This corner terrace house resides in a quiet Kuala Lumpur neighbourhood, facing a park. It underwent a complete transformation to become newly built. The client’s request was conservative, seeking a practical house that harmonises with the neighbours. Some of the client’s interests include collecting art, antiquities, and books.
With the brief, the idea was to consider the previous house’s existing conditions, including its narrow frontage and underutilised side garden, to redesign the relationships between these spaces and the house.
Upon entering the house, visitors are greeted by a corridor-like double-volume space that connects the floors through light, views, and ventilation. The open living and dining room span the full width of the land frontage, overlooking the lush park trees in the front. The dry kitchen connects to the side, leading to an open deck surrounded by mature trees. The trees’ foliage extends towards the house, providing a protective shade that envelops the deck. The reinforcement of the spatial connection between the house and nature is achieved through elemental frames. Additionally, the wet kitchen also enjoys views of the side garden and trees.
The staircase leads to the first floor and is illuminated by a skylight. The first floor unfolds into an open study room facing the corridor’s double volume, featuring a bookshelf and a view of nature. The bedrooms on this floor each have their corresponding balconies, offering specific surrounding views that connect
the spaces.
The core of the architectural design revolves around the concept of simple elegance. This is defined by how the spaces relate to each other and the environment. Clean lines and depth are created through the bold proportions of the structure, highlighting the interplay of light and shadow. The subtle contrast between architecture and nature enriches the spatial experience to the senses.
