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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Gets New Black Dials

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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Gets New Black Dials

For over a century, the iconic Genevan manufacturer has been producing classic minimalist pieces. Since twenty years ago, Vacheron Constantin Overseas watch has became a symbol of watchmaking pleasure geared towards travel and escapism. 

Previously available in only blue or white, 2018 sees the emergence of a black dial version beautifully framed by the shimmering steel case. The sleek monotone creates the ‘iconic ‘panda’ look, popularised by the titular Paul Newman.

Both black-dialed models feature the original integrated bracelet and case design, coming in a set of steel, rubber and leather. With Vacheron’s patented quick-release system, replacement straps are easily changed by releasing the catch on the back of the strap.

The new face of Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph is distinguished by a “reverse panda” dial, the first contrasting black/silver subdial option for this model. The striking white counters on black is assuredly a gorgeous face-lift that is also practical as a sports watch. The vivid colour contrast of the sub-dials improve legibility by clearly separating time-telling and elapsed time measurement.

The twin-barrel movement is powered by a 54-jewel caliber 5200, viewable through a sapphire crystal caseback. The start, stop and reset functions are activated by a strong vertical clutch, designed to endure against physical conditions. Powered with 52 hours of reserve, the dimension of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph is moderately large – 42.5mm wide and 13.7mm thick.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Self-winding is a stainless-steel piece with a similar black lacquered dial, detailed with white gold indices and silver logo.

Wound by the brand’s iconic 22 carat oscillating weight and powered by a 5100 caliber. Equipped with two mainspring barrels, it is powered with 60 hours of reserve. The dimensions of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Self-Winding is smaller than the chronograph at 41mm in diameter, and is available on a metal bracelet or the optional of leather or rubber quick change (no tools) straps.

Despite bearing the Geneva hallmark for their top-notch movement finishing, Vacheron Constantin Overseas pieces are made to be absolutely practical. Anti-magnetic and water-resistant to 150 meters, these generation of timepieces achieve the perfect blend of performance and style.

Both watches will be available in Vacheron Constantin boutiques and retailers by June 2018.

Pricing is set at $30,300 USD for the Overseas Chronograph and $20,900 USD for the three hand variant.

STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery Presents Dinh Q. Lê’s ‘Monuments & Memorials’

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STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery Presents Dinh Q. Lê’s ‘Monuments & Memorials’
Dinh Q. Lê, ‘Splendor & Darkness (STPI) #2’, 2017, foiling and screen print on stonehenge paper; cut, weaved and burnt, with acid-free double-sided tape and linen tape, 101.5 x 69cm. Image courtesy STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery.
Dinh Q. Lê, ‘Splendor & Darkness (STPI) #3’, 2017, foiling and screen print on stonehenge paper; cut, weaved and burnt, with acid-free double-sided tape and linen tape, 67.5 x 104cm. Image courtesy STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery.

STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery presents award-winning Vietnamese artist Dinh Q. Lê’s first major solo exhibition in Singapore entitled ‘Monuments & Memorials‘. Running from 17 March to 12 May, ‘Monuments and Memorials’ marks the premiere of this series of works in Asia, also unveiling his first-ever three-dimensional weavings which feature the recent refugee exodus from Africa and the Middle East into Southern Europe.

Views of the Installations in ‘Monuments & Memorials’. Image courtesy Toni Cuhadi and STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery.
Views of the Installations in ‘Monuments & Memorials’. Image courtesy Toni Cuhadi and STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery.

Born in Vietnam, Lê’s family immigrated to the US at the age of ten to escape the Khmer Rouge. In 1994, Lê travelled to Cambodia and was confronted with the stark contrast between Angkor Wat’s beautiful architecture and the horrific cruelty of Tuol Sleng, prompting him to work on the series ‘Cambodia: Splendour and Darkness’ (1998-).

Views of the Installations in ‘Monuments & Memorials’. Image courtesy Toni Cuhadi and STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery.
Dinh Q. Lê, ‘Splendor & Darkness (STPI) #18’, 2017, foiling and screen print on stonehenge paper; cut, weaved and burnt, with acid-free double-sided tape and linen tape, 112 x 67cm. Image courtesy STPI – Creative Workshop & Gallery.

Lê has woven photographic strips into a tapestry of images. His works encapsulate the common human experience of loss and redemption, merging Eastern and Western cultures, as well as personal and fictional realities.

‘Monuments & Memorials’ runs for two more weeks as of the publishing of this article.

More information at stpi.com.sg.

The Age of an Electric Ferrari is Upon us

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The Age of an Electric Ferrari is Upon us

Iconic Italian design house Pininfarina SpA, known for designing decades of sleek Ferraris, is finally putting its name on the hood of a bespoke range of electric vehicles as Automobili Pininfarina.

The design house has been acquired by Indian automaker Mahindra & Mahindra a few years ago and is headquartered in Europe. Pininfarina has showcased several concept electric vehicles at this year’s Geneva Motor Show, spiking much interest and anticipation.

Now, Automobili Pininfarina is finally releasing its own luxury electric cars, with Pininfarina’s years of experience in designing cars as well as Mahindra’s expertise from its role in the Formula E championship, The Italian design firm will be designing, engineering and manufacturing its first electric hypercar production.

Codenamed PF-Zero, it willfeature Level 3 autonomy capable of hitting 62 mph (100 km/h) from a standing start in less than two seconds, while 186 mph (300 km/h) will be achieved in 12 seconds on the way to a top speed exceeding 248 mph (400 km/h). According to Autocar, the all-electric hypercar will use modular underpinnings co-developed by Rimac and Mahindra’s Formula E Team.

“The Mahindra Group has bet big on electric vehicles.” Mahindra Group Chairman Anand Mahindra says. “They are the future, and when power, beauty and high-end EV technology come together in one car – that will be the perfect luxury vehicle, that will give car lovers the freedom to roam without impacting the planet adversely.”

The hypercar is set to arrive in 2020, priced close to $2.5 million.

Phinisi Silolona’s Sheer Ambience

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Phinisi Silolona’s Sheer Ambience

Phinisi Silolona’s Sheer Ambience

Readers perusing the annual Charter Focus in this issue of Yacht Style will find anything from traditional Indonesian phinisis to the largest and latest superyachts offered at US$660,000 a week. Our waters extend from the Indian Ocean’s Seychelles, Mauritius and Maldives to the exotic seas and straits of Asia and the vast Pacific as far as French Polynesia, with superb attractions like Australia and New Zealand in between.

A few luxuriously outfitted phinisis are offered in Southeast Asian waters, and here we look at one of the favourites, Silolona. Phinisis were the inter-island trading vessels of the Indonesian archipelago, by far the world’s largest, and indeed they still exist in commercial roles, lining up at Jakarta’s Sunda Kelapa to discharge cargoes. “Bugis boats” was the old terminology.

But Silolona is an entirely different luxury phinisi based in Bali for voyages to exotic eastern isles like Komodo and Flores, Raja Ampat, and as far as the legendary Banda Spice Isles. When the monsoon changes, as it does every year, the vessel moves to Phuket, and can be found from Malaysia’s West Coast tourist isles like Penang and Langkawi to the azure Andaman Sea and beyond to Burma’s far south Mergui archipelago.

It is a different experience, but a very rewarding one. Making passage on a phinisi should be on everyone’s bucket list.

Please visit www.silolona-yacht-charter.com for more details and check out the yacht charter.

This article is republished from Issue 42 of Yacht Style.

Own the home of America’s most infamous Mobster, Al Capone

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Own the home of America’s most infamous Mobster, Al Capone

Created in 1919 by developer developer Locke Highleyman, Palm Island is revered as one of Miami Beach’s most luxurious man-made islands. It was later bought by prohibition-era gangster Al Capone in 1928, where he died at in 1947.

Located in the exclusive Miami Beach’s Palm Island, the ex-sunshine retreat of Al Capone sits on the waterfront of Biscayne Bay. With 24 hours security surveillance, Palm Island is a sophisticated yet peaceful luxury residential area.

In 2013, the villa underwent a multimillion-dollar renovation after Miami-based MB America bought it for $8 million. The villa is now released onto the market, priced at US$14.9 million.

The vivid history and glamour of the villa has set it as one of the most exclusive scene for a wide range of photo and video productions. In fact, after the estate was unveiled in 2015 after renovations, it was announced as a production, filming and photo shoot venue.

Composed by 3 buildings, the property houses four-bedrooms, a 6,100-square-foot main house, and a two-story pool cabana. There is also a spacious guesthouse with two bedrooms and a bath, converted from the original gatehouse Capone installed. The main villa also features the original black and gold Art Deco powder room, ceiling lights from the 1920s, an original fireplace and porch. The 30,000-square-foot property has about 100 feet of waterfront.

The Italian family that currently owns Capone’s former Miami house has also owned other event venues and retreats in the area, including the Orchid House, a Mediterranean villa at 1350 Collins Avenue in Miami Beach.

Singapore’s Top 5 Interior Design Firms

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Singapore’s Top 5 Interior Design Firms

Words by Andrea Sim | Images courtesy of the respective interior design firms

Singapore’s Top 5 Interior Design Firms

Featured here are the top five interior designers in Singapore whom we think are passionate, inspiring and imaginative, who can provide impeccable tastes, intuition and unrivalled interior expertise that clients are looking for.

1| Elliot James

Established in 2012 by Elliot James, the award-winning British interior design and furniture studio focuses on elegance, opulence and bespoke design and craft the ideal interior based on the understanding and aspirations of their client, and the relevance of location. The firm has built a large project portfolio over the years, ranging from luxury high-end interiors and luxury commercial boutiques to both private and development properties. The studio offers services encompassing space planning, project management, specialist installation, and designing for bespoke kitchen, bathroom, furniture and lighting design. Elliot James aims to “maximise the potential of the existing elements of a space and develops these with imagination and vision.”

2| Takenouchi Webb

Previously an architect, the British architect Marc Webb started Takenouchi Webb in a partnership with Japanese interior designer Naoko Takenouchi in 2006. The architect firm is experienced in designing for restaurant, hotel and bar projects, emphasising good balance of design and function, materials, detailing and precision combined with practical problem solving unique to each project. Takenouchi Webb’s design contributions in high-end interior projects include The White Rabbit, Tanjong Beach Club and Loof imbueing innovation and redefining modern luxury. Takenouchi Webb design projects have been featured in numerous magazines such as: Wallpaper Magazine, The Singapore Showcase, Form Magazine and Monocle Magazine.

3| Designed Design Associates

Established in 1997, the award-winning Designed Design Associates interior firm has broad experience with commercial projects, modern home interior design and private residential homes in Singapore. The firm has been invited to design commercial spaces such as Bistro at the Supreme Court, Metrojaya Group of stores and Keck Seng Tower. The talented team aims to deliver results that speak of intimacy and identity. Before the start of each project, a depth personality study with its clients will be conducted before delving into the design aspects. Catering to a diversity of clients from regional countries such as Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Indonesia and the Philippines, the firm provides a holistic range of services including space planning, design conceptualisation, project construction and management.

4| Mr Shopper Studio

If you are looking for a stunning home with exemplary service, maybe Mr Shopper Studio can help! Whether its resort style, modern contemporary, Scandinavian or industrial, their designers can elevate your home experience by injecting attitude and scream bolder concepts to help you get an extreme makeover for your interior. Pictured above are some of the residential projects designed by the talented team who aims to deliver both results and ultimate service and quality, all within budget.

5| Ark-chitecture

ARK-hitecture is a one stop boutique interior design firm with fully integrated services that encompass the entire process, from design and consultation to project management and construction. The company provides tailored solutions to help their clients construct a home with a design that is more than just decor. By exercising their imagination and creative power, the designers adopt multidisciplinary design practice, ranging from contemporary to Scandinavian styles.

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