Scarletz Suites @ KL City Centre

Optimising a compact site near the heart of the city, the design of this high-rise structure features a façade of vivid colours and open spaces positioned on higher floors for visual appeal.

KEY FEATURES
The building envelope is accentuated by metallic fins made of powder-coated aluminium composites with a brown finish, arranged in a cascading, diamond-like motif. Aluminium, known for its durability and easy maintenance, also formed other exterior components such as box louvres, perforated mesh and cut-out screens.

Metallic fins with a cascading, diamond-like motif formed the façade

A module carved out of level 47 houses a 31.45-metre rimless swimming pool, offering views. Mosaic tiles in shades of black and blue decorate the basin flooring in a pattern that mirrors the diamond-like motif of the façade—enhancing the sense of indoor-outdoor space continuity. Meanwhile, the lower-fold spillway is accented by red mosaic tiles, a hue inspired by the project’s name, enriching the colour palette. The application of soft, linear lighting reflects off the tiles, contributing to the overall ambience.

The design of the swimming pool helps create a sense of continuity between indoor and outdoor spaces

Additionally, the pool lounge features exposed aggregate granite chippings for the pool deck, along with climbing plants and geometric elements to produce a textural contrast.

A selection of geometric elements decorates the pool lounge

The lawn on level eight was landscaped to create a sunken effect, characterised by:

• semi-circular stepping stones made of pebble wash;
• an elliptical, organic-shaped pavilion made of polystyrene fibreglass;
• pearl grass (Axonopus compressus – dwarf);
• trees planted along the parapet walls for shade and thermal comfort; and
• nighttime lighting.

The choice of native plants ensures adaptation to the local climate with minimal maintenance. The lawn is open to the sky and provides a landscaped view towards the street.

The lawn was landscaped to create a sunken effect

Given the tight site and narrow access roads, the construction sequence was planned ahead of time through coordination among all parties. This approach facilitated the transport of materials and the installation of related components, resulting in an enhanced workflow. —Construction+ Online

The entrance to the reception

PROJECT DATA
Project Name
Scarletz Suites @ KL City Centre
Location
Lorong Yap Kwan Seng, Off Jalan Yap Kwan Seng, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Completion Date
June 2022
Site Area
3,277.95 square metres
Gross Floor Area
29,403.25 square metres
Building Height
50 storeys
Number of Units
604 serviced suites
Developer
EXSIM Group
Architecture Firm
WDA Architects Sdn Bhd
Principal Architect
Ar. Hanc Wang Hon Choon
Interior Design Firm
Motto Designs Sdn Bhd
Chief Designer
Lau Wei Ket
Civil & Structural Engineer
Jurutera Perunding Pesona Rekabina Sdn Bhd
Mechanical & Electrical and Green Building Consultant
Zeal Perunding Sdn Bhd
Quantity Surveyor
TQS Konsult Sdn Bhd
Lighting Consultant
Vert Solcon Sdn Bhd
Landscape Architect
Landart Design Sdn Bhd
Principal Designers
Phua Chin Eng; Ryan Lionel Loh
Superstructure Contractor
Nestcon Builders Sdn Bhd
Images
WDA Architects Sdn Bhd; Landart Design Sdn Bhd