Home Reno - Week 16

It's starting to take shape ^_^

Contrast of Cubes

That's what Andy Rahman Architect called this residential project. I've been a fan of their work for some time, but I must say that this particular project is definitely my favorite. I wouldn't design it any other way if it were up to me.

I'll let the pictures speak for themselves :)

See more of them HERE.

a sketch in the morning

Looking through my bedroom window, during a hospital stay.

sketches and photos

During my recent 4 days stay in hospital I took these pictures and made some sketches in pen. 

House Tour: Tree House!

I was one of those kids who imagined of having a tree house.
Just when I thought I'm over with that, I saw this tree house for adults!

Source: http://www.wandawega.com/

Jadul Village

After visiting the craft bazaar - as hubby couldn't stand the traffic jam in Bandung on weekend - we went to Sapu Lidi Restaurant for a late lunch, and spend the rest of the weekend at Jadul Village Resort in Lembang.

I will share here about the latter. The name Jadul itself is short for JAman DUlu, freely translated into old times. Actually I wasn't expect too much at first, since it looked rather bland from the parking area. But how I was wrong. Upon entering the open lobby, there greeted me various antique ethnic decor. The lobby itself is a Joglo house, so are all the villas there which all adapted Java vernacular architecture.

We stayed in Gebyok Villa, and was very pleased with the ethnic feel combined with modern vanities.

The open air bath was a feast for the senses!

As I explore more of the premises I became even more overwhelmed with the intricate details. There are many elements that are being reused, like old wooden train track which used for pathways and old doors for the powder rooms. They give strong eclectic characters with a rustic feel.


Overall, I can say that staying in Jadul Village was a very pleasant experience.. now if only they could do something to the parking area so it doesn't look bland.

House Tour: My Dream Cottage

I was browsing Apartment Therapy as usual when stumbled on this.
Oh how I would love to live there...

This is exactly what I want my dining room to be, outdoor, with string lighting and greenery around.

Indoor swing! Minus the fireplace (it's already summery hot here all year long) and the dogs (I'm more of a cat person) :D

Open hanging display of pots and pans. A very simple storing idea. Yet still doubtful about the dust and visual noise that will occurred.

Outdoor theater! Oh my..


You can see the full post and pictures here.. go ahead and drool with me. 

great things come in small packages

Like this townhouse by architect Elding Oscarson.

In a small and narrow site (measured 5m x 15m only!) squeezed between the conventional neighbouring buildings, this modern townhouse stands out in a modest way.

I adore its simple facade and the open plan with split level floor, not to mention the rooftop terrace. Why didn't I think of that?

You can read the full article and pictures in Arch Daily.

arabian nights (and days)

Alhamdulillah..

Now if you'll excuse me, I need to hibernate (as if I can).. 

Eid Mubarak!

Taqabbalallâhu minnâ wa minkum
May Allah accept from us and you (our fasts and deeds)

I had a chance to visit the Great Demak Mosque (Masjid Agung Demak) on the way to my husband's hometown. It is one of the historical and oldest mosques in Indonesia, you could feel its rich culture.

Since it's forbidden to take pictures inside the mosque, I could only take some snapshots of the exterior.

Tall Buildings in Hong Kong

It's nice to see with my own eyes some buildings that I used to only see and read about in books.

Two International Finance Centre

The view from our hotel room with Central Plaza.

From left to right: Bank of China Tower, Cheung Kong Center, HSBC Main Building.

Nina Tower