8 Stylish Local Brands to Know About for Your Interior

With over 20 years of experience, this iconic furniture store stocks products by award-winning duo Lanzavecchia + Wai. Crafted in Southeast Asia, the latest collection from designers Francesca Lanzavecchia (from Italy) and Hung Wai (from Singapore) is called PLAYplay and has been featured in Wallpaper* and more. Light oak is used in items such as the Polka Sofa, Gridlock Shelf and Rail TV Console (pictured). Photo: Supplied

Homegrown brand OMMO is committed to bringing great design to everyone. That means their lifestyle products, from tea infusers (pictured) to lunch boxes and plates, are award-winning, beautiful and incredibly affordable. The goal is functionality without ever compromising on quality or design. Photo: Supplied

If you love MUJI, you'll love IUIGA. IUIGA is a local brand that cuts out the middleman and brings you high-quality products directly from the manufacturers of your favorite brands. IUIGA stocks brands like MUJI and Samsonite, and carries a wide range of products from storage items to furniture, bed linens and kitchen appliances (like cast iron skillets). Everything is minimal, uncluttered and easy to incorporate into your home décor. Photo: Supplied

Meaning “to fall asleep” in Hindi, this new local startup is promoting the idea of ​​sustainable bed linen. The sheets are made from single yarn spun from long-staple organic cotton fibers (the longer the fiber, the smoother the material, and Sojao's sheets have been praised for being ultra-soft and supple). Unlike many big brands, the sheets aren't treated with anti-wrinkle chemicals like formaldehyde resins or toxic synthetic fabric finishes, so they won't irritate your skin. And because the brand sells direct to consumers without the middleman, prices aren't inflated. Photo: Supplied

Award-winning designers Nathan Yong and Jeffery Kurniadijaya, the powerhouse duo behind lifestyle brand Grafunkt, have partnered with renowned Swiss furniture brand Vitra to open a store here. The store features a carefully curated selection of products from the brand in Milan, London and Copenhagen. The brand and the idea behind it is to offer a range of products that showcase creativity, functionality and quality, including chairs, tables, bed frames and accessories. You'll also find original pieces from the Studio Grafunkt collection, such as the corner block shelf (pictured). Photo: Supplied

Founded in the 1970s, this self-described “family of Karang Guni merchants” specializes in second-hand furniture and antiques originally from Singapore homes and hotels. Some of their found furniture has been upcycled or refurbished, adding unique and quirky touches (such as a pastel-coloured vintage sewing table). A visit to the store is often likened to a treasure hunt in what the family calls “messy spaces”, where you might find something truly unique. Photo: Supplied

While Supermama has a collection of striking Asian designs from the region, it is also known for its locally inspired porcelain plate series (designed in Singapore and made in Japan). These elegant, traditional-style plates feature Singaporean scenes, including sets inspired by the Singapore River and Marina Bay Sands. The brand has also launched a must-see collection of Star Wars-inspired porcelain products, including Kopi cups and saucers. Photo: Provided

Founded by duo Jessica Wong and Pamela Ting, Sheen Shan embraces and celebrates Asia's rich heritage, while keeping its eye firmly on its Singaporean roots. From the iconic Shan System storage system to smaller pieces like the art deco-inspired The Bunker desk lamp, you'll find modern pieces that will become instant classics. Check out their Beach Road store or find out more online. Photo: Supplied