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  • Nottuni House

    2023
    Petaling Jaya, Malaysia

    The renovated house is a two-story terrace corner house in Petaling Jaya. Initial observations from the site reveal that the corner garden is underutilized, while the view to the park at the rear of the house is desirable, due to the presence of mature and lush trees. The concept for the house was to naturally open up towards the corner, embracing the garden as a bridge connecting the outside to the inside.

    Upon entering the house through a corridor between the guest room and the wet kitchen/utility area, one is greeted by the open spatial layout of the dry kitchen, strategically positioned in the middle, facing toward the covered outdoor lounge area and the garden.

    The main living and dining spaces face the rear enjoying the views to the park, defying the conventional layout of terrace houses where they are typically located at the front. Adjacent is an entertainment area featuring a modern French window.

    Upstairs, there is an open kids’ study area that receives borrowed light from the master study's high slit window and sliding door, which is usually kept open. Two bedrooms face the front of the house, while the master bedroom enjoys views of the corner and the rear park. Multiple levels of balconies have been created to enhance the enjoyment of the outdoors, and the presence of a private sunken bath adds to the experience. Connected to the side, there is a spacious walk-in wardrobe naturally illuminated by a skylight, along with the master bathroom. Externally, the house has a simple design that maintains a sense of continuity using the band beam that cascades towards the rear, creating an organic contrast with the surrounding nature.



    Photography: Ceavs Chua