Malaysian 2-storey bungalow in Puchong designed around a courtyard and fish pond

The overall palette for the house's exterior is a combination of timber, stone and painted plaster in keeping with a tropical contemporary look. Photos: Pixelaw Photography

The single leaf pivot teak door evokes a lofty feel as one enters the interior spaces of the bungalow. Measuring 12ft (3.6m) in height x 4ft (1.2m) in width, the main door opens up to the living room, characterised by a generous 15ft (4.6m) floor-to-floor space.

This living area leads to a walkway that looks out into a green space that the house is designed around – a fish pond and courtyard paired with 14ft (4.3m) high collapsible glass doors.