You might not know this, but there’s a treasure trove of high-quality furniture stores inside Tan Boon Liat building. Spread out across 13 floors, the stores at this iconic blue building offer everything you didn’t know you needed: antique furniture, rattan furnishing, vintage decor, modern Italian home goods, customisable solid wood pieces – the list goes on.
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1. Soul & Tables—Eco-friendly French oak & Indonesian teak wood
It’s pretty hard to beat the selection of furniture at Soul & Tables. If you’re looking for eco-friendly French oak and sustainable Indonesian teak solid wood pieces like extendable dining tables (from $4,325), you’ll find them here.
Best of all, Soul & Tables offers 1-for-1 disposal and 24/7 customer support, so you know you’ll always be taken care of.
Location: 02-09
Contact: Soul & Table website
2. Singapore Trading Post—Quirky home decor from East Asia
Singapore Trading Post is a known name in the quirky home decor and colonial furniture game. Its products are sourced from India, Vietnam, and China, so expect a one-of-a-kind. Pay the store a visit and when you walk all the way inside, you’ll find a treasure trove of vintage artwork that you didn’t know you needed for your home.
Location: 07-01
Contact: Singapore Trading Post website
3. Journey East—Vintage & industrial-styled furniture
If your sense of furniture style leans more towards vintage, please turn your attention to Journey East. Having been around since 1995, the retailer sells a selection of antique teak wood pieces, industrial-styled furniture crafted with iron and wood, and retro home accessories.
Location: 03-02
Contact: Journey East website
4. Born In Colour—Japanese recliners & Korean furniture
At Born In Colour, you can get eclectic and cutesy designer furniture with quirky designs at pretty reasonable prices given they tend to hold sales. The styles here range from Scandinavian and Bohemian to mid-century modern and contemporary, so you’ll be able to find plenty that fit your home’s aesthetics. On top of that, Born In Colour also stocks recliners from Japan and furniture from Korea.
Location: 05-05
Contact: Born In Colour website
5. Bold and Urban—Customised solid wood furniture
Fans of solid wood furniture tend to favour Bold and Urban, and for good reasons. It’s chockfull of customised pieces that are high-quality, natural, and durable using the latest AI technology in the design and manufacturing processes. If you’d like to customise a specific piece of furniture, simply share your wants and needs during the consultation and let the team take care of the rest. Beyond home goods, the store also makes furniture for offices and hospitality venues.
Location: 12-08
Contact: Bold and Urban website
6. OriginAsia—Asian-inspired hardwood furniture
Swing by OriginAsia for unique Asian-inspired furniture, arts, and accessories. On top of ready-made pieces, you can customise chairs, tables, and consoles to fit your home’s shape and size by trimming down their bulkiness and adding modern curves to older designs. All of the hardwood pieces at OriginAsia come from sustainable plantations. On top of that, orders over $1,000 receive free delivery.
Location: 04-06 & 06-05
Contact: OriginAsia website
7. The Past Perfect Collection—Colonial furniture from India
You know you’re getting quality antique and colonial furniture imported from India when you shop at The Past Perfect Collection. There’s even a wide variety of exotic hardwood cabinets and tables that can withstand the humidity in Singapore without getting warped. Their collections change regularly and pieces are restored to their highest standard, so you can expect one-of-a-kind finds.
Location: 11-05
Contact: The Past Perfect Collection website
8. J. edition—Modern & minimalist furniture
J.edition is one of the go-to spots for modern and minimalist furniture that are both stylish and functional.
At the cosy showroom that resembles the inside of a typical Singaporean home, you’ll find beds, sofas, and ergonomic lounge chairs that are both comfortable and supportive. On top of that, the fluffy rugs, embroidered line cushion covers, and funky throws at the store also deserve your attention.
Location: 04-04
Contact: J.edition website
9. Redhouse Antiques & Customised Furniture—Unique antique pieces
For those on the hunt for unique furniture, you’ll want to check out Redhouse Antiques & Customised Furniture.
Having been around for over 30 years, the store has custom antique pieces that’ll help your living room, bedroom, dining space, and hallway shine. There are also quirky home decor and sculptures that artsy souls will appreciate.
Location: 01-04
Contact: Redhouse Antiques & Custom Furniture
10. Rooma—Rattan & wood furniture with Bali vibes
If rattan and wood are 2 words on your mind when buying furniture, then Rooma should be on your radar. Over here, every piece is designed by an in-house team and handmade by a fleet of craftsmen in Indonesia. Expect to find timeless furniture with serious Bali vibes for both indoors and outdoors. And if you can’t find what you’re looking for, there’s an option to have pieces custom-made.
Location: 13-01
Contact: Rooma website
11. Fritz Hansen @ W. Atelier—Timeless Mid-century Danish furniture
In case you’re the type that craves cool and timeless Mid-century Danish furniture, we’ve included Fritz Hansen @ W. Atelier on this list because it’s got all the quirk. Dating back to 1872, the retailer is known for iconic design pieces like the Egg chair, Swan chair, and PK80 daybed. Premium materials including moulded wood and high-quality upholstery are used and a rigorous quality check process is deployed to ensure everything is as durable as it is charming.
Location: 13-08
Contact: Fritz Hansen @ W. Atelier website
12. Scanteak—Premium teak furniture sourced from Indonesia plantations
It’s almost impossible to go on the Scanteak website and not fall in love with the collection of premium teak furniture. Somehow, the brand manages to make solid teak pieces look elegant and minimalist but luxe at the same time. You’ll be able to find everything here: beds, tables, chairs, dressers, bookshelves, cupboards – the list goes on. Scanteak sources teak from renowned plantations in Indonesia so you know the durability and quality of the products are top tier.
Location: 10-02
Contact: Scanteak website
13. Mountain Living—VOC-free teak, oak & walnut furniture
Fans of teak know that Mountain Living is one of the places to stock up on teak furniture. The store has a robust selection of solid teak, oak, and walnut wood pieces with minimalist designs. They’re made using high-quality timber and skilled craftsmanship and can be customised based on your preference in terms of sizes and finishes. They’re also VOC-free which means they’ll be safe for the whole family and pets.
Location: 04-05
Contact: Mountain Living website
14. BONALDO by XZQT Singapore—Italian contemporary furniture
For Italian contemporary furniture that stands the test of time, BONALDO by XZQT is it. Elegant, stylish, and functional, the pieces are built to last using enduring wood, leather, and fabric to weather the elements. And for additional flexibility, the store offers customisation on materials, colours, and configurations for most of their products.
Location: 01-05
Contact: BONALDO by XZQT website
15. Commune Outlet—Discounted luxury furniture
You may know Commune for the moody and sophisticated furniture, but there’s a treasure trove of discounted luxe furniture at Commune Outlet in Tan Boon Liat. From chairs and dining sets to cabinets and sideboards, you’ll be able to find it here. The store also offers free home styling service so hit them up to get some decor tips.
Location: 11-09
Contact: Commune website
16. Emperor’s Attic—Handcrafted vintage pieces & premium ceramics
In the antique furniture game, Emperor’s Attic is considered a known name. Its handcrafted vintage furniture, unique home decor, and premium ceramics are one-of-a-kind. They’re all carefully sourced and imported from Northern China. The store has been around since 1999 and has won multiple awards for best antique and vintage furniture, so you know it’s good.
Location: 01-10
Contact: Emperor’s Attic website
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17. Sleepnight Lifestyle Mattress—12-year warranty & free installation
Sleepnight Lifestyle Mattress slays and for good reason. Its innovative mattresses with a unique air chamber system help you fall asleep quicker and elevate your legs for better blood flow. When you buy the Sleepy Night Canterbury Latex Mattress, you’ll also have the option to add on a free bed frame in the shade of latte. The brand offers 12 years of warranty on top of free delivery and installation so you won’t have to worry about lugging heavy.
Location: 09-07
Contact: Sleepnight Lifestyle Mattress website
18. Tempur Experiential Centre—Experience different mattress models
The Tempur Experiential Centre ticks several boxes off your list. Besides offering plenty of innovative options that adapt to your body shape and temperature for improved sleep quality, the showroom allows you to test different models.
With the help of a mattress expert, plus a cosy home-like setting, you’ll be able to choose one that suits your lifestyle.
Location: 08-05
Contact: Tempur website
19. Willow Mattress—100% natural latex mattresses
The medium-firm, 100% natural latex mattresses at Willow Mattress are game changers for neck and back pain thanks to its comfort foam that contours to your body. Each mattress features a unique 3-layer adjustable comfort system so you can customise the firmness level to fit your preference. Plus, the store offers a 100-night sleep trial so you can test the waters, as well as a 15-year warranty to give you a total peace of mind.
Location: 01-10
Contact: Willow Mattress website
Tan Boon Liat building—best furniture stores
Not gonna lie, but a good ol’ home makeover can bring you a lot of joy. To make that happen, you’re going to need a whole lot of chic and sturdy furniture. And that’s where the furniture stores at Tan Boon Liat building come into play. So whether you’re into rattan and boho chic, vintage vibes, or mid-century modern mood, rest assured you’ll be able to find the right furniture pieces here.
How to get there: get off at either Outram Park MRT station or Havelock MRT station and take a 10-minute walk to Tan Boon Liat building. Alternatively, you can drive and park your car in the outdoor parking space at Level 1. Parking rates start from $1.20/hour.
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