CHRISTELL LUXURY WELLNESS
Two to three decades ago, I was part of Sri Lanka’s thriving hairdressing and beauty sector but I felt drawn to explore new avenues
CEYLON COLD STORES AND KEELLS FOOD PRODUCTS
In the Consumer Food Sector (CFS), creating an inclusive workplace starts with strong leadership where we have around 25
ANANTARA
The top three aspects that make Anantara Peace Haven special are its natural environment, characterised by a protected
COMMERCIAL DESIGN
It was April 2023 when the initial meetings took place to conceptualise the opening of the restaurant, during which I sprang
FEATURE
CURATING 88 ACRES THE WATAPULUWA HOUSING SCHEME by MINNETTE DE SILVA BY Sharmini Pereira |…
HOUSE & DESIGN
This adaptive reuse project converted an abandoned factory that was used to make handmade toys into a home for the architect. The land was initially
FOREWORD
REFLECTIONS ON MINNETTE DE SILVA THE DOYENNE OF ASIAN MODERNISMThere are very few female architects who have…
CO-EDITOR’S NOTE
PAYING TRIBUTESHOULD BYGONES BE LEFT BYGONES OR RECORDED FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS?It is not easy to…
EDITORIAL
A simple web search consisting of the key words ‘female,’ ‘architect’ and ‘Sri Lanka’ will immediately flood your page with references and articles related
ELPITIYA PLANTATIONS
Since its inception, the company has undergone a vast transformation, strategically investing in technology and diversifying its operations to create long-term value
JAT HOLDINGS
Over the past two decades, JAT has embarked on an impressive journey of expansion, establishing itself as a prominent player in the market. Beginning in Bangladesh
PRINTCARE
The foremost trend in packaging over the last decade is the demand for sustainable packaging solutions. Consumers are increasingly looking
FIRST CAPITAL HOLDINGS
FIRST CAPITAL TREASURIES
The fact that interest rates went up significantly – to over 30 percent, due to fears of domestic debt restructuring
PRIME LANDS RESIDENCIES
Several issues must be mitigated, starting with talent migration, which will lead to a shortage of talented workers in most industries. Sri Lanka must also address
PAN ASIA BANKING CORPORATION
Our bank has been strong in business banking – especially SME and retail banking. These were the areas we have been targeting
CIC HOLDINGS
CIC Holdings has a rich legacy spanning almost six decades in Sri Lanka, incorporated as part of Imperial Chemical Industries (ICI) of the UK in 1964 to supply chemicals
SEYLAN BANK
Seylan Bank experienced a favourable year, performing well despite economic challenges. Our focus this year centred on preserving our net interest margins
AITKEN SPENCE
Aitken Spence has expanded its business presence in 10 countries; and through those different biz ventures, we have given Sri Lanka a platform to promote
NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT BANK
It is emerging from major setbacks over the past several years at a gratifyingly fast pace. It’s encouraging to see macroeconomic stability being regained
JOHN KEELLS HOLDINGS
Sri Lanka remained resilient and made notable progress in implementing difficult but much needed economic and structural reforms. In response, domestic
