The Best Places to Score Vintage Furniture and Decor in Klang Valley

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Here’s where to find some of the best vintage pieces for your home.

In this era of cookie-cutter designs, vintage and retro elements offer a refreshing departure, allowing you to infuse your living spaces with character, history, and a touch of nostalgia. Whether you're drawn to the sleek lines of mid-century modern furniture, the ornate craftsmanship of antique decor, or the vibrant, kitschy vibe of the retro era, these pieces can breathe life into your home in ways that modern alternatives often cannot.

If you are looking for this type of furniture for your home, then you're in the right place! Here we break down several vintage and retro stores around the Klang Valley that you should consider visiting. Some of these shops specialise in selling refurbished items, while others sell reproductions of antiques. They are also shops that sell items in their original condition with minor imperfections - a testament to how they have stood the test of time. Happy treasure hunting!

1. The Gilded Lion Antiques, Art & Photographs - rare vintage and antiques from all over the world

Stepping inside Gilded Lion Antiques is akin to a journey through time. This store provides an enchanting browsing experience, brimming with unique finds and exceptionally rare items that are often associated with museum collections. According to Anna, the shopkeeper, a majority of the items on display were acquired from flea markets scattered across Europe, Africa, and Asia, encompassing a wide spectrum of design periods and styles.

Customers can anticipate finding a diverse selection of furniture, such as chairs, coffee tables, and console tables, alongside decorative accents like candle holders, lamps, vases, and mirrors. In addition to these offerings, the shop also houses a remarkable collection of rare books, vintage artworks, and photographs to complete the look.

Location: Level UG, Bangsar Village, 2, Jalan Telawi, 59000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Daily 10am-10pm
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2. Koleksi Malaya - retro kopitiam tableware

Koleksi Malaya is a go-to for timeless goods. The shop is designed to make you feel like you're walking into an old kopitiam where vintage items such as old kopitiam tables and chairs, old kopitiam cups and saucers with their trademark green floral patterns, vintage televisions, radios,display cabinets, and antique cameras are neatly displayed. While these goods were previously used, they have been lovingly restored and cleaned to their once-original condition.

The owner is a local treasure hunter with a knack for finding unexpected pieces from his travels. These include collectibles such as old Coca-Cola bottles, tools, toys, clocks, and so on and sell or display them at this shop. However, do note that this shop is open only by appointment, so do make a call in advance before you pay a visit to the store!

Location: No. 10, Jalan Jujur 2, Bandar Tun Razak, 56000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: By appointment basis
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3. Central Market - small antiques and collectibles from Asia

If you’re searching for small antiques and collectibles, you’ll definitely want to check out Central Market. The mall is lined with rows of antique and vintage shops selling items such as vintage dinnerware, vases, clocks, metalware, coins, artwork, and retro toys. You can also purchase traditional Malaysian musical instruments such as gongs or gamelan that can be turned into a unique display in your home. The majority of the vintage and antique items sold here are from Malaysia and other Asian countries, such as China.

Among the list of antique shops available are Collectibles (antiques from Malaysia and China), House of Heritage (antiques and collectibles), Grand Fathers Collection (Chinese antiques), Kota Pinang (antiques and collectibles), and Peranakan Heritage Gallery (selling old Peranakan items like baskets, vases, and porcelain tea sets).

Location: Lot 3.04-3.06, 06, Jalan Hang Kasturi, City Centre, 50050 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Daily 10am - 8pm
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4. Syarikat Tai Fatt Heng - vintage kitchenware, dinnerware and tableware

Syarikat Tai Fatt Heng serves as an excellent destination for discovering vintage Chinese-inspired kitchen goods.

For instance, you can buy plain ceramic plates (traditionally used in Malaysian Chinese families) with blue and white patterns around the edges, or the ones with a cockerel motif, hibiscus, or the tea rose. There are also vintage Peranakan tea sets in lovely pastel colours (pink, turquoise, and green) with intricate scalloped edges and phoenix motifs.

In addition to vintage dinnerware, they also sell modern dining plates and bowls with vibrant colours and unique patterns, so you’ll be spoiled for choice. The best part is that you can buy things for as little as RM10, so it would be a miracle if you didn't leave with a few items!

Location: Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Daily 10am - 10pm

5. TriBeCa Artisan - nostalgic-looking furniture and decor

Located inside Bangsar Village II shopping mall, TriBeCa Artisan is a great place to shop if you want to add some retro charm to your home. Every corner of the shop is packed with stylish and unique items including drawers, lamps, tiffins, table runners, vases, rattan chairs, large mirrors, and partitions, just to name a few. While the items sold here are brand new, they are intended to pay homage to mid-century styles that were popular from the 1950s to the 1970s.

For instance, we spotted a set of PVC-rubber string chairs that we probably recall seeing in ourgrandparents’ homes growing up. It is such a nostalgic piece that is truly a blast from the past. So whether you’re looking for a piece for your personal collection or a gift for a loved one, you'll be able to find something you like at a reasonable price.

Location: Lot 1F-27, Level 1, No.2, Jalan Telawi 1, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: Daily 10am- 8pm
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6. Recro Furniture - mid-century modern furniture

Recro furniture is a popular choice for those looking to furnish their home with a mid-century modern style. The shop carries a wide range of curated vintage pieces, and their collections are mostly from the 1950s and 1960s, as seen by the simple lines, pencil legs, and seamless joints.

This store offers an extensive array of items for sale, including dining tables, coffee tables, sideboards, armchairs, console tables, and barstools. Because they’re all original vintage pieces, note that they’re available in limited quantities, and won't be restocked once sold.

The shop also offers furniture restoration services. If you happen to have a chair with a worn-out cushion, you can send it to them for reupholstering, giving it a fresh new look while retaining its aged character.

Location: No 53, Lorong Rahim Kajai 13, Taman Tun Dr Ismail 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Phone: 6018 472 4008
Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday 11.30am - 6pm
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7. Chinatown Treasures - newly made retro-style furniture and decor from China

Chinatown Treasure is the place to go if you want to infuse your home an oriental charm without spending a fortune (compared to buying original antique pieces). According to the shop owner, Mr. Jimmy, every piece of item in this store is newly made and produced in China, and they are designed to look like furniture made in the 16th and 17th centuries (Ming Dynasty). Whether you’re looking for an intricately carved wooden partition to add a touch of privacy to your abode or an antique-looking vase to be displayed in your living room, chances are, you’ll find them in this shop.

With plenty of dressing tables, armchairs, wooden doors, console tables, cabinets and chairs, lamps, vases, mirrors, and decor, you’ll be literally spoiled for choice. Prices start from hundreds of ringgit onwards, and the best part is that they offer free delivery throughout Klang Valley.

Location: 44, Jalan SS 26/13, Taman Mayang Jaya, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: By appointment
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8. Amcorp Mall Weekend Flea Market - a mix of everything

Amcorp Mall is a haven for shopping, not just for vintage and antique furniture or decor but also for other items in general. There are numerous shops in the mall that specialise in old coins, stamps, vintage music records, classic toys, jewellery, and even comic books. Among the list of antique and vintage furniture shops available at the mall are Teh Collectibles, Old and Interesting, and Victorian Rose. However, if you want to visit during the week, check the opening hours, as many shops are typically closed during the week.

While the mall is mostly quiet during the week, it comes alive during the weekend flea market. Located on the lower ground and ground floors, there will be rows of stalls selling an assortment of interesting finds, including sterling flatware, jewellery, glassware, ceramics, tableware, art, furniture, and lighting. Perhaps the most exciting part is that you never know what you'll discover here, so come with an open mind!

Location: Lot G-01, G floor, Amcorp Mall, 18 Persiaran Barat, Off, Jalan Timur, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours: Weekends 10am - 8pm
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