The master suite occupies the second floor and captures significant views of Mt. Tamalpais to the northwest.

Crisp detailing defines a simple interior pallette of polished stone flooring, anegre wood, painted wood and gypsum board, and exterior finishes are limited to cement plaster, stained cedar, stainless steel and anodized aluminum windows and doors. Strategic demolition of the existing house allowing for the resell of materials, passive and active systems, the use of certified woods and the reuse of foundations significantly reduces the projects embodied energy throughout it's life cycle.

3D design 3 Generation Bungalow at Jalan Bukit Seputeh. Extension of an existing house to accommodate 3 generations under one roof.

Earthy tones from main materials to furnishings creates an expansive ambience. Palette throughout the house is kept consistent so boundary between spaces remain ambiguious.

Some expats will move straight into an existing house that may already have staff employed. Failing that, there are employment agencies for sourcing help.

It's always safer to acquire full-time help through agencies, unless you know and trust a local who has highly recommended one person.