La Promenade J&P House
The curated La Promenade J&P house renovated by J HOUS Studio is a Wabi Sabi-inspired home that reflects the clients’ journey towards settling into their new life. With the husband working as a professional trader and the wife as a medical doctor, the design fosters a balance of serenity and functionality. It is a home that not only shelters them but also nurtures their lifestyle and aspirations.
By embracing the Wabi Sabi philosophy, there is a focus on curved designs. Curves are used not as decoration but as a design language, creating a sense of organic flow throughout the space. They invite movement, continuity, and a gentle rhythm that contrasts with rigidity.
Curved features like the TV wall, ceiling, and feature wall soften the environment. Each curve feels intentional, evoking a harmonious, natural feel. These flowing forms encourage relaxation, drawing the eye naturally from one space to another without disruption.
The extension of the backyard into a working room allows the husband a dedicated space for his home office. This thoughtful addition ensures that his professional commitments can coexist with the calm of a residential setting. It becomes a retreat for focus while still being connected to the rhythm of the household. In parallel, the addition of a mezzanine floor offers seamless access to the top-floor entertainment area.
The design of this sanctuary embraces simplicity, featuring raw textures, muted tones, and subtle asymmetry. These elements work together to create a tranquil environment where the couple can unwind, work, and build their family. Every detail contributes to an atmosphere of peace, authenticity, and understated beauty.
The gentle, flowing lines stand in contrast with harsh, angular shapes, embracing imperfection and irregularity. This dialogue between softness and sharpness highlights the Wabi Sabi principle of finding beauty in imperfection. It celebrates authenticity and the lived-in quality of a space.
The curves ultimately represent the beauty of nature's fluid forms and the passage of time. They bring with them a sense of tranquility and warmth, qualities that ground the couple as they settle into this chapter of life. The result is a home that is not only functional but also deeply meaningful, embodying serenity and growth.
Text by the designer
PROJECT GALLERY
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Designer : J HOUS Studio
Client : Jim Ooi and Patricia Wong
Area : 300 m²
Project Location : Kuching | Sarawak
Year : 2023 -
Interior Designer : J HOUS Studio
Contractor : J HOUS Studio
Design Team : Joyce Wong He Sze
Architect for Housing Project : Design Network Architects S/B
Photography : TWJPTO -
Floor | Floor Finishes
• Timber : Merbau wood staircase
• Others : Herringbone shaped SPC flooring
Wall | Wall Finishes
• Wall Covering : EDL laminate
Roofing System : Clipdeck Metal Roofing by Amcan
Paint Systems : Jotun | Orange peel texture paint by SKK
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