Interior architecture

i like interior architecture that reflects the ethnic and cultural identity of its inhabitants.when my best friend sponsored our stay in victoria angkor hotel in cambodia,i admired the French colonial intetior decor that pay attention even to the use of antique elevators,cast iron and filigree.the tropical vibes from wooden furniture,bronze basins n lotus floral arrangement created a soothing ambience.so was the cultural ambience seen in the interior design of bhutans chiwa ling hotel with colourful tibetan carving,cabinets intricately carved n painted,thick carpets. so when i came across good cheap bargains of books at book excess sales,i grabbed them including decorating asia and great escapes of asia(hotels) published by taschen. i love the interior design of red capital club and residence in Beijing.the ornate bed is so exquisite like the one at the peranakan museum.the wooden bar stools with curved seat remind me of arched roof of chinese temple.i guess the stools are not mass produced stuff from Ikea but custom made by local artisans.theres something in vintage furniture that shows the pride of craftsmanship.