the curiousity shop . VinTage gaLlerY

haPPy cHineSe nEw yEar

2012-01-19T20:43:00.000-08:00

nEw ArriVal

2012-01-03T22:48:00.000-08:00

Danish Coffee table by

Johs Andersen

OLd dooR fRom PenanG

2011-11-10T00:59:00.001-08:00

miD cEntuRy diVider

2011-10-12T07:44:00.000-07:00

11feet long divider

6feet long divider

curVe aRm chAir

2011-09-06T23:06:00.000-07:00

50s two seater arm chair

50 single seater arm chair

art decor single seater arm chairs

40s single seater rattan arm chairs

60s single seater arm chairs

50s old teak wood bench

kiD StUdy desk

2011-09-06T21:52:00.000-07:00

set no.1

set no.2

GrEat opeNing of ImageRom

2011-07-24T20:32:00.000-07:00

mix & macth of everything

Art Decor

English

Back to school late 60s-70s

the World War time

Steve Koh idea

The Curiousity Shop meet ImageRom

for the Great opening on 22 July 2011

inDusTry laDDer

2011-07-20T23:33:00.000-07:00

year estimation 1900s-1970s

available in 2 size

EH mEEt us

2011-06-13T00:33:00.000-07:00

EH June 2011

Fashion Spreads@The Curiousity Shop Sg Besi

for more visit Media

behind the scenes

toLix ChaIr

2011-05-25T02:30:00.000-07:00

tolix stool 

miNi or sMall tabLe

2011-04-03T23:17:00.000-07:00

new arrival

Curiousity@Sg.Besi will open mid of April

coMing sOOn

2011-02-18T02:14:00.000-08:00

for more info please feel free to email us

rE-uPholSteRy

2010-12-26T23:43:00.000-08:00

Before

After Black velvet Upholstery

now you can visit it at TOYOKO Salon@Fahrenheit 88 KL

idEa for sEll

2010-11-15T19:27:00.000-08:00

before

old school office chair where you can see
it during late 70s to early 90s

if we still have this is our office or store,
what can we do about it??

after

here is some idea we have done out,
by using vintage fabric to upholstery it

it have bring out the retro look for it,
all of this design is available at The Curiousity Shop

RM300 per unit

kiDNey tAble

2010-10-14T20:33:00.000-07:00

This unique coffee table is from the late 60s – 70s, call it kidney table or colour plate table

At The Curiosuity Shop we can customize from coffee table to dining table base on your request

Or visit us at our shop for more option

dE sHawn cUtler

2010-09-30T02:47:00.000-07:00

Before
was a velvet upholster classic Victorian sofa

After

Reupholster in chili red P.V.C

Shawn Cutler Salon

is Located at Bangsar Telawi street no.2

bEfore & aFter

2010-09-29T02:22:00.000-07:00

wHen aLL meeT tOther

2010-09-13T00:41:00.000-07:00

I found some of the vintage lovers now a day,
not sure the concept of mix & match,

Many come to us and set their own mind
“I’m looking for retro furniture for my house”

If you really want your house to look original retro,
YES this is the right set of thinking,

But sourcing it, really take sometime to complete,
on above is some idea of mix & match concept it bring out
your own creativity & character on his own,
for your home to fit in our modern day

Please feel free to visit us for free idea on your new cribs

tiMeoUt meet tHe CuRiousIty sHop & ho.Lang

2010-08-29T20:25:00.000-07:00

Timeout Magazine Sep 2010
meet the Curiousity shop & ho.Lang

visit our clippings

hOw 2 rEcycle pLasTic boTTle caPs

2010-08-24T23:09:00.000-07:00

I believe most of us have the same experience

after having cookies or candy opened cant finish
How would you do? below have simple idea,

will not cost any single penny for it

Waste bottle can be useful

Let go green & recycle, make our world a better future

dAniSh moDeRn wAll sHelF

2010-08-24T02:08:00.000-07:00

When it come to wall shelf, 1^st think come in our mine
is basic long piece wood

Here some idea to share from the 50s design

Available to Custom made or Re-create from thing we have

daNisH moDern FM sYstem

2010-08-11T20:02:00.000-07:00

A multiple pieces and variations available

This System can be custom made and organized to fit your needs

Design from 1968 by Kai Kristiansen

faBric's oPtion

2010-08-05T20:40:00.000-07:00

Fabric is playing an important role for your chair or sofa
when you upholster them

By selecting a right fabric will created difference look & style

Above is some of our own vintage fabric collection

price start from rm30 - rm60 per meter

men'S foLio jUl x aUg 2010

2010-07-24T00:31:00.000-07:00

Men's Folio meets three young entrepreneur determined @
The Curiousity Shop
visit our clippings

kopiTiam tAblE

2010-07-20T22:20:00.000-07:00

Old China@Petaling Street

photo by lcy's@flickr

Kopitiam is forever trend in our daily life a place will go for food, drink & "Coffee shop talk" A.K.A Gossip , do come across some number of people would like to own their mini Kopitiam at their own home, like having table or chair etc... on above we have some original Kopitiam table had been use for over 30 - 40 years, the price range from rm600 - rm1800

also please visit more option for kopitiam chairs

rEstauRant maKeoVer (La risata ampang)

2010-07-09T00:59:00.000-07:00

Bar area

using the old door as partition

de courtyard

walk in chiller room for wine

the Chairsssssss & spiral staircase

tHe sTep oF re-pRo 2

2010-07-06T01:29:00.000-07:00

As what you see is a same pieces, do you know what it for

top or bottom?

Bring out the center part

and join 3 pieces together you will get this

Yup is a dinning Table!!!

Just by adding any shape or size & option for the top

Exp: Glass, Marble or Wooden it will

go well with this simple & nice design

nEw diScoVery

2010-06-29T19:49:00.000-07:00

this amazing piece, 2 seats & a Table joining together

simple & stylist unit is made from 50s-60s by designer names Jens Risom

one of kind collectable item

Comfort Research Fuf Large Foam Bean Bag Chair, Black Twill

iDea 4 hoMe

2010-06-23T21:46:00.000-07:00

Vintage Retro or Classic both plays a part in life on the pass

Once both mixed together it create nice character
for your own house or offices
up to us what we looking for

To share more idea please leave comment below

St.LouiS bEd

2010-06-18T01:01:00.000-07:00

This piece is more than 100 year old,

A King Size St.Louis is a beautiful piece of collection

iDea's 4 hoMe

2010-06-15T20:35:00.000-07:00

Sometime when we shop for furniture
We'll set in mine what we want design or colour

And sometime we like the design but not the colour
there for we need to imagine it!!

mY pInk Closet

2010-06-12T01:17:00.000-07:00

This pink wardrobe cabinet from late 60s

is made from 100% teak wood, 2 door with lock

is available NOW at The Curiousity Shop

meDicine cabiNet from peRanaKan mAnsioN

2010-06-10T23:31:00.000-07:00

This amazing wall cabinet have been more then 100year old

& have caring more then 100 type of Chinese medicine

photo by: Joelynn Chin

rE-cReatE

2010-06-04T01:59:00.000-07:00

This is one of the Re-create pieces

is mix with Simple line & classic design is like fashion can mix & matches

is all about the idea & how it look after

tHe sTep of re-Pro

2010-06-01T01:18:00.000-07:00

Step1 – Start from Wood create the sharp & body of the design wish to made

Step2 – Our Mr.Carpenter are drawing the sharp of the seat, seem easy but is not

Step3 - have the sharp & frame, select fabric or leather then paint and reupholstery it

Wah-la is ready to use, for more of our re-production item please visit TCS Catalogue

Jusco mAg

2010-05-19T01:38:00.000-07:00

Jusco in house Magazine June issue

Location by The Curiousity Shop

new arriVal = May 16

2010-05-17T01:40:00.000-07:00

Dear shopper,

TCS new arrival, selection from art decor to 70s retro seat

Please visit seating for more detail on the item

resTroration

2010-05-12T22:39:00.000-07:00

before & after

Classic Kopitiam chairs, nicely restore by our carpenter Mr.Soo,

will show you guys on next post whit how the step for the restoration work dose

iDea's 4 hoMe

2010-04-28T02:34:00.000-07:00

If you have an empty spaces in your house, and don’t know what to do about it??

Here some idea above might help, by hanging some interesting painting, adding on side table or sideboard & a nice Lamp, and also can add in some chairs, wall mirror or decorative item.

Now may use it to put telephone, family photo, house or car key & maybe note for your family member to sport on.

Have any idea wanted to share? Please feel to post your comments :)

somerset KL duplex soHo

2010-04-21T00:13:00.000-07:00

Unit for Sell & Rent

Somerset KL Duplex Soho

use as Office or Resident

2000sqf 2 baths & 1 Store open concept

enquiry please call 017 853 6660

sHahZan cOurt ampaNg

2010-04-21T00:09:00.000-07:00

Unit for Sell & Rent

ShahZan Court Ampang

1100sqf 2 rooms & 2 baths

enquiry please call 017 853 6660

mini bAr couNTer

2010-04-19T21:06:00.000-07:00

Mini Bar Counter - 1950s Art Decor

If you plan to have your own mini cocktail bar at your own home And this will be your best selection, size of L141cm x W48cm

Easy to place around at your own playground

LaSair CHAise LounGe

2010-04-12T23:25:00.001-07:00

The multi-position Chaise Lounge was designed by Le Corbusier in 1928.

It has a relevant nickname: “the ultimate relaxing machine”, offering a large range of reclining positions.

i nEEd a dEsk !!!

2010-04-05T01:00:00.000-07:00

Desk available from price range rm280 - rm980

only@The Curiousity Shop

nEw Arrivals - cHairs VoL.1

2010-02-28T22:52:00.000-08:00

Chairs available from price range rm180 - rm980

only@The Curiousity Shop

nEw Arrivals - siDeboaRd cAtaloG voL.1

2010-02-23T21:35:00.000-08:00

Sideboard available from price range rm250 - rm2500
only@The Curiousity Shop

claSSic raTTan + wooD cHaiRs

2010-02-21T23:56:00.000-08:00

Father for this chairs design Michael Thonet

taPered leGs study dEsk

2010-02-07T19:44:00.000-08:00

Tapered Legs Study Desk from 30s

ho.Lang boutique

2010-02-03T17:58:00.000-08:00

ho.Lang Boutique
kid & lady wear selection from office to party or causal,
design from Korea, Hong Kong, China & Taiwan etc.....

Open hour 10am-9pm
7 days a week
address: unit 0107 Somerset Seri Bukit Ceylong 8 Lorong Ceylon 50250 K.L
012 661 1878 sam
t/f 2026 8660

TCS@TIMEout mAg

2010-02-02T01:47:00.000-08:00

TIMEOUT Magazine Jan 2010 issue

tHe bAnd callEd rhApsoDy KL

2010-01-26T22:33:00.001-08:00

Jazz/Soul/Pop Band: Rhapsody KL

Photography JASON TAN HIGHWAY
Styling YUGO THAM
Hair & Make-up CHLOE BEE
Orange Stool & White Chair by The Curiousity Shop

anTiQue ThoneT bentWood rocKEr rocKing cHair

2009-12-30T22:19:00.000-08:00

The popularity of the Arts and Crafts movement encouraged the middle and upper classes to regard rocking chairs and other rustic styles of furniture with a new affection during the late 1800s. Despite its industrial ethos, Thonet drew inspiration from Arts and Crafts design in the styling of its products. The company developed its first rocking chair, the Rocking Chair No. 1, in 1860. Sales were slow at first, but Rocking Chair No. 1 and subsequent rockers steadily gained popularity and by 1913.

riNa mAtsUi : 6 woRds @n eXhibiTion oF emBRoideRed sToRies

2009-12-13T22:42:00.000-08:00

Rina Matsui : 6 Words

An exhibition of Embroidered Stories

Exhibition Dates
12 & 13 December 2009

This exhibition is supported by
www.thecuriousitygallery.blogspot.com
www.rogueish.asia

Flowerdrum Bags are born out of a Love for fabrics and all things vintage and retro. Started in 1999, from very humble beginnings, Flowerdrum Bags have become independent label sweethearts in KL for over a decade...............More information on Rina Matsui & Flowerdrum
www.flowerdrum-kl.com

peaRl of boRNeo

2009-11-17T21:33:00.000-08:00

Made in Sabah, Borneo

White South Sea pearls are grown in large tropical or semi-tropical oysters in Australia, Borneo, Myanmar, Indonesia and other Pacific countries. South Sea pearls generally range in size from 10mm to 20mm and command premium prices because of their relative rarity and large size. South Sea Pearls come primarily in white, yellow, yellowish orange, blue and some black tones. ............available@the curiousity shop

gRanDfatHer cLock

2009-11-09T23:17:00.000-08:00

The excitement over the pendulum clock attracted the attention of designers resulting in a proliferation of clock forms. Notably, the long case clock (aka grandfather clock) was created to house the pendulum and works. The English clockmaker William Clement, inventor of the anchor escapement, is credited developing this form in 1670. It was also at this time that clock cases began to be made of wood and clock faces to employ enamel.

gReenProJect - ECO bAg

2009-10-28T00:17:00.001-07:00

What is ECO bag (AKA Recycle bag), to replace or reduce to use plastic bag when we are shopping, Easy to carry & widely usage, is stylist & useful made from nylon material light weight and finally is reasonable price 1 for rm9 and get 4 for rm30 Only@The Curiouisty Shop

bAbA nyonya 峇峇娘惹

2009-10-13T23:11:00.000-07:00

In 19th and early 20th centuries, new heritage have been born called Baba-Nyonya, also known as Peranakan or straits Chinese, is the descendants of noble Chinese who migrated to the British Straits Settlements of Malaysia & Singapore, and adopted the Malay culture. This unique blend of cultures is born after the intermarriages between them and the local Malay, They also created their own furniture base on mixture of Chinese, Victorian and Dutch designs

wanna know more about Peranakan & Nyonya

tHe kNife thRower bY giLL dEl-mACE

2009-10-09T02:07:00.000-07:00

Contemporary Art Print: The Knife Thrower by Gill Del-Mace, Limited Edition

True fine art prints for art lovers and collectors of Gill's amazing work, Edition of 250 in the world by Artist Proof, Printed on the highest quality Somerset 255 gsm Acid Free Archival Rag Paper

Paper Size: 1015mm x 700mm or 40 x 27.5 inches

Image Size: 900mm x 600mm or 35.5 x 23.5 inches

paRty liKe it'S 1989

2009-09-28T03:13:00.000-07:00

80s@The Curiousity Shop (AKA YunTing 29/sep & YunRu 30/sep B'days Party)

couNTer on tRack

2009-09-23T22:29:00.000-07:00

50s bar counter, available@The Curiousity Shop

RE-bOrn fRom the paSS (loveChair)

2009-09-15T01:16:00.000-07:00

before

after

after RE-created the new look for this Victorian chair, it will be display at 1 of Malaysia top hair stylist salon@MIKO GALLERY the wangsa walk

replay from Pam: both have different qualities... the before looks really old -fashionably and also the age, the black trimming makes it look more fashionable and also newer

lAmp on tOP

2009-09-07T23:52:00.000-07:00

Decor lamp play very important roll in interiors, it bring out the shine from the dark

RE-bOrn fRom the paSS

2009-09-03T23:54:00.000-07:00

before & after

You have an old piece of furniture wanted to get rid of it, is because:

Don’t know what to do about it

It old looking (out dated)

I not match for you house

Etc..........

Let’s think out of the box you can Reupholstery or restore and creates a modern & unique look with it, as few of the sample above you can creates base on your own taste, if u still wanna get rid of it, please send it to The Curiousity Shop :)

stoRy of chArles N rAy eaMEs

2009-08-25T21:34:00.000-07:00

Charles & Ray Eames Were designers from USA, married in 1941, who worked and made major fields of design including industrial design, furniture design, art etc.....In the 1950s, Charles and Ray continued their work in architecture and modern furniture design. Charles and Ray pioneered new technologies, such as the fiberglass, plastic resin chairs and the wire mesh chairs. at the above is some of their worked are available at The Curiousity Shop

retRo rattaN deSign - dinniNg set

2009-08-25T00:01:00.000-07:00

The design is circa from late 60s -70s, is a mixture of new & classic element created a new look out of basic rattan furniture. i must say this is one of collectible piece

bEHind tHe scIeNce oF thE PRESTIGE maG

2009-08-18T21:05:00.000-07:00

Model: Ms.Haflin
Crew: tell u all soon
Location: Rooftop@The Curiousity Shop

iTem fr0m 咖啡店 a.K.a koPiTiam

2009-08-13T22:44:00.000-07:00

Kopitiam bench (origin from Penang)
come with L (2 seat) & T (4 seat) shape

Kopitiam Table's

leT's spOt tHe iteM u waNt

2009-08-11T23:28:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the Curiousity Shop inner look,
Lets us play a game tell us how many lights or lamps u can find in here..... :)

beRangan niGht@tHe criOsitY sHop (8 Aug 09)

2009-08-09T20:43:00.000-07:00

5 hosts + 5 different guests from each host = gathering & LETS PARTY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

claSSic deSk

2009-08-06T19:19:00.000-07:00

French desk

Georgian Desk
made in England