Area : 200 m²

Category : Residential

Appointment date : February 2022

Location : Medan, Indonesia

Function and belief intertwined, with every nook and cranny filled with purpose and meaning to its own kind.

Located in a residential area consisting of identical houses, except for the one on a corner lot, there are some rules and restrictions that must be complied with. Built right next to a house on a corner lot, this not-so-identical dwelling was granted a slight freedom to have some minor changes to its facade due to its slightly wider land compared to its other siblings. However, it still followed the rules to keep most of its original facade design as best as it could. The new extension has been added mostly to the side and rear, creating a careful balance of old and new, while accommodating their needs and belief.

The house spans three stories, features two outdoor living spaces, and includes one multipurpose room with a two-layered door. As you step through the front door, you will be greeted by a cabinet that runs from one end of the space to the other, giving the effect of a clean and streamlined foyer.

An open-plan kitchen extending to the dining room adds a sense of spaciousness and brightness, providing a space for families and friends to share meals and stories. One side of the dining room faces the stairs, which are intended to be one of the focal points of the house.

Despite the requirement of space planning for a certain number of rooms, a detached area was still able to be included. The presence of this semi-outdoor corridor allows streams of light to enter and brighten up the foyer, kitchen, dining area, and piano studio.

It’s a careful adjustment—within limits—to fit how the family actually lives.

Keywords: Architecture, Interior Design, Architect Indonesia, Architect Surabaya, Arsitek Indonesia, Arsitek Surabaya