ENGAGING MIDDLE GROUND_ Located on the ground floor of The Standard Singapore, the Cafe Standard with its indoor and outdoor seating is designed to be seamless extension of the reception lobby, as well as a preamble to the lush garden courtyard beyond - creating an engaging middle ground between inside and outside experiences.
Anchored by a sculptural bar detailed with clam shell display shelves, the soaring Cafe space adjoins the entrance reception and naturally frames the dramatic view into the greenery and patio beyond. Custom-designed ‘orbiting’ lights, akin to a spatial art installation, extend from brass rods into the different corners of the space, helping to create a sense of human scale amidst the tall slender space. Mid-century modern inspired custom furniture pieces are nestled within the timber fluted columns, creating a variety of cozy seating nooks to enjoy light bites and a cocktail from.
Approaching the lighting design with an installation art like attitude, 'orbiting' lights were custom designed and manufactured to encompass the space, navigating between the large structural columns.
Transforming from day, evening and on to the night, the Cafe's atmosphere and mood responds to varying amounts of daylight with curated interior lighting and a soundtrack to suit shifting moods.
Experentially laid back, welcoming and chill, the Cafe's mood can also cater to live event hosting and high energy occasions via an integrated sound system and a cantilevered deejay counter.
"As a hotel, The Standard, Singapore brings together the signature style of the brand, however, the design is individual, responding to its place and local context. On show is authenticity that ensures this a unique project that feels very much at home in its urban environment. Simply put, this is a winning design."
WINNER, Best Social Space, 2025 at INDE Awards, Australia
The Standard Singapore has garnered 18 international design awards, of which 10 are Top-of-Category awards:
1. Winner, The Social Space, 2025 at INDE Awards, Australia
2. Winner, Interior Design, Hospitality: Hotel and Resort, 2025 at Built Design Awards, Switzerland
3. Winner, Hotel, 2025 at FX Design Awards, United Kingdom
4. Winner, Excellence in Interior Architecture, 2025 at German Design Awards, Germany
5. Winner, Top 100 New Hotels in the World, 2026 at Ahead Awards, United Kingdom
6. Luminary, Best in Hospitality Design, Hotel Communal Space, 2025 at Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA), Singapore
7. Gold, Best in Hospitality Design, Hotel Communal Space, 2025 at Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA), Singapore
8. Gold, Hotel Space, 2025 at Asia Pacific Interior Design Awards, Hong Kong
9. Gold, Best Hotel, 2025 at Perspective A&D Awards, Hong Kong
10. Gold, Hospitality Interior Design for Hotels & Resorts, 2025 at IDA Design Awards, USA
11. Silver, Hospitality Interior Design for Restaurants, 2025 at IDA Design Awards, USA
12. Silver, Best in F&B Design, Restaurants, 2025 at Singapore Interior Design Awards (SIDA), Singapore
13. Silver, Hotel, 2025 at FRAME Awards, Netherlands
14. Finalist, Restaurant, 2025 at AHEAD ASIA Awards, Singapore
15. Finalist, Lobby Upscale, 2025 at Gold Key Awards, New York
16. Finalist, Restaurant Upscale, 2025 at Gold Key Awards, New York
17. Honoree, Hotel, 2025 at ID Best of Year Awards, New York
18. Longlist, Interior - Hotel & Short-Stay Interior, 2025 at Dezeen Awards, United Kingdom
“Described as Superb! This project is full of unexpected features that are really cool. The design offered a series of well executed, layered experiences that unfold from space to space, each revealing a new and unexpected artful moment. Throughout the space there are areas of whimsical design and Instagram opportunities as well as memorable locations for a fun destination.”
FX Design Award, United Kingdom, 2025
"Lush greenery creates a distinctive, authentic atmosphere, connecting The Standard Singapore with the city’s identity as a Garden City. The powerful interplay of timeless modernity, bespoke furniture and charismatic details such as the terrarium reception and suspended plants shapes its character. Outstanding is the subtle balance between strong design and emotional impact—a compelling example of relevant, characterful interior architecture at the highest level."
German Design Awards, Germany, 2025
“Their (MOD’s) ability to move fluidly across disciplines enabled the realisation of a cohesive and compelling product. From Kaya to the guestrooms, each space reflects a distinct identity that captures The Standard’s brand ethos, infused with MOD’s signature design sensibility.”
Chayadi Karim, Principal, Invictus Development (Client)
