Matteness Interior Design

Designed to evoke an avid spirit for driving, the foyer features sleek, automotive-inspired elements that blend functionality with a thrilling sense of motion and speed.

Project | Hinai Heights Duplex Villas - Show Unit
Client | Urbanhue Development
Interior Design | Matteness Interior Design
Work Scope | Interior Conceptual Design, Spatial Planning & Consultant

https://www.hinaiheights.com/

Art is made so people don't forget Life.

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The contemporary design showcases double-height ceilings and textured, illuminated walls adorned with natural wood, rich metal accents, and elegant natural stone. The elevated ceiling in the living hall gently differentiates it from the dining area while preserving a seamless visual flow between the two s**ces.

Project | Hinai Heights Duplex Villas - Show Unit
Client | Urbanhue Development
Interior Design | Matteness Interior Design
Work Scope | Interior Conceptual Design, Spatial Planning & Consultant

https://www.hinaiheights.com/

Young Man Cave - where big dreams are born

Project | Hinai Heights Duplex Villas - Show Unit
Client | Urbanhue Development
Interior Design | Matteness Interior Design
Work Scope | Interior Conceptual Design, Spatial Planning & Consultant

https://www.hinaiheights.com/

"Ever-growing and evolving, this display shelving unit serves as a living canvas — truly a personal gallery"

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Bold lines intertwine with gentle curves, crafting a modern fitness gym where energy meets tranquility.

Dynamic linear elements channel movement and focus, while soft, flowing curves bring balance and calm—ideal for both intense workouts and serene activities.

Project | Hinai Heights Duplex Villas - Fitness Gym Common Area
Client | Urbanhue Development
Interior Design | Matteness Interior Design
Work Scope | Interior Conceptual Design, Spatial Planning & Consultant

https://www.hinaiheights.com/

We are proud to announce that our studio won the Bronze A'Design Award in Interior Space and Exhibition Design Category.

It's truly a great honour for us to receive this very prestigious award, which recognizes good design across the globe. This award is a spark that fuels our passion to deliver even better work in the future. It is, of course, a source of pride and accomplishment for our team.

Thank you to our amazing clients and brilliant vendors who involved in this project. It was truly a team effort, and we are so proud of what we have all achieved together.

A' Design Award & Competition

Unveiling soon

Our recently completed Hinai Heights show unit by Urbanhue Development.

Project | Hinai Heights Duplex Villas - Show Unit
Client | Urbanhue Development
Interior Design | Matteness Interior Design
Work Scope | Interior Conceptual Design, Spatial Planning & Consultant

https://www.hinaiheights.com/
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A home is where the homeowner’s dream becomes reality rather than the display of the designer’s personal style. With the principle in mind, our s**ce planning is not limited to certain design styles but to each unique home, “The most extraordinary beauty of the world is the charm of home” is our original intention as well as our aspiration.

Project Location | Georgetown
Area | 1,338 SQ FT
Design by | ERNERST

Heartfelt gratitude and truly honored that our work has received the Bronze A' Design Award 2023 - 2024, the best encouragement and affirmation for our studio. Thanks to our client and to the entire team for their hard work throughout the process.

The A' Design Award is a very influential, prestigious design accolade, presented each year in Italy, and is given to good design products, projects and services that demonstrate excellence in design worldwide.

We will continue to strive and share even better works in the future.

Design Presentation Page:
https://competition.adesignaward.com/gooddesign.php?ID=153397

A' Design Award & Competition

Every design choice and architectural feature is intended to enhance the sensation of arrival at your tranquil retreat – meticulously designed to integrate with the beauty of its surroundings. We believe in the importance of curating a bespoke look for every property, to create a unique home. It's a place where the stresses of daily life melt away, replaced by a profound sense of peace of mind.

Type : Private Residence
Status : on-going
Interiors : Matteness Interior Design
Architects : Bee Plus Architects Sdn. Bhd.
Built-up : 4,036 sq. ft. / 375 m²

We are so grateful and humbled that our project won Asia Pacific Property Awards for 2024 - 2025.

Huge thanks to our amazing client for all the trust and support for our young studio. And to all our contractors & trades who had the workmanship to build our design.

We are seeking full-time Interior Designer to join our studio. Within this position, you will be involved in concept design, design development, construction documentation and working within a team environment.

- minimum 2 years of work experience.
- extensive knowledge of 3dsmax, Corona, Vray and Autocad.
- experience in producing detailed drawings and detailed elevations.
- experience in construction/project management and bespoke detailing.
- excellent communication skills and is capable of liaising between the client and your colleagues to deliver projects.

Check out the requirements above. If you think you have what it takes and are aligned with our design philosophy,
send your CV and portfolio (in PDF format only) to [email protected]

“ May the Year of the Dragon bring you boundless strength, prosperity, and good fortune. “

Thank you Atap for the lovely article about Matteness
and our design philosophy.

Rupert Ooi: The Heartbeat of Penang's Contemporary Interior Design | Atap.co In the heart of Penang, where heritage meets innovation and culture intertwines with modernity, meet Rupert Ooi, the founder of Matteness Interior Design.

Dear valued client,

Thank you for your continuous support.

We always stay true to ourselves that we are not a commercial-based studio. We keep our on hand projects minimal, to stay focus on crafting each of our projects. Hence curated works are always our main priority.

For those who are with us, let's make our session more meaningful together!

Colour-washed in an earthy clay and beige hue, infused with gold details, and handpicked Marrakech pink that give a feminine touch and to synergy with the minimalistic design, the daughter's room is a playful and convivial counterpoint to the other part of the home, which is more muted in the palette.

To contrast the multitude of straight lines seen throughout the home, the curvy corners of the cabinet, handles, mirrors, and bedhead lend a gentle softness and interest to the s**ce.

Project Location | TANJUNG TOKONG
Area | 1,900 SQ FT
Design Concept | MODERN CLASSIC
Design by | MOON NAREUMOL
Photography by | Twjpto

As you step foot into the cozy apartment, home to a family of three, the voluminous interior s**ce emphasizes a sense of scale and generosity and exudes a serene ambiance that invites you to relax and unwind. In overseeing the total makeover of this 1,900 sq. ft. abode, Matteness Interior Design was commissioned to turn it into a compelling residence and a calm oasis that the owners can grow with. Nothing is from the previous house other than the original shell, existing joinery, flooring, and surfaces were reworked to align with a more relevant approach.

The starting point of the complete makeover was always a reconfiguration of the layout, the plan for the home had to balance aesthetic and functionality. The design team was equally mindful of letting in as much daylight as possible, something the unit was desperately in need of. To create open s**ces between the communal s**ce consistent with modern classic design, the existing cabinets between the living and dining halls were removed. Instead, a new bar counter for casual meals or work s**ce was introduced to segregate the dining hall from the living s**ce. The semi-barrier-free s**ce allows seamless connectivity, unencumbered views, and basking in ample natural light spilling from the living room's end. The result is an open s**ce that is relax and welcoming.

The team blended classic aesthetics with a modern twist deliberately, to create a captivating look. The color palette was deliberately kept limited, with an emphasis on white and beige tones, natural-log color flooring. Taking advantage of the high ceiling, the living hall features an exceptional shade of green, contributed by the full-height Veria Green natural marble feature wall, which adds a touch of diversity and also exudes a sense of opulence.

Reflecting the classic hues of the communal areas, the bedrooms employ similar strategies to present European vernacular aesthetics. In the master bedroom, a noteworthy feature is a white wardrobe with gold handles that draw the romance and elegance of the classic style into the bedroom.

Project Location | TANJUNG TOKONG
Area | 1,900 SQ FT
Design Concept | MODERN CLASSIC
Design by | ERNERST
Photography by | Twjpto

True elegance becomes more so as it approaches simplicity.

In the context of design today, it’s a lot more about lifestyle and choosing pieces that feel resonant.

A unique silhouette. Our Mellow table in a project by .design.

Photographer: Twjpto

We believe that one’s inspiration and dreams for their home are the keys to creating a special abode. Concepts that are birthed through the journey together with our clients is what breaks the mould of a cliche design.

Design inspiration is usually derived from the site for most of our projects, through our reading of the client and the brief provided. In the design of HL Residence at The Penthouse Jalan Bungah Hinai, which we learned about from a satisfied former client who introduce us to the client, we took our cue from the way the client described about the lifestyle they are fascinated and hoping to pursue as a trophy of their career but entrusting us on turning their life stories and visions into physical reality. Ultimately, achieving their dream house.

To fulfill the modern contemporary look, the interior furnishing is minimal and sophisticated, where we still remain a few bare walls. However, good furniture is more than an extension of a well-designed s**ce. In fact, they are the main tools in the user’s experience. We actually started our project by choosing the furniture during the drafting stage before moving on to the spatial design. It is fun when we work the other way round once in a while.

The aesthetic to pursue this project was a minimalist mix of modern textures, such as dark stained wood, natural marble, titanium-coated stainless steel, and cool tones. The team wanted to create an ode to muted luxury, using clean and distinct lines to emphasize s**ce and comfort, creating an oasis of calm, a quiet escape from the hustle of bustling city life. Overall, the house is sleek and modern, with natural daylight as the main focus of the design.

Project | THE PENTHOUSE TANJUNG BUNGAH
Area | 5,000 SQ FT
Design Concept | MODERN CONTEMPORARY
Design by | ERNERST
Photography by | Twjpto

Love the exquisite yet sophisticated green hue marble that we choose with the client, to be utilized as the new island countertop. The kitchen nowadays serves so much more than merely cooking, it has a social purpose too. While the perfect island is one that whip up impromptu gathering over meals, where the best conversations are formed.

The only decision you need to make is bottle or glass 🤍

Project | STRAITS RESIDENCES SERI TANJUNG PINANG
Area | 1,356 SQ FT
Design Concept | MODERN CONTEMPORARY
Design by | Matteness Interior Design
Photography by | Twjpto

The home office - more important than ever.