DOTY 2026 Best Residential Design (Landed – Gold): Stylecraft Design (M) Sdn Bhd – Vio Banj’ran-Seremban 2 Height

This bungalow with breathtaking mountain views in Seremban, Negeri Sembilan designed by Stylecraft Design (M) Sdn Bhd was first featured in Designer Concept Issue 91.

TIMELESS ELEVATION

Modern luxury unfolds within this bungalow through textured walls, sculptural lighting and earthy tones, set against sweeping mountain views.

Perched approximately 146 meters above sea level, Vio Banj’ran at Seremban 2 Height makes a proud statement with regards to elevated living. Comprising just 40 exclusive bungalow units, the development fully embraces and capitalizes on its privileged position among sweeping mountain views, enveloping it as part of the design concept. Delving deeper into the design concept, it adopts a modern luxury approach, drawing inspiration from the simplicity of the architectural façade itself. Clean lines, measured proportions and restrained elegance define the spatial language, resulting in interiors that feel refined and timeless rather than trend-driven. Every design decision reinforces clarity and calm, allowing form, texture and materiality to speak with confidence.

A defining feature of Vio Banj’ran’s interiors is the incorporation of textured walls. Limewash and Venetian plaster introduce subtle movement and depth, capturing light in ever-changing ways throughout the day. These finishes lend the home a tactile richness, creating walls that feel alive rather than static due to its rich, layered character and adding a sense of craftsmanship that elevates the modern aesthetic.

The palette throughout the home is grounded in earth tones, expressed through thoughtfully selected paint finishes, warm natural wood and elegant marble surfaces. This harmony of materials creates continuity between spaces while reinforcing a connection to the surrounding landscape in a way that doesn’t overshadow it. Accents of brushed rose gold appear in panels, screens and feature walls, adding a delicate layer of sophistication. Rather than overpowering the design, these metallic details gently reflect light, enhancing the sense of understated luxury.

An open-plan living and dining area unfolds with generous proportions and, not to mention, a gripping sense of drama. A double-volume ceiling crowns the living space, amplifying light and airiness. Suspended within this volume is one of two sculptural light fixtures crafted from the same glass material in two different colours for visual interest. Their leaflike forms cascade from the ceiling on dozens of fine strings, creating an ethereal presence that unites the living and dining zones. Amid the neutral colour scheme, the dining area introduces the only bold colour contrast on this floor: eight burnt orange dining chairs, injecting warmth and personality into the refined setting.

The dry and wet kitchens are clad predominantly in white marble, a material choice that conveys both luxury and clarity. Its seamless application across surfaces reinforces the home’s sleek aesthetic while offering durability and timeless appeal. Upstairs, the atmosphere shifts gently. Private areas—including the secondary family lounge, bedrooms and walk-in wardrobe—embrace deeper earth tones to ensure a soothing ambiance fit for rest and relaxation. Comfort takes precedence on this floor, offering a pleasant contrast to the structured elegance below.

Beyond the interiors, a well-shaded outdoor seating area extends the living experience outward. Set atop a wooden deck, this space furnished with angular silhouettes has been designed for quiet reflection and relaxed gatherings, framed by the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains. In brief, Vio Banj’ran is an exquisite study in balance: modern yet timeless, luxurious yet restrained, elevated yet grounded. Above all else, it is a home that promotes the art of living gracefully.

About the Designer of the Year Awards and Best Residential Design

The Designer of the Year Award (DOTY) aspires to discover and honour the exceptional works of talented designers from Malaysia and beyond. It sets the benchmark of excellence in design and is committed to championing them in architecture and interior.

The theme of DOTY 2026, “Celebrating Design Intelligence”, highlights how design has evolved beyond mere aesthetics to encompass functionality and sustainability, where user experience, environmentally-friendly materials and technology integration are essential to well-being and efficiency.

Designers who have transformed mere houses into ultimate dream homes through their ingenuity and attention to detail are awarded Best Residential Design. Their projects, which are either landed or high-rise, are featured in Designer Concept.

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