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14/10/2026

Light and Shade: Shaping the Experience of a Home

Natural light is fundamental to good architecture, shaping how spaces connect and how a home is experienced. But good design is not simply about bringing in more light. Shade is equally important, offering respite from the sun and creating moments of calm, contrast and intimacy.

At Jejawi House in Kuala Lumpur, a central light well and triple-height courtyard bring natural light and ventilation deep into a long, narrow terrace house, connecting multiple floors through light, space and movement.

The interplay of light and shadow, together with the courtyard and open staircase, creates a sense of openness and visual depth while bringing landscape into the heart of the home.

Discover more about Jejawi House and other projects at www.architecturepublic.co.nz

23/09/2026

A Studio in the Landscape

A dedicated workspace can be more than simply a place to work from home.

This rural pavilion was designed as a studio in the landscape, creating a calm and inspiring environment for focused work while making the most of its rural setting.

The simple form, expressed LVL structure and carefully positioned openings bring together structure, natural light and views. While designed as a studio, the flexible space could also become a creative workspace, retreat or place for other activities.

The project also explores how modular and prefabricated construction can be combined with thoughtful architectural design to create a compact building that feels purposeful and connected to its surroundings.

02/09/2026

Turning Constraints Into Opportunities

A house is shaped as much by its constraints as by its possibilities.

At this Remuera site, the existing conditions, orientation and relationship to the surrounding landscape informed a home that is carefully composed around light, outlook and privacy.

Rather than treating constraints as limitations, they became part of the architecture - shaping the way spaces connect, views are framed and the house sits within its setting.

Sometimes, it’s simply about seeing things differently.

12/08/2026

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09/06/2026

Many residential projects begin with questions of site response rather than layout.

This study explores two early-stage massing directions based on a single site:
• two new houses
• a house with a secondary dwelling

Both test how density, privacy, and outdoor space can be balanced at the outset of design.

“Simple but not ordinary.”

08/06/2026

I haven’t shared work here for a while.

I’ve recently put together a curated residential portfolio across architecturepublic, covering renovations, extensions, new homes, and apartment projects.

I’ll start sharing selected projects and work in progress again over the coming months.

02/03/2026

ARCHITECTUREPUBLIC YOUR NEIGHBOURHOOD AWARD-WINNING ARCHITECT. Eqo Leung, NZ Registered Architect At Architecturepublic, we create homes that are simple — but not ordinary. Our work is design-led, carefully con