Made in Singapore: The Design Stories
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When08 Mar 2025 - 21 Mar 2025WhereJewel Changi Airport, Level 2, South Gateway Garden (across Adidas)
From our tiny island comes big ideas with the power to transform.
Meet Singapore’s rising design stars.
These talented designers, whose design journey started at Temasek Polytechnic (TP) School of Design, are committed to exploring the transformational potential of design and pushing the boundaries of creative expression. From sustainable furniture and culturally inspired products to fashion reflecting Singapore's heritage, footwear blending diverse subcultures to landscape design prioritising well-being through nature – without doubt, these designers demonstrate a future-forward vision, immense talent, and the desire to challenge conventional thinking.
Many of the works here draw inspiration from a uniquely Singapore heritage. Some designers featured in this exhibition are household names in street culture and fashion, while some have made their mark on the global stage as highly respected designers.
Whatever you see here answers the question:
Can Singaporeans be creative?
Here are 15 ways to say yes, we can.
Neo Anngee
Neo Anngee is an award-winning Singaporean illustrator whose work appeals to children and adults. She has illustrated for notable clients like the National Gallery and has won the Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award in 2015 for "The Rock and the Bird."
Neo Anngee
Neo Anngee is an award-winning Singaporean illustrator whose work appeals to children and adults. She has illustrated for notable clients like the National Gallery and has won the Hedwig Anuar Children’s Book Award in 2015 for "The Rock and the Bird."
E Ian Siew
E Ian Siew, a PhD student at the National University of Singapore’s Division of Industrial Design, collaborates with medical researchers on healthcare technology. His award-winning prototype, the Auxobrace, is a soft robotics chest brace for recovery after open-heart surgery.
E Ian Siew
E Ian Siew, a PhD student at the National University of Singapore’s Division of Industrial Design, collaborates with medical researchers on healthcare technology. His award-winning prototype, the Auxobrace, is a soft robotics chest brace for recovery after open-heart surgery.
Deon Phua, Kevin Too, Russell Ong & Lydia Yang
Established by a group of TP School of Design schoolmates, Tell Your Children (TYC) is a collective that creates eclectic and whimsical works that are fun and beautiful. TYC’s illustrated pieces have appeared at exclusive pop-up events and their vibrant murals can be found in unexpected locations across Singapore.
Deon Phua, Kevin Too, Russell Ong & Lydia Yang
Established by a group of TP School of Design schoolmates, Tell Your Children (TYC) is a collective that creates eclectic and whimsical works that are fun and beautiful. TYC’s illustrated pieces have appeared at exclusive pop-up events and their vibrant murals can be found in unexpected locations across Singapore.
Esther Goh
Esther Goh is a noted Singaporean illustrator and designer recognised by organisations such as D&AD and Cannes Design Lions. Known for her quirky style, she was featured on Tatler Asia’s Gen T list. Beginning her career in Shanghai and Singapore, she has worked with clients like Kenzo and Tiger Beer.
Esther Goh
Esther Goh is a noted Singaporean illustrator and designer recognised by organisations such as D&AD and Cannes Design Lions. Known for her quirky style, she was featured on Tatler Asia’s Gen T list. Beginning her career in Shanghai and Singapore, she has worked with clients like Kenzo and Tiger Beer.
Kevin Chiam
Kevin Chiam is a rising talent in Singapore’s product and industrial design landscape who’s known for his work at Milan and Dubai Design Week. Kevin founded VOORT Studio following a successful Kickstarter and leads a team at Dyson. His innovative prototypes include uniquely Singaporean toys, soap stickers for hand-washing and special kitchenware.
Kevin Chiam
Kevin Chiam is a rising talent in Singapore’s product and industrial design landscape who’s known for his work at Milan and Dubai Design Week. Kevin founded VOORT Studio following a successful Kickstarter and leads a team at Dyson. His innovative prototypes include uniquely Singaporean toys, soap stickers for hand-washing and special kitchenware.
Kristal Melson
Kristal Melson is a renowned illustrator and designer based in Singapore, recognised internationally for her multifaceted creativity. She has collaborated with major global brands such as Vogue Singapore, Nike, Facebook, Apple, Amazon, UMG, and The New York Times.
Kristal Melson
Kristal Melson is a renowned illustrator and designer based in Singapore, recognised internationally for her multifaceted creativity. She has collaborated with major global brands such as Vogue Singapore, Nike, Facebook, Apple, Amazon, UMG, and The New York Times.
Mark Ong
Mark Ong, also known as Mr. Sabotage, is the creator of the streetwear brand SBTG. This brand fuses the edgy spirit of street culture with creative designs. SBTG has become well-known around the world, partnering with big names like Nike, New Balance, and ASICS. The brand has also teamed up with NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant and Stephen Curry.
Mark Ong
Mark Ong, also known as Mr. Sabotage, is the creator of the streetwear brand SBTG. This brand fuses the edgy spirit of street culture with creative designs. SBTG has become well-known around the world, partnering with big names like Nike, New Balance, and ASICS. The brand has also teamed up with NBA superstars like Kobe Bryant and Stephen Curry.
Hu Rui Xian
Hu Rui Xian is well-known for her innovative approach to the cheongsam, making it attractive for people of all ages and sizes. In 2018, she established Studio HHFZ in Singapore, specialising in designing cheongsams and evening gowns. Her creations highlight the cheongsam's versatility by incorporating various fabrics and vibrant prints.
Hu Rui Xian
Hu Rui Xian is well-known for her innovative approach to the cheongsam, making it attractive for people of all ages and sizes. In 2018, she established Studio HHFZ in Singapore, specialising in designing cheongsams and evening gowns. Her creations highlight the cheongsam's versatility by incorporating various fabrics and vibrant prints.
Chan Wai Lim
Wai Lim blends craftsmanship, storytelling, and sustainability in her award-winning designs. Her accolades include the President’s Design Award and the Red Dot. She has worked on projects for GovTech, Kohler, and Dell, emphasising the transformation of Singapore’s stories and landmarks into sustainable designs that honour culture.
Chan Wai Lim
Wai Lim blends craftsmanship, storytelling, and sustainability in her award-winning designs. Her accolades include the President’s Design Award and the Red Dot. She has worked on projects for GovTech, Kohler, and Dell, emphasising the transformation of Singapore’s stories and landmarks into sustainable designs that honour culture.
Chia Ming Kuang
As InOut Atelier’s founder, Chia Ming Kuang’s is on a mission to bring nature indoors. His designer moss installations have transformed homes and offices into green havens, and he has collaborated with brands like LVMH and Adidas. Beyond indoor displays, Ming Kuang also promotes a wellness mindset through hands-on workshops.
Chia Ming Kuang
As InOut Atelier’s founder, Chia Ming Kuang’s is on a mission to bring nature indoors. His designer moss installations have transformed homes and offices into green havens, and he has collaborated with brands like LVMH and Adidas. Beyond indoor displays, Ming Kuang also promotes a wellness mindset through hands-on workshops.
Teng Run Run
Run Run is redefining the traditional cheongsam for modern women through her label, Pao Pao. Its unique cheongsam designs emphasise bold colours and sculptural lines. Made with lightweight, machine-washable fabrics, they are perfect for everyday wear, from the office to dinner.
Teng Run Run
Run Run is redefining the traditional cheongsam for modern women through her label, Pao Pao. Its unique cheongsam designs emphasise bold colours and sculptural lines. Made with lightweight, machine-washable fabrics, they are perfect for everyday wear, from the office to dinner.
Tan Wei Xiang
Wei Xiang is a Singapore-based product designer with a passion for working with native Singaporean woods. Known for blending utility, meaning, beauty, and craftsmanship, he has collaborated with notable organisations like Wallpaper* and the Design Museum London.
Tan Wei Xiang
Wei Xiang is a Singapore-based product designer with a passion for working with native Singaporean woods. Known for blending utility, meaning, beauty, and craftsmanship, he has collaborated with notable organisations like Wallpaper* and the Design Museum London.
Stacy Tan
Playful, fun, and eclectic, Stacy’s optimistically vibrant designs take centre stage in her textile brand YABAI YABAI. She combines graphic design and illustration with fashion to create bright and cheerful prints for fabrics. Her clients and collaborators include Japanese brands such as The Pokémon Company and AEON.
Stacy Tan
Playful, fun, and eclectic, Stacy’s optimistically vibrant designs take centre stage in her textile brand YABAI YABAI. She combines graphic design and illustration with fashion to create bright and cheerful prints for fabrics. Her clients and collaborators include Japanese brands such as The Pokémon Company and AEON.
Rodney Loh
Rodney Loh, founder of Next of Kin, believes in the power of design to drive community and change, seeing opportunities in obstacles. Originally an industrial design firm, Next of Kin shifted its focus to social design, collaborating with major brands like Kohler, Samsung, and Diageo.
Rodney Loh
Rodney Loh, founder of Next of Kin, believes in the power of design to drive community and change, seeing opportunities in obstacles. Originally an industrial design firm, Next of Kin shifted its focus to social design, collaborating with major brands like Kohler, Samsung, and Diageo.
Xie Qian Qian
Qian Qian’s studio, Graye, focuses on gender-neutral fashion characterised by clean lines, muted colours, and a minimalist aesthetic. Initially a menswear label, Graye has evolved to offer inclusive, androgynous styles for all ages and sizes. Inspired by the diverse cultures of Asia, Qian Qian emphasises sustainability through upcycling.
Xie Qian Qian
Qian Qian’s studio, Graye, focuses on gender-neutral fashion characterised by clean lines, muted colours, and a minimalist aesthetic. Initially a menswear label, Graye has evolved to offer inclusive, androgynous styles for all ages and sizes. Inspired by the diverse cultures of Asia, Qian Qian emphasises sustainability through upcycling.
