BURO Luxury Edit: The best brands to shop for your home
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Whether you’re moving into a brand new home or upgrading your current abode, furnishing and decorating your place is arguably the most exciting and challenging part. Do you go for the trending quiet luxury, minimalist Japandi or fun pastel pop look? The possibilities are endless but regardless of what aesthetic you go for, the most important thing is to invest in high quality products that will last a long time in your home.Â
Ahead, we’ve gleaned the best home brands to shop from that prioritise exquisite craftsmanship, premium materials and timeless appeal above all else. Happy shopping!
FURNITURE
Molteni & C
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For the past 80 years, Molteni & C have built a long-lasting legacy of creating finely crafted furniture that blend its rich artisanal heritage and modern elegance. As one of Italy’s leading figures in the high-end home furnishing sector, the family brand is known for its functional designs, refined details and technological innovations with the use of cutting-edge modular elements and materials such as eco-leather that stand the test of time and trends.Â
Address: Unit S-212, Level 2, The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City, 59200 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 8:30pm daily
Contact: 016 812 3280
Commune Lifestyle
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Established in 2011, Commune Lifestyle is a home living brand that offers a variety of products to suit different aesthetics. Proudly designed and handmade in Southeast Asia, its pieces are an ode to the region’s vibrant creative spirit and a dedication to sustainability in its manufacturing. Hailing from Singapore, Commune’s pieces are made to order and blend form, style and functionality with authentic craftsmanship and sustainable materials in an effort to provide Malaysians with unique and high quality pieces. For roomier homes, the brand has also launched its sub-brand Alt.o which feature larger statement pieces championed by its Tierra and Siena collection.Â
Address: 69, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10:30am to 7:30pm
Contact: 03 2201 4518
Gallotti & Radice
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Did you know that Gallotti & Radice has the title as the first Italian brand to pioneer the experimentation and integration of glass in its furniture? Therefore, you can expect to see this seamless fusion of the delicate material in many of its collections. Since the 1950s, the Made In Italy brand has been at the forefront of producing dynamic and expressive pieces with high quality workmanship and the use of precious materials such as glass, metal and wood in refined finishes. Capturing the essence of Italian design, we have no doubt that any Gallotti & Radice product will be a statement piece in any space.Â
Address: 72A, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 8:30pm dailyÂ
Contact: 03 2333 0508
Hay
Looking for Danish-inspired pieces with some pizzazz? Hay is your answer! Founded in 2002, Hay has quickly become a popular choice for home dwellers looking to infuse personality into their space. Combining sophisticated industrial manufacturing, eccentricity and aesthetic design, Hay’s contemporary pieces provide a fun and curious way to modern living thanks to its bright splashes of colour and quirky lines. The Copenhagen-based brand also has a wide range of home accessories such as candleholders, vases and tableware; however, we believe its furniture range deserves a spotlight—just look at that dreamy Quilton sofa…
Shop Hay here.
Rotan Lot
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Malaysians (or Southeast Asians in general) will most likely be familiar with rotan AKA rattan. If you’re a fan of this material, good news because Rotan Lot specialises in it! This homegrown brand aims to reclaim and refresh this old tradition into modern and durable pieces for generations to come. Painstakingly handcrafted, Rotan Lot features pieces such as coffee tables, armchairs, benches and more with intricate detailing in limited quantities to suit a range of interior design styles.Â
Address: No 48, Jalan SS 19/1d, Ss 19, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 11am to 5pm (Wednesdays to Saturdays) | Closed on Mondays and the weekend
SURFACES
Cosentino
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When it comes to high quality and high value surfaces, you will be hard pressed to find another brand that does it better than Cosentino. Since its establishment in 1979, the Spanish family-owned brand has been setting the benchmark in the world of high-end countertops with its avant-garde technology and sustainably-led production. Cosentino’s leading product, Silestone, is an example of the brand’s revolutionary innovation as it uses Hybriq+ technology to produce a low-silica mineral surface made with premium minerals and recycled materials, providing liveable luxury with durability to customers.Â
Address: 1, Jalan TSB 8, Taman Sains Selangor, 47000 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: 9am to 6pm daily (closed on the weekend)
Contact: 03 8230 3954
Marmo DesignÂ
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Another brand to consider is Marmo Design, one of Malaysia’s leading natural stone suppliers with over 20 years in the industry. From granite to marble, Marmo Design has a wide range of surface stones to choose from that will look great as feature walls, kitchen tops or exterior landscaping. Notably, the brand offers a bountiful collection of quartzite surfaces, which is a material growing in popularity in the interior design world for its resistance to heat, scratches, stains and pressure.Â
Address: G-07, Oval Tower Damansara, 685, Jalan Damansara, TTDI, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am to 5:30pm (Mondays to Fridays), 10:30am to 5pm (Saturdays), closed on Sundays
Contact: 017 878 8052
HOMEWARE
Maison Balzac
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In our trends forecast for 2024, we anticipated that the world of home design will see bolder colourways and curved silhouettes. If you are embracing this trend this year, Maison Balzac is the perfect choice to decorate your home with! Founded in 2012, this Australian brand is all about creating quirky and whimsical mouth-blown glassware and perfumed candles that are a tribute to founder Elise Pioch’s childhood in the South of France. Maison Balzac’s iconic Pomponette Coupes will complete any home parties while the J’ai Carafe & Glass will make even the simple act of drinking water enjoyable.
Shop Maison Balzac here.
Le Creuset
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When it comes to long-lasting and visually pleasing cookware, Le Creuset often jumps to mind. After all, the French-Belgian brand has been producing world-class kitchen appliances for almost 100 years. Le Creuset was the first to incorporate colourful chip-resistant enamel to cast iron cookware for which they are best known for. With its striking array of trend-setting colours that range from vibrant hues to muted tones and its superior heat retention, Le Creuset has become one of the most coveted cookware brands for any home dweller to own. Apart from their cast iron range, Le Creuset also sells stoneware, silicone and wine accessories.
Address: Mid Valley Megamall (LG-075), One Utama Shopping Centre (Lot S108), Pavilion KL (Lot 6.17.00)
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm dailyÂ
Christofle
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If you want to truly impress your guests at the table, you can’t go wrong with Christofle. Serving French elegance since 1830, the Maison’s sterling silver tableware and craftsmanship are second to none. In fact, Christofle’s goldsmithing and haute-silversmithing were so good that the French brand was even named the Goldsmith of the King in 1844 for King Louis-Philippe! Featuring excellent engravings and embossings, Cristofle’s tableware and cutlery will add the ultimate refinement to your lunch and dinner table spreads.
Address: Lot G118 Ground Floor, Bangsar Shopping Centre, 285, Jalan Maarof, Bangsar, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 9pm daily
Contact: 03 2282 5985
Society6
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Forget Etsy or Pinterest—Society6 is where it’s at! As an online marketplace featuring a community of over 300,000 artists, you’re not only spoiled for choice when it comes to unique and interesting pieces but also supporting independent creatives around the world. From bedding to home accessories, there are over half a million products to choose from; however, we recommend choosing wall art from Society6 as the site offers a huge range of artworks such as high resolution prints, paintings, photography, illustrations and more. Nothing like a head-turning framed artwork to complete your home!
Shop Society6 here.
LIGHTINGÂ
Artemide
Founded in 1960, Artemide is one of the most well-known illumination brands, bringing the best of Italian architectural and decorative lighting to the rest of the world. The manufacturer has had many iconic designs such as the Tolomeo lamp which won the prestigious Compasso d’Oro award and Nessino Table Lamp which has been replicated endlessly for its signature mid-century mushroom shape and pop of colour—yes, that lamp that you’ve been seeing everywhere! Mixing playful, contemporary designs with ergonomic functionality and next-generation technology, Artemide lamps are some of the very best you can have in your home.
Address: Lightcraft, 98, Jln Sungai Besi, Chan Sow Lin, 57100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 7pm daily (closed on Sundays)
Contact:Â 012 266 8127
Kartell
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Chances are, you’ve most likely seen iconic designs from this Italian brand on social media such as the Louis Ghost Chair (AKA the best-selling armchair in the world) and Componibili drawers. Certainly, their plastic-focused furniture has revolutionised the industry by showing its infinite potential of beauty and functionality. However, Kartell is also widely regarded for its lighting and is deserving of a spotlight. Add a touch of elegance to your home with modern lighting fixtures such as the baroque-style Bourgie Table Lamp and rechargeable Battery Table Lamp that make for eye-catching statement pieces.
Address: Lightcraft, 98, Jln Sungai Besi, Chan Sow Lin, 57100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 7pm daily (closed on Sundays)
Contact:Â 012 266 8127
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