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Architects create green oasis in downtown Saigon

A villa in Saigon's District 3 eliminates unnecessary spaces to ensure there is a single large garden instead of multiple small green areas.

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The 300-square-meter villa belongs to a person who wants a comfortable and convenient living space amid the urban hustle and bustle.

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The idea was to create a living space above a garden, giving occupants a feeling of walking on bridges.

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A steel gate separates the house from the outside but soon creepers will cover it, creating a natural layer of protection.

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The villa has a basement and three floors. Architects tried to create a large garden intertwined with the house instead of having a few small green areas. To do this they had to eliminate unnecessary spaces and furniture.

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The minimalist living room has a natural “curtain” made of creepers, which allows sunlight in.

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A balcony on the top floor helps connect with the neighborhood, which includes historical buildings such as Tan Dinh Church and Tan Dinh Market.

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Architects used roller shutters to minimize the separation between the outside and inside.

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The inside has many spaces that combine light and dark, and concrete and stones are ubiquitous.

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The villa is surrounded by greenery and natural light.

Photos by Oki Hiroyuki

Đăng bởi: Tuấn Phạm

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