SHENTONISTA

“If getting enough rest means having to turn down social gatherings then I’d do that. It’s important to prioritise self-care.”

“One thing that made it easier for me to assimilate in Singapore was the people—they're very appreciative of Japanese culture, and fond of Japan in general.”

“I think everyone should be taught abstract thinking, since it’s essential for architecture, design, or any creative pursuit.”

With this colour combination, it’s all about complement and not the clash.

“Life goes on, and the suffering that we experience will pass with time to make room for happiness.”

“I have friends who are tattoo artists, and sometimes they approach me with ideas of pieces that they’d like to do.”

“If I had a million dollars, I’d invest part of the money and use the balance to set up my own business.”

“Something not many people know about me is that I have synesthesia—I associate numbers and alphabets with personalities and genders.”

“I’d like to visit the Maldives someday, especially since it’s in danger of disappearing within the near future.”

“My ideal weekend would be—work out, pig out, pass out!”

Wrap up the year in style.

“It’s not a superpower, but I’d like to be able to not let my emotions show as easily—it’d be a valuable tool for workplace survival.”