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The Clovers Penthouse, Sungai Ara — Light Industrial Interior Design & Custom Carpentry

Project: The Clovers
Location: Sungai Ara, Penang
Property Type: Penthouse Residence
Design Concept: Light Industrial
Scope of Works: Kitchen Cabinetry, Study Area Cabinetry, Stairway Storage Cabinetry, Aluminium & Glass Works & Red Brick Feature Wall
Kitchen Cabinet Material: E0 Melamine Panel with E0 Melamine ABS Edging Doors & Panels
Study & Stairway Cabinet Material: Solid Plywood with Lamitak HPL
Kitchen Countertop: Quartz Stone
Hardware: DTC Soft-Closing Door Hinges & DTC Top-Hung Mechanism

Project Overview

Located in Sungai Ara, Penang, this penthouse residence at The Clovers was designed around the homeowner's preference for a light industrial interior concept.

The project combines the raw architectural character associated with industrial design with the comfort and functionality expected from a modern residential interior.

Lambert Design & Build's scope included custom kitchen cabinetry, study-area cabinetry, stairway storage cabinetry, aluminium and glass works, and a red brick feature wall.

Different cabinetry materials were selected according to their respective applications. The kitchen incorporates E0 melamine panels with E0 melamine ABS edging for the doors and panels, while the custom study and stairway cabinetry uses solid plywood finished with Lamitak HPL.

A quartz stone kitchen countertop, DTC soft-closing hinges and DTC top-hung mechanisms complete the cabinetry specification.

The result is a penthouse interior where industrial character, customised storage and practical everyday functionality work together.

A Light Industrial Penthouse Concept

The homeowner specifically requested a light industrial design direction.

Rather than creating an interior that feels overly raw or commercial, the concept takes selected characteristics of industrial design and adapts them for residential living.

Materials and architectural features such as red brick, aluminium and glass establish the industrial character, while customised cabinetry brings organisation and functionality into the home.

This balance was important.

The objective was not to make every surface look industrial. Instead, selected elements were allowed to create the identity of the space while the rest of the interior remained comfortable and practical.

Custom Kitchen Cabinetry

The kitchen cabinetry was custom-built as part of the overall penthouse design.

For the kitchen, E0 melamine panels were used together with E0 melamine ABS edging doors and panels.

The cabinetry was planned specifically for the available kitchen space, allowing storage and functionality to be incorporated while maintaining the clean lines required by the overall design concept.

The kitchen is completed with a quartz stone countertop, introducing a contrasting surface alongside the cabinetry while maintaining the contemporary industrial direction.

Quartz Stone Kitchen Countertop

Quartz stone was selected for the kitchen countertop.

The countertop forms an important visual transition between the cabinetry and work surface and contributes to the overall material composition of the kitchen.

Within the light industrial concept, the quartz surface works alongside the cleaner cabinetry lines and stronger architectural materials used elsewhere in the residence.

DTC Soft-Closing Cabinet Hardware

Selected kitchen cabinetry incorporates DTC soft-closing door hinges.

Soft-closing mechanisms allow cabinet doors to close in a smoother and more controlled manner during everyday use.

The project also incorporates a DTC top-hung mechanism for the relevant cabinetry application.

These hardware components support the functional requirements of the custom-built furniture while keeping the external cabinetry appearance clean.

Study Area with Custom Carpentry

A dedicated study area with custom-made cabinetry and work desk was incorporated into the penthouse.

Unlike the kitchen cabinetry, the study furniture was constructed using solid plywood finished with Lamitak HPL.

The study area needed to function as a practical workspace while remaining visually connected to the surrounding interior.

Customisation allowed the dimensions, work surface and storage to respond directly to the available area rather than relying on standard freestanding furniture.

This creates a workspace that feels integrated into the architecture of the home.

Turning the Stairway into Useful Storage

One of the most practical custom solutions within The Clovers is the stairway storage cabinetry.

In a multi-level penthouse, the staircase is essential for circulation, but the areas around it can sometimes become underutilised.

Instead of allowing this space to go to waste, Lambert developed customised storage around the stairway.

The cabinetry was constructed using solid plywood finished with Lamitak HPL, providing a different material specification from the kitchen according to the requirements of this built-in furniture.

This transforms an otherwise difficult area into practical household storage.

Aluminium & Glass Works

Aluminium and glass works were incorporated as part of the project's light industrial design language.

These materials work naturally with the concept.

Aluminium introduces a more structured architectural character, while glass provides transparency and helps maintain visual openness.

The combination complements the stronger texture of the red brick feature while preventing the overall interior from becoming visually too heavy.

Red Brick Feature Wall

The red brick feature wall is one of the defining visual elements of The Clovers penthouse.

Brick introduces texture, depth and a recognisable industrial character into the residence.

Instead of relying entirely on decorative objects to communicate the design concept, the architectural material itself becomes part of the interior identity.

The warmer, textured appearance of the brick also provides an effective contrast against the cleaner surfaces of the cabinetry, aluminium, glass and quartz stone.

Material Contrast as Part of the Design

An important characteristic of this project is the use of different materials for different purposes.

The kitchen uses E0 melamine cabinetry with ABS-edged doors and panels, together with quartz stone.

The study and stairway cabinetry use solid plywood with Lamitak HPL.

Architectural character is then introduced through red brick, aluminium and glass.

Rather than making every element from the same material, these different finishes create layers within the interior while supporting the requirements of their respective applications.

This material contrast is particularly suitable for the light industrial concept, where the relationship between different textures and surfaces forms an important part of the overall visual language.

Project Challenge

One of the main challenges was translating the homeowner's preference for light industrial design into a penthouse that remained comfortable and practical for everyday residential living.

Industrial interiors can easily become visually heavy when too many raw or strong materials are introduced.

At the same time, the penthouse needed practical cabinetry within the kitchen and study, together with additional storage around the stairway.

The staircase presented another spatial consideration. Instead of allowing the surrounding area to become underutilised, the design needed to find a practical way to make better use of the available space.

The challenge was therefore to balance industrial character, material contrast, storage and residential comfort.

Our Solution

Lambert Design & Build used selected architectural elements to establish the industrial identity rather than applying the concept indiscriminately throughout the residence.

The red brick feature wall provides the strongest textural expression.

Aluminium and glass works reinforce the architectural character while maintaining visual openness.

Within the kitchen, E0 melamine cabinetry and a quartz stone countertop create cleaner lines that balance the stronger industrial elements.

For the study and stairway storage, solid plywood with Lamitak HPL was used to create customised furniture around the actual available spaces.

DTC soft-closing hinges and a DTC top-hung mechanism were incorporated into the relevant cabinetry to support everyday functionality.

Most importantly, the stairway was treated not simply as circulation space but as an opportunity for purpose-built storage.

The result is a penthouse where the industrial concept is clearly recognisable without overwhelming the practical requirements of a home.

Light Industrial Penthouse Living at The Clovers

The Clovers demonstrates how a strong interior concept can be created through the careful relationship between materials, architecture and customised furniture.

Red brick establishes texture and character. Aluminium and glass reinforce the industrial influence. Quartz stone and clean kitchen cabinetry introduce a contemporary counterpoint, while custom plywood-and-HPL furniture makes better use of the study and stairway areas.

Together, these elements create a light industrial penthouse that combines visual identity with purposeful everyday functionality.

For Lambert Design & Build, interior design is not simply about selecting a style.

It is about translating that style into a home that works for the property, the available space and the people living in it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is The Clovers penthouse located?

This project is located at The Clovers in Sungai Ara, Penang, Malaysia.

What interior design concept was used?

The homeowner requested a light industrial interior concept, incorporating materials and architectural features such as red brick, aluminium and glass alongside customised cabinetry.

What was Lambert Design & Build's scope?

The confirmed scope included kitchen cabinetry, study-area cabinetry, stairway storage cabinetry, aluminium and glass works, and a red brick feature wall.

What material was used for the kitchen cabinets?

The kitchen cabinetry uses E0 melamine panels with E0 melamine ABS edging doors and panels.

What material was used for the study and stairway cabinetry?

The study-area and stairway cabinetry were constructed using solid plywood finished with Lamitak HPL.

What countertop was used in the kitchen?

A quartz stone countertop was specified for the kitchen.

What cabinet hardware was used?

The project incorporated DTC soft-closing door hinges and a DTC top-hung mechanism for the relevant cabinetry applications.

How was the stairway space utilised?

Custom cabinetry was developed around the stairway area to provide additional storage, allowing an otherwise challenging area of the penthouse to become more functional.

Why was red brick incorporated into the design?

The red brick wall provides texture and industrial-inspired architectural character, helping establish the homeowner's requested light industrial concept.

Were aluminium and glass works included?

Yes. Aluminium and glass works formed part of Lambert Design & Build's confirmed project scope and complement the light industrial design direction.

Does Lambert Design & Build undertake penthouse interior projects in Penang?

Lambert Design & Build provides residential interior design, renovation and custom cabinetry services in Penang. The Clovers project demonstrates how these services can be adapted to a penthouse residence with a specific light industrial design concept.