Tatler Malaysia Magazine - May 2023

In this issue

Architect Shin Tseng's passion for sustainable design drives his vision for creating vibrant and liveable urban spaces that serve communities and promote social and environmental well-being. Learn more about his purpose-driven approach in our May 2023 Design issue.

Amazing Grace

Multi-award-winning architect Bee Eu Tan is breathing new life and adding her intuitive touch to heritage buildings in Malaysia's northern region

2 mins

Crossing Over the Odds

At the core of the twists and turns in Maksim Mrvica's journey as a pianist, is a boy from Šibenik who loved the sound of the piano before he knew how to play it

4 mins

STANDING ICONS

Three leading Malaysian architects share the most iconic buildings from their portfolios and explain what makes them so special

4 mins

Refined Tastes

Four beautifully designed bars and restaurants guaranteed to set you up for that picture-perfect feed

2 mins

Capturing the Spirit

Manuel Jimenez Garcia is the mastermind behind the Glenfiddich 50 Year Old Simultaneous Time's design

2 mins

Finding Common Ground

Common Ground co-founders Erman Akinci and Juhn Teo share their excitement over the merger to form The Flexi Group and their preparations to list the company on the Nasdaq

4 mins

Tea, Anyone?

Ashleigh Cotterill of Tea Bird Tea defines what it takes to create a great brand-clear vision and ultimately, customer satisfaction

5 mins

Oppo Eyes Excellence

Oppo's Andy Shi discusses the company's plans to dominate the high-end smartphone market with their latest foldable phone, the Find N2 Flip

2 mins

Spellbound

Shafeeq Shajahan, playwright and director of award-winning British-Malaysian theatre production company, Liver & Lung Productions, explains his love for stories and the magic of performance

4 mins

Notes on a Floral Arrangement

Meet the floral designer crafting botanical sensations and bringing a touch of magic to every space

4 mins

A Taste of France

Tatler gets to know Nick Hew, the man behind the French-style café Jodonia's operations.

2 mins

Syazwan Majid

Driven by a passion for entrepreneurship and sustainability, Arus Oil's founder wants to keep used cooking oil from clogging drains

1 min

Crystal Clear Vision

Lars Schmidt shares three key areas Swarovski is focusing on to strengthen its local presence

2 mins

Healthy Bacteria for Clearer Skin?

Clé De Peau Beauté's Dr Kiyoshi Sato discusses skin clarifying knowhows, and why healthy bacteria is crucial for clear complexions

2 mins

Under the Pole

A dedicated team of deep sea divers and scientists make first discovery of a marine animal forest in the icy waters of the Arctic

2 mins

Colour Me Envy

With nine exciting colours backed with technological finesse, the latest Aqua Terra Shades collection from Omega is all about individuality and self-expression

1 min

A HUMAN TOUCH

When it comes to building a city, it's not about constructing the biggest, tallest skyscrapers, but also cultivating the spaces in between. Urban development consultant and design director Shin Tseng discusses community-led developments that create positive impact, and explains why inclusivity in architecture may just be the solution that industrialised cities need

7 mins

BUILDING A REPUTATION

Tatler asks photographers who are known for capturing the most stunning architecture around Asia to share their favourite shots

3 mins

LIVING LARGE

This multigenerational family home in Muar designed by S/LAB 10 combines exploring materials with fostering family ties

4 mins

CUT THE CARB

A nutritionist and personal trainer weigh in on how carbohydrates affect us

4 mins

DARE THE RARE

The Louis XIII Rare Cask 42.1 is an exquisite cognac enveloped in a gorgeous Baccarat black crystal decanter

4 mins

ROOM FOR DESERT

There's something ethereal about the vast emptiness of the desert; these luxury hotels capture that magic perfectly

4 mins

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Tatler Malaysia Magazine Description:

Tatler is the region’s leading luxury and lifestyle media brand, presenting the very best of power, influence and style. Since 1977, Tatler has connected Asia’s most influential communities with the goal of promoting and developing Asian identity and culture. Tatler focuses on power and influence with greater meaning and purpose, shining the light on a larger cross-section of the people, communities and industries impacting Asia.