Terrace & Link
House Design
Malaysia
Single storey and double storey terrace renovation — wet and dry kitchen, master suite, living areas, extensions and full home transformation across Kuala Lumpur and Selangor.
What is terrace house design in Malaysia?
Terrace and link house design covers the complete interior transformation of a single or double storey terrace — wet and dry kitchen, master suite, living areas, full renovation and structural extension. Houz Design serves KL, Petaling Jaya, Subang Jaya and Selangor, turning standard developer layouts into refined homes built around how Malaysian families actually live.
A Terrace House Is More Than a Starting Point
Terrace and link houses are Malaysia's most common residential property — and among the most renovated. Whether single storey in Subang Jaya or double storey in Petaling Jaya, the brief is the same: transform a standard developer layout into a home that feels personal, considered, and built to last.
At Joey Houz we approach every terrace renovation as a design problem first. We study how natural light moves, where the kitchen needs to expand, how the staircase can become architecture, and how the rear yard can extend the living space into something genuinely useful. Then we build it — on time, on allocated reno investment, and to a standard that holds.
Joey Houz is an integrated design-and-build firm. We do not hand over drawings and leave you to manage contractors. One team, one contract, one point of accountability — from the first conversation to the final snagging walkthrough.
Terrace House Design & Renovation Services
Complete Interior Renovation
Every room transformed — wet and dry kitchen, all bathrooms, bedrooms, living and dining, full M&E, new flooring and carpentry throughout. The complete Houz brief.
Double Storey ServiceWet & Dry Kitchen Design
The single most impactful renovation in any Malaysian terrace. Separating wet and dry functions, improving ventilation, connecting to the rear yard — designed for how Malaysians actually cook.
Kitchen Extension GuideMaster Bedroom & Bathroom
A master suite planned as a private retreat — custom wardrobe, feature wall, en-suite with proper waterproofing from slab up. The room that defines how the upper floor is experienced every day.
Interior Design GuideLiving & Dining Transformation
Removing unnecessary partitions, aligning living-dining-kitchen as one considered space, adding a feature ceiling and proper lighting. The transformation that changes how the home feels from the front door.
Design Styles GuideStaircase Design
The most overlooked moment in any double storey terrace. A staircase refurbishment — floating treads, glass balustrade, integrated lighting — is one of the highest-return investments for perceived quality in a terrace renovation.
Double Storey IdeasHouse Extension Planning
Rear kitchen extensions, upper storey additions, side extensions for end-lot terraces. Structural assessment, council submission management, and full interior fit-out — all under one integrated brief.
House Extension Malaysia
Why Terrace Owners Choose Joey Houz
A terrace renovation is a complex, long-term project. The designer you choose determines not just how your home looks — but whether it gets built correctly, on time, and without the disputes and defects that frustrate too many Malaysian homeowners.
Houz Design is a fully integrated design-and-build firm. One team manages design, council submission, construction and snagging. No gap between what was designed and what was built.
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01Integrated Design & Build
One team manages design, council submission, construction and snagging. No contractor disputes your designer cannot resolve. No scope gaps between drawing and reality.
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02Malaysian Kitchen Expertise
Wet kitchen ventilation, extraction capacity, reeded glass separation, connection to rear yard — our kitchen briefs solve real cooking life, not aesthetic references from Pinterest.
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03Council Approval Management
For structural extensions, we manage the full PBT submission — architectural drawings, structural engineer certification, OSC process with DBKL, MBPJ or MPSJ. You navigate nothing alone.
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04Transparent Cost Structure
Detailed cost by section before you sign anything. No PSF guesswork. Progress payments tied to construction milestones.
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05Resale Value Focus
We design terrace renovations with long-term value in mind. Kitchen, master suite and facade decisions that property agents cite as the highest-return investments in KL and Selangor. Read our resale guide.
From First Conversation to Handover
Eight stages. Transparent. Managed. Designed to protect your reno investment and timeline from day one.
Brief, lifestyle, reno investment range, timeline, property condition. No cost, no commitment.
Spatial planning, material direction, preliminary layout — reviewed before drawings are finalised.
Full technical drawings, 3D visuals, material schedule,scope locked. Contract signed.
Structural works: full PBT plan approval managed by our team. Approval in hand before any construction begins.
Long-lead materials ordered before construction starts. No idle-time charges from late deliveries.
Site supervision, waterproofing inspected before tiling. Electrical rough-in photographed before plastering.
Kitchen, wardrobes, carpentry, smart home, lighting — all installed and checked against approved drawings.
Full snag walkthrough. Every defect rectified before final payment.
Terrace House Renovation Cost Malaysia 2026
All pricing is aligned to the Houz 2026 master cost guide. Figures cover interior renovation works. Add professional fees (10–15%), council submission costs where applicable, furniture and a 15–20% contingency for a true all-in reno investment.
Need a detailed cost estimate for your specific property? Contact us — we provide preliminary cost estimates based on your actual property and scope before any commitment is required.
| Scope | Cost Range | Tier |
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| Single Storey — Cosmetic Refresh | RM 80,000 – 120,000 | Entry |
| Single Storey — Full Interior Renovation (exclude extension cost) | RM 150,000 – 350,000 | Mid |
| Double Storey — Cosmetic Refresh | RM 100,000 – 180,000 | Entry |
| Double Storey — Full Renovation (exclude extension cost) | RM 180,000 – 480,000 | Mid–Premium |
| Double Storey — Luxury Scope (exclude extension cost) | RM 280,000 – 550,000+ | Luxury |
| Rear Extension — Single Storey Shell | RM 80,000 – 150,000 | Extension |
| Double Storey Rear or Upper Extension | RM 100,000 – 350,000 | Structural |
PSF rates: RM 100–150 PSF cosmetic · RM 150–250 PSF mid-range full renovation · RM 200–320 PSF premium. Extension shell: RM 200–300 PSF new built-up area. Klang Valley 2026 market rates. Full detail: master cost guide.
Design Styles for Malaysian Terrace Homes
The right style must account for Malaysia's climate, how light moves through your terrace, and how your family lives. These are the five styles Houz applies most successfully to terrace and link homes across KL and Selangor.
Natural materials, ventilation planning, indoor-outdoor rear yard connection. Warm, liveable, contextually suited to Malaysian climate. Works at all budgets.
Best for: All terrace typesCurved forms, fluted panels, warm neutrals and textural contrast. Malaysia's most popular direction in 2026. Most impactful at the staircase and kitchen in a double storey.
Best for: Double storey · Mid to premiumWarm minimalism — ash or walnut timber, clean joinery, muted palette, purposeful negative space. Works best where natural light is generous and the brief is calm over statement.
Best for: Single & double storey · Mid-rangeSymmetry, marble or stone accent, classic carpentry profiles, statement lighting. Suits terraces in established PJ and Cheras neighbourhoods where the architecture carries a classic tone.
Best for: Double storey · Premium to luxuryHandle-less cabinetry, concealed storage, flat ceilings with recessed lighting. Urban and precise. Works best with generous ceiling height and good natural light.
Best for: End-lot & corner terraceExposed concrete, steel frame details, treated brick feature wall. High-ceiling single storey terraces and large end-lots carry this style most successfully.
Best for: End-lot single storeyA rear extension, upper storey addition or kitchen expansion is one of the highest-impact decisions a terrace owner can make. Our extension guide covers structural assessment, council approval, cost ranges, setback rules and integrated design planning.
This terrace design page sits within the Houz landed house design silo — covering every property type from single storey terrace to bungalow.
Explore the Full Landed House Design Silo
Side extension potential, three free sides, near-bungalow scope.
Semi-D Design GuideFully detached, maximum design freedom. Renovation and full transformation.
Bungalow GuideDedicated design and renovation service for all double storey landed homes.
Double Storey ServiceAll house extension types — rear, side, upper storey, kitchen. Cost, approval and design guidance.
Extension HubWet kitchen, rear extension, larger dining flow. Most common and highest-return terrace extension.
Kitchen ExtensionMaster cost guide for all property types. Real 2026 market rates.
Cost GuideDesign styles, room-by-room principles, material selection and how to work with a designer.
Interior Design GuideEvery design style for the Malaysian market with real project examples.
Design StylesWhich renovations increase property value and how to time them for maximum return.
Resale Value GuideTerrace House Design — Common Questions
The most common questions Malaysian terrace owners ask before starting a renovation — answered with real 2026 market data.
Have a question not listed? Contact our team — we respond within one business day.
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Terrace house and link house refer to the same property type in Malaysia — a row house sharing party walls with neighbours. Link house is used for newer developments; terrace house is the broader term. Both are renovated the same way with the same structural constraints and council approval requirements.
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Cosmetic refresh: RM 80,000–120,000. Full single storey renovation: RM 80,000–150,000. Full double storey renovation: RM 150,000–380,000 mid-range, up to RM 550,000+ luxury. Structural extension adds RM 100,000–350,000 to the base renovation budget. Read our master cost guide for full details.
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Yes. Rear extensions apply to all terrace types. Side extensions are available to end-lot and corner terraces with side land. Upper storey additions can be built on single storey terraces subject to foundation assessment. Council approval is required before construction begins. See our house extension guide.
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Internal non-structural work — repainting, flooring, kitchen cabinet replacement, bathroom renovation within existing footprint — generally does not require council approval. Any structural change, extension, facade alteration or new built-up area requires formal plan approval from your local PBT before work begins.
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Cosmetic refresh: 2–3 months. Full interior renovation: 4–7 months. Renovation plus structural extension requiring council approval: 8–14 months from first meeting to handover, depending on local authority approval timelines.
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Wet and dry kitchen separation, the master suite, and ground floor living-dining deliver the greatest daily lifestyle improvement. The kitchen redesign — improving ventilation, separating wet and dry, connecting to the rear yard — is the highest-impact single investment. For double storey terraces, the staircase refurbishment is the highest-return investment for perceived quality.
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Modern Tropical is most contextually appropriate for any Malaysian terrace — climate, ventilation, indoor-outdoor living, material warmth. Contemporary is the most popular in 2026 and works at all budgets. Japandi delivers calm minimalism at mid-range. Modern Classic suits terraces in established neighbourhoods with higher ceilings. Read our design styles guide.
Design a Terrace Home That Feels Personal, Considered and Built to Last
Full renovation, rear extension, kitchen redesign or complete transformation — Houz Design helps you plan it with the right direction from the very first conversation.
