Creative Home X » issue 059/089

Changing The Rules

Creative Home X — Mon, 16 May 2011 03:00:52 +0000

16 May 2011,
As an innovative brand, Lucell is not contented with merely manufacturing a product. The brand seeks to challenge the common perception of safe with its superior design for the benefit of users. Here are examples of two innovative use of Lucell safes.

Safe has to be kept in a secret place
The conventional design of safe makes it instantly recognisable for its function of protecting valuables. Most of the time, new safe buyers will think carefully about the location for their safes, preferably to be placed at some cleverly concealed locations.

With LuCell safe, you can proudly displays it even in your living room, free for all to see. Not that they will know it’s a safe if you don’t tell. The elegant design makes it possible for the safe to be used as a side table or an embellishment for your living space.

Safe is used to keep money and jewellery
There are many things that can be considered valuable. By that, we mean more than just money and jewellery. There are many other things that are not necessarily valuable per se but they have a value for the owners for various reasons. Such items include works of art, antique objects, letters and even photos. You can also keep important documents such as certificates or passports in it.

Recognizing the importance of the various uses of safe, LuCell incorporates functional design in the interior of its safe. Some of the designs include internal drawers, glass shelves and light to help keep your valuable items organized. Other additional storage solution includes jewellery tray, card holder and key hanger.

Info
Head Office:
IR KOREA DECO SDN BHD
59 – B, Jalan Desa Bakti, Taman Desa,
58100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel
+603-7987 7989
+6012-388 2745
Email
info@lucell.com.my
Website
www.lucell.com.my

Save The Environment Save Energy

Creative Home X — Fri, 06 May 2011 03:00:12 +0000

6 April 2011,
And that’s what E2SAVER is doing for you.

Energy efficiency is the key word in today’s era of environmental concern. In addition to that, it is also affecting consumers in a personal way as it helps reduce the energy bill. If you are looking for something to help you save energy, E2SAVER is the answer for you. In the market since 2006, it’s easy to install and help save up to 40% of your electricity bill. There is no need to hack walls, make minor renovations, or buy any accessories. All you need to do is plug E2SAVER into any 13A 3-pin power outlet nearest to the distribution box (fuse box).

Life expectancy of the E2SAVER is a minimum of 8 years at a usage of 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In some cases, the life of the E2SAVER can be prolonged, for example in the office as the unit can be turned off when it’s not in use. Perhaps the most attractive offer for E2SAVER is their 60 days money back guarantee and a three year warranty against all defects including lightning strikes.
Tips on ENERGY SAVING
Most of us probably know these but never or seldom practice it. Try it now and see the difference in your bills.
1. Switch off the lights and turn off other electrical equipments when not in use.
2. Use compact energy saving light bulbs. Try to use natural light whenever possible during the day.
3. Always clean the air conditioner filters. Efficient ventilation reduces energy usage.
4. If possible, use fans for relief from hot weather. Fans cost much less to run than air-conditioners.
5. Use E2 ENERGY SAVER. It increase energy efficiency and help save electricity bill.

Info
Dasar Induk Sdn. Bhd.
No. 12B-2, Jalan PJS 8/10,
Dataran Mentari, 46150 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.

TEL +603 5630 0886
EMAIL admin@e2saver.com.my
FAX +603 5630 1886
WEBSITE www.e2saver.com.my

Saving Energy Silently

Creative Home X — Tue, 03 May 2011 03:00:25 +0000

3 May 2011,
Joven i70p is an energy-saving water heater while maintaining its excellent function of providing a satisfying shower.

JOVEN, the pioneer of electric water heaters in Malaysia, has been the favourite choice for many households in Malaysia.

JOVEN has been producing water heaters that are not only sleek in design, but also highly functional with uncompromised safety features. This award-winning brand is continuously developing innovative yet practical products to meet the ever-changing demands of consumers.

Innovative Features Of Joven I70p
Inverter Booster Pump

• Low power consumption – saves up tp 50% in electricity consumption
• Noise Reduction Technology – Quiet Operation (Below 40dB)
• Built-in Electronic Thermal Sensor
Shower Mode
• 5 types of spray available – Maxi, Mixed, Wide, Medium and Jet

After-Sales Service
• Professional and good after-sales service assured
• Door-to-door service available
• Good availability of spare parts
One Touch Button & Innovative FCF Valve
• Convenience easy one-touch button and volume filter to control water volume in high water pressure.
• Built-in Filter
• Water Saving
Colour Casing
• Red, Gold, Black, Blue, Silver
Safety Features
• Thermostat with safety cut-out
• Surge Protector

Info
JOVEN MARKETING SDN. BHD.
Lot 2829, Jalan Sungai Kelkati 32/148
OFF Jalan Sri Gambut, Seksyen 32
40460 Shah Alam, Selangor
Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
Tel
+603-5162 6633
Fax
+603-5162 3636
Website
www.joven-electric.com

A Mouthful Of Delicious & A Majestic Restoration

Creative Home X — Sun, 01 May 2011 03:00:11 +0000

1 May 2011,
A Mouthful Of Delicious
In all my years of living in Bangsar, a burger joint most often visited is McDonalds that offers my meals fast, simple and with familiarity. But little did I know how much I have been missing out on until today where a decision to change my ways of habit has altered the way I look at burgers ever again.

Tucked away in the little corner of Bangsar Village 1’s lower ground floor resides The Daily Grind. The eatery that was established in December 2008 was previously a dark yet cozy little spot serving up delectable gourmet burgers until its revamp in September 2010. Although just moving to a opposite unit in the shopping mall, The Daily Grind has gone through a total revamp in the interior, logo and widening the selection in its menu.
The diner, though smaller but longer than the previous unit, is impossible to miss. The new look it carries loud and proud is fun, spunky and an eclectic mixture of modern lighting installations with slightly retro styled floor tiles and dining sets. It exudes a similarity to diners back in the 1950’s where you’ll expect your waitresses to usher you to your seats in roller skates. The revised logo arrests interest almost immediately – though simple it explains fully what The Daily Grind is all about and more. Accompanying the savory dishes is the off-the-wall fire-engine red mock pipelines against white bricked walls, the palette of coloured chairs and counter sofas which all contribute to an environment that is perfect to lounge.
The layout of The Daily Grind is purposely smooth, casually divided into three different areas; a row for the non-fussy walk-ins, the smoking area and bar and a room towards the back which is ideal for any event, birthday party or intimate gathering of up to 20 friends. The latter two receives most of the warm sunlight streaming in by the floor to ceiling glass doors which allows patrons to enjoy the view of Jalan Telawi or the other way around for curious passerby’s.

The extensive menu carries a wide variation for meat lovers, but not excluding those who prefer salads and seafood. But the specialty being burgers, patrons can dig into delicious juicy succulent beef or chicken patties that are made out of 180grams of pure meat with no fillers, topped with a healthier option of wheat bread. Our meal began with a Mexican favorite of Stuffed Jalapeño Peppers with almond cream cheese and sinfully cold creamy glasses of Malt Peanut Butter Milkshake, Bailey’s and Chocolate Milkshake and Espresso Milkshake, where we learnt after slurping through a huge straw that all the milkshakes are made with pure cream and ice-cream (which does make it a meal on its own for those who eat like birds!).

The luscious burgers had our mouths watering the minute it was served on our table, accompanied with a serving of fried and salad. The Japanese Yodel Burger is smothered with cheese fondue sauce, sautéed mushroom and topped with Portobello mushrooms while the slightly more refined Foie Gras Burger is generously topped with pan seared foie gras over a juicy beef patty with balsamic palm sugar glaze. There are also a long list of mains to choose from such as the Slow Cooked Lamb Stew that is meltingly tender lamb pieces braised in a dark and rich gravy of herbs and tomatoes and served with creamy mashed potatoes or the O’megal Salmon, a healthy think slice of pan-seared salmon steak with a light and tasty sun dried tomato sauce. Making every dish from scratch from the selection of quality and fresh raw food, a must try is the tomato and chili ketchup as it’s homemade and tastes like an explosion of natural fruits with each bite.

Irregardless of the time of day, there’s something for everyone at anytime at The Daily Grind. After all, nobody in their right mind will have the willpower to say no to some serious soul food that fills both the stomach and soul.

Info
THE DAILY GRIND
LG8 Lower Ground
Bangsar Village, 1 Jalan Telawi 1,
Bangsar Baru 59100,
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Open Hours
from 11am – 11pm daily
Tel
+603-2287 6708
Fax
+603-2287 6707
Email
burgers@thedailygrind.com.my
Website
www.thedailygrind.com.my

A Majestic Restoration
You know the moment you arrive at the New Majestic Hotel, in a renovated shop house in historic Chinatown, that you’ve set foot in a design hotel, a far cry from the same old big name chains.

Located in Singapore’s Chinatown, this pre-war art deco 1928-vintage building was made over by a young lwayer turned hotelier and owner Loh Lik Peng who is also responsible for the award winning Hotel 1929. While the charming old colonial façade of the original hotel and shop houses have been maintained, the interior and ornaments used are anything but boring.

It’s a perfect marriage between what was old and the new, New Majestic Hotel is both design savvy and amusingly unique. With 30 stunning rooms individually designed by emerging local artists of varying talent such as Safaruddin Abdul Hamid aka Dyn, Andre Tan, Lee Meiling, Heleston Chew, Tay Bee Ate, Kng Mian Tze, Miguel Chew, Sandra Lee and Justin Lee. Pay what you choose from the four special room types that is the Mirror Room, The Hanging Bed Room, The Aquarium Room and The Loft Room.

The mix of vintage and designer furniture is demandingly prominent in the rooms, including customized baths, private gardens and even the detailed plush bedding from Ploh. The is no space to be shy here as some of the bathrooms offer chances to bask in adventurism as some rooms offer freestanding copper bathtubs, some rooms feature floor to ceiling mirrors and others feature aquarium-themed transparent bathrooms. Every room comes with nice extras like Nespresso machine, BOSE speakers, comp non-alcoholic minibar and Kiehl’s toiletries.

The entire hotel is a showcase of the best in modern Singaporean art, with dashes of interesting ornaments that Peng has collected over the years of scouring flea markets all over the globe. From old styled fans, vintage chairs, lamps and other eclectic items from his personal collection can be found scattered all over the hotel space.

Downstairs, the Majestic Restaurant dishes out modern Cantonese cuisine by award-winning chef Yong Bing Ngen. The retro eatery is able to seat up to 100 guests who will be able to enjoy their meals in an ambiance that is both lush and luxurious, decorated with velvet drapes, signature Moooi chandeliers and glass windows on the ceiling looking straight into the swimming pool above.

Info
NEW MAJESTIC HOTEL
31-37 Bukit Pasoh Road
Singapore 089845.
Tel
+(65) 6511 4700
Email
reservation@newmajestichotel.com
Website
www.newmajestichotel.com

Proper Home Lighting With Tong Ging

Creative Home X — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 03:00:28 +0000

29 April 2011,
Enhance the beauty and ambience of your home by visiting Tong Ging Lighting Studio. You will find out exactly how to make a huge difference in your valued residence with proper home illumination.

Smart design with proper home lighting is essential for all the rooms in your beloved residence. We would like to help you by achieving the best home décor with our experienced lighting techniques. With just a few lamps strategically placed throughout the room, you can have a beautiful home and a very cozy and welcoming ambience.

Proper lighting can make a huge difference in the ambience of your home. Not only does it decorate every room in the most optimal way, but it also allows you to perform your tasks under the best possible illumination.

Besides, we also provide many ranges of LED lightings which are hassle free, environmental friendly and long-lasting with lowest voltage. Let’s save energy, save earth, save money and save time. Let’s visit Tong Ging Lighting Studio today and you will definitely be surprised by finding extraordinary lightings here.

Info
TONG GING LIGHTING STUDIO
405, Jalan Pudu,
55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel
+603-9221 1282
Fax
+603-9221 1284
Handphone
+6016-203 3737
+6012-310 7141
Email
tongging405@yahoo.com

Mirror, Mirror On The Wall

Creative Home X — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 03:00:53 +0000

28 April 2011,
In interior decorating, mirrors are usually used to “open up” a small and narrow interior. It is a decorative element used as a way to reflect light, visually enlarge a space, and fill a space that needs interest.
But when the subject of Feng Shui comes into consideration, the most common misconception about mirrors is that it is used to reflect Qi. Mirrors, like all paintings and art, holds no Feng Shui significance to a home interior other than a psychological one.

So where did all this talk about the mirror reflecting Qi come from, you wonder? Back in the old days, mirrors were not made of glass, but of brass. Ancient texts refer to it as using the mirror to steal water or bring in Water (Qi) into the house via the mirror. The real explanation to this is a little more scientific. As olden day mirrors were made of brass, this was a Metal element object. Metal, in the study of the Five Elements, produces or attracts the Water element. Hence, it is common to find the mirror placed at the front door of houses.

But what if the mirror is in front of the Main Door? There’s nothing wrong with a Main Door that opens to a mirror in the hallway. As mentioned earlier, it may likely cause some psychological impact as people may be caught by surprised or shocked when they open the door to see themselves reflected in the mirror. Therefore, it has no real Qi effect at all in the context of Feng Shui.

Putting a mirror in the dining area doesn’t create ‘abundance’ in a home either. Just because it reflects the food served on the table does not mean it can ‘double the food’ so to speak. That’s an old housewives’ tale!

Simple common sense can clarify this whole misguided affair. If you want to double the food on your dining table, cook more! A reflection in a mirror is merely an illusion. When you finish your food in the real world, you’ll find that it’s not there in the mirrored world either.

Classical Feng Shui is not concerned with interior decoration. It is to do with the placement and alignment of key features like pathways, walkways, halls, rooms and working areas within your home that allow you to manipulate Qi to your own benefit. Also, the dining room is not regarded as one of the important factors of internal Feng Shui. This is because residents normally do not spend a considerable amount of time in the dining room to benefit or be harmed by the Qi in that area.

With all that said, you are probably wondering about the Ba Gua mirror used in Feng Shui. Though it is not uncommon to see Ba Gua mirrors used for spiritual purposes, especially those of the Taoist faith where Ba Gua mirrors are believed to be able to ward off evil spirits under certain circumstances. However, this has nothing to do with Feng Shui, as Feng Shui is not a religion.

Rest assured, in Feng Shui, the Ba Gua – without the mirror – is only used as a diagram for calculations and to derive formulas; a mathematical model of the universe where it is laid out based on the polarities of Yin (Negative) and Yang (Positive). Ba Gua, by itself, has no special powers.

If you want to use mirrors are a decorative element in your home, go ahead. Just don’t place it where you are likely to scare yourself by your own reflection!

Joey Yap’s Profile
Joey Yap is the founder of the Mastery Academy of Chinese Metaphysics, a global organisation devoted to the teaching of Feng Shui, BaZi, Mian Xiang and other Chinese Metaphysics subjects. He is also the Chief Consultant of Yap Global Consulting, an international consulting firm specialising in Feng Shui and Chinese Astrology services and audits.

He is also the bestselling author of over 60 books on Feng Shui, Chinese Astrology, Face Reading and Yi Jing, many of which have topped the Malaysian and Singaporean MPH bookstores’ bestseller lists.
Info
MASTERY ACADEMY OF
CHINESE METAPHYSICS SDN. BHD.
19-3, The Boulevard,
Mid Valley City, 59200
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel:
+603-2284 8080
Fax:
+603-2284 1218
Office hours:
Monday- Friday: 9.30am- 5.30pm
Saturday: 9.30am- 1.00pm

You Build We Help

Creative Home X — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 03:00:53 +0000

27 April 2011,

We all want a home that we can be proud of. Whether we are living in a large sprawling mansion or a cozy little downtown apartment – comfort and style are always a priority for most of us.
But the obstacle that many of us face when it comes to renovating and decorating our home is, we don’t know where and how to begin. Well, it doesn’t have to be this way because now, you can just make a trip down to Houz Depot.

As the largest one-stop home improvement hyperstore in Malaysia, we not only have a full range of home improvement products that caters to all your home building needs, but we also go the extra mile by offering you loads of tips and advices on how to make your home improvement project fun, simple and exciting!
And come April, we’ll be celebrating our 2nd anniversary and you’re all invited to come celebrate this special time with us. Just drop by any of our stores and enjoy greater discounts, savour our latest product arrivals, and take pleasure in relishing our various weekly sales promos.
It doesn’t matter if you’re a professional designer or just a new homeowner looking for some great products to decorate and liven up your house. When you come to Houz Depot, we’ve got everything under-one-roof just for you – from the best products right up to the greatest home building ideas.
That said, there’s no better time to visit us than right now. Embarking on a home improvement project has never been simpler and more affordable and it’s all because of Houz Depot. At Houz Depot, we’ve got you covered from the beginning to the end.

Info:
HOUZ DEPOT SDN BHD
PJ Head Office:
Plaza Pelangi Astana, PJU 6,
Persiaran Surian, 47800 Petaling Jaya, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia.
Tel: +603-7726 1888
Fax: +603-7726 1088

KL Outlet:
No. 239, Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman, 50100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Tel: +603-2693 7888
Fax: +603-2693 7333
Website
www.houzdepot.com

Turn up the heat with Samsung

Creative Home X — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 03:00:55 +0000

26 April 2011,

Turn up the heat with Samsung

With the launch of its kitchen solution range, Samsung now offers consumers a complete suite of kitchen appliances, which includes Twin Convection™ oven, induction and ceramic hob, and chimney hood. The award-winning Twin convention™ oven is a world first, allowing two dishes to be cooked with different temperature and time settings simultaneously. The Samsung brand has become synonymous with innovation and its new kitchen solution demonstrates how technology and design can help make our tasks in the kitchen much more enjoyable.
www.samsung.com.my

Everything Under One Roof

Creative Home X — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 03:00:48 +0000

25 April 2011,
For electrical appliances, there is only one place to be – E.S.H Electrical

E.S.H really does take the one stop centre concept seriously. A walk in its store reveals every imaginable home appliance that a home or office need, and all from top brands.
Whether you need a new refrigerator or a new washing machine, you are bound to find the products that suit your lifestyle here. E.S.H also has all the latest electronic appliances such as 3D LCD TV, 3D LED TV and 3D Plasma TV. The layout of the showroom is user-friendly, allowing you to view and try the products. And if you have any enquiries, the helpful and knowledgeable staff will be there to assist you.

INFO
E.S.H ELECTRICAL SDN BHD
UG-02, Empire Shopping Gallery,
Jalan SS16/1, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor D.E, Malaysia.
TEL
+603-5631 6877
FAX
+603-5631 6577
WEBSITE
www.esh2u.com

A Bold Heritage & Culinary Retreat

Creative Home X — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 03:00:58 +0000

24 April 2011,
A Bold Heritage: Town Hall Hotel & Apartments
Town Hall Hotel Apartments is set in an area of the East End that has long been typified by its authentic surrounds and diversity of restaurants and food, music, fashion, art and design culture. This pioneering new East End hot spot aims to catapult some exciting newcomers in the worlds of design, food and art into the spotlight.

The imposing Bethnal Green Town Hall, which has stood in the heart of London’s vibrant East End since Edwardian times, reopened its doors on April 2010 with the opening of Town Hall Hotel Apartments. After a visionary extension and a sensitive restoration under the direction of Rare Architecture, Town Hall will offer a new concept for London’s culturally diverse and energetic East End. Created by entrepreneur and hotelier Peng Loh, the spacious 98 hotel rooms and apartments combine the amenities and luxuries of a five star hotel with the space and style of a designer apartment. The imposing and traditional 1930s building with Edwardian frontage and Neo-Classical fine stone frontage has been restored and preserved by dynamic French duo Rare Architects. Retaining some original elements of the building such as sculptures commissioned from Henry Poole, enormous craftsmanship has gone into a sensitive restoration of wide marble halls, dramatic staircases and stunning public rooms which include a traditional council chamber and the original council meeting rooms.

Rare Architecture (directed by Michel da Costa Goncalves and Nathalie Rozencwajg) has also added a contemporary extension to Town Hall. Discreetly set back from the frontage, the addition forms a stunning new rear façade, marrying together three phases of construction. Rare has also adopted a cutting-edge technique that covers the new outer wall with a metal ‘skin’, laser cut in a pattern inspired by the art-deco metal ornamentation in the building’s original and still remaining Council Chamber.

Offering a mix of studios, one bedroom suites, two bedroom suites and feature rooms, every apartment is unique. With fully integrated kitchens complete with Corian work surfaces as well as bespoke, architect designed bathrooms every apartment has been individually designed offering original retro furniture mixed with contemporary Scandinavian inspired hand-crafted pieces. The apartments are further enhanced with lighting by Viabizzuno whilst the original sash windows flood the rooms with natural light.

Offering its own entrance, both residents and Londoners can enjoy one of the East End’s most anticipated dining experiences with the launch of VIAJANTE, from celebrated chef Nuno Mendes. Mendes’ vast experience spans his culinary training in San Francisco to working with some of the world’s leading chefs such as Wolfgang Puck, Rocco di Spirito and Jean-Georges Vongerichten in both New York and London. The adjacent VIAJANTE bar continues to reflect Mendes’ philosophy offering clean and interesting cocktails as well as modern and unique bar food.

Town Hall’s lower ground floor will house the hotel’s pool and gym. The pool area was designed in shades of white marble with touches of brass to recall the elegance and charm of a traditional spa. Natural light falls from the pool’s sky light and catches the reflective tiles which line the pool, turning the water a shimmering shade of green, blue and copper as the day progresses. The glass walled gym overlooks the pool and offers state-of-the-art equipment.

Project Info
TOWN HALL HOTEL & APARTMENTS
Patriot Square | London E2 9NF
United Kingdom.
Tel
+ 44 (0)20 7871 0460
Fax
+ 44 (0)20 7160 5214
Email
reservations@townhallhotel.com
Website
www.townhallhotel.com

Culinary Retreat
Nestled on the edge of a rainforest, Bayan Indah is a hidden gem for culinary enthusiasts.

Enveloped in cool refreshing tranquility, Bayan Indah is reminiscent of a tropical resort. This is not surprising given its surrounding of tropical jungle. What was surprising is that this area is actually located in Kuala Lumpur. Located in a village in Sungai Penchala, it’s just ten minutes away from the affluent neighbourhood of Taman Tun Dr. Ismail and approximately 30 minutes from the city centre.

An Electric Mix
No doubt part of the charm is the hidden location and of course the owner, the prolific food writer, stylish and chef, Rohani Jelani. She has converted her previous home to a homestay and also a venue for her cooking classes. But this is no ordinary cooking school. Calling it a school itself undermines the role of the place. “I wanted it to become an eclectic sort of landmark for modern Malaysian food, a place where people (especially foreigners) discover that Asian food is not only Thai or Indian or Japanese but can also be Nyonya, Malay, Malaysian Indian and Malaysian Chinese,” Rohani related her dream for Bayan Indah.

And as to reflect the diversity of Malaysian food, the furniture pieces here are also of mixed elements. In the verandah area, you can find Chinese antique stools, tables and cabinets sitting comfortably next to a very modern refrigerator, a contemporary dining table and chair set and a plush sofa. This area is also the main dining area where students can enjoy their cooking after their classes. Indeed, this is the perfect place to wind down after the ‘hard work’ of cooking, overlooking the greenery at the front of the house. The vast porch area also has a pond and two additional seminar rooms catering for corporate functions.

Dream Kitchen

To the left of the dining area is where the expansive kitchen for the cooking classes is held. Rohani is passionate about cooking and take a fun approach to teaching, making it an enjoyable experience for the participants. Far from learning in an enclosed and crammed kitchen, in Bayan Indah, your cooking experience is enhanced by the cool breeze of the surrounding tropical jungle, courtesy of the open-air kitchen and even a herb garden for you to nip some fresh herbs to add to your cooking.

Using her experience as a chef, Rohani designs this kitchen to be as practical as possible for any cook, be it novice or professional. A dream kitchen for many, the open-concept helps to heighten the vastness of the space. Equipped with a few working islands and numerous ovens, there is also a dedicated pantry room for tableware and cooking utensils.

Guest Rooms

The showcase of East meets West continues to the space upstairs, where it has been renovated and decorated to be comfortable guest rooms. Big enough to function as a house on its own, it comprises a master bedroom, three bedrooms, a living hall, a patio, a pantry area and even a dedicated room for laundry.

White neutral backdrop provides a blank canvas for art works and Asian antique to stand out. Unique glass art works, made by Rohani’s good friend, Penang artist Wong Keng Fuan adorn the walls while the furniture displays the fine craftsmanship of her carpenter, Mr. Lim.

Each of the room has its own name – Kantan (torch ginger herb or ginger flower), Kunyit (turmeric), Selasih (Thai Basil), Pandan – taking its inspiration from the herbs of traditional Malay cooking. All the bedrooms are fitted with en-suite bathrooms but take a deep breath before you go to the bathroom of the master bedroom – not only does it has an additional bathtub, it’s flanked by a large window with a wonderful view of the rainforest! The master bedroom, Kantan also displays eye-catching antique furniture especially the Oriental-style yellow lacquer screen, giving privacy to the bed yet a peek to the area reveals a fiery red headboard that begs to stand out no matter what’s in front.

Heritage Trail for Malaysian Food

Despite the somewhat hidden location, Bayan Indah has steadily grown in popularity with both the locals and foreigners, as seen in the positive reviews in local blogs and international travel website such as lonelyplanet.com and tripadvisor.com.

Truly a retreat, privacy is ensured as the place is not easily accessible and address is not given freely. However, a very detailed map will be given, complete with photos of landmarks to guide visitors. And when you are here, you will understand and know it’s worth the effort to discover the place.

With its electric mix of design and furniture, in addition to the tropical surroundings and resort-like ambiance, Bayan Indah is not far from what its owner has envisaged – making it a must-stop place for people who want to experience Asian and Malaysian cuisine.
Info
BAYAN INDAH
Email
rohani@bayanindah.com
Website
www.bayanindah.com