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emphasis on premium quality materials
of unique and stylish design. It adopts a
Retro concept with simplicity and modern
principles. The application of special
joinery systems to all joining parts creates
elegance that deserves a place in the
living room. It exudes the Borneo identity,
highlighting the strong emotions and
vibrancy associated with the natural local
woods of the beautiful Borneo Island.
Pua Kumbu Console Table, according
to Norazrin is derived from the famous
indigenous creative work of the Iban
community who created beautiful textile
pieces called Pua Kumbu. The identity
of Pua Kumbu is aesthetically integrated
into the design of this table, creating
a unique and contemporary feel to the
furniture, suitable for modern living
spaces. The table is made longer and
narrower than the usual console table,
crafted out of solid Acacia wood, thus
transforming the living space into a
Geo Coffee Table designed distinctively natural conversational piece.
by Mr. Iwan Hamdan
Strip-R designed by
Ms. Ti Siok Shan
From left: Ms. Ti Siok Shan, Ms. Norazrin binti Rashid, Mr. Iwan Hamdan, Professor Dato’ Dr Mohamad Kadim •
bin Suaidi (Vice Chancellor of UNIMAS), Dr Hasnizam Abdul Wahid, Mr. Andy Nai Hai An and STIDC staff
based on comments of the industry and emphasises on simplicity and functionality
viewers. This is to ensure that they design which are the essential components in
according to market requirements. modern design. Imbued with ergonomics
touch and spatial structure, it offers
Andy highlighted that AAIRY Bench was comfortable seating for everyday use. It Summary
built using stocks of five-layered wood. stands out in any space and therefore • STIDC and UNIMAS Institute of
It portrays a dynamic outlook for private bringing a contemporary look. Design and Innovation embarked
and public living space. It is lightweight on formal collaboration for
research and development
piece and seemingly floats in any space, On Geo Coffee Table, Iwan said, it is a (R&D) on wood-based products
creating a unique and contemporary rectangular table with understated style particularly furniture
living theme. The Pua Kumbu fabric is and classy look. This exquisite piece • The collaboration includes
exploring local motives, features,
integrated into its design motive, creating features gracefully flowering lines that artifacts, new materials as well
a naturally organic yet sophisticated feel are intricately crafted on the table. The as technology enhancement
to the furniture. materials used for this table come mainly towards grooming young
furniture designers
from solid wood and glass. Featuring a • Through this collaboration, a
Liew, meanwhile, described the Three- shadow play in its base, this slim table furniture designing competition
Legged Stool as a versatile seating fits in any interior situation. was organised in 2016 and
option that adds character to any living concluded with five winners
who were given the honour
area. Acacia wood is the main material Ti described Strip-R as a versatile to showcase their products in
used for this stool. Its overall design console table for any space with Malaysia International Furniture
Fair 2017
emphasis on premium quality materials
of unique and stylish design. It adopts a
Retro concept with simplicity and modern
principles. The application of special
joinery systems to all joining parts creates
elegance that deserves a place in the
living room. It exudes the Borneo identity,
highlighting the strong emotions and
vibrancy associated with the natural local
woods of the beautiful Borneo Island.
Pua Kumbu Console Table, according
to Norazrin is derived from the famous
indigenous creative work of the Iban
community who created beautiful textile
pieces called Pua Kumbu. The identity
of Pua Kumbu is aesthetically integrated
into the design of this table, creating
a unique and contemporary feel to the
furniture, suitable for modern living
spaces. The table is made longer and
narrower than the usual console table,
crafted out of solid Acacia wood, thus
transforming the living space into a
Geo Coffee Table designed distinctively natural conversational piece.
by Mr. Iwan Hamdan
Strip-R designed by
Ms. Ti Siok Shan
From left: Ms. Ti Siok Shan, Ms. Norazrin binti Rashid, Mr. Iwan Hamdan, Professor Dato’ Dr Mohamad Kadim •
bin Suaidi (Vice Chancellor of UNIMAS), Dr Hasnizam Abdul Wahid, Mr. Andy Nai Hai An and STIDC staff
based on comments of the industry and emphasises on simplicity and functionality
viewers. This is to ensure that they design which are the essential components in
according to market requirements. modern design. Imbued with ergonomics
touch and spatial structure, it offers
Andy highlighted that AAIRY Bench was comfortable seating for everyday use. It Summary
built using stocks of five-layered wood. stands out in any space and therefore • STIDC and UNIMAS Institute of
It portrays a dynamic outlook for private bringing a contemporary look. Design and Innovation embarked
and public living space. It is lightweight on formal collaboration for
research and development
piece and seemingly floats in any space, On Geo Coffee Table, Iwan said, it is a (R&D) on wood-based products
creating a unique and contemporary rectangular table with understated style particularly furniture
living theme. The Pua Kumbu fabric is and classy look. This exquisite piece • The collaboration includes
exploring local motives, features,
integrated into its design motive, creating features gracefully flowering lines that artifacts, new materials as well
a naturally organic yet sophisticated feel are intricately crafted on the table. The as technology enhancement
to the furniture. materials used for this table come mainly towards grooming young
furniture designers
from solid wood and glass. Featuring a • Through this collaboration, a
Liew, meanwhile, described the Three- shadow play in its base, this slim table furniture designing competition
Legged Stool as a versatile seating fits in any interior situation. was organised in 2016 and
option that adds character to any living concluded with five winners
who were given the honour
area. Acacia wood is the main material Ti described Strip-R as a versatile to showcase their products in
used for this stool. Its overall design console table for any space with Malaysia International Furniture
Fair 2017
