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LIFELONG IMPACT Designed with emotion and for the savvy resident, Parc Monceau is an invitation to a lifetime of exceptional living. TEXT VANITHA PAVAPATHI IMAGES COURTESY OF Sterboul
Parc Monceau combined modern day European architecture with distinctive contemporary style that exceeds all expectations.
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ollowing the success of Sterboul’s first signature residential villa in Asia, Carré d’Art, the luxury European property developer that specialises in developing large scale residential properties brings its A-game to the table once again with Parc Monceau. And we don’t mean the beautiful public park in Paris where the lead designer spent most of her childhood at, but rather a magnificent villa nestled in the heart of Taman Titiwangsa that got its name from the former. Only completed mid of this year, Parc Monceau like Carre d’Art, is nothing short of extraordinary. Taking in the beauty of the villa is like savouring a four-course meal. For hor d’oeuvres, there’s the commanding façade boasting sweeping planes of glass, wood and stone which leaves one wanting to peer inside the 9,180 square feet residence.
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From the moment the front doors swing open, jaws drop, breathing stops and wherever you gaze, you are treated to exquisite styling with a bright and airy ambience to boot courtesy of the 8.1-metre floor-to-ceiling windows. The cantilevered staircase that first steals your attention is surrounded by glass and a complementary partition of steel filaments. Beneath the staircase sits a koi fish pond with sculpted fountains that lead to a glass bridge-way to the main areas of the residence. And that’s just for starters. With vast open spaces throughout, Sterboul dished out several main courses to delight you; from the living areas to the sleek kitchen, bedrooms and home cinema. Cleverly designed and functionally spaced, the contemporary European flavour of the interior marries French and British design and architecture. Magnificent high ceilings and extensive use of glass lend a unique refinement to the large space, yet Parc Monceau still remains an intimate home thanks to closely connected rooms.
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The interior is absolutely gorgeous with vast expanses of open space and all the anticipated amenities.
The kitchen is fitted with top of the range Italian and German appliances coupled with ample drawers and cabinetry for an uncluttered and well-organised space. At the heart of the kitchen is a sizeable counter furnished with blazing red stools that invites friends and family to partake in the food preparation or eating the food itself. In Parc Monceau, walk-in closets, teak flooring, built-in armoires and bookcases as well as adjoining sitting and office areas are standard features in all five bedrooms. Furthermore, each bedroom leads to its own bathroom which is beautifully fitted with upscale Villeroy & Boch and Dornbracht appointments. As an added luxury, the master bath features a refreshing spa that overlooks the captivating views of KLCC for a plush and private retreat. For sheer family fun, the villa has its own private cinema designed by the same company that granted the Thai Royal Family theirs. The colossal 125-inch Cadre German screen and top-of-the-line Vivitek projector screen crystal clear image whilst the architectural speakers complete the cinematic experience.
The sheer size of the study that could potentially be a bedroom accommodates built-in bookshelves, a large desk and expansive windows to allow an abundance of light to pour in.
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For convenience and pleasure, home automation technology is employed in this villa. So every amenity can be controlled via the smartphone using Creston technology system which has been employed in the homes of President Bill Clinton, Bill Gates and Dr Tun Mahathir Mohamad. To end your four-course meal with a sweet note, the inviting waters of the pool make up for a refreshing dessert. Topped with a cascading waterfall that flows softly from the second storey, a dip in the pool is simply hard to resist. â?– www.sterboul.com | +603 7732 7732
All bedrooms in Parc Monceau are spacious and homely featuring walk-in wardrobes, teak flooring, built-in armoires and bookcases as well as adjoining study rooms.
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