A park-like home for dynamic living

July 27, 2024

House without borderslocated in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, is an innovative residence designed by Formzero for an elderly couple. Adopting tropical architecture, the house incorporates traditional Chinese garden principles and features vast outdoor spaces, fostering a deep connection with nature while preserving the privacy of its inhabitants.

Sleek, modern architecture with a timber slatted overhang, concrete walls and a paved garden path.

Minimalist concrete architecture with a lush garden, wooden terrace and glass walls.

Spacious open concept living space with floor to ceiling windows, wooden deck and lush outdoor greenery.

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Modern living room with floor-to-ceiling glass walls, leather sofas and round coffee tables.

Minimalist kitchen interior with sleek black walls, wooden furniture and lush greenery.

A modern interior with glass walls, a wooden table and lush greenery outside.

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A modern bathroom with a large circular mirror, sleek vanity and minimalist lighting.

Sleek, minimalist bathroom with freestanding tub, concrete wall and lush plants.

A comfortable bathroom with a wooden ceiling, concrete walls and lush greenery framing the view.

A modern, minimalist concrete exterior with large windows and lush green foliage.

Modern architectural marvel with concrete walls, sleek pool and lush greenery.

A minimalist, modern building with lush greenery and a sleek geometric design.

About Borderless House

A harmonious fusion of nature and architecture

Borderless House reimagines the concept of the family home, harmonizing indoor and outdoor living. Designed for an elderly couple who cherish nature, this unique home embraces traditional Chinese garden design principles. The result is a park-like residence that fosters family bonds while preserving individual privacy.

Innovative use of concrete

Sixty raw and fragmented concrete walls, cast on site, form the structure, elegantly integrated around lush gardens. These walls are not only functional; they create a dynamic visual experience, changing tone depending on the light. The architectural style is inspired by the Barcelona Pavilion, further reinforcing its aesthetic appeal.

Sustainable design features

Designed to thrive in a tropical climate, the Borderless House maximizes natural ventilation and minimizes the need for air conditioning. Strategically positioned concrete walls provide shade from the harsh afternoon sun, while deep overhangs create shaded areas that blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor spaces.

Spacious outdoor living space

With 77% of the property dedicated to outdoor spaces on 1,770 m² of land, the house promotes a harmonious living experience surrounded by nature. The carefully designed landscape includes 15 types of trees and various shrubs, ensuring its evolution throughout the seasons.

Community connection and urban integration

Borderless House is not only conceived as a private residence, but as an urban park that reclaims lost green space. Elements such as offset planters along the perimeter invite public interaction, transforming the house into a community focal point.

A new paradigm of life

This innovative approach challenges conventional building typologies, offering an interconnected experience that engages with the surrounding environment. Every corner of the Borderless House is designed to surprise and delight, maintaining a constant connection with nature.

Photography by Ameen Deen
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– by Matt Watts