Crazy Rich Asians Home|Belanda House|Asia's Most Luxurious Mansion|Modern Extraordinary Architecture

Welcome to DESIGN SEED!
Today’s episode we had the opportunity to head up to this Hillside Mansion featured in the movie “Crazy Rich Asians” by WarnerBros.
The client bought a very steeply sloping lot in the jungle facing a forest reserve on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur, and the lot was sloping down from the road, from the entrance level.
Located on a thirty five degree slope, the house, known as the Be-Landa house.
Overall throughout the house, the relationship between the spaces is experienced vertically rather than horizontally, with a total of seven staircases threading the spaces together.
We hope you will enjoy this episode!
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[@anaideitak6178]

How amazing is to be an architect and be smart enough to work around nature instead of destroying it. This house is literally on another level!!!! Well done 👍

[@dawm89]

sounds to me like they deforested the land to build the house

[@firozhasan1836]

absolutely

[@estatedia]

Green building is the trending now,... we will see more.

[@josephinebrevig8748]

No pun intended 😂

[@Aeybiseediy]

They destroyed the original trees and replanted new decorational ones

[@klleeful]

Every once in a while you encounter a house that inspires and this is definitely one of it. It’s rather unassuming from the outside but once you goes in it’s like going into paradise.

[@lucky889s9]

If you can tolerate the bugs and reptiles in this forest... Sure go Ahead

[@sofiaglove]

@@lucky889s9 millions of Malaysian including myself grew up in villages surrounded by forest and we came out just fine. Our village house was so open to the nature but at night we slept inside mosquito net. The reptiles came and go but nobody sweat about it. Comparing to this majestic house, u can solve any problem as long as you have money and there is nothing wrong with having so much money.

[@FinleyInc]

What happens if there's a typhoon/storm/rain?

[@4pf-zz9fh]

@@FinleyInc typhoons don't occur in malaysia relatively. only happened two times ever and the last one was in 1996.

[@21wonbin]

This is the most amazing house ive seen so far. I am just so inlove with the whole concept and overall aesthetic. Ive watched this like countless times. Ive always been amazed how houses were built in a slope. It must be a challenge from structural and architectural perspectives. One day, i will have a house like this sitting in a slope with a calm overlooking mountain and forests at the back of the house.

[@prawiraagung4011]

ok bro

[@FinleyInc]

What happens if there's a typhoon/storm/rain?

[@Ben-uf6ey]

Awesome house, love how it combines modern living with nature.. My only concern would be the bugs from the jungle swarming the house especially at night when they get attracted to the light

[@lambo8429]

Thank god I'm not the only one worried about the bugs lol

[@umaiman3576]

Dont worry, their maid can get rid of that....

[@junebush9228]

Nice house definitely,, just hope the owners are not modern day colonialists 🤞

[@Aeybiseediy]

@@junebush9228 yeah, these white people gives off the colonial vibes...

[@tanvi5378]

Pest control of some advance level for the ultra rich, I guess.

[@juliusantivo271]

The Architects and team behind this awesome project have the full knowledge of Malaysia's geography given the fact that the house at the centre of a forest and has open areas which are totally exposed to wet weather conditions; there's a greater chance that the area is not prone to typhoons paths; but on bright weather it really looks spectacular as been showcased.

[@holygate527]

It's the engineer actually

[@siyuwoaini]

​@@holygate527 The organization of spaces and relationships with the surroundings definitely fall under the architect's scope. Engineers mainly do calculations based on architects' proposals

[@vueport99]

The engineers and builders did an amazing job. But the land itself was destroyed. And that's the reality

[@siyuwoaini]

@@vueport99 as long as you build to live the pristine form of land will be modified. Unless you want to live on a tree

[@13minutestomidnight]

The areas of the house that are open all the time (which is just the area next to the pool) probably just use outside furniture (or rather, furniture which can tolerate rain). The rest is either inside or has closing glass doors/walls or wooden louvers.

[@indigoinarritu6096]

If I had money I would definitely hire this design firm to design my house. This house is amazing! It is so close to my type of dream house. Mine would be a little more industrial with stone and wood rather than smooth white exterior. Kudos.

[@FPJBatangQuiapoOfficial]

Belanda House is another level of inspiration when it comes to excellent architecture. I salute to the Architect who had a brilliant idea in conserving nature while building such an extraordinary house in the middle of the forest. To the owners (husband and wife and family), cheers to all of you guys!

[@Ivan-xg1hx]

this outdoor living concept is very breathtaking design-wise, but iirc mosquitoes is a huge problem in tropical countries, especially near the forest environments

[@annie8230]

Yes!! They have the lights on at night in jungle. That’s a bug magnet. And bugs attract birds which poop. How do they upkeep it !!

[@13minutestomidnight]

@@annie8230 Sigh, this is kind of obvious. First, the high heights mean mosquitos won’t fly up, and both repelling vegetation and bought lights can all repel them (or kill them). But the easiest option? The house has huge spaces that are either inside or can be closed off with glass doors. Birds are a different issue, but with the height and all the natural ecosystem that they preferentially live in around, I think it should be not that common unless you do something like feed them.

[@matt6353]

This house is really awesome! The true meaning of life and space philosophy blended in a nature-friendly design is really outstanding. Thank you for the beautiful sharing.

[@FinleyInc]

What happens if there's a typhoon/storm/rain?

[@multiplierfx6429]

Again no mention of how to deal with mosquito problem when showcasing an open air design like this. Or somehow bugs just don't like Belanda people?

[@subliminallytrying4046]

well my neighbourhood is exactly like this where we are surrounded by hills and jungle. suprisingly enough i never had problems with mosquitoes or just bugs in general. idk if my parents had done anything to prevent it but seriously i never had issues with bugs. so maybe this house is the same. the architect may have already done something to tackle that issue. just my opinion btw

[@johnsmithsu310]

there's at least 108 snipe position out there ngl 💀#itsajoke #r/joke #fortnite

[@lunamiku4166]

They can plant insect repellant plants to prevent mosquitoes, light up a mosquito coil or use a light device that attracts and kills insects

[@TubersAndPotatoes]

Maybe they're burning some incense or citronella oils to ward them off

[@RockPunkFloyd]

Worry about it when it's your house, meanwhile enjoy a beautiful design.

[@janoppus2948]

Beautiful. The first time i saw this house in CRA, i was inlove with it! thank you for featuring such a wonderful piece of fine architecture.

[@AereaO11]

When I think about houses like this one, I'm thinking more of the maintenance needed when exposed to different elements. I don't live in a jungle but my balcony always gets shat on by birds and occasionally bats. I guess that won't matter if you have house help or hire cleaning services.

[@arsenalunsungplays5188]

Mosquitoes?

[@marimo66666]

when it rains really heavily your stairs are going to get wet...

[@AQHackAQ]

Yeah heavy rain is pretty common in Malaysia. So all those outdoor areas of the house are definitely soaked wet whenever it rains heavily. Not sure how they even deal with that. Probably got workers dedicated to wiping and drying everything.

[@Y3llow_Submarin3]

@@AQHackAQ ya wanna ask bila hujan macam mana? We rain almost everyday

[@13minutestomidnight]

The areas of the house that are open all the time (which is just the area next to the pool) probably just use outside furniture (or rather, furniture which can tolerate rain). The rest is either inside or has closing glass doors/walls or wooden louvers. Everything else is basically a problem you have whenever you decide to have areas open to the environment, whether that’s an open window, a balcony or something else. If you don’t like that, then just close yourself up in a little air-conditioned box - just live in a high-rise if that’s the case. Your choice.

[@raquelgarcia1386]

Breathtaking!!! Love the house, the nature that surrounds it and all the collected art pieces. Beautiful! 💚

[@qhuizatlantis8484]

Definitely a dream house. Serene, sleek, eco-friendly. A quality home indeed.

[@lucky889s9]

If you can tolerate the bugs, spiders, roaches, and reptiles in this forest... Sure go Ahead

[@yunashin2528]

FIRST! OMGGG This is my dream house 😭😭😭😭♥️♥️♥️ kudos to design seed for always featuring state of the art homes ♥️

[@FinleyInc]

This is not your dream house... You don't know What can happen if there's a typhoon/storm/rain

[@markchristian4023]

I have to say that this is by far the best house you guys have discovered and showcased. It is absolutely stunning! Kudos as well to the team that designed this and executed it! Would love to visit it one day if the opportunity arises. Keep it up Design Seed!

[@soothingmoments2139]

Stunning but not practical.. Malaysia experience heavy rain and sometime quite sever storm with strong winds... Wonder if they factor that it too.. Strong winds will blow parts of trees and leaves inside the open house...

[@vossecre9405]

Pp

[@travelwithchaminda4655]

one of the most Amazing Architectural Marvolours I have ever seen. Design Seed you guys are worth watching!

[@cherie4665]

Fantastic location and gorgeous views! Thanks for sharing the architecture and the construction process!

[@sheebumusthafa5243]

Courage + creativity + enthusiasm = no boundaries. Nobody know until you give it a try.

[@boopboopboop459]

Genius architecture and interior design. Besides how magnificent the forest it overlooks or the way it is built on a sloping mountain or the indoor/outdoor living nature of it, the color palette, furniture, art is beautiful and tasteful. My dream home!

[@sharinasuhaimi2043]

The owner is right - this house is unique! It’s amazing, it’s beautiful, it’s truly creative and environmentally appreciative

[@vic-id5qn]

the finishing of whole house and especially the walls, whether outside or inside, is so fine. The workers must be so skilled.

[@horcrux1984]

This mansion is just extremely magnificent. I know I couldn't afford this, but I'm sure it would be heaven to live in such a beautiful home. Thanks for sharing it.

[@kazzuhiko123]

omg this is my dream house!! simple from the front but glorious from the back...no neighbors, harmony with nature, multi-layered, a bridge, a grand staircase with plants (I would have added a waterfall that flows to the pool), an infinite pool that opens to the jungle, a city and nature view in one..I'm so jealous. I'll be The Watcher of this house lol

[@linustw]

34% slope...anywhere else in kl if development like this, people living around it will shout "blardy disasterous in the making", but someone the developer of this entire bungalow land managed to sell these lands to individual owners to build such mansions here.

[@hellodarknesss.myoldfriend]

is it bad in Malaysia to build on such a slope?

[@aaap16annuar40]

Depends on where u build it. Those landslide-prone areas that is a big NO

[@maj8668]

@@hellodarknesss.myoldfriend so bad, because Malaysia known for its weird weather, sometimes its sunny, sometimes its rainy, morning its sunny, evening its raining. So to build a house like this is a really big NO. Better avoid.

[@akane8615]

This is definitely an ambitious project, im scare just looking at it.

[@Aeybiseediy]

Agreed. I have anxiety looking at this house..

[@shebelievedshecouldsoshedi5959]

My mouth was literally open in wonder throughout this entire video! This house is indescribable! Exquisite doesn’t even do it justice.

[@Adeline909]

This is what you call living life at fhe fullest!! Never a dull moment in a house like this. This is ArT of Arquitect at its Finest !! ... Bellisima !!👌🏼😍💯

[@jtalesra]

Simply WOW! The open concept blended with nature and loved the wall to display the artifacts. The complete design of the house is just amazing.

[@Dap740]

Wow this is absolutely stunning!!!!! I am just in love with the open staircases surrounded by the statues and plants 😍😍😍😍

[@lucky889s9]

If you can tolerate the bugs, spiders, roaches, and reptiles in this forest... Sure go Ahead

[@solitairehomedesign]

Designers are truly some of the most creative people, it's unbelievable!🤩🤩🤩

[@natep6729]

This is amazing! But if i lived there i probably won't use the outdoor space much because i'm afraid of bugs and insects. And a house that close to the forest. No way hahah

[@emilylee4410]

Great video. Only wondering why they rather do a virtual interview with the co-architect rather than the Malaysian co-architect, Amanda Teh about a house in Malaysia.

[@rheazuvaki]

because this house was designed by stephanie.

[@buwburbhbjeqbb6790]

Beautiful architecture...... and briliant design by architects. I live in tropical region. Thus I know how extreme rainy season and sunlight can be there in malaysia. I wonder how architects tackled those problems in open design of house.

[@ZONE38]

You have such a great eye for detail. Amazing work!

[@KyleHuang]

Genuine question for @design seed What about bugs? Wouldnt the owners get a lot of bugs since they're in the forest?

[@supertramp5734]

Scary but outstanding architecture. Beautifully blending with nature. Unique indeed.

[@PeaceKeeper28]

I always thought houses facing a sea or a lake can only be great and provide natural view. But this house blew my mind. Very nice view and great work by Owner and team.

[@awesomeboy-muzz]

This channel deserves a lot for providing great content, editing, explanation and more❤️

[@cathychan2814]

I only have 3 word...WOW!. Such a well thought out design. Despite multi levels which tends to add complexity and needs to be handle with care, there is harmony and continuity in the layout. The bridge brings the house together and complete the wholeness of the design. Wow...

[@kim_i_said6598]

Fell IN LOVE with this place after seeing the ladies prayer meeting scene in Crazy Rich Asians Couldn't get over that aesthetic. It was eye candy for sure!

[@joy1671]

I watched the movie, Crazy Rich Asian, this mansion wowed me. Im glad to see more part of the house and it's nothing short of what you expect from the 'Young family home' 😊 Curious though, how do they prevent mosquitos?

[@mariaannainditahernawati7132]

angin cukup kencang jadi nyamuk tidak sempat untuk tinggal lama di rumah tersebut kelemahan nyamuk adalah angin yang kencang

[@joy1671]

@D R My grandparents' house is high up in the mountain too but mosquitos are still everywhere. Im curious if they have special technology installed or the owner uses plant based repellant. Maybe we can do the same to prevent mosquitos esp in areas where there trees and other gardens.

[@nbapbaupdate8338]

Another quality content 🔥🔥🔥 Still watching 💪💪💪 June 17, 2023

[@hoperissa4253]

I hope my future home was almost like this. I, myself grow up nearby a hill. Would love to live nearby nature again in future

[@sjelucten7150]

Must be lots of snakes though.

[@13minutestomidnight]

This is an amazing house, and absolutely beautiful and inspiring architecture. I would just love something like this. This is an amazing lesson in how to modernise traditional cultural housing in inspiring ways. Thankyou for showing us this

[@hallielenard3331]

This is a truly amazing house and really nice to see the owners appreciate the natural setting rather than destroying it when intend to have a modest living.

[@Ahem2002]

I grew up in the pacifics and one of the things was watching the rain - and its mesmerizing.

[@soundprophetdavis2874]

Beautiful home! I rarely like modern architecture since it usually feels cold and sterile, but not this. This home feels refreshing. My only concern now is it doesn't seem suitable for retirement due to the many stairs. I'm hoping they just forgot to show us the elevator.

[@rventura101699rv]

Beautiful! I think this house checks the brief checklist, bravo!!! Just want to know, though, how does one clean all that glass, especially since I would think it rains a lot in Malaysia?

[@jocybondoc8876]

Wow amazing house and beautiful design..

[@andylam73]

this is really my dream house in the tropical countries. i like the openness. but wonder would the bugs and mosquito be an issue. i knew that most tropical countries such as the cleanest one, singapore still has this mosquito issue and so windows come with screen to stop the bugs.

[@adachan3295]

and the birds' droppings- so hard to clean!

[@v2mydreams]

isaw this house photos 5 years back till now i am looking out for this house video... thank you very much

[@jameschoy7424]

OMG YAY! Love this channel with its beautiful showcase of tropic architecture

[@tomasmachiana4033]

Alex, I love the way you found to bring to us this spectacular architecture. You make us believe with you video that architecture isn't just about conceiving buildings, but giving people the way of living espectacular life

[@bunberrier]

As beautiful as that is I kept thinking how much labor would be involved with keeping it clean and in good repair. For example there is probably at least one person on staff who comes home from work smelling like windex every day. Are there storms or inclement weather there? Thanks to the family for sharing it was a great tour.

[@noahlapuz3853]

Amazing and thoughtful architecture!

[@alifazizi5223]

some of the luxury house design in Malaysia are nice to see. with this kind of climate in here, it gonna cost u more for maintenance later. Too many exposed area. well, that's not one of crazy rich people's problem i guess

[@starrseed2687]

I am so madly madly madly envious of this spectacular home! Jaw dropping !

[@DaestrumManitz]

Beautiful design, integrating the natural elements in it’s construction. Scenic view is also lovely. \¥/

[@cadacor88]

This is great architecture fitting so nicely into the beautiful landscape. The house is marvellous. The video presentation is perfect.

[@copypasta1517]

As gorgeous as it looks I think this design is impractical in Malaysia due to insects and bugs especially mosquitoes, dust and the precipitation due to the climate.

[@nazikiwe8259]

I'm not from Malaysia but was wondering about this. How do they deal with insect control? 🤔

[@RJsonofagun]

Just burn one mosquito coil at the open are, it's truly effective. I do that when I camp at jungle

[@jianzhengloi9850]

It is an amazing house, but I confuse about how it protects the interior during strong wind and heavy rainy climate in Malaysia?......

[@Mokkofactory]

Would be intresting if you can show the bedrooms especially master bedroom

[@Srijawnston]

Wonderful home Thanks for the tour😊

[@rayleung_photography]

Truly amazing 😍 Plenty of open space. Beautifully done, love the use of netural colors in the property and how it blends with the surrounding forest.

[@alinahMQuantum]

Stunningly gorgeous mansion full of serenity . I wonder how much they spent building it esp that it stands on a quite steep angle slope.

[@onceuponaustralia]

What a magnificent home. Thanks for sharing :-)

[@kingk2405]

You should contact the UK ‘ Grand Design’ production team , sure they ll be interested to do an episode on this fab house ! Amazing .

[@albertyounglantau]

Beautiful house! Wonder for this kind of open design, how do they handle the mosquito problem.

[@larsstougaard7097]

They will invite them in as guests and offer them a Bloody Mary 🍸 😉

[@goonerook]

Exactly the question I wanted to ask. A very real and practical question in the Malaysian climate

[@actualangel5133]

@@larsstougaard7097 😄😄😄😄

[@maeauditore]

Maybe they have mosquitoes Xray killer bot or something 😂

[@rachelmarie2301]

Beautiful house, wow! As a Malaysian and a New Zealander, and have seen flooding/landslides in both countries, how is the Belanda House protected from landslides events?

[@pjninja9546]

Honest question here - how do you manage rain and especially mosquitos? The upper deck of the living pavillion seems to have sliding windows and the lower deck seems to be completely open. Wouldn't all the furnishing get wet if there's rain and wind? And wouldn't you get bitten by mosquitos every time you sit out there?

[@m.febriangiovanni9446]

looking for this too, dont answer with mosquitos repelling plant, bcs i have almost all of that in my house and changed nothing

[@johnlee9126]

I guess they wouldn’t mind the furnitures outside to be wet, they have blinds to closed it up when it’s raining to prevent the inside of the house from getting wet Angmoh more hairy, mosquitoes have trouble biting hairy people.

[@pjninja9546]

@@johnlee9126 As a hairy person myself I can say this isn't true hahaha... I get bitten all the time 😭

[@dilbum1072]

Mosquitoes are weak flyers. They couldn't fly from the jungle floor to the upper deck. In the case they got swept up by the wind to the upper deck, the ceiling fans will make it hard for them to control their flying. Their best chances to survive at the upper decks are by hiding from the winds generated by the fan and the jungle.

[@m.febriangiovanni9446]

@@dilbum1072 lol, no

[@UdellYoutube]

This is the brutality of stunning unequivocally breathtaking!

[@rhonaklipp]

What an elegant home! It really engages the imagination! But what happens when it rains a lot? Do the stairs turn into water falls? Aren't the stairways slippery at that point?

[@winnieloh4279]

In Malaysia, thunderstorms are short lived but fierce and almost daily following intense scorching sun. Whenever I wash my balcony, porch or even do laundry, it takes around an hour in the midday sun to dry completely.

[@winnieloh4279]

In Malaysia, thunderstorms are short lived but fierce and almost daily following intense scorching sun. Whenever I wash my balcony, porch or even do laundry, it takes around an hour in the midday sun to dry completely.

[@winnieloh4279]

In Malaysia, thunderstorms are short lived but fierce and almost daily preceding/following intense scorching sun. Whenever I wash my balcony, porch or even do large laundry, it takes around an hour in the midday sun to dry completely. After a while, wet floors, insects, wildlife doesn’t bother too much. It’s very refreshing with cool breeze in the forest reserves. The trick to minimise mosquitoes is to build the house on higher ground away from the dense tropical trees, at the same height of the “crown” of the trees.

[@winnieloh4279]

In Malaysia, thunderstorms are short lived but fierce and almost daily preceding/following intense scorching sun. Whenever I wash my balcony, porch or even do large laundry, it takes around an hour in the midday sun to dry completely. After a while, wet floors, insects, wildlife doesn’t bother too much. It’s very refreshing with cool breeze in the forest reserves. The trick to minimise mosquitoes is to build the house on higher ground away from the dense tropical trees, at the same height of the “crown” of the trees.

[@160775rabi]

Wow so amazing house & connected with nature, Really I like so much

[@HappyHourXP]

Beautiful architecture! Wondered how much does it cost to design and construct these kind of buildings tho

[@maverickproject2457]

With that kind of detailing and slope building.. I guess its probably around RM1200 per sqft ... 8%-10% fees from total construction cost for design

[@thecowegg]

Wow

[@samuelminassie1835]

It is a really amazing home. I love it.

[@ClearBrookRae]

A Wow-factor house which blends with nature ... but I wondered what happens when it rains? any blinds to shield from the elements?

[@BigDutchmanAsia]

Thank you for the feature Alex

[@patrickchan2829]

Gorgeous but full of mosquito every evening till morning

[@jenniferjemison636]

Soon worth it!😇

[@willcookmakeup]

Wow this house is beautiful

[@drewh3224]

Crazy rich Asian home or Crazy rich White home?

[@azonco2654]

This feeels lik you will always be on vacation mode..just wow!

[@mr.d7688]

Oh my goodness i am just watching but i don't know what to say i am speechless. Really beautiful and relaxing. This also why i like homes that built on to the slopy land

[@jayajukz9890]

The concept, construction is just out of the world!

[@omaraziz1299]

might be the best house ive seen on these channels.

[@cesao__]

This is what you can call a real masterpiece 😮

[@lornapartol2957]

Breath taking view ,the architecture and the house

[@kennethpaulsamonte1178]

i just find this video random on my feed and i was surprise on how great design seed content is.

[@thespacesbetweenstudio3346]

and they say money can't buy you happiness. This is beautiful

[@sirRustyiron]

I could prolly sit in that terrace and stare that wilderness view for the whole day and wouldn't get bored, what a dream :D

[@vietnamesehomes]

This house is literally on another level!!! good house

[@ilhamgaming9689]

i have a vey nice land behind river,...unfortunately dont have enough fund to have this kind of architecture house design..hope can make a dream house like these one day...tq Design Seed giving us inspiring ideas

[@aracelisastre6990]

It is a piece of art, in the Middle of nature! THANKS for sharing!

[@claire2470]

LOVE and LIKE this!!!🤗 I live in a similar one here in the mountinous area of the PHILIPPINES. . . where you can have a breath of fresh air, listen to the chirping of birds and sounds of insects, watch the swaying of plants and trees. . . a view from a hill is a woooooooow! aaaaaaaaahhhhhh ASIAN HOMES🤗... THANK YOU SIR FOR SHARING YOUR HOME AND THANK YOU BELANDA and DESIGN SEED FOR FEATURING SUCH. . . You got my subscription!

[@mushfiqurrahman1107]

hands down the most stunning modern tropical home I've seen

[@storiesthatinsoire]

I would just add a roof to it with a sitting place which can be used at night or day , where it will give experience of being fully under the open sky , would love it ❤️

[@rkbudiman3652]

Perfect and Clear Vision Home. Salute to Jan Hofstede & Spouse.

[@maverickproject2457]

One of the house that I really appreciate on how the architect manage to work with the slope/terrain without destroying the language of the building.. some of the hillside house mostly at that area are ugly to look at..probably just focusing on internal space without taking care of exterior look.. money can buy u anything but not class...

[@ps-dn7ce]

Stunning!

[@sanusiyousuf6492]

U can find a lot of designs like this …. U will wonder to see ubud Indonesia especially…. Nature friendly and magnificent ambiance….

[@geenaee4772]

Gorgeous house, didn’t know it was featured in a movie until now. Sadhu