From a distance, this house looks like a shiny gold parcel glittering in the sun. The gold mesh panels of its façade, combined with the sand-coloured stone fence, make the house look impressive and imposing.
According to its architect K2LD, the look of this home was based on the homeowner’s request for a design that offers varying levels of transparency within the home.
A Disappearing House
In order to achieve the look, the design team used different types of screening devices- the aluminium mesh, bamboo ‘wall’ and blinds to “blur the visual threshold of the public and private and at times making the house ‘disappear’.
As a result, the ground level living space comprises a 26m long and 6m wide column free space with 3-sided full height glass panels exposing the user within.
It brings in the views from the outside, taking advantage of the abundant greenery in the surroundings.”
Golden Mesh Facade
“The main feature of the house is the varying porosity of golden mesh. This golden mesh acts as a light veil over the private glassed areas of the 2nd storey.
During the night, the screen dissolves and unveils the events within the house when the house is lit.”
Evening View
As evening approaches, passer-bys will be able to catch a glimpse of the structure behind the façade.
White Marble Tiles
The interiors of the home are accented with white marble tiles and light wood cladding.
Staircase
The straw-coloured wood panelling blend harmoniously with the gold track lighting to create a shimmering effect along the stairway.
Floor to Ceiling Glass Windows
The full-length glass walls along three sides of the home on the ground floor allow the interiors to flow seamlessly into the outdoors while still keeping the space comfortably air-conditioned.
Bedroom
In the bedroom, the sleeping area is demarcated with a cream colour palette while the walk-in wardrobe is designed with black panels.
Images and information courtesy of K2LD. This article was first published on Home and Decor in 2017.