Ham Sup uses ancient techniques, materials and symbolism to create works that expose the bare essence of Korean culture

Hong Kong painter Tsang Kin Wah explores dilemmas relating to self and society through his wallpaper-like works

Glass artist Donghai Guan evokes the defensive strength of ancient Chinese architecture in his 'City Gates' series

Assembling a genre of established and emerging ceramic artists under one roof, Mastery brings the varied expressions of the traditional form of Oriental aesthetic to Hong Kong

Simon Birch captures the unruly, sometimes self-destructive energy of youth in his stark portrayals of conflicted identities

Creating interactive art installations with Hermes silk scarves is just on of the the many ways Hilton McConnico expresses his astounding talent

William Furniss's passion for Hong Kong gives his images of the city more than a tinge of visceral impact

The Crosswater eco-lodge is China's pioneering example of how five-star tourist amenities needn't trample on local culture or precious flora and fauna

Designer David Buffery took a surrealistic path to imbuing the Luxe Manor hotel with a look that no guest is likely to forget

An aesthetic philosophy that balances the traditional with the contemporary and the Scandinavian with the Chinese makes the Egret Island Clubhouse a truly chracterful place to be

A painstakingly authentic evocation of Shanghai Art Deco style defines the China House restaurant at the Oriental Bangkok

The personal philosophy of an acclaimed chef and the evocative sweep of Victoria Harbour inspired the creation of NOBU's dynamic character

The Mandarin Oriental hotel's recent renovations have added an extra dimension of contemporary style to what was already the ne plus ultra of Hong Kong luxury

Famed fashion duo Dolce and Gabbana used the evocative character of gold to imbue this Milan restaurant with an atmosphere of living large

Boutique-style ambience, zen aesthetics and solid common sense are at the fore in the new Barrie Ho Architecture Interiors office in Central

The cultural and conceptual aspects of bamboo are explored beautifully in this luxurious Shenzhen show house

With its indulgent sense of sensous style, the new Mondrian Scottsdale provides guests with plenty of temptation along with oasis-like five-star luxury

Place Vendome, for a century the address of Van Cleef & Arpels' most legendary salon, has been redesigned to initiate a new chapter in the brand's glittering history

Leonard Drake: Oxidation Reduction Potential under review http://www.lifestyleasia.com/articles/health-and-beauty_3/leonard-drake_2732.htm

A gastronomical salvation at The White Rabbit in Singapore http://www.lifestyleasia.com/articles/wine-and-dine_9/the-white-rabbit_2969.htm

7ate9: Singapore latest tapas restaurant overlooking Marina Bay www.lifestyleasia.com/articles/wine-and-dine_9/7atenine_2629.htm?city=sg

Ford Motor company's Chelsia Lau shares how the feminine eye for perfection has become a valuable asset in the traditionally male-dominated world of automotive design

Perspective's latest round-table discussion examined the very soul of the city in which we live - from changing attitudes towards the preservation of heritage structures, to the difficulties faced by the developers and architects who wish to do so

Imitation may be the greatest form of flattery, but for designers it is also a painful threat to originality and even to the whole concept in the progress in industrial design. Perspective asked the much-copied Eugenio Perazza, Konstantin Grcic an

Long abadoned by zoning policies, mixed-use developments are the new mantra for urban planning and eagerly adopted by communities and governments to create vibrant, safe and sustainable lifestyles

Perspective recently gathered together a panel of six architects, material suppliers and recruitment experts for a candid discussion of the forces at work behind Macao's recent stunning transformation