To these great talents, dedicated spaces are de rigueur for inspiration, creativity, solace, reflection and bursts of innate talent materialised. The Peak explores the rarely-seen domains of some of Malaysia’s top artists; spaces that range from light-filled and modern to busy and bright, with each singularly expressing the owner’s commitment to creation, observation and, above all, sheer beauty.
As the Creative Director of Green & Associates (HK) Ltd, there is no denying that CL Lam is passionate about all things to do with sustainable design, ecology and the effective use of materials. In this month’s issue, he explains to The Peak the challenges of promoting sustainable design in Asia that not only sells, but also delivers on its virtuous message.
Kerry Taylor, Senior Vice President, Youth and Music for Viacom International Media Networks, shares her thoughts about MTV, motherhood and making connections with millennials.
They share similar traits: hard-working, intelligent and the ability to reinvent themselves when the need arises. Yet, their personalities differ even as they headlined last year’s shortlist for the EY Woman Entrepreneur Of The Year award. Their experiences are perfect examples of simplifying life even as they expand their businesses regionally and globally. They are loving wives and doting mothers, each one an awesome woman who has decided that what they treasure most is to build their lives around core values that matter and understand that life’s a journey, not a destination.
Janet Yap, Country Managing Director of Accenture Malaysia, tells Michael Oh how ONE OF the world’s largest consulting firm stays ahead of the competition and why Princess Leia inspires her.
Celebrating a landmark event like a tercentenary is one to remember, for sure. The Peak accompanies Martell, the oldest of the great cognac houses, for a 72-hour immersion into the ultimate expression of French l’art de vivre.
Okan Karagöl, Commercial Director of Victor Mayer, explains the secret of the manufacture’s longevity as well as the art of making beautiful things.
Sometimes, we need a quick break to interrupt the trudge of monotony. Whether it’s a spot of shopping, the chance to absorb some history or just an idyll in the sun, here are some nearby destinations that are perfect for a brief escapade.
Some hobbies come with an exaggeratedly expensive price tag, while others are more of a personal pursuit towards accomplishing a lifetime goal. But, if there’s one thing that these top executives all share, it would be the luxury of being able to spend quality time to pursue one’s passions.
A most unpredictable medium, watercolour remains one of the art world’s greatest challenges. But, for masters like Chang Fee Ming, it is like casting veritable magic on canvas. The Peak speaks to him prior to his Christie’s exhibition, Chang Fee Ming: Weaving the World in Watercolour, to be held in Hong Kong this month.
Silverlake Axis’ Group Executive Chairman, Goh Peng Ooi, is Malaysia’s first tech billionaire. As an entrepreneur, Goh is inspirational; as an intellectual, however, he is peerless.
