Suri karas: heritage coffee table

Rusli, Muhammad Asmirul and Ali, Norarifah (2025) Suri karas: heritage coffee table. Design Innovation Academic Show (DIAS) 2025. pp. 624-630. ISSN 978672948780

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Abstract

SURIKARAS is a rustic coffee table inspired by the kuih karas, lace like form of Kuih Karas, a traditional Malaysian snack recognized for its intricate golden threads. This design reimagines the kuih's signature pattern into a handcrafted tabletop that celebrates local food heritage through material and form. Constructed from solid reclaimed wood, the table highlights natural textures and embraces the raw elegance of rustic aesthetics. The tabletop’s surface pattern draws from the swirling visual of kuih karas, while woven rattan elements are subtly integrated into the base paying homage to traditional Malaysian craftsmanship. Finished with handsanding, charring, and a natural matte coat, the table reflects artisanal care and warmth. Developed in collaboration with Suri Decor, SURIKARAS blends heritage-inspired design with contemporary usability. The result is a culturally rich and functional coffee table that invites storytelling and connection. SURIKARAS brings tradition into the modern home, turning everyday furniture into a tribute to Malaysia’s vibrant design language.

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Item Type: Article
Creators:
Creators
Email / ID Num.
Rusli, Muhammad Asmirul
Muhdasmirul89@gmail.com
Ali, Norarifah
norarifah@uitm.edu.my
Contributors:
Contribution
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Email / ID Num.
Editor
Shawalluddin, Syahrini
syahrini@uitm.edu.my
Editor
Jamaludin, Juaini
juaini@uitm.edu.my
Editor
Hassan, Normaziana
normazianahassan@uitm.edu.my
Editor
Mohd Yusof, Fadila
fadila675@uitm.edu.my
Subjects: T Technology > TS Manufactures > Production management. Operations management
T Technology > TS Manufactures > Production management. Operations management > Product engineering > Product design. Industrial design
T Technology > TS Manufactures > Furniture
Divisions: Universiti Teknologi MARA, Kedah > Sg Petani Campus > Faculty of Art and Design
Journal or Publication Title: Design Innovation Academic Show (DIAS) 2025
ISSN: 978672948780
Page Range: pp. 624-630
Keywords: Rustic furniture, Malaysian heritage, Suri décor, Cultural design, Handcrafted table
Date: 2025
URI: https://ir.uitm.edu.my/id/eprint/135837
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