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Your red soles are waiting at the new Christian Louboutin in Pavilion KL

This December 2019, to much excitement of the red-sole lovers, Christian Louboutin reveals the opening of its 164th boutique and the first ever to open in Malaysia, now located in Pavilion Kuala Lumpur.

And this newly-opened Christian Louboutin boutique reminisces the luxury house’s first boutique in Galerie Véro Dodatin Paris with a neoclassical facade and arched windows, gleaming against its trademark shade of red.

Inside, hints of blue and green are employed to contrast with the red, while the pale pink wall tones down the retail space to deliver an intimate accent to welcome its patrons. The symphony of various fine materials such as velvet, marble and gold metal set a noble tone for the gallery, brilliantly segment the space into different areas for womenswear and menswear collections.

From footwear to bags and leather goods, swipe the gallery to find out what’s in store for you at Christian Louboutin Pavilion KL:

Visit christianlouboutin.com to find out more.

This article was originally published on www.lofficielmalaysia.com.

Now Open: The Burberry Conservatory launches in The Gardens Mall, KL

Inspired by a British conservatory, Burberry is bringing a new experience to our home ground Kuala Lumpur this month to celebrate the Burberry Belt Bag – a new icon to the British fashion house.

Titled “Burberry Conservatory”, the pop-up space is now officially open on the ground floor of The Gardens Mall, Mid Valley City and is part of a travelling series by Burberry, which has already made appearances in Dubai, London and Hong Kong.

And in place of a luscious British garden, the Burberry Conservatory will highlight an exclusive capsule collection of limited-edition Belt Bags in a range of colours with rainbow belts or equestrian knight embroidery.

To make it an extra special experience, you can also create your own personalised interchangeable belt, which can be purchased separately.

And to wrap up the Burberry Conservatory experience, the new Burberry Pin Clutch will also make a special appearance with four designs featuring equestrian embroidery.

Find the Burberry Conservatory space now at the ground floor of The Gardens Mall in Mid Valley City, Kuala Lumpur – now open until 14th October 2018.

A tour inside the luxurious Twin Palms Sungai Long residences

For seven decades, acclaimed developer Lum Chang has created many dream homes. Its latest project is nothing short of exceptional – Twin Palms Sungai Long.

Located at the south of Cheras, Malaysia, this area has seen a rise in the number of shopping centres and retail outlets, particularly as the Malaysian economy continued its strong growth momentum in 2017. In 2007, it began constructing its first five phases comprising of 300 plus landed units.

Now, Twin Palms is moving forward with its next two phases (a combination of semi-detached and bungalow units): Westiara and Latania. As those botanically savvy would have realised, these phases are named after two species of palm trees. Indeed, the name Twin Palms itself is an anagram of nine species of palm trees: Tsara, Westiara, Indica, Naria, Palmyra, Areca, Latania, Maya and Sierra. In turn, these also refer to each phase of the project’s launch.

LATANIA AND WESTERIA

Twin Palms Sungai Long is made up of a collection of landed properties: super-link homes, semi-detached and bungalow homes.

At Latania and Westiara, you will find luxurious and elegant semi-detached and bungalow homes built along quiet, tree-lined streets. With three storeys of generous spaces and a large driveway for parking three cars side-by-side, these homes are perfect for multi-generation living.

For Latania, these prestigious homes come in built-up options ranging from 3,371 sq ft to 4,017 sq ft. 28 units were launched in May 2017 from a price of RM 1.65 million.

Meanwhile, Westiara bungalows will be launched in August 2018, and will feature 19 units ranging from 4,453 sq ft to 10,052 sq ft. Prices start from RM 2.8 million.

GATES, NOT WALLS

At first glance, living in a gated community evokes a certain closed, walled-off atmosphere; yet it offers spacious parks and walkways to roam around the estate’s manicured gardens.

A well-secured home is a haven for all, especially those with little ones. Twin Palms Sungai Long offers strict 24/7 security and surveillance, with perimeter CCTV surrounding the entire development, 24-hour patrolling and access cards required at every entry and exit points. Furthermore, gated communities mean less traffic.

With a guardhouse acting as a stop point, and with Jalan Palma being the only road that winds lazily around Twin Palms, visitors and residents alike need not fear vehicles turning recklessly from busy main roads into the quiet neighbourhood.

Those with young ones will also benefit from this increased safety and security. Thus, residents are thus able to come home after a long day’s grind to a tranquil and safe domicile to unwind and recharge.

RESORT-STYLE LIVING

Twin Palms aims to create a resort-style living environment for its residents. As a resort home, the estate affords sylvan views of its manicured gardens and tree-lined walkways. There are plenty of benches to allow residents to take in the vistas, or perhaps, enjoy a light jog around the Linear park.

For elderly residents, a leisurely walk around the park after dinner beckons. The lush greenery surrounding the park is part of a decade’s work of nurturing the natural landscape around Twin Palms. As an all-encompassing sanctuary, residents are also able to socialise with each other through purposeful events that the management will hold frequently for the community.

Such community-based activities will include the Twin Palms Family Day, Scavenger Hunts, Get Together Makan- Makan, Dato’ Joey Yap Feng Shui Talk, Twin Palms Chinese New Year Festivities, etc.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

For families, having to commute in and out of the estate for work and play scenarios will be a main deciding factor when purchasing a Twin Palm unit.

But take heart as the estate is close to SILK highway, Grand Saga Cheras-Kajang Expressway, Lekas Highway, and the upcoming East Klang Valley Expressway (EKVE) due to be completed in September 2019. Driving to town, sending the children to school or going out of the estate for work appointments will be a breeze.

SELF-CONTAINED LIVING

One of the merits of living in a gated community is the clubhouse. Twin Palms’ Orinoco Clubhouse offers plenty of features to soak up Vitamin D, unwind, get sporty, and perhaps, get 120 PALACE creative as a family.

The infinity pool and children’s wading pool will be perfect for families to bond over swimming and other water-based activities. Adults can head to the glass-lined gymnasium to burn calories or just chill with a mocktail at the poolside café.

The spa – sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi – is another ideal zone to relax and sweat it out after a hard day’s work. Other features for sporting activities such as badminton, table tennis, and basketball can be enjoyed at the multi-purpose hall. The well-designed children’s playground will ensure tiny tots get their dose of outdoor physical benefits.

RESTFUL RESPITE

Twin Palms is a lifestyle proposition that’s geared for individuals, families or couples who desire a resort-style home Roads lined with trees leading into Twin Palms that offers modern amenities for work and play situations.

Its lush, open surroundings convey that you’re far away from the hubbub of city life, yet it affords security, comfort and enjoyment, all thanks to its raft of modern living features that the estate boasts.

BUYERS’ INFORMATION

PROPERTY: Twin Palms Sungai Long DEVELOPER: Lum Chang Malaysia
HIGHLIGHTS: Resort living 350-900 sqm (approx. 3,500-10,000 sq ft); Gated and Guarded with Club House facilities
PRICE: From RM 2 million (approx. USD 503,240)
CONTACT: Tel: 603 87406888 (Malaysia) 012 788 6685 ( Whatsapp/Call); www.twinpalms.com.my

Gallery des Artiste brings French art to Malaysia

In the budding arts and culture scene of Malaysia, we are always on a constant lookout for new exciting art galleries and establishments to visit in KL.

And latest to the game is Gallery des Artiste, a contemporary fine art gallery that has just opened in Gallery@Tropicana of Tropicana Golf and Country Resort that brings the best of French contemporary art and pop art to Malaysian art lovers, collectors and enthusiasts.

A concept conceived and brought to life by Edith Ho, an avid French art collector, Gallery des Artiste is a space that spans over 8,000 square-feet.

And for its inaugural exhibition, titled “France Is Now”, Edith brought together 10 French artist – Isa K, HeRsK, Jeremi Ca, Thierry Trives, David Ferreira, Laurence C, Nicolas Desbons, Cecil, Kikayou and Sophie Feraud – and Malaysia’s renowned metal sculptor Nizam Abdullah to showcase the best of their works.

With artwork and masterpieces interpreted and created through a variety of mediums and styles that represent some of the current trends in the art world, “France Is Now” is a showcase that will take you on a journey of colour through the craftsmanship and aesthetics of each artist.

And in light of the exhibition, an intimate grand opening party was also hosted and saw a long life of Malaysia’s who’s who in attendance including HE Ambassador of Italy, Maggipinto; HE Ambassador of Brazil, Mr.Carlos Ceglia; Counsellor for Cultural Affairs at the Embassy of France, Roland Husson; and a few members of Malaysian Royal families.

The “France Is Now” art exhibition will be available from now until 30th September 2018 Gallery des Artiste at Gallery@Tropicana.

For more information about Gallery des Artiste, visit www.gallerydesartistes.com.

Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur to be opened in mid-2018

Set to open its doors mid-2018, Four Seasons Hotel Kuala Lumpur is one of the most exciting luxury hotels opening in Kuala Lumpur and we decided to take a little sneak peek of what’s inside this new establishment.

Boasting of 65 stories, the hotel is nestled inside the exclusive Golden Triangle neighbourhood and features 209 expansive guest rooms and suites.

Also within the hotel, there will be 242 private residences and 27 serviced apartments for people who lust after a 5-star hotel-scaled luxury home.

Notched up as second tallest building in Kuala Lumpur after Petronas Twin Towers, the culinary offerings from six restaurants and lounges by Four Seasons are just as attractive as its exterior, which is led by Executive Chef Junious Dickerson.

The list includes Chinese restaurant Yun House; cocktail bar Bar Trigona; The Lounge at Four Seasons, a space off the lobby where you can enjoy meals from day to night; Curate, a buffet restaurant; Pool Bar & Grill, a Middle Eastern cuisine eatery by day and pool bar by night; and Decadent by Four Seasons, a patisserie shop to satiate your desire for sweet indulgences.

To glitz up your holiday after a good sleep and sumptuous meals is the spa featuring two designated couple’s treatment rooms perfect for couples who are on honeymoon. The spa also consists of eight treatment rooms and utilises ancient practices combining modern therapies.

A getaway is not complete without the joy of shopping. The Shoppes, occupying six floors boasts designer boutiques, speciality store and F&B outlets, will give you an exceptional shopping experience.

Shopping aside, there is a fitness centre for exercise lovers which includes steam, sauna, whirlpool and others. This will be the ideal place if you wanna hold events of any scales with a ritzy setting such as weddings, social events and business meetings.

In celebration of its upcoming opening, enjoy an Introductory Offer by the hotel. Visit www.fourseasons.com/kualalumpur for more information.

Asian Heritage Museum to Open at Carcosa Seri Negara, Kuala Lumpur

Exterior of Seri Negara, or King’s House. Image courtesy Alexander Leong

When KK Tan began working with an American fortune hunter back in 2004, he likely didn’t expect to emerge two years later with four containers’ worth of valuable Chinese artefacts entangled in wild tales of piracy and international politics. “Everything happened by fate or accident,” he joked.

The socio-political analyst began working with an American “pirate” to set up an Asian museum with the backing of the Malaysian government and several investors. When the deal fell through, the fortune hunter abruptly fled the country without paying Tan, and the Malaysian High Court order granted him ownership of the abandoned treasure.

When I visited Tan in a nondescript fluorescent-lit office in central Kuala Lumpur, I wasn’t expecting to stumble upon a literal pirate’s treasure trove. Amidst mountains of paper, folders and multiple copies of Crazy Rich Asians, over 2,000 priceless objects await their day in the sun. According to Tan the provenances of many of the pieces are pretty uncertain. Likely, some part of the American’s haul has some of its origins in the hands of the notorious 16th century pirate, Li-ma-hong, whose legacy included terrorising sailors in the South China Sea, and aspirations of his own Filipino kingdom.

Keris and ceremonial swords from the Malay Archipelago. Image courtesy Samantha Cheh

The total sum of the treasure is staggering: there are Spanish signal flares dating back to the time of Columbus, priceless Song Dynasty powder boxes, plates possibly from the infamous Lena shipwreck dredged up off the coast of Philippines, and a 2,500 year old “food vessel” from China’s Warring States period. The great bulk of Tan’s collection comes from China, though there are some fascinating artefacts from the Malay archipelago, including rare brass models of Malay sailing ships, Dabu Dabu drums, exquisite keris and swords from Southern Philippines and Indonesia.

AHM will be setting up shop in the Carcosa Seri Negara complex, which is made up of two buildings: the larger Carcosa house, originally constructed by Malaya’s first Resident, Frank Swettenham, in 1896; and the smaller “Seri Negara”, also known as “King’s House”, which used to house members of Malaya’s various royal families.

In Tan’s view, one of most valuable aspects of the treasure is its value as a bridge between cultures. AHM could be “a way to oppose the terrorism and extremism that’s plaguing the world today” through cultural exchange and discourse. To that end, Carcosa will become a “peace museum” which will house their superstar pieces, and be a reminder of the region’s multicultural roots.

Various examples of Chinese porcelain and pottery from the Asian Heritage Museum (AHM)’s shipwreck collection. Images courtesy Samantha Cheh

It will also feature a shipwreck gallery for AHM’s large shipwreck artefact collection which Tan says is likely the world’s largest. Shipwreck artefacts are becoming increasingly high in demand, though their value and nature is still largely a matter of academic research at this point. Tan said that experts expect that the value of shipwreck treasure will rise tenfold in the next five years.

Seri Negara will be turned into the Artefacts Trading and Performance Arts (ATP) Center, a business arts center targeted at promoting heritage items through live performances of all kinds, including recitals, history and nature walks, and the occasional auction.

AHM is also looking to disrupt the traditional idea of a museum, by inviting the active participation of researchers and students to study their artefacts and continuously build their knowledge base, rather than starting with detailed provenance records. “We challenge the traditional museum approach,” Tan said. “We want to be like Wikipedia, we want to share with the world and let the public contribute.”

A collection of Spanish doubloons from the Asian Heritage Museum (AHM)’s shipwreck collection. Image courtesy Samantha Cheh

AHM will be looking to deploy some of the latest technologies in order to appeal to younger generations, and combat the traditional notion that museums are boring. There are plans to introduce virtual reality and augmented reality capabilities to enhance visitors’ experience and draw large crowds, but also to connect it all in a compelling story of Asia’s rich cultural heritage.

By bringing these new technologies and lost treasures to the old bones of the elegant Carcosa complex, AHM is weaving together voices from across history into compelling story for the Malaysian public. After years as a luxury hotel, Carcosa was closed for refurbishment in 2015 but then left to languish. AHM is currently working to bring it back to life and back into the spotlight, making it relevant again as yet another aspect of the company’s cultural preservation work.

This article was written by Samantha Cheh for Art Republik.

More information at asianheritagemuseum.blogspot.my.

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Here’s What 6 of Kuala Lumpur’s Most Exclusive Condominiums Look Like

With nearly 70 luxury high-rise properties in the KLCC area alone, it can be hard to decide where to park your money in the property market. Here are six of our favourites.

1 | Madge Mansions, Jalan Madge

Madge Mansion

Situated in the Ampang Hilir neighborhood, the low-density, enclave community’s biggest selling point is its exclusive location: foreign embassies, members-only recreational clubs, private schools, walking distance to conveniences and easy access to main highways like AKLEH. Three blocks sit on two acres of freehold land and contain 52 ultra luxurious units, each with a private wading pool. Move to the submerged deck in the Olympic length saltwater pool or immerse in the jacuzzi for a change of scenery. Don’t feel like cooking? Cilantro and La Mexicana are just a short distance away, or hop into a cab to Bukit Bintang for more options.

Listing prices: RM4.4M-RM9.5M
Developer: Gamuda Land

2 | St Mary Residences, Jalan Tengah

St Mary Residences

These serviced condominiums with 457 units get the best of a luxury metropolitan lifestyle and a touch of Penang hospitality—the developer behind St Mary is the same one responsible the famous Eastern & Oriental Hotel in Georgetown. Attractions like Menara KL, Bukit Nanas Forest Reserve and KL Live are practically at its doorstep, whilst food, drink and entertainment are just up the street at Pavilion. The most elite unit here is the rooftop penthouse, which spreads out across three floors. The penthouse is also fitted with designer finishings and a private pool.

Listing prices: RM1.3M-RM7.7M
Developer: Eastern & Oriental Berhad

3 | Epic Luxe Homes at Sentral Residences, KL Sentral

Epic Luxe Homes, Sentral Residences

Anyone looking for an upscale residence near transport and convenience hub KL Sentral should look at Sentral Residences. Epic Luxe Homes is a cluster of 48 luxury units within Sentral Residences, serviced by secured, private lifts. Located on levels 46-53, residents can look forward to coming home to a fantastic view of the KL’s landmarks, including the Lake Gardens. Head up to the Sky Club on level 55 where you can host a barbecue pool party, or make use of the game room, mini theatre, putting green and playground for family night. Who’s up for an evening swim with a view?

Entry price: RM4.7M
Developer: Prema Bonanza/MRCB Land & Quill

4 | Banyan Tree Signature Residences, Jalan Conlay

Banyan Tree Signature at Pavilion

Operated by premium hotels and resorts brand Banyan Tree, this 60-storey building holds 441 private units, 51 serviced apartments and 50 hotel suites. It’s been hailed as a trendsetter, being one of the first international branded residences to make its way into the KL property market. Besides the huge convenience of Pavilion Mall as a neighbour, residents and guests can look forward to having Banyan Tree’s world-class, signature spa and resort style services at their beck and call.

Listing prices: RM2M-RM9.5M
Developer: Pavilion Group

5 | The Binjai on the Park, Jalan Kia Peng

The Binjai on the Park

The listings for a place here start at a minimum of RM4.1 million, and penthouses range between RM20 million to RM50 million. Burmese teak, quality stone tops and Gaggenau kitchen appliances feature with your ultra-luxurious abode. But it’s rumours of a certain mysterious billionaire making his home here that will make living here even more exciting. Not to mention, you’ll never be lacking anything with all the conveniences around. Most of the 147 units here will also enjoy a close up view of the Twin Towers—glittering in the day, glowing at night—from the comfort of their own living rooms.

Listing prices: RM4.1M-RM50M
Developer: KLCC Property

6 | Stonor 3, Lorong Stonor

Credit: Stonor 3

Just a seven minute walk from Binjai on the Park is Stonor 3, a certified green building. It makes an environmentally friendly statement at the main entrance with a wood-finish trellis covered with verdant plants. Residents also get to enjoy communing with the outdoors without having to leave the compound—grounds feature garden pavilions on the ground floor, and a rooftop garden walk path. Each unit in the 41-storey building range between 650-1232 sq. ft., and is fully fitted with European kitchenware and Japanese bathrooms, which include a semi-sunken Japanese-style soaking tubs with a bench seat.

Listing prices: RM1.1M-RM2.5
Developer: Tan & Tan Developments Berhad & Mitsubishi Jisho Residence Co. Ltd