{
  "id": 8407264,
  "title": "Inside The Federal Kuala Lumpur’s revamp: Restored 1957 details, Art Deco windows and new spaces",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/19/inside-the-federal-kuala-lumpurs-revamp-restored-1957-details-art",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-19T07:07:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail-malaymail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/life/2026/09/19/inside-the-federal-kuala-lumpurs-revamp-restored-1957-details-art-deco-windows-and-new-spaces/235771"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
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  "summary": "Malaysia's historic The Federal Kuala Lumpur hotel has undergone a major renovation, unveiling restored 1957 details, Art Deco windows, and new spaces. The hotel, which first opened on August 28, 1957, underwent a careful renovation process that began in 2024, returning it with a contemporary update while retaining its original character. Among the restored heritage features are exposed concrete beams, a historic mosaic staircase, and the hotel's signature circular Art Deco façade windows. New additions include a coffered ceiling, curved structural forms, terrazzo-inspired finishes, and retro-influenced furnishings, as well as a dedicated art gallery and a social lounge overlooking Jalan Bukit Bintang. The hotel's executive director, Datuk Low Gee Teong, emphasized that the hotel is a living piece of Malaysian heritage, while the hotel's business development manager, Low Kian Leong, highlighted the challenges faced during the renovation process, particularly in addressing unforeseen mechanical and electrical issues.",
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}