Blending his real estate expertise with a lifelong connection to design and construction, Taufik brings a deeper perspective to property and interior spaces.
As the co-founder of Ivory Cove, he helps homeowners navigate both the long-term potential of their property and the art of shaping a personal haven.
Taufik also shares how he transformed his own home into a grounded, resort-inspired escape, for his family to truly slow down and recharge.
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Introduce yourself.
I’m Taufik Batisah, a realtor and co-founder of Ivory Cove.
How long have you been an interior designer?
My father has been a renovation contractor since I was about 10, so I grew up around homes being designed and transformed.
With the help of my partners, my brother Muzaffar and Afzal—who have over 12 years of industry experience—we managed to retire my father and took over his company last year and rebranded it into Ivory Cove.
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How has being both a realtor and interior designer shaped your understanding of homeowners?
As a realtor, I look at value, location, capital appreciation, layout, and long-term potential. I help homeowners spot blind spots before they make a property decision.
Understanding design allows me to see beyond the current condition of the unit. Even when a space is old or un-renovated, I can visualise how it can be transformed to suit their lifestyle. I become a one stop shop for my clients property journey.
How has homeowner behaviour shifted as the market moves?
Homeowners have always been the same and market does not change who they are, it just makes their priorities cle"Homeowners have always been the same and market does not change who they are, it just makes their priorities clearer."arer. Some homeowners want their home to be a sanctuary, so they invest in design, comfort and details. Others are more practical, they prefer the bare minimum. They save their money and focus on long-term capital appreciation. Neither is wrong, it really depends on what home means to them. "Homeowners have always been the same and market does not change who they are, it just makes their priorities clearer."
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How has Bali changed the way you design your home?
My wife and I loved Bali, we used to travel there a lot. Now, we don't go to Bali anymore, and decided to bring the resort life back home through warm tones, natural textures, wood and stone-inspired finishes, and soft lighting. It makes being at home feel like a holiday.
Share with us your experience with Sol Luminaire® and Sol-T.
Sol Luminaire® treats lighting as part of the design. Their lights are clean, refined, and timeless. It fi"With LTECH, the smart home system made daily living smoother and convenient"ts the design of my home perfectly. With LTECH, the smart home system made daily living smoother and convenient by allowing us to create different moods and scenes easily. "With LTECH, the smart home system made daily living smoother and convenient"
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Is there a corner where lighting transforms how you feel?
Definitely the kitchen island area. The warm lighting completely changes the mood of the space. It feels more cosy, intimate, and inviting. It is no longer just a place to prepare food, but a place to gather with family and friends. Have conversations and just slow down.
Is smart home automation a want or a need?
I think it starts as a want, but once you experience it, it becomes a need. After a long day of work, it's about coming home to comfort, convenience, and making daily routines feel more seamless.
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How did you shape smart home scenes around your family?
Setting up for Movie nights, Games nights, Dinner gatherings has never been easier with our smart home scenes.
What were your non-negotiables?
Warmth, comfort and mood. I wanted to design our home to feel cosy the moment you step in—where you can just exhale, slow down, and unwind.
