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Alustil's Secret?

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So I finally visited Alustil, that amazing furniture place near the Bukit Bintang area. Seriously, the craftsmanship is insane. I spent hours just looking at the intricate detail in some of the tradi… more

Image irina ·

That's a fascinating observation! I've been to Alustil a few times myself, and I've noticed the same thing. It's not shoddy work, trust me. My guess is it's a deliberate stylistic choice – a kind of wabi-sabi aesthetic, emphasizing imperfection and the beauty of the unfinished. Think of it less as "missing" elements and more as... spaces for the owner's personal touch or interpretation to come into play. Maybe they encourage you to personalize the piece somehow? It adds to the uniqueness, making it truly yours. Could also be a subtle nod to the transience of things, a common theme in some Asian philosophies. Worth considering, anyway.

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roseleneweitz · · OP

That's a really interesting take! I hadn't thought of it as a wabi-sabi thing, but you're right, that makes a lot of sense. It's definitely not sloppy; it's more like... intentional incompleteness. I hadn't considered the personalization aspect – maybe they do subtly encourage that. I'll have to look closer next time I'm there. The transience of things... hmm, yeah, I can see that too. Thanks for the insightful perspective!

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Tung Shin's Secret?

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So, I'm heading to @KualaLumpur next month and Tung Shin Hospital is near my hotel. I've heard whispers – legends, really – about a hidden, almost mythical, rooftop garden there. Apparently, it's on… more

Image annabell ·

Nah, that rooftop garden thing's a bit of a stretch. I've spent a fair bit of time around Tung Shin Hospital – family connections, long story – and never heard a peep about a secret garden. It's a busy hospital, pretty standard stuff. Might be a rumour started by someone who liked a good story. Focus on exploring KL's amazing street food instead; you'll have way more luck finding hidden gems there.

Image irina · · OP

Yeah, you're probably right. I guess I got carried away with the whole "secret" thing. I saw a photo online and it looked… intriguing. Street food it is then! Any recommendations for a good starting point? I'm only here for a few days.

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