A Royal Interiors Singapore Christmas Feature

In a season defined by gatherings, quiet rituals, and the warmth of beautifully considered homes, this year’s Twelve Days of Christmas becomes more than a festive countdown. It becomes a celebration of design houses whose craft, heritage, and vision continue to shape contemporary luxury living across the world — and in Singapore’s discerning interiors landscape.

From storied German ateliers to Italian icons of material mastery, each day reveals a brand whose work reminds us that furniture is never merely functional. It is atmospheric, emotional, and quietly expressive. Whether through the fluidity of a sculptural table, the tailored ease of a sofa, or the meditative presence of a well-made armchair, these twelve names define the spaces in which modern life unfolds.

Below, we unveil this year’s editorial curation: twelve design houses, twelve stories of excellence, and the pieces that make the season — and the home — feel exceptional.

DAY 12 — WALTER KNOLL: MODERNITY, HONED TO PERFECTION

Germany’s Walter Knoll opens the series with a suite that articulates the brand’s unmistakable language: sensual minimalism, architectural clarity, and a devotion to materials that borders on reverence. Each creation sits at the intersection of craftsmanship and comfort — lived-in sculpture for the contemporary home.

This year’s seven-piece highlight forms a study in balance and quiet expression:

• Osuu Chair — A refined silhouette, light in form yet confident in presence.

• Temno Table — A meditation on shadow, tactility, and pure geometric restraint.

• Jaan Living Sofa — Sleek lines and impeccable tailoring, designed for both lounging and entertaining.

• Isanka Armchair — Quilted leather and enveloping curves that showcase the brand’s mastery in upholstery.

• Cuoio Dining Chair — Understated luxury through saddle leather and disciplined craftsmanship.

• Shinzo Armchair — Sculptural with a lounge-like ease, lending character without overwhelming a space.

• Living Platform Sofa — Architectural, generous, and beautifully balanced.

In the world of Walter Knoll, elegance is enduring, quiet, and unwaveringly precise.

DAY 11 — ZANOTTA: THE POETRY OF ITALIAN DESIGN

Few Italian manufacturers have influenced design culture as profoundly as Zanotta. Known for its avant-garde collaborations and sculptural forms, the brand exemplifies how luxury can carry lightness, personality, and a touch of playfulness without compromising sophistication.

A Zanotta piece is instantly recognisable: soft geometry, thoughtful proportion, and a confidence that transcends trends — ideal for Singapore homes seeking individuality with pedigree.

DAY 10 — NATUZZI EDITIONS: COMFORT AS A HERITAGE

Natuzzi Editions offers an alternative expression of Italian mastery — one rooted in warmth, softness, and the tactile comfort of everyday luxury. Its sofas and armchairs embody a domestic ease that resonates deeply in Singapore, where compact spaces call for pieces that are both beautiful and deeply functional.

Natuzzi’s strength lies in its humanity: pieces made not only for living rooms, but for living.

DAY 9 — FIAM ITALIA: ARTISTRY IN CURVED GLASS IN YOUR DINING ROOM 

A pioneer of sculpted, hand-curved glass, Fiam Italia creates dining tables that appear almost weightless. Transparency becomes architecture; fluidity becomes sculpture. For open-plan Singapore homes, a Fiam table introduces a sense of spatial clarity while remaining quietly commanding.

To dine on a Fiam creation is to witness craft where material, heat, and precision converge into art.

DAY 8 — LIU JO LIVING: FASHION TRANSLATED INTO FURNITURE

From fashion house to contemporary interiors, Liu Jo Living infuses the home with the same playful sophistication that defines its DNA. The brand’s modular sofas and accent pieces embrace adaptability — a quality perfectly suited to modern city living, where spaces evolve with lifestyle.

Soft volumes, expressive silhouettes, and a casual sort of glamour define the brand’s appeal.

DAY 7 — FENDI CASA: ROMAN HERITAGE, CONTEMPORARY GRANDEUR

Fendi Casa remains one of the world’s most recognisable names in luxury interiors — couture sensibilities translated into furniture. The pieces are polished, sculptural, and undeniably confident, echoing the craftsmanship of Fendi’s ateliers.

In a festive season defined by gathering, Fendi Casa sets the scene for hosting with unmistakable sophistication.

DAY 6 — CATTELAN ITALIA: MATERIALITY WITH PRESENCE

Cattelan Italia builds its identity on expressive materials — striking marbles, distinctive metals, and silhouettes that carry an architectural clarity. For dining rooms and living spaces, the brand offers a refined boldness that complements Singapore’s love for clean, statement-driven interiors.

It is luxury defined not by ornamentation, but by mastery of form.

DAY 5 — CARACOLE: CONTEMPORARY ELEGANCE WITH SUBTLE GLAMOUR

Caracole is distinctive for its refined silhouettes, soft metallic accents, and approachable elegance. Its pieces complement a range of Singapore interiors — from modern apartments to landed homes — bringing a gentle luminosity without overwhelming a space.

Caracole creates furniture that harmonises beautifully with everyday living.

DAY 4 — RIVA 1920: THE SOUL OF SOLID WOOD

A tribute to natural materials, Riva 1920 works almost exclusively with solid timber — often reclaimed or centuries old. Every piece is shaped to honour the wood’s history, grain, and integrity, resulting in furniture that feels grounding and deeply authentic.

In a fast-paced city, Riva 1920 offers an elemental stillness: sustainability, heritage, and quiet luxury in its purest form.

DAY 3 — MALERBA: MODERN OPULENCE, BEAUTIFULLY RESTRAINED

Malerba’s universe is one of lacquered finishes, rich veneers, and sleek geometry — a contemporary interpretation of Italian glamour. The brand strikes a balance between sheen and structure, making it ideal for homeowners who appreciate luxury with discipline.

Malerba offers a cosmopolitan sensibility well attuned to Singapore’s design preferences.

DAY 2 — FLOU: THE ART AND SCIENCE OF SLEEP 

This year, the spotlight turns to what Flou has perfected: the modern bed. From textiles to ergonomics, every detail is engineered to create a restful sanctuary — a rarity in today’s fast-moving world.

Flou changed the way the industry understands sleep, and its relevance is even greater in urban Asian living, where quality rest is a true luxury.

DAY 1 — AP COLLECTION: WHIMSY WITH CRAFTSMANSHIP

Ending the series on a note of artistic whimsy, AP Collection brings playful energy into the interiors landscape. Known for its tactile, plush, and expressive creations, the brand offers statement pieces that function almost like contemporary art.

It is design that invites conversation — unexpected, joyful, and beautifully made.

A SEASON FRAMED BY DESIGN

The Twelve Days of Christmas becomes a journey through craftsmanship, heritage, and the emotional resonance of beautifully curated spaces. Each brand offers a distinct worldview — rigorous, glamorous, sustainable, sculptural, or quietly poetic — yet together, they shape the modern Singapore home with intelligence and style.

In a market that values intentional living and thoughtful investment, these houses stand not merely as makers of furniture, but as custodians of culture and form.
This festive season, we celebrate not only pieces, but perspectives — and the spaces they help us create for gatherings, reflection, and the years to come.