M Social Singapore unveiled
M Social have announced the latest addition to their hotel collection with the opening of the M Social Singapore, designed by Phillipe Starck.
M Social Singapore is a lifestyle design hotel that emphasises community experience, with a contemporary yet casual approach.
Situated along the historic and picturesque Singapore River, The 293-guestroom hotel overlooks the vibrant Robertson Quay enclave and is part of an integrated development that includes UP@Robertson Quay, and a luxury apartment project overseen by City Developments Limited.
Renowned French designer Philippe Starck, is behind M Social Singapore’s contemporary interiors, aligning to a “democratic design” concept – where spaces around the hotel are accessible and flexible in order to cater to guest requirements. The theme is centred “home-comfort”, with cosy guestrooms, warm colour tones, pashmina throws and carpets.
The hotel features a selection of communal spaces that encourage networking and are embellished by fully customised art and design elements. The entrance is marked by sculptures of two bronze cast peanuts whilst colourful tiles provide a sense of vibrancy underfoot. Meanwhile chandeliers add a sense of contemporary glamour.
Accommodation options come in varying sizes and configurations. The Nicer Room has a terrace attached to it, while The Bigger Room is actually a duplex-style loft with a terrace.
M Social Singapore also prides itself on embracing technology; it is the first in the country to offer a self-check-in kiosk in the lobby to make the process fast and fuss-free. Placed within each room is a complimentary smartphone amenity pre-loaded with a city guide and is complete with unlimited data usage and free phone calls locally and internationally.
On-site restaurant, Beast & Butterflies offers a variety dishes with influences from the East and West. From the kitchen comes dishes such as Great Rack of China, a rack of lamb marinated with Sichuan spices; and Demoburger, where a slab of Wagyu beef comes perfectly grilled and accompanied by garlic cheese fries and mesclun salad with sesame dressing. Meanwhile, mixologists provide a range of artisanal cocktails from the lobby bar.
The Committee, made up of personalities such as Lim Sek,CEO, Music & Movement, and Timothy Go, will also play a hand in curating the I M Social Series, a programme that will reinforce the hotel as a lively hub and host of thematic gatherings and activities, including tai-chi sessions and yoga on the pool deck.
