Home tour: Interlace House is an innovative pet-friendly home in Malaysia

In a densely populated township just outside Kuala Lumpur, an unassuming plot that once housed a modest single-story bungalow has been transformed into what might be the ultimate expression of human-pet cohabitation.

The Interlace House, as its name suggests, demonstrates how thoughtful architecture can elevate everyday life for all inhabitants, regardless of species.

“We wanted to move beyond the idea of simply accommodating pets in a human space,” said Chun Hooi Tan, director of architecture and design at Core Design Workshop, the firm behind the project. “The concept was to create a home where both the couple and their dogs could thrive together, with spaces specifically designed for their shared experience.”

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