Golden Era Naqshadda Gudaha ee Dukaanka Dahabka by Yun Khong Chia

Golden Era Naqshadda Gudaha ee Dukaanka Dahabka by Yun Khong Chia is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award in Naqshadeynta Qolalka Gudaha iyo Bandhigyada Competition Category.

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Golden Era Naqshadda Gudaha ee Dukaanka Dahabka

by Yun Khong Chia

Client: Design Gallery Sdn Bhd

Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award Winner in Gudaha Category

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The Design

About Golden Era Naqshadda Gudaha ee Dukaanka Dahabka

Golden Era waa goob iibinta dahabka oo ku taal Sabah, Malaysia. Qaabka goobta wuxuu ka duulayaa qolalka bandhigyada matxafyada, wuxuuna booqdayaasha ku hagayaa waddo deggan oo si nidaamsan u qorsheysan. Iftiin lakab-lakab ah ayaa loo adeegsaday si loo muujiyo bandhig kasta iyo in kor loogu qaado dhalaalka dahabka. Alaabta la isticmaalay waxaa ka mid ah looxyo alwaax ah oo lakabaysan, bir aan daxal galin oo dahab lagu dahaadhay, nidaamyo bandhig oo muraayad ah iyo dusaska jilicsan ee dareen leh. Nidaam alwaax-isku-dhafan oo qaybo ah ayaa taageeraya samaynta saxda ah, rakibaad fudud iyo dayactir sahlan. Wareeg furan ayaa lagu daray aagag bandhig oo qeexan si loo dheellitiro raaxada iyo amniga.

The Recognition

About the Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award

Golden Era Naqshadda Gudaha ee Dukaanka Dahabka waa guuleystaha Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award, aqoonsi sharaf sare leh oo la siiyo naqshado aan caadi ahayn oo lagu garto hal-abuur, hal-abuur cusub iyo caqli. Guuleystayaasha Naxaasta waa shaqooyin xirfad buuxda leh iyo hal-abuur yaab leh oo xaqiijiya khibrad weyn, male-awaal iyo kartida naqshadeeyayaashooda. Golden Era Naqshadda Gudaha ee Dukaanka Dahabka waa walax la filayo inay noqoto mid aad loo tixgeliyo, la ixtiraamo oo la jecel yahay, xirfad cad leh oo hal-abuur cusub leh. Naqshadahan ku guuleystay Abaalmarinta Naxaasta ah ee A' Design Award wuxuu ku darsadaa hab-dhaqanno ugu wanaagsan farshaxanka, sayniska, naqshadaynta iyo tignoolajiyada wuxuuna ku fiican yahay dhawrista tafaasiisha. Golden Era Naqshadda Gudaha ee Dukaanka Dahabka si fiican ayay u buuxisaa baahiyaha, taabataa rabitaannada, soo jiidataa dareenka kicinayaanna xiisaha aqoonta.

Behind the Design

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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: This design stands out with its gallery-inspired layout, creating a refined retail journey that highlights craftsmanship and elegance. Custom lighting enhances each display, while rich textures and premium finishes evoke luxury. The design balances openness with security, offering an intimate yet elevated shopping experience that redefines jewelry retail in Sabah. Its cultural subtlety, modern detailing, and spatial precision reflect both artistry and purpose.
Dimensions & Packaging: Constructed with a modular joinery system using laminated plywood panels, stainless steel elements in gold finish, and selected feature boards for contrast. The façade integrates lightbox signage, concealed LED strip lighting, and glass display systems to enhance product visibility. U-channel trims articulate the geometry while maintaining clean detailing. Fabrication emphasizes precision, prefabrication, and ease of installation, with coordinated electrical routing and lighting integration to ensure consistency, durability, and efficient maintenance.
Tags: Luxury retail design, jewelry store interior, modern gallery concept, bespoke lighting, Sabah design, glass, premium materials, spatial flow, cultural elegance
Production Technology: The design was developed through a user-focused approach, combining spatial zoning with sensory design techniques. High-quality materials like brushed metal, glass, and velvet textures were selected for their visual and tactile richness. Precision lighting was layered to enhance brilliance and depth. 3D modeling and iterative prototyping ensured accurate spatial flow, display ergonomics, and optimal customer experience.
Design Challenge: The biggest challenge was balancing high-end aesthetics with practical retail needs. We had to design a luxurious space that also ensured security, staff efficiency, and customer comfort. Limited space, local building codes, and material sourcing in Sabah were external hurdles. Internally, creating a modern identity while respecting cultural expectations was key. We overcame this by testing layouts, customizing materials, and refining every detail through hands-on mockups and client feedback.
Research: We focused on design research to create a truly luxurious ambiance. Our objective was to understand what makes a space feel premium, secure, and emotionally engaging. We studied high-end retail environments, customer behavior, and luxury hospitality spaces. The results revealed that understated elegance, warm lighting, and tactile materials create a lasting impression. This research led to a refined design that enhances brand perception, encourages longer visits, and sets a new benchmark for luxury retail in Sabah.
Inspiration: Inspired by the timeless allure of gold and the elegance of fine jewelry, the design aims to elevate the retail experience into one of curated sophistication. The concept draws from museum galleries and Sabah’s rich cultural artistry, merging tradition with modern luxury. Research into lighting psychology, spatial flow, and material tactility informed a design that not only showcases jewelry but tells a story of heritage, trust, and refined taste.
Project Duration: The designing of the project started in November 2024; Renovation is completed by end of April 2025.
Operation Flow: It is designed to guide customers effortlessly through the space, creating a calm and elegant journey. Lighting draws attention to each jewelry piece, while the layout encourages natural flow and close interaction. Display cases are placed for comfort and visibility, making browsing feel personal and exclusive. The design helps customers feel secure, valued, and inspired-enhancing trust and making the experience more memorable and enjoyable.
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Image Credits: Photographer Credits: AP Production Sabah