This project responded to the existing residential unit by design using “subtraction” instead of “addition”. We always think that additions are good such as additional floors, additional built-up area, additional car park and so on. Actually “less is more”. This is portrayed through D.A.S. Habitat as the owner, who is a wildlife artist requested for an open air concept throughout the building; where most of the spaces are not enclosed with solid walls and fixed glass windows. This project is an example of a building that truly blurred the boundaries between the internal and external spaces which extensively emphasized on natural ventilation in a tropical weather building. It exemplifies an artistic habitat for a wildlife artist in the greatest sense: eco-sustainable, low energy, nature-loving and humble. 

“D.A.S. Habitat is a small house rebuilt perfectly to serve a big purpose. A home for my dogs, a sanctuary for me, a hangout for persons I love and a perfect birthing place for my art. It holds everything I love together.” - Christine Das, Wildlife Conservation Artist.