Modern Tropical Resort Home｜Wonky Woo｜Malaysia's Extraordinary House Transformation｜Architecture

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The highly anticipated Terrace House Transformation is back! In this episode, we will be featuring a split-level terrace house transformation - Wonky Woo.

A design that complements the existing hillside landscape of the site and made use of the existing split-levels of the existing property - The Wonky Woo House.

This home is designed by Tony Heneberry of Two’s Company. Accustomed for the owners Simon and Sue to appreciate and wallow in, and every view of the outdoor is designed taking account of enjoying that view from the inside and not for people on the outside.

The house is accomplished with refined and well thought of details, from selected detail in exotic tilings to exquisite furniture and sanitary fittings all the way from Bali, the Wonky Woo House has particularly strong aspects in responds to tropical climate by reintroducing natural lighting into the heart of the home and at the same time encouraging fluent cross ventilation.

That to me is how a contented home should be built.

Some extravagant renovation ends up taking too much of the budget due to the priority set aside for the visual impact of the exterior of the property,
but undermining the priorities of the interior visual rather than the exterior.
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[tonyinkl]

Thanks very much for the positive and supportive comments, and to Design Seed for doing such a wonderful job with the video. I am happy to answer the most common questions I notice in the comments section :-

1. LAND SIZE - 7m x 36m
2. BUILT UP AREA - 3, 000 sq ft approx, on two floors which are split level
3. PLANTS HANGING OVER THE POOL - known locally as Lee Kwan Yew plants, named after SIngapore's first PM who used them extensively in Singapore's city landscape projects
4. MOSQUITOES - these are not such a problem if the house and garden (and the neighbours) are well maintained. For example my own house is on the edge of a nearby jungle reserve (Bukit Gasing) and my doors and windows are open all day long and we do not have a mossie issue.
5. LOCATION - Wonky Woo is in the Kuala Lumpur suburb of Taman Seputeh, can be easily seen on Google Earth
6. ROOM UNDER THE POOL - this has been converted into the owners workshop / mancave
7. QUEEN'S PICTURE OVER WC - British people often refer to the WC as the "Throne Room", placing the picture there is not intended or taken as rude in UK, it is simply a jokey addition
8. COST OF THE RENOVATION - I dont publish renovation costs in public forum such as youtube as it is a private matter for the owners. I am happy, tho, to guide owners of how much to budget for their own projects

I hope this all helps to answer the most frequent questions, thanks for your support and positive feedback. Tony Heneberry

[mitijan]

That also stuck with me, designing from the inside out. It's more important what is felt, seen, and experienced on the inside rather than what neighbours see on the outside. Thank you for always bringing such depth to these viewings. You guys have thought me so much and I can't wait to design my first home.

[seanyeo]

Damn, this property is gorgeous. The designer is a genius. I'm amazed at how he managed to make the interior look so big and spacious. Awesome content. Please share more property designs like this.

[highvibe]

So nice to see a beautiful functional home, that’s not obscenely large, pretentious, yet very well planned, private, comfortable and welcoming! I want to now visit Malaysia. I’m an Australian, and it is nice to see the English, the Irish, the Malays working so well together. Australian governments have become lawless, cruel and uncaring to there people. I’m looking for change if my beautiful country does not improve..Malaysia looks peaceful and people seem very kind..well done on this project.

[silviachung]

My favorite home tour so far on Design Seed. The architect was so thoughtful utilizing light, the views and the natural slope of the house to create an oasis. Truly warm and special!

[nesianside]

I subscribed to your posts after watching one post. The incorporation of weather elements in the important outstanding designs of comfort and longevity need to be worldwide. You say thank you for watching. I say thank you for sharing your vision. Kudos to you 👍

[carlosgravil]

I've never seen some of these principles applied so well in a long terrace house where you don't have windows on 2 sides. Genius, particularly the dramatic central void with the fab inter connecting stairs plus the use of the sloping site.
Also the emphasis of the budget on the interior (which is what you inhabit) rather than the exterior is the particularly clever . The clients also have quite sophisticated taste. (the art work, furniture and finishes are very well chosen and designed). The perfect blend, and a magical result.

[Elvirga.Architect]

this property is gorgeous. It's more important what is felt, seen, and experienced on the inside rather than what neighbours see on the outside.

[Juanro_]

An architect that isn’t imposing but flexible. I love it

[hyggelife]

You’ve given back life and pride to the most “ugly house” on the street. It is stunning. I can understand how you saw potential in this home. I believe there are not many terrace houses in KL with similar layout (the split level) save for one street of 40+ year old homes in Damansara Jaya. I absolutely love your home.

[miketeo]

Honestly this is my dream home. I've played and replayed this video on and on no less than 100 times.

[jwa]

Definitely agree! I've seen too many houses with nice facades only to be disappointed with the lacking interiors.

[diahashkay]

This is by far, the most awesome terrace house transformation.

[domashnienovosti]

I lived between Singapore and KL for a few years and mingled among some corporate expats. I've never seen such an exquisitely tasteful and smartly planned home in Malay. My admiration to the owners for seeing the potential of this place, on the first place, and to the architects for their vision and beautiful philosophy behind this gem.

[bryantheora]

Best terrace house transformation to-date. Despite not having a massive external change the prioritization of a functional and beautiful interior with a balance exterior, subtle touches of privacy screening and exception landscaping really does make it feel resort-like. Sets the bar high for any resort the go to from their home!

[mayank]

The best thing i found and inspiring is how they have taken care of the safety in the house with black metal chain/sliding gates.
Most of these kind of open living spaces design particularly in west are very much limited to UPVC Fiber-Glass doors and windows which can never be followed in Asian countries. Its difficult to blend them into beautiful space. But here they have managed it so well.
Apart from that i like the touch of minimalism in the kitchen, dining area and the Staircase area.

[usersavynish]

The warm wood, the feeling of living with nature in combination with resort quiet luxury, the open air concept, the integration of plants with wood and natural light, the concrete tabletops which are surprisingly inviting while signifying utility and longevity. this house is an absolute accomplishment and dream. the crown jewel is definitely the kitchen and how it almost appears to integrate and be part of nature outside. ugh *sighs in content*

[ml]

I must have cycled past this house 100's of times when I used to live in Lengkongan Jenjarom back in the 80's. The terrace houses were brand new back then. The inside looks fantastic. Well done.

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I don't know which I love more, the couple or the home. They are beautiful!

[EmmeChatterton]

It feels so luxurious and modern while at the same time warm and inviting, with every space looking lovely to spend time in and relax! Great home, very beautiful.