PROJECT : Tebet House
TYPE : Residential
SIZE : 179,9 sqm
CLIENT : Confidential
LOCATION : Jakarta, Indonesia
STATUS : Completed 

Tebet House, also called Linear House, is located in the urban residential area of ​​South Jakarta. The shape of the site extends backwards so that the configuration of spaces is arranged linearly based on zoning of public spaces – private – service. Front orientation is facing west, then the appearance of the front facade is more massive. The arrangement of boxes stacked back and forth defines shade for the space on the lower level.

Linear house consists of three floor levels. Main access for people and vehicles is  through the entrance area, foyer interconnected to the garage, designed as receiving space. The communal and service spaces at ground floor serve as public areas. The privacy space on the second floor consists of three bedrooms, and study room and roof garden are on the third floor. Ramp serves as vertical circulation from the ground floor to the second floor, while the stair is placed from second floor to third floor.

This house is designed with a modern concept amid the simple base mass composition as an honest visual appearance by using unfinished material. As well as a response to tropical climate by optimizing the ventilation and natural light. Roster limits ramp area and the exterior aims to provide a gap for air circulation. Continuous high ceiling from ground floor to the third floor in the communal area, enhancing good air circulation. Wide openings directed to the side of the house to avoid hot air of the afternoon sunlight and create natural light.