The exotic turkish lamp

I fall in love on the first sight of this lamp. A gorgeous exotic design. The bronze camel is carrying the lamp with veils of white, blue and red beads. When it is lit, beautiful shadow is cast, creating silhouette around the surrounding.

the EastHaven Bag - Bead Lady

Welcome to the the EastHaven!

An original oriental collar shape of the bag with the striking color background. Simple yet unique bag. This is the elegant bag which you would like to possess during shopping, dinner or gather. It brings out the exquisite taste in you.

Sewn in satin, it is accented with beads & sequins goes with your casual or formal outfit perfectly.

The Man with the snake

We bought this artwork from a small claywork shop in Valencia, Spain. Not sure what its inherent meaning, since the shop owner was not able to explain so. However my hubby was taken by its evil look of the snake, as well as the tribal feel of the man.

Chinese Cheongsam

What is so intriguing about the Chinese Cheongsam, Qipao, is that its subtle elegance and feminity in its charm. I am crazily in love with its close fitting cutting, yet I never have the chance to clad in this oriental beauty, since it only works for slender and tall people. How I wish to the figures like Nicole Kidman or Zhang Zi Yi......:(

the EastHaven Bag - Pink Kawaii Hana

I am so glad that the Mystique Hana is receiving so many good feedbacks. So watch out for this exclusive one from the Hana series too! It is a gorgeous sweet hand-carry bag of a pink Rose in velvet material, with petal by petal sewn onto it. It goes well with any gatherings. A great choice for the outgoing and kawaii like you.Of course, it makes a special gift for any occasion.

Vietnam Cyclo

Cyclo is an unique transportation in Vietnem. It is a 3 wheeled vehicle with a bicycle. The passenger will be sitting in front. It offers easy, cheap and aesthetic transportation to see the confusing, sprawling cities in Vietnam. Above illustrates a little red beauty, a miniature cyclo, which I bought from Ho Chi Minh. Don't you find it lovely?

Wine & Winery

One of my favaourite archi works, though it was never realised in real life. I am always inspired by the image of wine and wine bottle which is strongly related. The wine bottle can take a variety of forms, and the curves of the bottles and tones produces by the glass blowing process can be works of arts in themselves.
Through the design process, the organic shape of the wine bottle is interpreted into a large predominantly large building containing lounge or a restaurant, or even an art gallery overlooking magnificent view of the surrounding vineyards and landscape.The wine bottle form extend further for other parts of the winery, flowing into and integrating with water features, landscape courtyards and garden.

My Profile:)

Born in Asia, love its culture, deeply enthralled by the mystery of Asia history, inspired by the nature, I want to see and revamp all things in different light, and to reinterpret and recreate things to give them a different feel and meaning. I love Asian works, for they being sincere, rich as well as original. Not to be bound by its tradition and conservativeness, and to be free from all constraints, I want to re-create the neo-Asia handiworks under the EastHaven.
There is still a long way to go, however I will enjoy all these moments that are consumed with wild passion and craze to do the things I like to move on with life! After all, life is what you believe in what it will be! Immerse in small delight everyday and you will even find yourself delightful…:)
Maybe you may share the same passion as I do?
Cheers to all who love handiworks!

RE-interpretation of Tropical Architecture

One tends to relate tropical architecture as traditional and conservative design. However in the design for the Surabaya Riverwalk, I attempted to reinterprete it in a de-constructive manner, by giving the traditional kampung house on stilts new look, with the use of innovative sun-shading devices. It adds interest along the riverwalk with different use of local materials, as well as kioks to create nodes along the promenade.

the EastHaven Bag - Mysterious Black - the Clutch for the special night

What is so attractive about this clutch is that it has such a unique design wristlet that catches everyone’s attention. Just take a look and I believe you will fall in love with it, as I do. The intricate design of the beads is simply gorgeous!

With its elegant satin fabric and intricate beaded and sequined design, it is a must team with your evening dress with any important function.

My School: Asian Architecture, Research Centre

I love using louvres, verandah concept in my building design, which is clearly illustrated in my drawing. Looking back my previous works which were mostly hand drawn, the designs exude a different flavor and connection with the designer, as compared to the computer drafted drawings nowadays.

The Most Photogenic!!!

Don't you agree that this Mystique Hana simply is the most photogenic out of all? I would say that it itself presents as an artpiece.

Enchanting Rose

A unique wristlet hand-held bag with ethnic and exotic design. I added on the pearls on the rim and attached a string on the end. And I am proud of the end-product. Isn't it gorgeous?!It is decorated with intricate rose & vines in greenish velvet. Excellent for carrying wallet, cards & handphone in one go. Features: Intricately beaded handle, Zipper closures, linen interior. Dimension (in cm): 250x120.

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Modern Tropical Architecture

Contempory Tropical Architecture: it is no longer just the greenary or the verandah. In the modern contect, airconditioning in certain areas are allowed to overcome the heat, noise, dust and pollution of the city. To me, it is more of offering a place of retreat and refuge to the owner, with the use of duality in the planning arrangement to give openness and enclosure, as well as use of natural tropical materials to offer the sensory qualities at home.

Above shows one of the first high-end residential project I was involved in planning, designing as well as managing. Indeed a great experience for me.

West Meets East

I use this lovely pouch with intricate embroidery in loctus to house my I-Pod. Isn't this simply the fusion of the West and the East?

Etsy, the community for handmade products

I have not heard of Etsy til I happened to browse it last week. It is a pity that I have no idea of its existence til now, since it is a community full of creative artists and unique products. I got to know many people who share the same interest and passion as I do.
I have listed some of our EastHaven handbags onto Etsy, with different angle of viewpoints to our products, as well as other photos that I have taken during my leisure time. Feel free to drop by to take a look at http://theeasthaven.etsy.com and tell me your view of it!

The Ancient Orient Man

Since young I have been intrigued by the mystique and richness of the Ancient Orient. Though I do not really go into the field of the history of the ancient orient (since it is simply too complex for someone like me to comprehend most of the profound stuff), I always like to look at the different artworks, scuptures and relief introduced in the book.

I drew this figurine with inspiration from the book of 'The Art and Architecture of the Ancient Orient' at the age of 20. However I have forgotten which was the exact artwork I have drawn inspiration from.

With the second look of it now, I couldn't really relate its look to any of the common figurine I have seen in the Ancient Orient.

The Flower Man

So how you guys find this motorist? I was simply stunned when I saw him along the road!!! Ha ha, he was fully dressed in sunflower as well as the motorbike. It is simply hilarious!
Though it is pretty weird to have this flower fashion statement, the sight did brighten my day and uplift my mood. As I always believen, out of conventionality effectively helps to spice up our monotonous daily rountine.
Regardless of the above statement, I have to admit that I do not have the courage to dress and wonder around the whole Singapore island like he does.

My Versatile Mystique Hana!

You know what I like most about the Mystique Hana design? Other than using its eye-catchign unique design as a bag, I use it as a decor to do up my room. Just look at the picture that you know that it is simply gorgeous!!!

My friends are even more innotivative. They get a couple of them and use them as sofa pillow! Due to the silk material as well as the exquisite design, they create a cozy and nice ambience of it.

They even suggested to me to go into the field of interior design accessories. Hee, not a bad idea...... Can call it 'the Easthaven ID shop', ha ha!!!

Act fast! Last reminder for Chinese New Year Promotion

What are the essential for auspicious Chinese New Year visits? Hongbao & Mandarin orange! So take the few days left to shop for the essential bags to carry the items for all the outings and gatherings. Act fast! Come, visit us at http://the-easthaven.com and enjoy the special festive promotion we have.