Solid wood furniture is reasonably popular in Singapore. After all, Singaporeans are deeply obsessed with the likes of Muji and Scanteak, and even a good amount of IKEA furniture tends to trend towards minimalist, wood-heavy designs. Luckily for us, we get to indulge even more in our wood furniture obsession at Big Brain In JB.
You might have already seen this store in our furniture shop recommendations from across the Causeway, but affordable furniture pieces from your favourite K-dramas are not the only reason to shop here. Big Brain is big on wooden furniture, with fun contemporary pieces that will fit everything from Scandi- to Jungalow-style homes.
If you’re still contemplating a trip there, here are 10 pieces that might compel you to pay a visit to them some time.
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1. White-black sofa set: RM1,637 (~S$468.95)
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Starting off with a piece that was featured in the hit 2017 tvN series Guardian: The Lonely and Great God, this sofa set is a great addition to the simple, laid-back home aesthetic. It is made of polyester, but done in a weave that emulates the look of linen. This would help to add texture to the room, making it great for farmhouse-style interiors.
The fabric of this sofa basically covers the eucalyptus wood frame underneath; a nice touch that helps soften the look of the overall piece.
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Of course, superfans are also entirely free to buy it to recreate the simple apartment that belongs to the series’ deuteragonist, Ji Eun-Tak.
Buy the White-black sofa set for RM1,637 (~S$468.95).
2. ECO mobile phone speaker dock: RM67 (~S$19.19)
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If you’re looking for a cute little trinket for your jungalow study desk, this ECO mobile phone speaker dock might just do the trick. Made entirely out of solid wood, this is a cute little place to store your phone when you’re busy typing away at your laptop during those work-from-home days.
A big part of buying solid wood furniture is that you’ll always have graining and wood details that are unique to your piece. Its design is ingenious in that the hole is meant to function as an acoustic amplifier, giving your favourite tracks a nice woodsy quality.
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You can even thread a wire through so that it can double as a charging dock.
Buy the ECO mobile phone speaker dock for RM67 (~S$19.19).
3. Contemporary centrepiece dining table: RM947 (~S$271.29)
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Those looking for something really contemporary wouldn’t be disappointed by Big Brain’s selections either. With its unique legs and small steel supports holding up the main tabletop, this piece would definitely fit the bill for those looking for a cool conversation starter at the dining table.
Although it bears a very novel look, it comes in a subdued palette that helps it to blend in with lots of wood-heavy interior design styles.
Buy this contemporary centrepiece dining table for RM947 (~S$271.29).
4. BALLET console table: RM87 (~S$24.94)
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This eyebrow-raising console table would be another interesting addition to your home. With only two legs, the table is secured to a wall for support. Its simple, minimalistic design lends itself well to a bunch of home styles, and the unique shape would definitely add a sense of whimsicality to the place.
Its simple design also makes it versatile as well, being just as easily used as a coffee table, a small study desk or even a dresser area if you mount a mirror above it.
Buy this BALLET console table for RM87 (~S$24.94).
5. GENEVA II ladder desk: RM197 (~S$56.48)
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Minimalist and space-saving, this desk is elegant in its simplicity. Consisting of a ladder with an enlarged step that acts as the desk, and several smaller steps to function as shelving, you can see how the form factor would be great for smaller bedrooms, or even a little nook you’ve made in your home.
The bright colours definitely make for a great way to add colour to a children’s room.
Buy this GENEVA II ladder desk for RM197 (~S$56.48).
6. PIZZA coffee table set: RM237 (~S$67.95)
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It won’t quite satiate your cravings for a slice of Domino’s Classic Pepperoni, but this pizza-shaped table could at least be a cute way to add counter space in the living room.
One way of using the table is to place the larger section in the corner of a sofa armrest.
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Comprising two pieces, this table set can either function as a singular large coffee table or be split into a small quarter of a wedge that’s large enough for a drink, and a larger section that still can hold a reasonable amount of items.
Buy this PIZZA coffee table set for RM237 (~S$67.95).
7. Macaron Family: from RM47 (from ~S$13.47)
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K-drama fans rejoice, because here’s another selection for you.
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You will probably have seen them lurking in the background of shows like Happy Together and Second to Last Love, but for those not in the know, the Macaron Family is a furniture collection defined by bright colours and their oh-so-cute faces.
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They come in a range of products from cabinets to tissue cases, stands for your aroma sticks and even a holder for your dresser desk accoutrements. These adorable little furniture pieces will be a great way to add a bit of cute chic and personality to your home.
Buy a piece from the Macaron Family collection at Big Brain, with prices ranging from RM47-RM347 (~S$13.47-S$99.44).
8. AUSTIN dining set: RM797 (~S$228.78)
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It’s not quite the InterContinental Classic Afternoon Tea set, but if you ever wanted a dining table that’s got your fine china, treats and just additional shelf space right on hand, the AUSTIN dining set could be worth looking into. Fun, simple yet quirky, the size of this adorable dining set makes it great for compact homes.
Put this dining set on your shopping list for a splash of colour in your fun pastel farmhouse.
Buy this AUSTIN dining set for RM797 (~S$228.78).
9. COFFEE BEAN table set: RM297 (~S$85.25)
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For folks who are big on modular furniture, this table set would prove to be an easy pick. Essentially two halves of a coffee bean, nesting together like a yin-and-yang symbol, these could form a fun centrepiece for your living room, or be used separately.
The organic design of the tables would be great to soften up the typically angular lines of a Muji-style home, and would certainly fit cohesively in the plant-oriented theme of a jungalow-themed renovation.
Buy this COFFEE BEAN table set for RM297 (~S$85.25).
10. SUBWAY racking set: RM427 (~S$122.57)
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Another piece of modular furniture, the SUBWAY racking set at Big Brain is actually made up of two pieces, making it easy to stack up into a single tall shelf.
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Its simple, unassuming look means that it can easily fit any part of the home, and can be used as anything from a shoe rack, a bookshelf or even as a storage solution in your bedroom. The boardwalk-style design might even inspire some among you to have it as part of a nautical-themed renovation plan.
What really makes this unique though, is the fact that it also can be mounted on walls, turning it into a floating shelf. There is even a beam at the bottom for it to function as a hanging clothes rack.
Buy this SUBWAY racking for RM427 (~S$122.57).
Bonus: made-to-order furniture
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If their ready-to-purchase catalogue isn’t comprehensive enough, Big Brain also has much more artisan, made-to-order furniture pieces that might be more attractive to your stylistic needs. Do note that they have a lead time of about 40 days, so check in with the store to find out how to purchase these custom-made items.
Big Brain JB furniture store
Crossing the border for decor and furniture finds is an increasingly popular trend for Singaporean homeowners, and Big Brain in JB certainly does not disappoint. With its large range of affordable solid wood furniture that caters to a wide array of interior styles, alongside its made-to-order pieces, you might want to arrange for a trip across the Causeway to snag a few pieces yourself sometime soon.
Address: G-02-03-05-06, Blok A, Persiaran Pertama Off, Persiaran Pertama, Pusat Perdagangan Danga Utama, 81300 Johor Bahru
Opening hours: 11am-8pm, Daily
Contact: +60 7-595 2345 | Big Brain website
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