A Purpose In Place

With the recent reopening of wanderlust, 8m real estate founder and managing director ashish manchharam proves once again he has got the golden touch when it comes to reinvigorating old buildings for the new age

- Zara Zhuang

Stepping from Dickson Road into the recently reopened Wanderlust offers welcome respite from the afternoon heat: The shady entryway opens into an expansive lobby, where the furniture is comfortable, the color palette soothing, and the atmosphere inviting — it’s tasteful and sophisticated but in no way grandiose.

“We’ve received a lot of intrigue, particularly during renovation, and positive support from the Jalan Besar community, and the reaction from our very first guests, both local and international, has been really encouraging,” says Mr. Ashish Manchharam, founder and managing director of 8M Real Estate, which launched the accommodation concept. Despite the unexpected COVID-19 situation exerting a negative impact on its opening, Wanderlust has seen an uptick in staycation guests, he adds. “And what better spot to explore than the vibrant neighborhood of Little India?”