Velaria Àgbékalẹ̀ Ọ̀ṣọ́ Inú Ilé Gbígbé by Linus Saw is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award in Àpẹẹrẹ Àyà Inú Ilé àti Ibi Àfihàn Competition Category.
IdẹInú Ilé· 2026
Velaria Àgbékalẹ̀ Ọ̀ṣọ́ Inú Ilé Gbígbé
by Linus Saw
Client: INEX Decor
Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award Winner in Inú Ilé Category
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The Design
About Velaria Àgbékalẹ̀ Ọ̀ṣọ́ Inú Ilé Gbígbé
Velaria jẹ́ ilé àdáni alájà méjì ní Penang, Malaysia, pẹ̀lú àyè ìkọ́lé tí ó tó ẹgbẹ̀rún mẹ́rin ó lé ẹgbẹ̀rin (4800) ẹsẹ̀ bàtà onígun mẹ́rin. Àwọn agbègbè oníṣètò gbangba so ibi ìgbafẹ́, ibi ọtí àti ibi ìjẹun pọ̀, nígbà tí yàrá olórí ilé sì jẹ́ ibi ìsinmi àdáni. Òkúta mábù ti Ítálì, igi wọ́ọ̀nọ́tì àti idẹ bíráàsì ń dá ìgbóná àti ẹwà rẹ̀wà sílẹ̀. Ibi ọtí tí ó wà ní àárín gbùngbùn ni ó jẹ́ ìpìlẹ̀ fún àwọn àpéjọ àwùjọ, àwọn ìran tí ó kọjú sí adágún omi sì ń ṣe àtìlẹ́yìn fún àyíká tí ó farabalẹ̀ bí ti hotẹ́ẹ̀lì. Wọ́n lo iṣẹ́ gbẹ́nàgbẹ́nà àkànṣe, àwọn ohun èlò ilé tí a ṣe ní pàtàkì àti àwọn ètò ìtànṣán tí a so pọ̀. Àtẹ̀gùn tí ó léfòó pẹ̀lú ìtànṣán tí ó ń tẹ̀lé ìṣíkiri ni ó so àwọn ipele méjèèjì pọ̀.
The Recognition
About the Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award
Velaria Àgbékalẹ̀ Ọ̀ṣọ́ Inú Ilé Gbígbé jẹ́ olùborí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award, ìdánimọ̀ olókìkí gan-an tí a fún àwọn àwòṣe tó tayọ tí wọ́n yàtọ̀ nípasẹ̀ ìṣẹ̀dá, àrékérekè àti ọgbọ́n inú. Àwọn olùborí Idẹ jẹ́ àwọn ohun èlò tó ní ìjáfáfá gan-an tí wọ́n sì ní ìṣẹ̀dá tó yani lẹ́nu tí wọ́n ń ṣe ẹ̀rí ìrírí gbígbòòrò, ìrònú àti ọgbọ́n àwọn olùṣàwòṣe wọn. A retí pé Velaria Àgbékalẹ̀ Ọ̀ṣọ́ Inú Ilé Gbígbé yóò jẹ́ ohun tí a kà sí gidigidi, tí a gbóríyìn fún tí a sì nífẹ̀ẹ́, tó jẹ́ ti ọ̀jáfáfá lọ́nà tó ṣe pàtàkì tó sì ní ìmúṣẹ̀dá tuntun. Àwòṣe tó borí Àmì-ẹ̀yẹ Idẹ A' Design Award yìí ń kó àwọn ọ̀nà tó dára jùlọ nínú iṣẹ́ ọnà, sáyẹ́ǹsì, àwòṣe àti ìmọ̀-ẹ̀rọ jọ, ó sì tayọ nítorí àfiyèsí rẹ̀ sí àwọn àlàyé kékeré. Velaria Àgbékalẹ̀ Ọ̀ṣọ́ Inú Ilé Gbígbé ń tẹ́ àwọn ohun tí a nílò lọ́rùn lọ́nà àgbàyanu, ó ń fọwọ́ kan àwọn ìfẹ́ inú, ó ń gbà ọkàn ó sì ń fa ìfẹ́ láti mọ̀ mọ́ra.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- This luxurious private residence blends leisure and sophistication through refined spatial planning. It features open-plan zones, an integrated bar, and a private master suite. Rich materials like Italian marble, walnut, and brass create warmth and elegance. A central bar anchors social life, while views to the pool and curated art enhance a hotel like ambiance with seamless transitions between spaces.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- 2-storey private residence, 4800 sq ft built-up area. Features include full-height wine display, open bar counter, floating staircase with motion lighting, concealed storage systems, and smart control lighting throughout key zones.
- Tags
- Luxury Interior, Contemporary Villa, Private Residence, Bespoke Design, Designer Lighting, Modern Living Space, Marble Feature Wall, Custom Furniture, Open Plan Layout, High-End Home
- Production Technology
- The project was realized using a combination of custom millwork, marble cladding, bespoke furniture, and integrated lighting systems. Advanced carpentry detailing and precision marble installation were employed to ensure visual alignment and harmony across surfaces.
- Design Challenge
- The biggest challenge was integrating luxury aesthetics without compromising spatial warmth. Ceiling heights and beam placements required creative detailing to maintain proportions. Custom furniture was developed to meet exact fit and flow across zones.
- Research
- Research involved case studies of luxury villas, boutique hotels, and homeowner lifestyle preferences. Feng Shui consultancy was conducted to optimize flow and room arrangement. Material research focused on acoustic control, tactile textures, and humidity resilience.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by the concept of sanctuary living, the design reflects a desire for a luxurious retreat that feels like home. It draws from Malaysia's tropical context with soft lighting, natural textures, and open flow. Influenced by modern lounges and feng shui, the layout offers visual connection and harmony. European interior palettes inspired the rich materials, aiming for a timeless and elegant space.
- Project Duration
- Design development spanned 2 months, followed by a 12-month construction timeline. The project is located in Penang, Malaysia.
- Operation Flow
- The layout allows fluid movement between the entertainment lounge, bar, and dining zones. Residents interact intuitively with the space through open sightlines, soft seating transitions, and layered lighting scenes. The master bedroom is designed for retreat, while the public areas encourage gathering and celebration.
- Patents
- Copyrights belong to INEX Decor and Linus Saw, 2025.
- Team Members
- Linus Saw
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Photographer Gavin Yam, Bar and Lounge with Double Height Ceiling, 2025.
Image #2: Photographer Gavin Yam, Lounge and Bar Perspective, 2025.
Image #3: Photographer Gavin Yam, Living Hall with Marble TV Wall, 2025.
Image #4: Photographer Gavin Yam, Master Bedroom with Lounge Area, 2025.
Image #5: Photographer Gavin Yam, Dining Room with Horse Artwork, 2025.
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