This distinct approach to the interiors is evident in almost every room of The Arch House. Photos: The Star/Yap Chee Hong
Design changes were inevitable. As Nik Ida Juliana Nik Mohamed, interior designer and managing director of Ident-3, stood in the newly framed dry kitchen of a Selangor suburban home she was working on, she knew she had to do something drastic and ask the homeowners to simply trust her.
“We created a kitchen island that was a work of sculptural art like no other. The material for the island, a single piece of quartzite marble adorned with a beautiful pattern, was angled in a unique way and placed below ripple-effect oval-shaped ceiling motifs to greet guests as they entered the kitchen. The tension between the two elements was so strong that we placed a subtle set of crystal ball pendants that made the island a statement piece on its own.
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This distinct approach to the interiors is evident in almost every room of The Arch House. Photos: The Star/Yap Chee Hong
Antique jars from Europe and Kelantan adorn the entryway of the home.
The master bathroom impresses with a minimalist style combined with an eye-catching handmade mosaic design.
This cosy bar area exudes warm hospitality.
To elevate the limited space between the staircase and wall, Nik Ida created an elaborate 3D wrought iron balustrade staircase as a nod to the art deco period.
From the custom-built dining table to the home bar, the formal dining room is rooted in sleek sophistication and used for entertaining the homeowner’s family and friends.
The kitchen island, made from a single piece of quartzite marble slab, is a work of sculptural art like no other.
The double-height vestibule with an arched entrance of the Arch House.
To maintain privacy, the master suite is in a private wing accessible via this chic entryway.
A play on texture and varied shapes elevates the living room space.
The double-height vestibule with arched entrance. Photo: The Space Storyteller
Walk up to The Arch House and be greeted by this impressive castle-like vestibule with an arched entrance. Photo: The Space Storyteller
With hacienda vibes, the courtyard features a swimming pool that perfectly captures the natural light and warmth. Photo: The Space Storyteller
