Kopitiam - Malaysian Coffee Shop

Kampung (village) Boy is a retro 1970s kopitiam (coffee shop in Malaysian context). With that aspect,
our team designed the kopitiam that evokes a nostalgic, rustic charm, blending traditional village
architecture with the bustling, communal vibe of a classic Malaysian coffee shop.
In terms of architectural framework, the kopitiam features cement & wooden walls, along with vintage
floral mosaic tiles, which were common while signature housing features in that era. The outer look of
the restaurant is even equipped with the real old wooden window frames, which come with peeling
paint & creaky textures, as well as a wooden glass door painted in faded green. Furthermore, we created
few wall murals relating to Malaysia’s multicultural heritage & kampung lifestyle. There are naïve child
peeking out the wooden house window, old man making traditional coffee and tea, women in traditional
kebaya outfits chatting with each other by the window, a grandfather and grandson having breakfast in
at a kopitiam. All of them are common yet beautiful scenarios which foster a sense of small-town
camaraderie.
To further engage the consumers into the classic Malaysian coffeeshop ambience, the coffeeshop is
decorated with marble-topped & wooden tables, rattan-woven chairs & lamps, open wooden shelves
displaying vintage enamel containers and old home furniture as decor. Some vintage posters, wall clock,
and wrought-iron pendant lamps with warm yellow bulbs help further enhancing the well-loved retro
ambience too.
This kopitiam would feel like a time capsule—a cozy, unpretentious space where the simplicity
of kampung life meets the lively energy of Malaysia’s coffee culture, all steeped in 1970s nostalgia. Most
importantly, It brings a laid-back vibe where people gather, chat, and enjoy traditional snacks and coffee.