SENSE OF PLACE

Autograph Collection Hotels announced its debut in Singapore with the opening of Duxton Reserve Singapore. The 49-guestroom boutique hotel is situated in the island’s city centre of Tanjong Pagar, which is also the heart of Chinatown where business, socializing, dining and nightlife take centre stage. The hotel’s location allows guests to explore the culture-rich district with its enchanting temples or enjoy a historical journey at the National Museum of Singapore and the Asian Civilisation Museum.

Keeping in line with Autograph Collection’s emphasis on ‘neighbourhood’ and ‘sense of place’, Duxton Reserve Singapore was created within eight sustainably restored 19th century shophouses. Designed by British interior designer Anouska Hempel – and reflecting the designer’s romantic narrative that borrows elements from Chinese, Malay and European cultures – the hotel presents an eclectic, elegant surprise for guests as they enter the hotel. There, they will be greeted by large theatrical golden fans and strong hues of black, gold and yellow, layered with Oriental screens and calligraphy wallpaper from Hempel’s personal collection. Rich Asian history is woven together with Hempel’s luminary vision, creativity and originality in the hotel’s 49 guestrooms and suites, each designed with unique individuality for an exclusive experience every time.

Each room features thoughtful amenities, including Naturalmat organic mattress, organic cotton bed linen by Beaumont & Brown and bathroom amenities by Etro. Duxton Reserve Singapore also spoils guests with the culinary highlight of the hotel, Yellow Pot. Helmed by Chef Sebastian Goh, the modern Chinese restaurant follows a clean eating philosophy, with no MSG, additives or artificial flavourings added to uts dishes. There is also a glamourous bar, Anouska’s. An ode to Bond girl turned interior designer Anouska Hempel, the venue serves up the actress’ favourite drinks from around the world spanning the disco era of the ’70s and ’80s. thegarchagroup.com/duxton