Exotic Home Accents to Covet From Singapore

Has an image of something, or perhaps someone, ever made you travel across oceans and continents just to be close to it, learn more about it or experience it with your own senses? 

I can say this has happened twice in my life.

The first time was when I was in Tempe, Arizona and saw a photograph at an art festival of a mud mosque in Djenne, Mali. In the foreground was a bustling market with many colorfully clad African women selling their goods. I was mesmerized. Six months later I was on a 2 month trip to West and North Africa to witness the grandeur of this beautiful and ancient mosque with my own eyes. 

The second time was this past year. While working from home I stumbled across an instagram account that was so visually alluring I found myself going back just to treat my eyes to its vibrant and patterned travel, architecture and interior photos. Nearly all the images appealed to my wanderlust and aesthetic. Three months later I was in route to Singapore to meet the talented woman behind the captivating feed and the designer of many of the accent pieces I adored in it, Amreen. 

A glimpse of Amreen's Instagram feed, the wonderful designer behind her lifestyle brand Kala Pata.

(The little girl in the second row picture is Amreen's daughter, Sofia.)

Koh-I-Nor Lacquer Box

Designed by Amreen

Ships from Singapore

While in Singapore I had the pleasure of exploring the city and getting to know this graceful, thoughtful and inspired woman. Her mission through her graphic design work is to bring to life her deep love of world exploration and her fascination with history, heritage and global cultures. Amreen’s creations are a visual interpretation of her myriad of experiences while living in Dhaka, Bangkok, New York, London, and now in Singapore. She designs for a global audience who, like us, relish discovering beautifully hand-crafted distinctive products that awaken their own wanderlust. 

Feroza Lacquer Serving Tray

Designed by Amreen

Ships from Singapore

Feroza Lacquer Box

Designed by Amreen

 Amreen and I at lunch!

A snap I took with Amreen while exploring parts of Singapore I didn't even know existed.