We all are aware that furnishing a whole home or an apartment - even just one room - can be quite costly. And while we love scoring modern, affordable furniture from the popular direct-to-consumer, furniture brands such as IKEA, sometimes you want something that can't be found in almost everyone’s home or office.
To help expand your horizons beyond IKEA, we have rounded up 8 affordable home decor and furniture stores in Penang for you to explore. Whether you’re moving into a new home or just planning to update your house’s interior with new furniture, we think this list will come in handy for every style and budget. Let’s get started!
1. Sweet Home | Stylish modern furniture
If you want to furnish your home with high-quality furniture without breaking the bank, Sweet Home is the place to go. Their spacious showroom in Simpang Ampat displays a huge selection of stylish furniture, suitable for any modern home including sofas, bedroom sets, shoe racks, dining tables, coffee tables, TV consoles, and shelving units. With a wide range of styles and a huge inventory, you're bound to find something you love in this store!
Sweet Home is also notable for its customer-centric approach to business. Their professional team can assist you in planning the layout of your furniture as well as advising you on colours that will complement the design style of your home.
Our picks:
Address: 1364, Jalan Besar, Taman Mas, 14100 Simpang Ampat, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Monday to Sunday (Daily) 8.55 am to 8.33 pm
Visit their website: sweethome.com.my
2. DoYoung Malaysia | Fashion meets function furniture
If “on-trend” furniture and décor are on your to-buy list, DoYoung Malaysia is one of the best alternatives to IKEA. The brand’s bread and butter are its stylish, functional decor and streamlined modern furniture pieces and everything is set at reasonable prices.
We personally think that it has plenty of good-looking options to round out a space and will make you feel like you live inside a Pinterest-worthy home!
Our picks:
Address: 119B, Jalan Makloom, George Town, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Mon-Sun: 10.00am to 10.00pm
Visit their website: doyoung.com.my
3. Kome Furniture | Cosy wooden furniture
If nature-inspired accents are your jam, Kome Furniture will deliver in terms of sofas, coffee tables, chairs, bar countertop and more. Founded in 2014, Kome Furniture specializes in selling furniture made of high-quality natural wood sourced from Europe, North America and Southeast Asia.
Their pieces are a great investment as they can remain with you for years and can then be handed down to your grandkids or other family members as heirlooms.
Our picks:
Address: No.6K, Jalan Siput Kepah, Tanjung Tokong, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Mon-Sun: 11am to 8pm
Visit their website: komefurniture.com
4. Fella Design | Bespoke furniture
Fella Design has 21 brick-and-mortar stores across Malaysia and they offer stylish furniture at just about every budget level. On top of that, Fella Design's sofa is customizable so you can design your sofa as you see fit.
Almost all furniture types are available in various materials, including different woods and more than 1000 fabric options. Hence, it’s a great place to purchase large items that you’ll keep for a long time or if you are looking for a sofa to match your monochrome-themed living room.
Our picks:
Address: M01, Mezzanine Floor, Island Plaza, 118, Jalan Tanjung Tokong, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Mon-Sun: 10.00am to 10.00pm
Visit their website: fella.com.my
5. Unicane Furniture | Indoor & outdoor rattan furniture
If you’re interested in indoor and outdoor furniture made from natural-sourced materials such as willow, bamboo and rattan, then Unicare Furniture is your store.
There, you can find everything from chic wicker sofa sets, daybeds, lounge chairs and beautiful handcrafted items such as handbags, boxes and baskets made from rattan. Their indoor and outdoor furniture selection is suitable for those seeking to create a relaxed vibe in a room, where you can be at home and comfortable in a beautiful space.
Our picks:
Address: 104, Jalan Trengganu, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Mon-Sat: 9.30 am to 6.30 pm Sun: Closed
Visit their website: unicanefurniture.com
6. More Design | Stylish designer pieces
More Design is the best place to go if you’re looking to outfit your home with designer pieces that serve both fashion and function. The shop carries everything from entryway furniture to small kitchen items to charming pots and vases at a very reasonable price.
We also love how More Design offers package options for those seeking to furnish and decorate an entire room (including feature wall paint) so you can fully transform your living room and save the hassle of hiring an interior designer at a super affordable cost.
Our picks:
Address: 2-1-33A, Tingkat Mahsuri, The One, Bayan Lepas, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Mon-Sun: 10 am to 6 pm
Visit their website: moredesign.com
7. Ashley Furniture Homestore | Country chic-style furniture
If you like country-chic style, you'll love Ashley Furniture Homestore. It is the no.1 furniture retailer in the United States and has more than 900 store locations around the globe, including in Penang.
Offering numerous stylish items from office chairs to dining benches, Ashley Furniture Homestore prices might cost more than other stores on this list, but it will make your home look pretty enough for a magazine cover!
Our picks:
Address: Ashley Homestore 163D-4-22A & 23, Gurney Paragon Mall, Persiaran Gurney, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Mon-Sun: 10.00am to 10.00pm
Visit their website: ashleyfurniture.com.my
8. Timeless Design | Simple, elegant and timeless furniture
Founded in 2005, this retailer has everything you need to furnish your home from sofas to lighting fixtures and kitchen carts. They also have a large selection of children's furniture, so you can outfit your children's rooms as well.
In terms of style, their furniture collections range from Scandinavian to mid-century modern, to vintage, and contemporary design. Whether you decide to furnish your entire space or buy one or two pieces, you can always count on Timeless Design to enhance your home’s aesthetic.
Our picks:
Address: No. 37A & B, Lebuh Pantai, 10300 George Town, Penang.
Showroom opening hours: Mon-Sat: 9.00am to 6.00pm
Visit their website: timelessdesign.com.my
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