Our final design — three-pronged modular kueh units, with textures akin to stones.
The final form of our Kueh Batu, or “stone” kueh, is a three-pronged modular kueh unit, cast into shape using a three-part compression mould. Its concave and convex surfaces allow the kueh to nest into each other, creating potential for buildability.
While interesting on its own, the kueh’s allure is revealed when individual units are tessellated and stacked to create a patterned whole. This way of arranging also pays homage to the traditional arrangement of Kueh Bangkit — stacked on top of each other inside a circular jar.
As a modernised version of Kueh Bangkit, Kueh Batu represents the value of “building with a strong foundation” in today’s society. Similar to how each stone-like piece serves as building blocks to a bigger whole, its structure is akin to the construction of cities and communities.
Its modular unit also encourages sharing amongst friends and families, without the need for special occasions for its enjoyment. With Kueh Batu, we hope that there will be an infusion of tradition into modernity, one that encourages sharing and the building of bonds.
