CREAM CONVERSATION

We speak with founding partner Asmine Koh from Hideout Coffee Bar about building a space that moves at a different pace. From keeping things small and intentional to designing an atmosphere that encourages people to slow down, this conversation explores what it takes to stay grounded in a fast moving industry. We also touch on collaborations, pop ups, and the challenges of running a neighbourhood cafe while staying true to its identity.

In this episode we turn the mic on ourselves. As Cream Pie Studio marks five years the team sits down to talk about the journey so far from early projects and growing pains to the everyday rhythms that shape how we work. We share what goes on behind the scenes how our roles have evolved and what it takes to build and run a design studio. Light hearted honest and a little chaotic this one is about the people behind the work.

We sit down with Shi En, founder of Beam, to talk about building a movement studio that blends sound, rhythm, and intentional flow. From shaping immersive class experiences to redefining what wellness can feel like in Singapore, this conversation explores presence, pace, and the power of moving with awareness.

We speak with Natalie Cheung, founder of Medium Specific, about designing homes that honour local heritage while embracing modern living. From her transition from architecture to interiors, to crafting her own layered and intentional home, this episode explores what it means to build with quiet clarity. We also touch on the challenges of creative practice in Singapore and her favourite contractor phrase that stuck.

In this episode, we speak with Barreworks Ballet founders Charlyn and Michelle about building a practice that bridges discipline, community, and grace. From their teaching philosophy to the expansion of their new Jelita studio, we talk about designing with intention. They share what it means to teach, why they introduced a retail space, and what part of the new studio truly feels like home.

We sit down with professional boxer and coach Amanda Chan to talk about discipline, focus, and staying grounded through movement. From her first steps into the ring to holding two WBC Asia titles, Amanda shares what it takes to build a life around quiet grit—and why teaching others has sharpened her own path. This one’s about the fight, but also the calm that comes before it.

In our debut episode, we sit down with the founder of Srisun Express Jayanthi Goven, one of Singapore’s most beloved 24-hour eateries. We talk about how it all started, what led to their expansion, and the operational realities of running a round-the-clock F&B business. From staffing challenges to local advice on building a business that lasts, this episode dives into the grit behind the prata.

This is Season 13, Episode 3, and we have an incredible guest lined up for you today. Joining us is Ginette Chittick, a true renaissance woman and one of the pioneers of the punk scene in Singapore during the 90s. Ginette wears many hats—she started a zine, played bass in a band, launched her own apparel label, and now she's a DJ and a lecturer at a renowned fashion school in Singapore. Currently, she's pursuing her PhD, focusing on the punk movement in Singapore during the 90s. In this episode, Ginette will take us through the evolution of punk, sharing her experiences from the past and her insights on the scene today. Get ready for an engaging conversation with a legend of Singapore's punk history!

Season 13, Episode 2, we're diving into the world of sustainable living with two inspiring guests. Joining us are Michelle and Serene, the founders of Greenhouse, a sustainable fair that's making a big impact in Singapore. We'll discuss their journey into sustainable living and how it led them to create Greenhouse. This year, GREEN-HOUSE 2024 will unveil three immersive concept spaces at New Bahru, promising a memorable and inspiring experience for all ages. Discover established and indie homegrown sustainable brands, exclusive cross-collaborations, thought-provoking art pieces, Mercedes-Benz Kantine a pop-up café in collaboration with FURA that explores the future of food, through sustainability and creativity, adoption drives for furry friends, eye-opening films, and a whole lot more fun surprises. Stay tuned as we explore their story, their vision, and what you can expect from this year's exciting event. 

Welcome to Season 13 of Arch Conversation! In our first episode, we're diving into the vibrant world of interior design in Singapore with the talented team from Cream Pie Studio, aka our team. Outside of the podcast we are a multi disciplinary creative suite with Interior Design as our 1st discipline. Join us as we explore the ins and outs of choosing the right interior designer for your project. We'll break down the key differences between design and build contractors, guiding you through the complex processes of renovation. Whether you're planning a minor refresh or a major overhaul, this episode is packed with expert insights to help you create a space that truly reflects your style and needs. Tune in and get inspired!

Welcome to the finale episode of Arch Conversations Season 12, where we break new ground with our first-ever panel talk featuring Mark Ong (SBTG), Chooee (Streething), Tiffany (Lovage), and our esteemed host. Together, they delve into the intricate balance between cash flow and pursuing one's passion in the creative industry. From established veterans to rising talents, each panelist shares their unique journey and insights on navigating the often precarious intersection of financial stability and artistic fulfillment. As they candidly discuss the challenges and triumphs of sustaining a creative career, we're reminded that bills must be paid, but pursuing one's passion is equally indispensable. We extend our heartfelt thanks to our panel for their honesty and openness, and we invite you to join us in this engaging, boozy podcast finale, where we hope you'll find inspiration and valuable takeaways for your own creative journey.

Welcome to the second episode of Arch Conversation Season 12, where we explore the delicate equilibrium of balance with the insightful Yu Ran. Through Yu Ran's perspective, we challenge the traditional notion of balance as a two-sided scale, recognizing the unique intricacies of individuality. His honesty and openness about the struggles of balancing schedules resonated deeply with us, prompting introspection and questioning of our own definitions of balance. Yu Ran's flair for a well-lived life inspires us to embrace the journey of finding our own perfect balance, acknowledging that everyone's scale is different. We extend our gratitude to Yu Ran for bravely shedding light on his psyche, igniting a spark within us to delve deeper into our own paths toward equilibrium. Join us as we embark on this journey of self-discovery and exploration of balance in its myriad forms.

Welcome to the 12th season of Arch Conversation. In this episode, where we dive into the raw honesty of work-life balance with Elysia, co-founder of Homeground Coffee. Ely opens up about her journey through the tumultuous world of F&B startups, shedding light on the never-ending to-do lists and relentless demands. Despite the challenges, Ely's candid vulnerability shines through as she shares her experiences with a never-surrender mentality. Through her story, we discover the importance of discipline and the necessity of taking breaks for our own sanity. Join us as we celebrate Elysia's success and glean invaluable lessons on finding balance amidst the chaos of entrepreneurship.

Welcome to Arch Conversation Season 12 episode 3, where we dive into the delicate dance of alcohol balance with Ryan, co-founder of DrinkAid. As creators of an anti-hangover supplement, Ryan offers invaluable insights into the pursuit of balance when it comes to alcohol consumption. We explore the possibility of achieving equilibrium with alcohol and even experiencing better mornings after a night out. Ryan's detailed understanding of his product and the nuances of alcohol balance enriches our discussion, prompting us to reconsider our approaches to moderation and well-being. We extend our gratitude to Ryan for his candid expressions and look forward to uncovering the secrets to a healthier relationship with alcohol together. Join us as we navigate the ever-tipping scale of alcohol balance and strive for brighter mornings ahead.

Welcome to Season 11, Episode 3 of Arch Conversation! Join us for a riveting conversation with Bryan Goh as he and Steph delve into the profound topic of self-worth. In this episode, Bryan and Steph share personal stories of resilience, recounting their journeys through the challenges of bigotry as teenagers. Together, they explore the transformative power of embracing a strong sense of self-worth, emerging from adversity with newfound strength.

Join us as we sit down with Bella Koh, the inspiring founder of Slowhouse, alongside Steph, for a candid discussion on single parenthood. Together, they bravely navigate the raw emotions of loss, pain, and guilt, offering a heartfelt glimpse into their personal journeys. In this poignant episode, Bella and Steph share their path to healing and provide invaluable advice for those traversing similar paths. Tune in for a powerful conversation about resilience, growth, and the transformative power of finding solace amidst life's challenges.

Welcome to Season 11, Episode 1 of Arch Conversation! We sit down with Chooee, the visionary behind Streething, a groundbreaking media company. Chooee takes us on a riveting journey as he delves into the sacrifices and challenges he faced while building his brand, shedding light on what he had to relinquish to preserve essential relationships. Tune in to hear how this transformative experience has shaped Chooee's perspective on life, offering valuable insights into the intricate tapestry of entrepreneurship and personal growth.

Step into the vibrant world of JUNZ LOKE, co-founder of 35A, Singapore's top colorist. Discover how he forged a path in hair styling and coloring, quietly rising to the summit of his craft while relentlessly building his own empire.

Meet Vivien Ong, the captivating fusion of fashion model and passionate writer. Delve into her unique world as she shares her journey from the page to the runway, offering a glimpse into the exhilarating life of a model.

Discover the inspiring journey of THELIONCITYBOY, Singapore's multifaceted rap artist, songwriter, and producer. Join us as he unravels his path in the music industry, offering insights into his unwavering passion and the reasons that continue to fuel his creative fire.

Join us as Ivan Cheng, co-founder of Jiggy, shares his incredible journey from the bustling streets of NYC, working in the corporate world, to returning to Singapore during COVID to pioneer the city's first hard seltzer brand. Tune in for a tale of entrepreneurship, innovation, and embracing change.

Guo Jie talks to Steph about his freelance journey in architectural photography. It’s been a decade since he chose this career path and has not stopped educating and refining his skills in this field. They discuss the discipline it takes as a freelance artist to maintain a well balanced schedule and the ins and outs of spatial design.

Steph speaks to Bowen and Allan, owners of a boutique gym Sphere, a purpose driven space with a gym floor and private recovery suites that include a sauna and cold plunge pool.  Along with Favian, one of their instructors, they share how discipline is at the heart of every successful fitness journey. They will discuss the daily habits and mindset that have allowed them to build a community and help their clients achieve their goals.

Magali creates stunning pieces of ceramics underpinned by a deep passion for nature, freedom and textiles. Magali handcrafts original ceramic works in her sun-filled Bali studio, drawing inspiration from the slow-paced island tempo and vibrant natural landscape all around her. In this episode, Steph and Magali discuss the discipline required to maintain her home studio while juggling the care of two young boys and why her family decided to make the big move from NYC to Bali, three years ago.

Steph speaks with Joy, a violinist who is classically trained in music and dance from the age of four. She has performed in classical and pop concerts across a variety of local and international platforms over the past two decades. She will discuss the discipline required for her to master her craft.

Kari Tamura, co-founder of Sama Sama, a not for profit organisation aiming to improve life in Singapore for migrant workers.  Find them on Facebook

What is a woman's worth? Steph amd Narelle talk about growing up in diverse environments; wrought with challenges. They share ideals and pointers on how to navigate the world as the "un-girly" woman in her 20s and 30s respectively. 

Monique is part of the Cream Pie ID team in 2022, playing a big role in all projects within the year. She helped cultivate some pivotal SOPs and will always be considered an important person in the building of Cream Pie Interior Design. 

Tiffany's choice of media truly earns her the title of multi disciplinary, she talks to us about strengths and struggles through this fast paced industry. 

Ara is back for the second time, this time to vocalise growing up as an 8 year old. 

Someone Steph holds in high regard, Dr. Tan agreed to come on our cast to talk about pain and grief in adults and children. 

Twins, Hwee Tyng and Hwee min open up about growing up as twins, their bonds and common misconceptions

Steph sits with these two brilliant ladies Adilla and Weiling from Big Love to discuss child abuse awareness and how we can do our part as a community to keep our little ones safe. 

Steph talks about how she feels like she's lived several lifetimes at the age of 38.  She goes through each life stage and shares the lessons she learnt that has shaped who she is today.

Lynn is honest and open about why she chose to start her business and how her insecurities as a teenager has moulded her food habits and the woman she has grown into today.

Charmaine is a long time friend of Steph's, they sit down and casually talk about operating their businesses and the mental challenges they face.

Moom co-founders Mili Kale and Maya Kale talk to Steph about how and why they started their supplement company Moom. 

Jefrey talks to Steph about switching careers from IT to Furniture retail. Starting Grafunkt with his partner 14 years ago, a 400 sq foot space to a sprawling 14,000 sq foot today. 

Nauman and Steph met as neighbors in the same commercial building. From software robotics automation to live stream gaming, Nauman shares his journey and insights.

Engineer turned "person who cooks" Lennard sits down with Steph and opens up about his journey into becoming a chef. 

Steph speaks with Richard, an NFT consultant on the ins and outs of the metaverse and how you can get involved. 

Josiah is the kind of guy you have to like, it's not even an option, upon greeting him, you'll like him instantaneously and where's there not to like? He's got a good smile, humorous, good looking and talented yet humble. He sits down with Steph to share his journey through fashion arts and his career as a stylist / creator today. We fell in love with Josiah and honestly, so will you.

The Dude of SG speaks to Steph on all things AR / VR and his roadmap to building Mind Palace and DUDE.SG

As part of the Voyage To The Vulva-verse campaign, @stripsg and @twolips.vip come together with Arch Conversations and Dr Grace Huang (Dtap Clinics) have an open conversation on some vulva taboos women face growing up, what vulva care is, discuss vulva care products and why we should normalise vulva care. 

Holly has gone through many phases in life with body image. The person she is today is comfortable in her skin, glowing and above all happy. Holly and Steph talk about insecurities with body image and how they worked through it.

Martin shares with Steph the struggles of a fashion stylist, the discipline of a fitness enthusiast, staying lean at 38 years old and advise to freelancers.

Some people succeed at work but don't know how to handle life. When he made a decision to co parent and be a hands on dad, change is inevitable. Steph and Andy share a child together, were once lovers then estranged and now a modern family. Listen to them navigate co parenting and share insights on how they made it work for them.  Disclaimer: Steph and Andy's thoughts on co-parenting are their own and do not reflect on how they feel about co-parenting objectively. They recognise that every scenario is different but hope to shed hope for those who don't see how co-parenting works out in their favour.

Steph spoke with Yang in her home studio on how Yang slowly mastered the tools of her trade, how she manages time in order to achieve balance and how YouTrip has become her go-to for online overseas expenditure.  YouTrip is the best shopping card for your favourite international online shopping sites like Taobao, Amazon, iHerb and more! Enjoy the best exchange rates and no fees when you pay in any supported 150+ currencies. Get started with free S$5 when you apply for YouTrip with promo code . Valid till 31 October 2021

Jasmine is always –– always spritely. Even when she's depicting a very traumatic scenario, she does it with a cadence in her voice like that of a dancer taking center stage solo. She takes on challenges with a strategic and pragmatic approach. Listen to how she channels her way through this pandemic for Lab Studios while having a baby at the same time.

Steph speaks with one of her role models Lum May Yee. May packed her bags for hong kong in the 90s to pursue her modelling career, came back years later went corporate, fell in love got married, has two boys. Her life is still non stop but Steph believes she balances it all out effortlessly. If you are in need of a little motivation today, listen to May.