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VILLAS AFLOAT

Location     : Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

Value         : RM2.65m & RM3.9m

Completion : January 2014 & October 2014

Lifted above the natural terrain to minimise earthworks, the houses embrace the site's sloping topography while preserving the existing landscape. A semi-outdoor pool on the lower ground floor and a detached dining pavilion with a rooftop garden celebrate uninterrupted views towards the Kuala Lumpur skyline, allowing architecture and nature to coexist in harmony.

RESORT INSPIRED

Location     : Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

Value         : RM 1.26 million

Completion : June 2011

With little to look out towards, the house turns inward to create its own private landscape. Four pavilions are arranged around a central courtyard and infinity pool, transforming the heart of the home into its primary outlook while reinforcing a resort-inspired way of living.

SIERRAMAS RETREAT

Location     : Sierramas Resort Homes,

                  Sungai Buloh, Selangor

Value         : RM 1.38 million

Completion : March 2009

Outdoor living defines this single-storey retreat, where a generous covered terrace becomes the heart of everyday family life. A lounge, dining space, kitchen and bar open onto a linear infinity pool and private lawn, allowing daily activities to extend naturally into the landscape.

CASCADING WATER

Location     : Bukit Damansara, Kuala Lumpur

Value         : RM 5 million

Completion : March 2007

Perched on the slopes of a prestigious address, one can’t miss this tropical marvel with its captivating, protruding roof facing Jalan Beringin. Due to the sloped site, the layout is U-shaped, with double-volume living and dining overlooking the central pool with a double-story vanishing edge. The grand terrace and bedrooms above all face out to enjoy the view, while the gym, a spa, and a wine cellar are nestled beneath, offering a private sanctuary for the family.

KUANG RETREAT

Location     : Kuang, Sungai Buloh, Selangor

Value         : RM 1.5 million

Completion : March 2008

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Conceived as a holistic retreat, the award-winning home demonstrates how tropical architecture, sustainability and contemporary living can exist as one. Wide eaves, operable louvred walls, jendela windows, semi-open bathrooms and a central plunge pool work together to maximise natural ventilation while reducing dependence on mechanical cooling. Constructed using recycled timber and traditional tanggam joinery, the house embraces local craftsmanship, while rainwater harvesting, a tubewell, productive planting and carefully established trees support a more self-sustaining way of life.

DAMANSARA INDAH VILLA

Location     : Damansara Indah, Selangor

Value         : RM 1.7 million

Completion : March 2006

          Formed around a central courtyard with a timber deck and koi pond, the house draws daylight, landscape and natural ventilation deep into its interior. Leisure spaces are distributed vertically—from an underground entertainment level to an upper-floor office with a lanai—while warm timber finishes and carved sandstone screens create a rich tropical architectural language throughout the home.  

A HOME EVOLVED

Location     : Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

Value         : RM 1.8 million

Completion : April 2004

Purchased in the 1970s, the house has been thoughtfully adapted over the decades as the family's needs evolved through different stages of life. The original double-volume living space remains the heart of the home, complemented by carefully planned additions including an expanded terrace, flexible family spaces and a private garden lanai. The home demonstrates how thoughtful architecture can adapt with its occupants, remaining functional, relevant and cherished for a lifetime.

THE TERRACE

Location     : Damansara Heights, Kuala Lumpur

Value         : RM 0.5 million

Completion : December 2001

Designed for a couple on a triangular site, the house extends daily living onto deep terraces that become transitional spaces between architecture and landscape. Rubble stone walls, gardens, a koi pond and an outdoor jacuzzi create a sequence of sheltered outdoor rooms that can be enjoyed throughout the day.

HOME WITH A VIEW

Location     : Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

Value         : RM 1.6 million

Completion : December 2002

The house is conceived as a series of spaces that unfold towards panoramic views of the Kuala Lumpur skyline, making the surrounding landscape an integral part of everyday living. Traditional timber craftsmanship defines the doors, windows, floors and roof structure, reflecting a tropical architectural language that is both timeless and deeply rooted in place.

PAYA JARAS RETREAT

Location     : Kampung Paya, Jaras, Selangor

Value         : RM 0.5 million

Completion : December 2001

Surrounded by orchards and fishing lakes, the weekend retreat embraces biophilic design by dissolving the boundary between house and landscape. Minimal earthworks, deep verandas, generous roof overhangs and a centrally positioned water body create a naturally cooled home that sits gently within its rural setting.

COURTYARD HOUSE

Location     : Bukit Tunku, Kuala Lumpur

Value         : RM 2.7 million

Completion : November 2001

A central open courtyard brings daylight, ventilation and landscape into the heart of this hillside residence, creating a calm internal focus surrounded by secondary forest. Carefully crafted Chengal joinery and Belian timber flooring reinforce the home's enduring connection to Malaysian timber craftsmanship.

DECK HOUSE

Location     : Sierramas Resort Homes,

                  Sungai Buloh, Selangor

Value         : RM 2.0 million

Completion : March 2001

Carefully stepped into the natural terrain, the house minimises earthworks while opening every major space towards the lake below. Decks, water, planting and abundant natural light accompany daily movement through the home, demonstrating how architecture can be shaped by both topography and climate.

PERANAKAN HOUSE

Location     : Sierramas Resort Homes,

                  Sungai Buloh, Selangor

Value         : RM 2.0 million

Completion : March 2001

Paying homage to the rich heritage of Melaka's Baba and Nyonya architecture, the house reinterprets traditional craftsmanship through timber-framed coloured glass panels and a carefully choreographed sequence of arrival. A private entrance crosses a water feature before opening into the family living area, making everyday movement through the house part of the architectural experience.

FENG SHUI HOUSE

Location     : Sierramas Resort Homes,

                  Sungai Buloh, Selangor

Value         : RM 1.5 million

Completion : June 1998

Guided by the principles of Feng Shui, the house is planned according to the Flying Star chart, allowing the arrangement of spaces to shape everyday living. A glazed double-volume foyer showcases a timber bridge overlooking the central courtyard, while pergolas and external decks are nestled within green perennials and lush Paku Gajah ferns, creating a sequence of tranquil outdoor spaces. Natural materials including terracotta, timber and washed pebbles further strengthen the home's connection to nature.

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