In an exclusive collaboration, Singapore fine jewellery house State Property partners with coffee technology label MORNING to transform three coffee machines into handcrafted, mother-of-pearl art pieces, auctioned to support Rainbow Centre.

There is a subtle magic in the objects that anchor our daily routines. When local artistry meets functional design, everyday moments — like brewing that very first cup of espresso — can transform into something extraordinary.

In a collision of worlds, Singaporean fine jewellery house State Property and homegrown coffee technology brand MORNING have announced an exclusive charity collaboration. Bringing the intricate precision of haute joaillerie to luxury home appliances, the two design powerhouses have reimagined three MORNING coffee machines as one-of-a-kind art pieces. Hand-inlaid with iridescent mother-of-pearl, the machines are being auctioned online from 14 to 25 October 2026, with 100% of the full proceeds benefiting Rainbow Centre.

Born From a Bedtime Story

The inspiration behind this collaboration traces back to an unlikely design muse: a three-year-old’s imagination.

To mark State Property’s tenth anniversary, co-founders Afzal Imran and Lin Ruiyin launched The Story of Everything, a fine jewellery collection rooted in a whimsical bedtime tale spun by their son, Mika. In his story, a young explorer journeys through the cosmos alongside a companion named Captain Lime, looping around winding railroads, swooshing past glowing toadstools, and searching for a golden egg.

“The Story of Everything began with our son telling us about a world that existed entirely in his imagination,” shares Lin Ruiyin, Co-founder of State Property. “We loved the freedom in the way he told it; there were no rules about where the story could go or what belonged together. That sense of possibility became such an important part of the collection, and it has been wonderful to see it take on another life through our collaboration with MORNING.”

Translating precious metals and gemstone motifs onto sleek, dark coffee machines required an exacting touch. Over countless hours, artisans individually hand-inlaid iridescent mother-of-pearl into each machine, grounding Mika’s playful universe into three distinct forms.

A Tale of Three Machines

Each of the three bespoke coffee machines captures a distinct motif from The Story of Everything collection and is available to view in person across key lifestyle destinations in Singapore throughout the auction window:

1. The Railroad

• The Inspiration: In Mika’s imaginative tale, the tracks loop, double back, and lead into uncharted territory – a reminder that life’s best routes are rarely straight.

• The Craft: Hand-laid mother-of-pearl tracks wind across both side panels of the MORNING machine, striking a balance between meticulous geometry and playful movement.

• Where to View: Displayed at MORNING @ New Bahru (46 Kim Yam Road, #01-13, Singapore 239351).

• Starting Bid: S$1,350 (bid increments of S$50).

2. The Toadstool

• The Inspiration: Inspired by an imagined planet covered in bioluminescent mushrooms, this piece pares down the form to its most essential pattern.

• The Craft: Circular mother-of-pearl inlays are set against the machine’s matte black surface, reflecting natural light to give the cap pattern a subtle, organic glow.

• Where to View: Displayed at MORNING @ Takashimaya S.C. (391 Orchard Road, #B1-30A, Singapore 238872).

• Starting Bid: S$1,250 (bid increments of S$50).

3. The Cosmic Egg

• The Inspiration: Representing origins and celestial light, this motif draws from the star-like gemstone settings featured in State Property’s anniversary collection.

• The Craft: Repeating starburst motifs crafted from mother-of-pearl span across the machine’s body, resembling a shifting night sky as ambient light passes over the iridescent shell.

• Where to View: Displayed at State Property Boutique (391 Orchard Road, #03-09B Takashimaya S.C., Singapore 238872).

• Starting Bid: S$1,150 (bid increments of S$50).

 

Craftsmanship with Purpose: Supporting Rainbow Centre

Beyond celebrating local creativity, the project carries a profound purpose. All full proceeds raised from the online auction will go directly to Rainbow Centre, an organisation that has worked alongside children and adults with disabilities and their families for nearly forty years.

“The stronger story is two Singapore-born design brands, working in completely different mediums, but sharing an obsession with objects, craft and everyday rituals,” notes Leon Foo, Co-Founder & CEO of MORNING.

Echoing this sentiment, Peng Hai Ying, Executive Director of Rainbow Centre, Singapore, adds: “We are delighted that State Property and MORNING have chosen Rainbow Centre as the beneficiary of this unique collaboration. It is a wonderful example of how creativity, craftsmanship and purpose can come together to create social impact. Beyond the funds raised, initiatives like these help build greater visibility and understanding of the importance of inclusion for persons with disabilities.”

Auction Details & How to Bid

Design collectors and coffee enthusiasts in Singapore and beyond can place their bids online or visit the physical displays to view the mother-of-pearl detailing up close before the auction closes.

• Auction Dates: 14 to 25 October 2026

• Auction Platform: Bidding is hosted online via airauctioneer.com/state-property-x-morning or by scanning the QR code at any of the display locations.

• Public Viewing Locations in Singapore:

  • State Property Boutique: #03-09B Takashimaya S.C. (On display: The Cosmic Egg)

  • MORNING Takashimaya S.C.: #B1-30A Takashimaya Shopping Centre (On display: The Toadstool)

  • MORNING New Bahru: #01-13, 46 Kim Yam Road (On display: The Railroad)

To learn more about the collaboration, visit thisisstateproperty.com