A home can be made even more beautiful through the clever placement of objets d’art. Here are three places where you can find the perfect object to express your personal style, as well as an interesting conversation-starter for your next gathering

MB&F Lab

Established by independent watchmaker MB&F in 2011, with its flagship in the old town of Geneva, the MAD Gallery is a unique boutique that revolves around mechanical art. In collaboration with watch retailer The Hour Glass, MB&F debuted the world’s first MB&F Lab in Singapore — where supposedly the largest number of MB&F collectors reside — in September 2022.

Together with MB&F’s own horological machines, this one-of-a-kind store situated in the iconic Raffles Hotel features kinetic art pieces from various creators around the world, offering watch enthusiasts and art lovers an opportunity to delve into the fantastical world that amalgamates horological innovation and artistic expression — something that the MAD Gallery pioneered, and also Maximilian Büsser, founder and creative director of MB&F, is ever so passionate about. At the heart of the boutique is a striking blue reflective lens that embodies MB&F’s penchant for pushing boundaries, as well as creating dialogues between art and engineering. Its pristine, gallery-like interiors serve as the perfect canvas for showcasing the avant-garde objects and artistic creations that the brand is synonymous with. Look no further if you are seeking something that will spark conversations, such as the Octopod and Balthazar clocks, co-created by MB&F and historical clockmaker L’Epée 1839, and recent creations from Ukraine-based studio laboratory Smith & Winken.

The clean and gallery-like interiors of MB&F Lab offer a unique retail experience that allows one to delve into the world of horological innovation and artistic expression

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The Gemini kinetic sculpture by Smith & Winken commemorates the Gemini spacecraft launched 60 years ago by Nasa, embodying mankind’s perpetual progress towards new horizons

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The Balthazar clock, co-created by MB&F and historical Swiss clockmaker L’Epée 1839

“World Skies”, an interactive kinetic artwork and real-time weather data visualisation by Breakfast (top); and from bottom left, the Medusa, Grant, Octopod and Orb Black clocks, co-created by MB&F and L’Epée 1839

“Apesanteur II” by Quentin Carnaille. Translated as “Zero Gravity”, the Apesanteur is a sculpture created to levitate like a star or planet. A levitating disk, crafted from thousands of tiny watch components, orbits freely like a satellite, detached from earthly constraints. It spins endlessly, resembling a dervish in celestial dance

 

W Atelier

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A renowned name in premium sanitary ware, W Atelier goes beyond by offering a curated selection of exquisite home decor. With a discerning eye for design and craftsmanship, it is a leading purveyor of artful accent pieces like lighting, chairs and tables, elevating homes with refined luxury and individual style. Discover iconic creations like the Panton and Heart Cone chairs by Vitra, the Egg chair and Kaiser idell lamp by Fritz Hansen, and the Demì Moon floor lamp by Stilnovo, among many others. Explore immersive showrooms dedicated to Vitra and Fritz Hansen, alongside a main showroom featuring meticulously curated furnishings and decor from over 12 globally renowned brands. For the discerning homeowner looking for a comprehensive approach to elevating your personal space — from bathrooms to other corners of the abode — with elegant and timeless creations, W Atelier is a great place to begin your journey, catering to every style preference.

First launched in 1936 by German silversmith Christian Dell, the Kaiser idell lamp has transcended eras and remains as one of the most recognised lighting designs of all time

The iconic Heart Cone chair by Vitra