Imperial Residences - Full Interior Carpentry, Kitchen Cabinet, Tatami Platform & Storage TV Cabinet | Relau Sungai Ara Penang

Imperial Residences, Relau / Sungai Ara, Penang

Full Interior Carpentry, Kitchen Cabinet, Tatami Platform & Storage TV Cabinet

Kitchen Story Sdn. Bhd. completed this interior carpentry and renovation project at Imperial Residences, Relau / Sungai Ara, Penang. The client wanted a practical home design with better storage solutions, especially because they had many household items that needed to be organised neatly instead of being exposed around the house.

The project focused on creating a clean, modern and functional living environment through a custom kitchen cabinet, tatami platform with bed head, and a full-height TV cabinet with integrated storage. The final TV cabinet design became one of the owner’s favourite features due to its strong visual impact and practical storage capacity.

Project Scope

The scope of work included:

Interior design and built-in carpentry planning
Custom kitchen cabinet design and build
Tatami platform with bed head design
TV cabinet with extended storage system
Curtain works
Wiring works
Plaster ceiling works
Painting works
Lighting and feature ceiling coordination

Materials & Fittings Used

For this Imperial Residences project, we used a combination of clean white finishes and warm dark wood tones to create contrast, while keeping the overall space bright and organised.

Materials used include:

White melamine carcass
Colour melamine ABS edging cabinet doors
Wood grain laminate finish for selected cabinet doors and open shelving
Gloss white cabinet panels for full-height storage
Sintered stone kitchen countertop
Solid plywood with laminate finish for the tatami platform and bed head
Built-in LED lighting for the bed head feature
Custom curtain system for the bedroom and living area

Fittings and appliances used include:

DTC soft-closing door hinges
BLUM drawer system
Soft-closing drawer runners
Teka hob
Teka hood
Kitchen LED lighting
Custom storage hardware and cabinet accessories where required

Design Concept

The design direction was based on a modern clean storage concept. The client needed a home that looked neat, spacious and easy to maintain, while still providing enough storage for daily household items.

For the kitchen, we designed a compact but functional cabinet layout with a sintered stone countertop, Teka hob and hood, and a clean white-and-wood colour combination. This keeps the cooking area bright while the darker wood texture at the base cabinet adds warmth and contrast.

For the living area, the TV cabinet was designed as a full-height storage feature. Instead of using only a standard low TV console, we created a wall-length cabinet system with open display boxes and hidden storage compartments. This allows the owner to store more items while keeping the living area visually clean.

For the bedroom, the tatami platform and bed head were designed to maximise space and create a calm, warm sleeping area. The hidden LED lighting behind the bed head adds a soft ambience without making the room feel heavy.

Design Challenges

The main challenge was storage. The client had many household items, so a normal TV cabinet or loose furniture arrangement would not solve the problem. Without proper built-in planning, the house could easily look cluttered.

Another challenge was maintaining a spacious look. Full-height cabinets can sometimes make a living area feel narrow or heavy if the design is not balanced properly.

The kitchen area also required careful coordination between the cabinet layout, hob, hood, wiring, lighting and countertop installation to ensure a clean final finish.

Our Solution

We proposed a custom-built storage system that combines hidden storage, open display shelves and practical cabinet compartments. The full-height TV cabinet was designed to make use of the vertical wall space while still keeping the design interesting through staggered open shelves and a mix of white and wood finishes.

For the kitchen, we used a sintered stone countertop for a premium and durable work surface. The Teka hob and hood were integrated neatly into the cabinet design, while LED lighting improved the cooking area’s usability.

For the bedroom, the tatami platform was designed to fit the room layout efficiently, while the bed head feature with LED lighting helped create a warmer and more comfortable atmosphere.

Final Outcome

The completed Imperial Residences project transformed the home into a cleaner, more organised and more functional living space. The custom TV cabinet solved the client’s storage issue while becoming a standout design feature. The kitchen cabinet provides a practical cooking area with a modern finish, while the tatami platform and bed head create a comfortable bedroom environment.

This project reflects Kitchen Story’s experience in custom kitchen cabinet, TV cabinet, tatami platform, bed head, plaster ceiling, curtain works and full interior carpentry in Relau, Sungai Ara and Penang.

FAQ

Do you provide custom cabinet services in Relau and Sungai Ara, Penang?
Yes. Kitchen Story provides custom kitchen cabinet, TV cabinet, wardrobe, tatami platform, bed head and built-in storage solutions in Relau, Sungai Ara, Bayan Lepas and other Penang areas.

What countertop was used for this kitchen cabinet?
This project used a sintered stone countertop, selected for its modern appearance, durability and easier maintenance.

What appliances were used in the kitchen?
The kitchen was designed with a Teka hob and Teka hood.

What fittings were used for the cabinet system?
The cabinet uses DTC soft-closing door hinges and BLUM drawer systems for smoother operation and better long-term functionality.

Can a TV cabinet provide more storage for a small condo unit?
Yes. A full-height custom TV cabinet can maximise wall space and provide hidden storage, display space and a cleaner living area.

Is a tatami platform suitable for bedrooms in condominiums?
Yes. A tatami platform is suitable when the client wants a clean bed area with better space usage. It can also be designed with storage depending on the room size and structure.

Do you also handle plaster ceiling, wiring, painting and curtain works?
Yes. For this project, Kitchen Story also handled curtain works, wiring works, plaster ceiling works and painting coordination as part of the overall interior upgrade.