By opening up the lanai, light fills up the entire living area. Photos: The Star/Yap Chee Hong
Playing mix-and-match with colours and textures in a home can be overwhelming for some. In the case of Dinesh Rao, the creative mind behind @myasiankitchen Instagram account and former co-owner of Tray Cafe, it has been the cornerstone of creating a home that showcases his bold, playful approach in combining art and heritage.
Dinesh Rao is the creative mind behind @myasiankitchen Instagram account and former co-owner of Tray Cafe.“We saw the apartment during the pandemic and moved in in 2022,” he explains, “after living in a smaller apartment in the same development for several years. But when I started working from home and we got Miso (our Corgi), it was time for a bigger space.”
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By opening up the lanai, light fills up the entire living area. Photos: The Star/Yap Chee Hong
Dinesh Rao is the creative mind behind @myasiankitchen Instagram account and former co-owner of Tray Cafe.
Dinesh Rao is the creative mind behind @myasiankitchen Instagram account and former co-owner of Tray Cafe.
A plush sofa creates an inviting vibe in the TV room.
Vintage pieces create contrasts that add character to the home.
The paisley-and-horse motifs on the curtains in the bedroom add a touch of whimsy.
Eye-catching art pieces line the hallway.
Precious Peranakan homeware has pride of place in a home that celebrates multiculturalism.
Modern and vintage pieces work perfectly in this cosy space.
The orange resin bathtub adds a pop of colour to the monochrome bathroom.
The indoor garden adds colour and life to the apartment.
The living room has a welcoming and comfortable feel.
