Imperial Residence Condominium - Modern Interior Design & Custom Cabinetry Project | Sungai Ara Bayan Lepas Penang

Imperial Residence Condominium, Sungai Ara, Bayan Lepas, Penang

Modern Interior Design & Custom Cabinetry Project

Kitchen Story Sdn. Bhd. completed this modern interior design and custom cabinetry project at Imperial Residence Condominium, Sungai Ara, Bayan Lepas, Penang. The project was planned around a clean, practical, and modern home concept, with customised cabinetry designed to improve storage, daily convenience, and overall visual consistency.

The project scope included interior design service, modern altar cabinet with storage function, new kitchen cabinet, TV cabinet, plaster ceiling works, wiring works, and painting works. Each area was designed to support the client’s lifestyle while maintaining a neat and contemporary home appearance.

For the kitchen cabinet, we used a combination of melamine ABS edging doors and X-Slim spray-painted glass doors. This material mix creates a balanced look: warm wood texture for visual comfort, glossy white surfaces for a clean modern feel, and practical cabinet finishing suitable for daily kitchen use.

The kitchen was also fitted with a BLUM drawer system and DTC soft-closing door hinges to improve smoothness, reduce closing noise, and provide a more durable user experience.

For the living area, the custom TV cabinet was designed with a clean and sleek concept. The cabinet uses solid plywood carcass with high pressure laminate finishing, completed in a glossy white appearance to keep the living space bright, simple, and visually spacious.

A key feature of this project is the modern altar cabinet with storage purpose. Instead of treating the altar as a separate decorative item, it was integrated into the interior design as a functional built-in cabinet. The result is a clean, respectful, and practical altar area that also provides hidden storage.

Project Scope of Work

• Interior design service
• Custom modern altar cabinet with storage
• New kitchen cabinet
• Custom TV cabinet
• Plaster ceiling works
• Wiring works
• Painting works
• Cabinet fabrication and installation

Design Concept

The design concept for this Imperial Residence project focuses on a modern, clean, and functional condominium interior.

The kitchen combines wood texture, glossy white cabinet surfaces, and glass finishing to create a bright and practical cooking space. The living area uses a sleek white TV cabinet against a feature wall, giving the space a clean and uncluttered appearance. The altar cabinet was designed as part of the overall interior, allowing the home to maintain a modern look while still respecting the client’s prayer and storage needs.

The overall result is suitable for condominium owners who prefer a practical modern home with custom-built storage, clean finishing, and a balanced mix of warm and glossy materials.

Key Feature: Modern Altar Cabinet with Storage

The altar cabinet is one of the highlights of this project. It was designed to serve both spiritual and practical needs, with a dedicated display area and integrated cabinet storage.

This solution helps keep prayer items organised while maintaining a clean appearance in the living and dining area. The built-in design also allows the altar to blend naturally with the surrounding interior instead of looking like an afterthought.

Key Feature: Kitchen Cabinet with Mixed Material Finishing

The kitchen cabinet uses a combination of melamine ABS edging doors and X-Slim spray-painted glass doors.

The melamine ABS edging finish provides practicality and durability, while the X-Slim spray-painted glass doors add a modern glossy surface. This combination gives the kitchen a more refined look without making the space feel too plain.

The warm wood-textured section around the cooking area also creates visual contrast and helps soften the overall white cabinet design.

Key Feature: BLUM Drawer System & DTC Soft-Closing Hinges

For smoother daily use, the cabinet system was fitted with BLUM drawer systems and DTC soft-closing door hinges.

These fittings improve the opening and closing experience, reduce noise, and make the kitchen cabinet more comfortable for everyday use. For a condominium kitchen, this is especially important because the kitchen is used frequently and storage access must feel smooth and reliable.

Key Feature: Glossy White TV Cabinet

The TV cabinet was designed with a clean and sleek concept using solid plywood carcass and high pressure laminate finishing.

The glossy white finish helps brighten the living area and creates a simple, modern look. The cabinet also provides functional storage while keeping the entertainment area neat and visually light.

Challenges

1. Creating a Modern Home Without Making the Space Feel Cold

The client wanted a clean and modern design, but too much white or glossy surface can make a home feel plain or cold.

2. Integrating an Altar Cabinet into a Modern Interior

The altar area needed to be respectful, visible, and functional, but it also had to blend with the overall home design.

3. Balancing Kitchen Function with Visual Design

The kitchen needed to support daily cooking, storage, and appliance placement while still looking modern and tidy.

4. Coordinating Wiring, Lighting, and Cabinetry

The project included wiring, plaster ceiling, and cabinet works. Poor coordination could affect lighting positions, power points, and cabinet installation accuracy.

5. Maintaining a Clean Look in a Condominium Layout

Condominium layouts often have limited space, so every cabinet needed to be planned carefully to avoid a crowded appearance.

Solutions

1. Balanced Material Combination

We combined glossy white surfaces with warm wood-textured finishes to create a clean but comfortable interior. This avoided an overly cold or plain appearance.

2. Built-In Altar Cabinet Design

The altar cabinet was designed as part of the overall interior. Storage was integrated into the cabinet so prayer items and accessories could be kept organised.

3. Practical Kitchen Layout Planning

The kitchen cabinet was planned around actual cooking, washing, appliance, and storage needs. The use of melamine ABS edging doors and X-Slim spray-painted glass doors created both function and visual contrast.

4. Proper Coordination Before Installation

Wiring and plaster ceiling works were coordinated with the cabinet design before installation. This helped ensure better alignment, cleaner lighting placement, and fewer site adjustments.

5. Sleek Cabinet Design for Visual Spaciousness

The TV cabinet and kitchen cabinet were designed with clean lines and simple surfaces to keep the home looking neat and spacious.

Materials & Finishing Used

Why This Project Works Well

This project works well because it combines modern design with practical storage. The kitchen is functional and visually clean, the TV cabinet keeps the living area simple and sleek, and the altar cabinet provides a dedicated spiritual area without disrupting the modern interior concept.

For homeowners at Imperial Residence Condominium, Sungai Ara, Bayan Lepas, Penang, this project shows how custom cabinetry can improve storage, function, and home presentation within a condominium layout.

FAQ

1. Do you provide interior design services at Imperial Residence Condominium, Sungai Ara?

Yes. Kitchen Story Sdn. Bhd. provides interior design and custom cabinetry services for condominium projects at Imperial Residence, Sungai Ara, Bayan Lepas, and nearby Penang areas.

2. Do you build custom kitchen cabinets in Bayan Lepas?

Yes. We design, fabricate, and install custom kitchen cabinets for homes in Bayan Lepas, Sungai Ara, Bayan Baru, Teluk Kumbar, Batu Maung, Georgetown, and other Penang locations.

3. What is X-Slim spray-painted glass door for kitchen cabinets?

X-Slim spray-painted glass door is a modern cabinet door option with a slim profile and smooth glass surface. It gives the kitchen a clean, glossy, and contemporary appearance.

4. What is melamine ABS edging door?

Melamine ABS edging door is a practical cabinet door option commonly used for kitchen cabinets and built-in furniture. The ABS edging helps protect the board edge and gives the cabinet a cleaner finish.

5. Is BLUM drawer system suitable for kitchen cabinets?

Yes. BLUM drawer systems are suitable for kitchen cabinets because they provide smoother movement, better closing control, and improved daily user experience.

6. Why use DTC soft-closing hinges?

DTC soft-closing hinges help cabinet doors close quietly and smoothly. They reduce impact when closing and make the cabinet more comfortable to use.

7. Can you design a modern altar cabinet with storage?

Yes. We can design custom altar cabinets with storage, lighting, display space, and hidden compartments based on the homeowner’s requirements and home layout.

8. Is solid plywood suitable for TV cabinets?

Yes. Solid plywood is suitable for TV cabinets because it offers better strength and stability for built-in furniture, especially when paired with high pressure laminate finishing.

9. Can you provide plaster ceiling and wiring works together with cabinet installation?

Yes. Depending on the project scope, we can coordinate plaster ceiling, wiring, lighting, painting, and cabinet installation to achieve a cleaner final result.

10. Do you provide custom cabinetry for condominiums in Penang?

Yes. Kitchen Story provides custom cabinetry for condominiums, apartments, landed homes, and commercial spaces across Penang.