Makio House by Fabian Tan Architect

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Makio House by Fabian Tan Architect

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Architect: Fabian Tan Architect
Built up Area: 4376sqft
Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Photographer: Ceavs Chua of BricksBegin

This is the bright hallway on the side of the wooden staircase fitted with a long wall-mounted cabinet.
This is another looka t the wooden staircase that has a unique geometric design and modern lighting.
The living room and dining area are both brightened by the natural lighting that comes in from the glass walls on the far side.
This is a closer look at the gray cushioned wooden sofa of the living room topped with a tall ceiling.
This is a look at the living room with a cushioned wooden sofa across from a wall-mounted TV with a view of the large wooden staircase on the side.
This is a closer look at the whole wooden staircase that showcases the unique geometric design and aesthetic.
The side of the area underneath the stairs has a modern lighting that gives it additional aesthetic appeal.
On the side of the wooden staircase is the the large waterfall white marble kitchen island brightened by the natural lights.
This is a view of the dining area with a look at the kitchen area on teh far side by the wooden staircase thate xtends to the indoor balcony above.
This is the other side of the kitchen through sliding doors that match the white cabinetry on the walls contrasted by the black appliances.
This is a look at the bathroom that has a floating white marble vanity sink paired with black fixtures and a round mirror next to the floating toilet.
This is a closer look at the wooden staircase landing showcasing the wooden steps and wooden walls of the staircase.
This is the upper level landing and the indoor balcony with hardoowd flooring that matches teh tone of the low wooden wall of the indoor balcony.
This is a full view of the wooden staircase showcasing the unique wooden design a dn aesthetic appeal.
This is the far end of the wooden indoor balcony fitted with a reading nook and a floating desk.
This is a closer look at the wooden staircase showcasing the wooden steps and the modern lighting.
This is the kids bedroom with a wooden bunk bed that is built into the wooden staircase with an indoor balcony above the bed.
The primary bedroom has large glass windows with a large reading nook underneath and a built-in wooden desk on the other wall connected to the built-in wooden bed.
The primary bedroom has large glass windows with a large reading nook underneath and a built-in wooden desk on the other wall connected to the built-in wooden bed.
This is a close look at the walk-in closet with a large waterfall white marble counter and wooden drawers that match the cabinets around.
The large counter island in the middle of the walk-in closet is flanked by wooden cabinets on either side that matches teh tone of the hardwood flooring.
The bathroom has a freestanding bathtb on the far corner by the mirror across from the floating white vanity topped with a wide mirror.
This is a corner of the house winterior with a set of glass doors that open to a miniature garden and staircase.
This is an aerial view of the house's rooftop patio lounge.
This is a closer look at the rooftop patio lounge with outdoor furniture for relaxation.
This is a view of the ground level from the vantage of the indoor balcony with a view of the dining table and the kitchen island.
This is a look at the side of the kitchen island with the sliding doors closed that lead to the kitchen cooking area.
This is a closer look at the ground level landing of the wooden staircase showcasing the modern lighting of the wooden structure.

Makio House is a corner lot unit located in a guarded neighbourhood of Kuala Lumpur. The client wanted a minimalistic and comfortable home to suit his family and personality. The concept was derived from the original space–to embrace the light and views, then heighten spatial experience through materiality.

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The idea was to unify the original architecture elements in the house through the wrapping of solid timber panels to connect the stair to the first-floor mezzanine. The prominently positioned stairway, curated as a centrepiece of the house. The continuity of the material was carried through to the upper mezzanine with an addition of a galleria that extends the existing floor plate to wrap around the periphery of the double volume living spaces.

This space serves as a walkway with shelves, windows, and storage. At the end nook, lies a daybed/study area that floats close-in view of the treetops. The garden was transformed into a rock sculptured garden that provided a calm refuge.

The master bedroom was enlarged at the expense of another existing bedroom to form an open space concept. The interior walls here were intentionally built below ceiling height to allow the light to diffuse throughout entire the room. This bright atmosphere amplifies the expansion perception of the space. The kid’s bedroom was reimagined as a hide and seek play of levels — a 3-tiered bunk bed with a pull out bed and an alcove to peek out into the neighbourhood through an existing clerestory window.

A steel stairway was added in the lightwell leading up to the roof level. Here, a platform is raised over the roof and acts as a viewing deck to emulate an outdoor living room overlooking the city skyline.

Overall, echoes of maple, marble and white interplayed with the existing elements and nature to offer an environment of balance and serenity.

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Jon Dykstra
Jon Dykstra

Jon practiced law before launching his online publishing career, bringing analytical rigor to everything he builds. Home Stratosphere combines that precision with a lifelong obsession with residential design — architecture, interiors, landscape, and furniture.

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