A restaurant that's uniquely Malaysian, an oasis in the heart of KL

Wong’s (right) Dusun OpenHouse is more casual and rustic both in terms of its decor and cuisine. Design-wise, Quirk (left) says making a project reflect the local culture is about creating an atmosphere and a vibe, and designing spaces where Malaysians enjoy and feel comfortable in requires an in-depth understanding of Malaysians. — YAP CHEE HONG/The Star.

In the bucolic environs of Dusun OpenHouse, a hotspot firmly registered on the radars of influencers and KOLs eager for unique and unusual backdrops for their content, Andrew Wong saunters in and blends in perfectly with the earthenware pots, mamasan lounge chairs and rough-hewn tables.

Dressed from head to toe in his favourite fashion designer Rick Owens, this fashion and graphic design graduate from the University of Miami Art School looks lean and tanned in an olive green T-shirt and brown cargo pants. A pair of sand coloured lace-up boots completes his ensemble while a natural citrine crystal dangles around his neck.