, and is a champion of environmental sustainability.
Coming up next, the 4,000 sq ft showroom will welcome a new Axor Nendo Waterdream display. Also in the cards is a new live area where you can test the latest and best-selling overhead showers and experience how the different water sprays look and feel.
69 Mohamed Sultan Road, Singapore 239015
Mon to Fri: 10.30am to 7.30pm
Sat: 10.30am to 6.30 pm
Romanez
The Romanez showroom is synonymous with high-end fabrics, textiles, rugs and wallpaper, with a large range of internationally- renowned brands in its repertoire. Christian Lacroix, Pierre Frey and Designers Guild are just some of the exclusive names you’ll find in this showroom.
Apart from fabrics for curtains and upholstery, carpets and wallpaper, you’ll also find accessories such as trimmings, curtain rods and bedding materials.
It is also a great space to find ideas for your own home. The room is regularly refreshed, proving that a simple change in fabrics can instantly transform the look of your home.
9 Muthuraman Chetty Road, APS Building, #04-01, Singapore 238931
Mon to Fri: 9am to 6.30pm
Closed on Weekends & Public Holidays
GF+A Global
If you’re on the hunt for a feature wall or flooring solution, visit the GF+A Global showroom to take in the splendour of tiles imported directly from Europe. Take a walk through the two-storey space and check out the exquisite Italian tiles and handcrafted artistic mosaic features.
GF+A has a vast collection of fine interior materials that range from classic collections (inspired by marble and stone) to modern design (inspired by modern art). The showroom also has a dedicated café or bar corner that serves a full range of beverages – coffee, tea, and even an afternoon tipple or two.
24 Mohamed Sultan Road, Singapore 239012
Mon to Fri: 11am to 8pm;
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays: 11am to 7pm
Tempur
Test-drive the latest innovation in mattresses and pillows at the Tempur Sleep Boutique.
The store welcomes the “try-before-you-buy” policy, so kick off your shoes and lie down on one of their mattresses before you make up your mind.
20 Martin Road, Seng Kee Building, #01-01, Singapore 239070
By Redzman Rahmat
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