A right time for novel fashion, retail and architecture

By Julia Tan

October 2015 FEATURE
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Situated along Jalan Kelawai is a breathtaking piece of structural design. Two blocks of 43-storey residential units and a 10-storey office tower rise over a futuristic mall, which houses a secret: a century-old heritage building within the mall itself. This is none other than Gurney Paragon, a relatively new addition to Penang’s spot to live, eat and play. And it has plenty to offer, from retail products and entertainment to sumptuous gastronomic fares.Exterior and interior of Gurney Paragon.Penang Monthly talks...

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Julia Tan

went to primary and secondary school at Convent Pulau Tikus before continuing sixth form at St. Xavier’s Institution; any other school was out of the question. She misses the fried rice at the school canteen, and laments the passing of the wan tan mee lady.


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