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Today, let’s celebrate the life of a remarkable person who touched each of our hearts in unique ways.

As we remember our beloved Charles Stephen Ramachandran/CharlieBoy who was not only a talented hairdresser but also a passionate yoga instructor and gifted artist (plus a mean sugee cake baker and great tailor) we reflect on the vibrant energy he brought into our world.

In his work, Charles transformed not just hair, but lives—helping people feel confident, beautiful, and truly seen. He had this gift for making others shine, for emphasizing the beauty that exists within each of us.

His artistry was not limited to the salon; it extended into every canvas he touched, leaving behind vibrant and evocative pieces that spoke to the deep emotions we all share. Each stroke of his brush echoed his spirit—expressive, colourful and undeniably full of life.

As a yoga instructor, he taught many of us the importance of mindfulness, balance, and connection. We were reminded to breathe, to find peace within ourselves, and to embrace the beauty of our own journeys.

Charles showed us that strength comes in many forms—sometimes in the quiet moments of stillness and reflection, and sometimes in the boldness of self-expression.

And perhaps most importantly, he showed us the power of love. Love for himself, love for his craft, and love for each of us. In a world that can sometimes feel divided, Charlie Boy taught us to celebrate authenticity and to live fully and unapologetically.

As we grieve his passing, let us also celebrate the joy he brought into our lives. Let us carry forward his legacy of love, creativity, and acceptance. May we remember to support one another, to uplift each other, and to embrace the diverse tapestry of life that Charles so beautifully embodied.

Today, we honour not just a life lived, but a life that inspired. May his spirit continue to guide us as we navigate our own paths.

Fly high with Aunty Margaret & Uncle Stephen, our dear son of Pulau Tikus❤️

Those growing up with Charles in Pulau Tikus remember walking through this field with him and our dear Nigel, in front of the home of their beloved Nanny Jo

Charles will rest in the parlour of the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Pulau Tikus in Penang from this evening until his farewell funeral mass tomorrow

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The sea-fronting colonial mansions along Penang’s Millionaire’s Row (Jalan Sultan Ahmad Shah) have never failed to impress visitors and locals with their distinct architecture and stories of the well-heeled, their lawn parties and a time where social etiquette and classy ways ruled the day.

The Ng Mansion has morphed into Lava Mansion and is today a space for events, a clothing atelier and food & beverage outlet

If there is one thing which stands out with all properties along this stretch (which include homes, a university, palace, condominium, a private club, restaurants, corporate buildings and a hotel and school) is the amazing views they offer from their sea-fronting addresses.

Lava Mansion is the newest kid on the block and functions as a multi-usage space. A boutique hotel is expected to make its debut on the grounds of the two-acre grounds by year-end, and there are also talks of a wellness space in the works.

The four-storey property with an adjoining British-inspired two-level mews (comprising servants’ quarters with garages below) boasts beautiful and expansive lawns and a sea-fronting pavillion (which will soon be featured as a bar), was the stately home of an illustrious Penang family. The clever use of space (with a forward-thinking elevator installed by its owners) tells a tale of a family home in the true sense of the word, where generations enjoyed the fresh breezes, stunning sunrises and sunsets and most likely even fun rounds of mahjong with family and friends.

The mansion’s custodian and business operator, Daniel Chee, is obviously a foodie who takes his menus seriously and is not afraid to get his chefs to experiment in the kitchen.

His designer wife Vivian is looking forward to welcoming her patrons to her atelier on the first floor, which commands a grand view of Kedah Peak and the fishing boats bobbing around the northern shore.