Born in Colour

Mid-century furniture with Japanese, Korean and retro-inspired collections.

Born in Colour is a Singapore furniture store at Tan Boon Liat Building specialising in mid-century furniture and interiors. Its site highlights clean lines, organic curves, warm wood tones and a mix of sofas, TV consoles, sideboards, dining sets, cabinets and storage. Collections include Fika Swedish, Seio, Nova Retro, CODA and Giormani sofa lines, with online shopping and an in-stock section for faster delivery. The brand also lists free assembly, quick shipping, a price guarantee and showroom service, making it approachable for design-conscious buyers.

THEBESTSG STAFF REVIEW

Born in Colour is worth considering if your home leans mid-century, Japandi or retro-modern. The Tan Boon Liat showroom gives it credibility beyond the website, and customer testimonials highlight patient service and distinctive pieces that differ from mainstream stores. We like it for compact cabinets, sofas, consoles and storage with a softer retro look. The trade-off is style range: if you prefer ultra-minimal, industrial or classic European furniture, the catalogue may feel narrower than larger multi-brand retailers.

WHY THEY MADE THEBEST SG

It brings a clear mid-century point of view at approachable prices, with showroom access and collections that suit compact Singapore interiors.

The editors' scorecard - 81/100

Unique Service Proposition17/20
Quality of Service16/20
Accessibility16/20
Value for Money17/20
Innovation15/20