Polo & More, Singapore 2017 Polo & More, Singapore 2017 | Page 98

“Aura: a distinctive and pervasive
quality or character; air;
atmosphere.”
Gallery building, whilst spiraling from the high ceiling are two sculptures
by Grace Tan, each finished in violet and gold metallic. However, the décor
pales against the outstanding view of the Padang parkland, a collection of
the city’s historic buildings and the dazzling Marina Bay Sands’ light show
and skyline, which maps out below.
The 90-seater restaurant itself incorporates Italian accents like
mirrored tiles and brass wall sconces, a highly polished bar and low-angled
lighting, all evocative of a Roman bar. Of special note is the museum-worthy
furniture – in particular, the Uragano contemporary whicker chair, which
boasts a counterpart in a permanent exhibit at New York’s Museum of
Modern Art.
All whilst sitting atop the iconic gallery space that houses some of the
greatest exhibitions from international and local artists.
“Location has always played a big part in inspiring our concepts, while
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his extraordinary dining space from renowned restaurateur, Beppe
De Vito, encompasses that ama la vita, that special Italian energy
which makes Aura a perfect name for one of the go-to restaurants
in Singapore.
Spanning across a glorious 9,000 feet of the highest two floors of The
National Gallery, the concept combines a Sky Lounge and lower level dining
space. Upstairs, you can enjoy a cocktail in plush surroundings, sitting at
the marbled bar customized to incorporate colonial motifs found within the
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