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Three one-of-a-kind coffee machines inspired by a child’s imagination are going under the hammer, with all proceeds supporting Rainbow Centre in Singapore.
What happens when fine jewellery craftsmanship meets the everyday ritual of making coffee? In Singapore, the result is an unexpected collaboration that brings together thoughtful design, a child’s imagination and a meaningful charitable cause. Homegrown fine jewellery house State Property and coffee technology company MORNING have joined forces to create three limited-edition coffee machines inspired by State Property’s The Story of Everything jewellery collection.
Each machine features intricate, hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl designs inspired by a fantastical world imagined by a three-year-old boy. The three creations will be auctioned online from 14 to 25 October 2026, with 100% of the proceeds going to Rainbow Centre. Beyond their striking designs, the collaboration tells a story about creativity, family and the importance of creating opportunities for people of different abilities.
A child’s imagination inspires an extraordinary collaboration
The inspiration behind this collaboration is particularly heartwarming. The Story of Everything began not in a design studio, but during a bedtime storytelling session involving State Property co-founders Afzal Imram and Lin Ruiyin’s then three-year-old son, Mika. In Mika’s imaginary universe, a young boy travels through the cosmos alongside his companion, Captain Lime. Together, they navigate looping railroads, encounter glowing toadstools and embark on an adventure in search of a golden egg.
What started as a child’s imaginative tale eventually became the foundation of State Property’s The Story of Everythingjewellery collection, which also celebrates the brand’s tenth anniversary. The collection embraces the freedom of childhood creativity, where ordinary rules do not apply and even the most unexpected ideas can become something beautiful. For this collaboration, three motifs from Mika’s imaginary world have been reinterpreted on MORNING coffee machines, with mother-of-pearl inlays carefully applied by hand.
“The Story of Everything began with our son telling us about a world that existed entirely in his imagination. We loved the freedom in the way he told it; there were no rules about where the story could go or what belonged together,” shared Lin Ruiyin, Co-founder of State Property.
The collaboration also reflects the shared design philosophy of two Singapore-born brands working in different industries. While State Property specialises in fine jewellery, MORNING focuses on elevating the coffee-making experience through technology and design.
Meet the three one-of-a-kind coffee machines
The collection comprises three individually designed MORNING coffee machines, each inspired by a different element of Mika’s imagined universe. Every piece is unique, combining the functionality of a coffee machine with the intricacy of fine jewellery craftsmanship.
Each of the three coffee machines takes its design from a motif within The Story of Everything, translated from State Property’s jewellery into hand-laid mother-of-pearl.
Each of the three one-of-a-kind MORNING coffee machines brings a different element of Mika’s imaginative universe to life through intricate, hand-inlaid mother-of-pearl detailing. The Railroad features winding tracks that stretch across both sides of the machine, reflecting the playful twists and unexpected journeys of a child’s imagination.
The Toadstool draws inspiration from a fantastical planet filled with glowing mushrooms, featuring delicate mother-of-pearl patterns against a sleek black surface that shimmer as they catch the light. Meanwhile, The Cosmic Egg takes inspiration from the celestial motifs of State Property’s jewellery collection, with intricate, star-like mother-of-pearl details adorning the side panels to resemble a night sky. Together, the three designs transform everyday coffee machines into functional works of art, celebrating creativity, craftsmanship and the beauty of looking at ordinary objects through a child’s eyes.
A collaboration that gives back to the community
While the machines themselves are beautiful design pieces, the initiative carries a larger purpose. All proceeds from the charity auction will support Rainbow Centre, a Singapore organisation that provides programmes and services for children and adults with disabilities and their families. For nearly four decades, Rainbow Centre has worked towards creating opportunities for persons with disabilities to learn, grow and participate meaningfully in society.
The partnership is particularly fitting given the origins of The Story of Everything, a collection rooted in a child’s imagination and the belief that every individual’s perspective has value.
“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,” said Peng Hai Ying, Executive Director of Rainbow Centre, Singapore.
She added that beyond raising funds, collaborations like these also help increase awareness and understanding of inclusion for persons with disabilities. The initiative demonstrates how businesses can extend their creative expertise beyond traditional products to support causes that make a difference in the community.
How to participate in the State Property x MORNING charity auction
The online auction runs from 14 to 25 October 2026, with bidding open to those interested in owning one of these exclusive creations.
- Auction dates: 14–25 October 2026
- Starting bids: starting at S$1,150 for The Cosmic Egg, S$1,250 for The Toadstool and S$1,350 for The Railroad (bid increments of S$50
- Bid increments: S$50
- Beneficiary: Rainbow Centre
Visit the online charity auction
Throughout the auction period, the three machines will be on display across State Property and MORNING locations in Singapore, where visitors can view each piece in person and place their bids by scanning the accompanying QR code.
- State Property Boutique: 391 Orchard Road, #03-09B Takashimaya S.C. Singapore 238872 | On display: The Cosmic Egg
- MORNING at Takashimaya S.C.: 391 Orchard Road, #B1-30A, Takashimaya Shopping Centre, Singapore 238872 | On display: The Toadstool
- MORNING at New Bahru: 46 Kim Yam Road, #01-13, Singapore 239351 | On display: The Railroad
For more information on the State Property x MORNING collaboration, follow @thisisstateproperty on Instagram.
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