Urban Residence Jakarta
A inward-focused urban residence shaped around a light court that brings sky and breeze into a compact site.
Location
South Jakarta, Indonesia
Year
2025
Area
320 m²
Status
Design Study
Floors
3
Role
Design Concept Architect
Design Challenge
The Brief
The site is flanked by neighbouring buildings on both sides, limiting natural light and views.
Design Concept
The Idea
On a tight urban site in South Jakarta, this residence turns inward — creating a private sanctuary defined by filtered light and vertical spatial continuity.
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Design Precedent
Spatial Strategy
Arrangement
The ground floor compresses the entry experience before opening into a double-height living space adjacent to the light court.
Section Diagram
Tropical Section Logic
Conceptual / illustrative diagram for architectural communication. Not a construction or permit drawing.
Tropical Response
Climate Strategy
The central light court acts as a vertical ventilation shaft.
Materiality
Material Atmosphere
Fair-faced concrete, timber slatted screens, terrazzo floors, dark stone accents.
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