Nowadays houses with modern and contemporary design are popular and those with an Asian twist are no exception. Influenced by different Asian architecture (Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Malaysian, Filipino, among others), this style offers timeless design, functionality, and modernity with cultural references.

Locally, the Modern Contemporary Asian architecture incorporates traditional aesthetics and techniques. For example the basic of layout of the bahay kubo is largely used as a template in modern houses.

The Modern Contemporary Asian design concept puts remarkable emphasis on efficiency and functionality of every space available. Just like the micro apartments in Hong Kong, Japan, and Manila, architects utilize modern design principles and fit in more functions that can be accommodated in a limited floor space.

In relation to space, most Asian houses build upwards by adding floors to their structure, rather than expand horizontally. While this is not unique in Asian architecture, verticality has become popular in modern Asian houses today. However, many Asian homes are still being expanded horizontally, whenever the land area allows for more rooms.

The practice of Feng Shui is still very much evident in modern contemporary Asian designs. Seeking good fortune and improved luck for the homeowners, both Chinese and non-Chinese builders apply Feng Shui principles, believing that by doing so their homes are built in harmony with nature.