02/06/2026
Over the past few posts, we’ve been sharing the journey behind Malaya and this time, we wanted to reveal even more.
At Design by Bunga, we’re truly grateful to have had the opportunity to build and develop a brand as thoughtful and meaningful as Malaya. From the very beginning, every detail was crafted with intention, allowing culture, nature, and emotion to shape the entire experience.
Malaya was designed as more than a perfume bottle, it was shaped as an object of memory, ritual, and meaning.
The bottle body draws inspiration from the Terenang, a traditional Malay pottery vessel once used to store oils and herbal extracts. Much like fragrance itself, these vessels were created to hold something precious, personal, and lasting.
Our exploration began with clay, a material deeply rooted in Malay craft traditions. From there, the form evolved through soft architectural arches, ornamental rhythms, and the quiet warmth found in traditional Malay craftsmanship. Every curve was designed to feel fluid, grounded, and timeless.
very detail was designed to translate culture, nature, and emotion into form.