| Fullerton Bay Hotel: Timeless jewel Many are called but few are chosen. It was a blast from the past for the two of them. It is clear to see that the result is where a colonial heritage has been reinterpreted in a deeply-rooted, yet distinctly sensual and lush setting," Fu concludes. To me, it is a hotel that honors Singapore's historic past, with a vision for the future. Diffused gently into the lobby, this warm and comforting scent complements that sartorial ambiance of luxury. Here, precious art pieces were either sourced internationally or specially commissioned for this property. Mike Mina, creative consultant for Miladay Jewels, declares that the material used for constructing the hotel is of the finest standards. He bumped into Shirlyn Tan, his lady colleague from Brunei who now heads the housekeeping department of Fullerton Bay Hotel. She made our stay so comfortable. The look through from our room included the fireworks and light and sound show of the neighboring properties and we truly enjoyed the spectacle. The great Polish sailor Joseph Conrad was enamored by the romantic Singapore waterfront in his novel Lord Jim in 1899. " . To commemorate its cultural assimilation in its location, the hotel's interior design combines traditional materials, patterns, antiques and modern art and technology to create its distinct atmosphere. The sun was beginning to set over the bay, the purple pink hue of the sky reflected the surreal water like a magical mirror as we had their afternoon tea, which included freshly prepared assortment of English scones, finger sandwiches, delicate pastries and salted caramel tarts, vanilla crème brulee, white truffle egg mayo on baguette, smoked salmon mille feuille with caviar and duck confit crepe roulade, among many others. Many events of yesteryears have transpired here and what better way to preserve such memories of the past than to breathe new life into it. A living museum where the past, present and future remain timeless spectators to all that is sublime and ephemeral. It was a delightful treat. For Yvonne's birthday, we transferred to the Cavannah Suite with British colonial influences, hues of cream, taupe and gold decorations and soft furnishings in crushed velvet. Design elements immaculately woven into an eclectic tapestry infusing the old and new result in classic, modern and even chic distinctions that appeal to all ages. GM Viterale is proud to say that this hotel is unlike any other. They have always valued this nostalgic, historical and sentimental slice of history. It is no other than the Fullerton Heritage precinct, straddled like a necklace of heritage treasures stretching from the Collyer Quay along Rafles Quay to Shenton way. As though a painting had simply changed its frame yet its innate soul remains intact. Each of its 100 rooms features a private balcony with double glazed floor-to-ceiling windows. Celebrities and personalities can keep their privacy from the madding crowd while enjoying their stay here. GM Viterale adds, "The Fullerton Bay Hotel is a six-story contemporary hotel situated right on the scenic Marina Bay waterfront. The bathroom was spacious enough to fit us all, my sister Michelle couldn't wait for the clock to strike 12 so she could partake of the sumptuous midnight snack. Today, one looks out the window from the Fullerton Bay Hotel and savors the same exotic grandeur of the waterfront but now in a contemporary setting. In their selection of the most scintillating jewels that synergize culture, heritage with opulent elegance, there exists a magnificent complex that belongs to a category all its own. No matter where we go, there are some rooms which are simply unforgettable. Truly, it is a breathtaking gem of architecture, ingenuous piece of artistry and dramatic poetry. |
Sunday 11 March 2012
Fullerton Bay Hotel: Timeless jewel
