Golden Era Àgbékalẹ̀ Inú Ilé Ìtajà Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Wúrà àti Òkúta Iyebíye by Yun Khong Chia is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award in Àpẹẹrẹ Àyà Inú Ilé àti Ibi Àfihàn Competition Category.
IdẹInú Ilé· 2026
Golden Era Àgbékalẹ̀ Inú Ilé Ìtajà Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Wúrà àti Òkúta Iyebíye
Client: Design Gallery Sdn Bhd
Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award Winner in Inú Ilé Category
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About Golden Era Àgbékalẹ̀ Inú Ilé Ìtajà Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Wúrà àti Òkúta Iyebíye
Golden Era jẹ́ gbọ̀ngàn tí wọ́n ti ń ta ohun ọ̀ṣọ́ iyebíye tó wà ní Sabah, orílẹ̀-èdè Malaysia. Ètò ìgbékalẹ̀ rẹ̀ dá lórí àwọn gbọ̀ngàn ilé ìkóhun-ìṣẹ̀ǹbáyé-sí, ó sì ń darí àwọn àbẹ̀wò kọjá ní ọ̀nà tó rọra tó sì ní ìlànà. Wọ́n lo ìtànṣán iná oníṣẹ̀lẹ̀-ń-tẹ̀lé láti fi hàn kedere ohun kọ̀ọ̀kan tí wọ́n gbé kalẹ̀ àti láti mú kí ìdán àwọn ohun ọ̀ṣọ́ náà túbọ̀ tàn yòò. Àwọn ohun èlò tó wà nínú rẹ̀ ni pátákó plywood tí wọ́n fi ìpele bò, irin aláìlábàwọ́n tí wọ́n fi àwọ̀ wúrà parí, àwọn ètò ìfihàn onígíláàsì àti àwọn ojú ilẹ̀ oníhun tó rọ̀. Ètò ìṣọ̀kan gbẹ́nàgbẹ́nà tó ṣeé pín sí ẹ̀yà-ẹ̀yà ń ṣe àtìlẹ́yìn fún iṣẹ́ ṣíṣe tó péye, ìgbékalẹ̀ tó rọrùn àti ìtọ́jú tí kò nira. Wọ́n so ọ̀nà ìrìnká tó ṣí sílẹ̀ pọ̀ mọ́ àwọn agbègbè ìfihàn tí a yà sọ́tọ̀ láti mú ìwọ̀ntúnwọ̀nsì wà láàrín ìtura àti ààbò.
The Recognition
About the Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award
Golden Era Àgbékalẹ̀ Inú Ilé Ìtajà Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Wúrà àti Òkúta Iyebíye jẹ́ olùborí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award, ìdánimọ̀ olókìkí gan-an tí a fún àwọn àwòṣe tó tayọ tí wọ́n yàtọ̀ nípasẹ̀ ìṣẹ̀dá, àrékérekè àti ọgbọ́n inú. Àwọn olùborí Idẹ jẹ́ àwọn ohun èlò tó ní ìjáfáfá gan-an tí wọ́n sì ní ìṣẹ̀dá tó yani lẹ́nu tí wọ́n ń ṣe ẹ̀rí ìrírí gbígbòòrò, ìrònú àti ọgbọ́n àwọn olùṣàwòṣe wọn. A retí pé Golden Era Àgbékalẹ̀ Inú Ilé Ìtajà Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Wúrà àti Òkúta Iyebíye yóò jẹ́ ohun tí a kà sí gidigidi, tí a gbóríyìn fún tí a sì nífẹ̀ẹ́, tó jẹ́ ti ọ̀jáfáfá lọ́nà tó ṣe pàtàkì tó sì ní ìmúṣẹ̀dá tuntun. Àwòṣe tó borí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award yìí ń kó àwọn ọ̀nà tó dára jùlọ nínú iṣẹ́ ọnà, sáyẹ́ǹsì, àwòṣe àti ìmọ̀-ẹ̀rọ jọ, ó sì tayọ nítorí àfiyèsí rẹ̀ sí àwọn àlàyé kékeré. Golden Era Àgbékalẹ̀ Inú Ilé Ìtajà Ohun Ọ̀ṣọ́ Wúrà àti Òkúta Iyebíye ń tẹ́ àwọn ohun tí a nílò lọ́rùn lọ́nà àgbàyanu, ó ń fọwọ́ kan àwọn ìfẹ́ inú, ó ń gbà ọkàn ó sì ń fa ìfẹ́ láti mọ̀ mọ́ra.
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
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