A city of contrasts: where old-world kelongs meet sci-fi towers, & hawker aunties dish out Michelin flavours

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Singapore

<p>Tombalek, a woodworking and glassblowing workshop, was founded by Mr Kung, a self-taught craftsman. When Mr Kung first learnt how to make his own chairs, it was actually off YouTube videos! He believes that everyone has an inner craftsperson - it just requires a lot of hard work and time to create a beautiful piece. He believes that the hard work is worthwhile though as you won't be able to buy the finished piece in any shop, and you'll have a closer connection to it after spending time making it. </p>

Tombalek

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Kung Guangjun

Tombalek, a woodworking and glassblowing workshop, was founded by Mr Kung, a self-taught craftsman. When Mr Kung first learnt how to make his own chairs, it was actually off YouTube videos! He believes that everyone has an inner craftsperson - it just requires a lot of hard work and time to create a beautiful piece. He believes that the hard work is worthwhile though as you won't be able to buy the finished piece in any shop, and you'll have a closer connection to it after spending time making it. 