ORGANIC OUTLINES
We speak to Michael Su Kuo Yen, director and partner at KSKA Arkitek Sdn Bhd, who was also responsible for the architecture and design behind Alya’s latest hero, Senada Kuala Lumpur
Tell us more about Senada Kuala Lumpur. What is the overall design concept and what inspired it?
Senada Kuala Lumpur is a development which took a lot of time and detailed planning since the planning stage of Alya Kuala Lumpur. We wanted it to be the first major signature development based on its expansive natural environment. Senada is a development comprising two towers of urban resort suites, an office tower and a four-storey retail lifestyle podium. The design concept is derived from its immediate and regional context as a direct extension of the TPC KL golf course which highlights the contrast between natural and man-made forms, drawing inspiration from shelf mushrooms that grow on the trunks of the trees in Malaysian forests. The interplay of reflective and non-reflective glass to the facade simulate the reflections of water under the evening sunlight.
What are the unique features of this property that would excite prospective homeowners?
The towers are connected at Level 4, by a two-acre Sky Park Garden which houses more than 22 facilities, and is a shared landscape amenity composed of curvilinear forms reminiscent of the soft shapes found on the adjacent golf course, with a swimming pool seamlessly integrated into a water feature and a series of active and passive gardens. The fitness clubs for the residential tower are both located on this level, encouraging the shared use of the skypark’s system of nature trails. Another unique design feature that Senada Residences offers is the layout option of having a balcony, or not. For those who enjoy the natural breeze, they have the option of the units with balcony, but those who prefer to maximise their internal space, can then opt for the full-height, smooth-glass-wall design which also allows for natural sunlight and still provides a spectacular view of the golf course.
With it being located within the green lung of the city, is eco living going to be a big proponent at Senada Residences?
Embracing green eco living in Senada is a key design consideration. With its vast surrounding of manmade plus natural green spaces, the design aims to recreate the landscape concept of a forest in an urban setting, using a design language that follows closely in line with the building’s architectural design form.
Senada Residences, Tower B is now unveiled and the show unit is available for viewing at The International Gallery, Alya Kuala Lumpur. For more information, call 03-7843 9898 or visit alya.com.my/senada.