Area : 500 m²
Category : Residential
Appointment date : 2023
Location : Kab. Tangerang, Indonesia
From One Corner Onward.
The project began as a modest renovation: the homeowners wished to add height and volume to a corner of their backyard to create a small pavilion for domestic staff. However, as discussions unfolded, the scope gradually expanded. The owners decided to revisit several parts of their home, including two bedrooms, the living and dining areas, and the front section of the house.
We approached the redesign by considering their daily habits—identifying what could be retained, what needed expansion, and where adjustments would bring more clarity and comfort. The goal was to introduce a calm, simple design while reducing visual and spatial clutter throughout the home.
As lifestyles and routines shifted, the former front room—once used to receive guests—was transformed into a music room, enhanced with shelving, a shoe cabinet, and mirrors on the opposite wall. A timber partition subtly separates this space from the living room, allowing light and air to pass through. A blank wall is left open for future use—whether for a TV, artwork, or simply to let the space breathe.
To accommodate a growing family, the dining area was expanded for a 10-person table, with integrated wall cabinetry for added storage.
On the ground floor, the first bedroom features a soft, neutral ambiance. It includes a two-person desk, a compact walk-in closet with a dressing table, and a bay window that brings in daylight while creating a quiet reading nook. This room serves as a flexible space—either for the children when visiting, or as a guest room for their parents.
The second bedroom upstairs is larger but retains a similar soft tone. As an ensuite room, it also includes a desk with ample compartments. The layout is divided into two zones: one for rest, the other for flexible use—allowing the room to evolve with future needs.
Lastly, the previously unused backyard was converted into a dry, covered space with a clear glass roof. It now serves multiple functions—light gardening, home workouts, or casual gatherings—designed to support indoor comfort while maintaining a connection to the outdoors.
Though the project began with a single corner, it gradually unfolded into a broader response to a family’s changing needs—offering a reshaping of space that values flexibility and comfort over time.
Keywords: Architecture, Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya