What if an oil palm trunk could become part of the spaces we design next? At ARCHIDEX 2026, we explored how wellness, sustainability and material innovation can shape better spaces. One material that became part of that conversation was OnCore® by IOI Palm Wood — transforming oil palm trunks from Malaysia's replanting cycle into PalmCore panels developed for furniture and interior applications. For architects and designers, it presents a different way to think about an existi

From 29 July to 1 August 2026, the local and international design community gathered at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) for ARCHIDEX 2026. Under this year’s theme, “The Bold Future”, the event explored how spaces can be designed for a rapidly changing world. For BAREKA by KIAN, this is especially relevant to the F&B industry, where bars, restaurants and cafés are shaped by more than just aesthetics. How customers move, sit, interact and feel in

In a world striving for sustainability, every choice matters. At BAREKA by Kian, we believe that environmental stewardship isn’t just about recycling—it’s about creating a circular economy where resources are reused and reimagined. One of our recent projects exemplifies this commitment: the journey of well-loved plastic chairs coming full circle to become the foundation for new products. From Comfort to Commitment: The Story Begins For years, our plastic chairs served their

Coffee grounds are no longer just a by-product of your daily brew. Through material innovation, used coffee grounds can be repurposed into a functional composite material — giving rise to the Coffee Grounds Chair, a seating solution designed with sustainability in mind. What Is a Coffee Grounds Chair? Used coffee grounds repurposed into material for the Coffee Grounds Chair: Arabica Armchair (left) & Arabica Chair (right). Robusta Chair with Ash Legs The Coffee Grounds Chair

From Wood to Wood Plastic Composite Developed as a sustainable option of traditional wood, wood plastic composite (WPC) is a relatively new material that is made from a blend of recycled plastics and wood fibres. Aptly named as Skate Chair, as its backrest design is similar to a skateboard. It has an added value for easy maintenance compared to wood, which makes it an ideal piece for your outdoor space. Made from wood plastic composite (WPC) Recyclable material For indoor or

How at-risk plastic waste is transformed into durable furniture for modern F&B spaces. Ocean-bound plastic chair used in a modern café setting, combining sustainable materials with commercial durability. Ocean-bound plastic refers to plastic waste that is at risk of entering the ocean — typically discarded plastic found within about 50 km of coastlines or waterways where waste management systems are limited or ineffective. By collecting this plastic before it reaches the sea,

Reclaimed Denim HPL Turn Your Denim Jeans into a Tabletop Who would’ve thought that your pair of old denim jeans could be made into a sustainable tabletop? The Reclaimed Denim HPL is our newest high-pressure laminate (HPL) that is made of 60% reclaimed denim fibre from old, discarded jeans. Definitely a product that stands out for its inventive use of recycled fabric material. The Reclaimed Denim HPL conforms to GREENGUARD Certification and Carbon Reduction Label. High-pres

At BAREKA by Kian, we give timber a new life. We’re not just recycling timber; we’re re-imagining it and making it better than it was before. We source our timber from old houses, factories and warehouses when they are about to be demolished. We hand-remove all the timber and restore it- making it better than it was before. When you choose our recycled timber, you’re not only doing your bit in helping the Earth, but you’re getting a better-quality product at the same time! We