Inside 25 Of Asia's Most Beautiful Contemporary Homes
In the hustle and bustle of big-city living, private outdoor space—a quiet retreat of one's own, complete with fresh air and greenery—can sometimes feel like the ultimate luxury. In her new book, Courtyard Living: Contemporary Houses of the Asia-Pacific, out September 19, design editor Charmaine Chan explores 25 unique homes across Asia and Oceania—including properties in Singapore, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, the Philippines, Taiwan, Vietnam, India and Sri Lanka—that are contemporary embodiments of the thousands-years-old pursuit of the indoor-outdoor lifestyle.
In five chapters—sectioned into privacy, multi-generational living, sightlines, light and ventilation, and living with nature—Chan highlights clever and inspirational design features in detailed photographs and architectural drawings. Here are 15 of our favourite from the collection.
AN House, in Jakarta, Indonesia
2+2 House, in Sydney, Australia
Saigon House, in Ho Chi Minh City
17 Blair Road, in Singapore
ARC House, in Brisbane, Australia
Chameleon House, in Bali, Indonesia
Courtyard House, in Changhua, Taiwan
House by the Lake, in Colombo, Sri Lanka
Marble House, in Bangkok, Thailand
Paranaque House, in Manila, Philippines
Shadow House, in Alibag, India
Riparian House, in Karjat, India
Suryamzhu, in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Residence Rabbits, in Bangkok, Thailand
Cornwall Gardens, in Singapore
Courtyard Living: Contemporary Houses of the Asia-Pacific by Charmaine Chan is out September 19 and available on Amazon.com