Malaysian 3-storey home exudes tranquil, villa-like ambience and nostalgic charm


Having an open space was an important criteria for the owner. Photos: The Star/Yap Chee Hong

Sitting at the patio, looking out to the lush greenery of the garden, it seems inconceivable that this home bears the address of the most dense parts of Kuala Lumpur city – Sungai Besi.

As we sat down for afternoon tea chatting about the inspiration behind the design of the house, you could easily imagine being at a villa in Bali.

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