In a move to reshape the Malaysian furniture industry and address the ever-persistent issue of what to do with old furniture, CUURA Space, Malaysia's premier online furniture retailer, has joined forces with Barnything, the country's first online barter-centric platform. The collaboration promises not only to make furniture upgrading more accessible but also to promote sustainability and eco-conscious practices in the process.
The challenges of disposing of old furniture have long plagued new furniture buyers. "What to do with the old furniture" and "How do I dispose of it" are common dilemmas. CUURA Space, known for offering unique Nordic-inspired furniture, is taking a pioneering step towards solving these dilemmas.
The essence of the collaboration is simple: customers who offload their old furniture or items through Barnything will be rewarded with a promo code for an RM200 discount on CUURA Space purchases. To make the process even more convenient, CUURA Space will provide free pick-ups of the old furniture when delivering the new purchases.
Founder and Chief Executive Officer of CUURA Space Benny Lim said his vision for the collaboration was designed with the modern customer in mind, streamlining and innovating our processes to cater to the evolving needs of customers.
"As we work towards becoming an eco-conscious furniture company, this new collaboration with Barnything incorporates convenience, sustainability, and circular economy principles into one joint initiative. Our collaboration marks the start of a whole new ecosystem within the furniture industry, one where sustainability is prioritised from end to end," he said.
Participating in this innovative process is straightforward. Customers begin by uploading their second-hand furniture to the Barnything website.
Once listed, these items will eventually either be sold or bartered off to someone in need and with the promo code, customers can head over to CUURA Space's website to browse and purchase beautifully designed furniture pieces.
After the purchase, CUURA Space takes care of both the delivery of the new furniture and the free pick-up of the old items. A simple, three-step process is set to revolutionise furniture purchasing and disposal.
Barnything founder Low Shar Wynne emphasised the importance of responsible resource management in the collaboration, saying that this was to ensure that old items find new homes and continue to serve a purpose - helping people and the environment all at once.
"This is what we strive to inculcate, and we are proud to be collaborating with CUURA Space to extend this philosophy further and to new audiences. By rewarding the sustainable practice and breaking down the barriers to disposing of old furniture, we truly believe that this collaboration will make a substantial difference," he said.
Barnything, Malaysia's first-ever online barter-centric platform, aims to make acquiring second-hand items and downsizing as convenient as possible. This approach encourages a more sustainable approach to disposing of pre-loved items, which is particularly useful for larger furniture pieces such as bed frames, sofas, and wardrobes. This initiative also comes at a time of rising concerns about limited landfill space and increasing disposal costs for waste management locally.
CUURA Space, as a trendsetter in the online furniture industry, operates exclusively online, eliminating on-ground and middle-men expenses. This approach allows customers to browse their extensive catalogue online and purchase directly from the convenience of their smart devices.
For those who want to physically experience the furniture items, CUURA Space collaborates with venues and other brands for limited-time product showcases in and around Kuala Lumpur. Additionally, CUURA Space offers a 30-day return policy to help customers try their new furniture pieces in the comfort of their own homes, along with free installation and delivery services.
The collaboration between CUURA Space and Barnything signifies a significant step towards a more sustainable and eco-conscious future in the furniture industry. It not only provides customers with convenient options for upgrading their furniture but also encourages responsible resource management and the reuse of pre-loved items.