La Costa, Selangor

Designed by Pocket Square

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The brief set out for this project was to create a boutique themed interior, seeing that the property is in an upcoming part of the town with universities, malls & hospitals in the vicinity to attract young professionals for rental purpose. The first reaction would probably be the surprise that the client is someone who was ready to relatively splurge and fully furnish a rental unit. The norm for property owners in KL & Malaysia over the years has always been to spend minimally to avoid major maintenance cost in the future and thinking that potential renters “will always have their own stuff to bring in anyway”. For us, making a house or any residential unit look good and desirable has always been good business. Rental yield percentage increases (as asking price for rental can be above the market rate) & the refurbishment cost can also be recovered when the unit is sold, if that is in the long term plan. Also, the desirability of a turn-key residential unit means it would not stay in the open market for long, taking into account potential lost of income due to vacant unit. So you can say that designing & refurbishing a unit makes good business sense and not just to be enjoyed by designers or design savvy enthusiasts. The design aims to create a mature and neutral color palette which is also specific to future tenants and blend in with their belongings. Due to cost constraints, fixed cabinets also needed to be minimalist in style but maximise in terms of usage, function & practicality. The furnitures are also custom made & upholstered to compliment the interior and function of the spaces. Carefully selected artworks also aims to add depth to the timber cladded interior.
The brief set out for this project was to create a boutique themed interior, seeing that the property is in an upcoming part of the town with universities, malls & hospitals in the vicinity to attract young professionals for rental purpose. The first reaction would probably be the surprise that the client is someone who was ready to relatively splurge and fully furnish a rental unit. The norm for property owners in KL & Malaysia over the years has always been to spend minimally to avoid major maintenance cost in the future and thinking that potential renters “will always have their own stuff to bring in anyway”. For us, making a house or any residential unit look good and desirable has always been good business. Rental yield percentage increases (as asking price for rental can be above the market rate) & the refurbishment cost can also be recovered when the unit is sold, if that is in the long term plan. Also, the desirability of a turn-key residential unit means it would not stay in the open market for long, taking into account potential lost of income due to vacant unit. So you can say that designing & refurbishing a unit makes good business sense and not just to be enjoyed by designers or design savvy enthusiasts. The design aims to create a mature and neutral color palette which is also specific to future tenants and blend in with their belongings. Due to cost constraints, fixed cabinets also needed to be minimalist in style but maximise in terms of usage, function & practicality. The furnitures are also custom made & upholstered to compliment the interior and function of the spaces. Carefully selected artworks also aims to add depth to the timber cladded interior.Read MoreHide
Property Type
Condo
Property Status
New
Area Size
1507 sq. ft.
Cost
RM150,000
Bedrooms
3
Style
Minimalist
Renovation Duration
8 weeks
Year of Completion
2015
Design Fees
RM10,500
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Works included

  • Carpentry
  • False Ceiling
  • Electrical Rewiring
  • Feature Wall
  • Painting
  • Furniture
  • Appliances
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About Pocket Square

Pocket Square, often seen as an accessory to be slotted in the top pocket by using a handkerchief, is used to enhance the aesthetic touch of a real man’s outlook. However charming as it is, adorning a handkerchief has undeniable practical purposes. As with design, space planning & surface treatment should be done with honour rather than just being fashionable. Personal touch & taste is unavoidable, but to design is to form an entity that is of integrated artistry rather than awesome illusion.
Pocket Square, often seen as an accessory to be slotted in the top pocket by using a handkerchief, is used to enhance the aesthetic touch of a real man’s outlook. However charming as it is, adorning a handkerchief has undeniable practical purposes. As with design, space planning & surface treatment should be done with honour rather than just being fashionable. Personal touch & taste is unavoidable, but to design is to form an entity that is of integrated artistry rather than awesome illusion.Read MoreHide

Rating

4.9
Based on reviews left by homeowners
Professionalism4.9 / 5
Workmanship4.8 / 5
Project Management4.8 / 5
Design4.9 / 5

Reviews

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18 reviews with an average of 4.9 stars.
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Reviewed by Randall Ng・Submitted 28 Jun 2023・ Project completed Dec 2021・Designer Nick

I would highly recommend anyone who wants a professional team who can deliver the design to the highest quality to engage with Nick and his Pocket Square team. As I reside in Penang while trying to get my new place ready, I was concerned that I needed to make frequent trips down to KL to monitor the progress and quality of the renovation works. Not only Nick constantly gave my updates on the progress, he even delivered not so good news like mishaps and unforeseen site issues directly to me (instead of me finding out about it myself later). I told him I just wanted to move in with my luggage and belongings, he helped me and my family fully furnish my new home including shopping for kitchen utensils, bed sheets and crockeries. The whole process was, surprisingly, stress free. I even engaged him again to renovate my office in Subang.

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Great process and outcome
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Reviewed by Jason・Submitted 27 Jun 2023・ Project completed Feb 2023・Designer Nick Tan

On top of just being really thoughtful about designing and decorating for a very tricky space, the Pocket Square team were excellent in walking u through the whole process of getting our place done up. We were living abroad while going through the remodel, so we were not quite sure what to expect, and what would happen in case of variations, delays, and logistic mishaps. But Nick and his team really came through for us. From working with the developer’s defects team, to handling the permits and management office bureaucracy, material selection, design + design review, construction, decoration and customization of furniture, the whole team really made it easy for us to trust them to get the job done. On the rare occasion that issues cropped up, I’m very happy that the project management team was forthcoming, and offered multiple solutions to deal with the problems. All in all, the work was done on time, within budget, and with meticulous attention to detail and workmanship. We’re very happy customers and will highly recommend them to anyone who would like to remodel their home without risking a heart attack.

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JW
Excellent experience and result
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Reviewed by Jayden Wong・Submitted 5 Jul 2022・ Project completed Jun 2022・Designer Nick Tan

Nick and his team has provided a hassle-free experience in the entire renovation process from end to end. The end result and quality is fantastic. Even with the initial deposit before presenting design, there wasn't any doubt that Nick would deliver on the design and renovation. It was even his idea to bring us to view his almost-completed project to check out the workshop of his works. The family members and friends like the design and workmanship very much. I highly recommend them.

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Reviewed by Randall Ng・Submitted 28 Jun 2023・ Project completed Dec 2021・Designer Nick

I would highly recommend anyone who wants a professional team who can deliver the design to the highest quality to engage with Nick and his Pocket Square team. As I reside in Penang while trying to get my new place ready, I was concerned that I needed to make frequent trips down to KL to monitor the progress and quality of the renovation works. Not only Nick constantly gave my updates on the progress, he even delivered not so good news like mishaps and unforeseen site issues directly to me (instead of me finding out about it myself later). I told him I just wanted to move in with my luggage and belongings, he helped me and my family fully furnish my new home including shopping for kitchen utensils, bed sheets and crockeries. The whole process was, surprisingly, stress free. I even engaged him again to renovate my office in Subang.

Read More
J
Great process and outcome
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Reviewed by Jason・Submitted 27 Jun 2023・ Project completed Feb 2023・Designer Nick Tan

On top of just being really thoughtful about designing and decorating for a very tricky space, the Pocket Square team were excellent in walking u through the whole process of getting our place done up. We were living abroad while going through the remodel, so we were not quite sure what to expect, and what would happen in case of variations, delays, and logistic mishaps. But Nick and his team really came through for us. From working with the developer’s defects team, to handling the permits and management office bureaucracy, material selection, design + design review, construction, decoration and customization of furniture, the whole team really made it easy for us to trust them to get the job done. On the rare occasion that issues cropped up, I’m very happy that the project management team was forthcoming, and offered multiple solutions to deal with the problems. All in all, the work was done on time, within budget, and with meticulous attention to detail and workmanship. We’re very happy customers and will highly recommend them to anyone who would like to remodel their home without risking a heart attack.

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JW
Excellent experience and result
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Reviewed by Jayden Wong・Submitted 5 Jul 2022・ Project completed Jun 2022・Designer Nick Tan

Nick and his team has provided a hassle-free experience in the entire renovation process from end to end. The end result and quality is fantastic. Even with the initial deposit before presenting design, there wasn't any doubt that Nick would deliver on the design and renovation. It was even his idea to bring us to view his almost-completed project to check out the workshop of his works. The family members and friends like the design and workmanship very much. I highly recommend them.

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RN
Laman Baiduri
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Reviewed by Randall Ng・Submitted 28 Jun 2023・ Project completed Dec 2021・Designer Nick

I would highly recommend anyone who wants a professional team who can deliver the design to the highest quality to engage with Nick and his Pocket Square team. As I reside in Penang while trying to get my new place ready, I was concerned that I needed to make frequent trips down to KL to monitor the progress and quality of the renovation works. Not only Nick constantly gave my updates on the progress, he even delivered not so good news like mishaps and unforeseen site issues directly to me (instead of me finding out about it myself later). I told him I just wanted to move in with my luggage and belongings, he helped me and my family fully furnish my new home including shopping for kitchen utensils, bed sheets and crockeries. The whole process was, surprisingly, stress free. I even engaged him again to renovate my office in Subang.

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