Books

A catalogue for the MADE FOR SAM exhibition. Silk-screened on luxurious Curious Skin Black and gilded black all around, this catalogue is a sleek and comprehensive keepsake from the exhibition. Each of the 40 products from the MADE FOR SAM collection are featured in the book with detailed descriptions of the products and anecdotes from the designers.

Marvel at the intricate details on each conserved shophouse, and the old-world charm of breezy terrace houses. Savour the mouth-watering cuisine, from the infamous Katong laksa, to kopi and kaya toast at Chin Mee Chin Confectionery, to fresh roasted chestnuts from a street vendor. Get a glimpse of Singapore’s past in the schools, religious sites and family-run businesses that have witnessed the sweeping tides of change over the years.

Capturing the neighbourhood by day and by night, We Love Katong is a timely volume that captures the area’s rich heritage, even as it welcomes new, modern establishments.