cheungvogl: 26 houses

’26 houses’ by cheungvogl all images courtesy sheungvogl

hong kong-based architectural studio cheungvogl  (judy cheung and christoph vogl) has sent us images of their second project in south america. ’26 houses’, also referred to as ‘CDM’, is a residential development overlooking the pacific ocean on the coastline of manta, ecuador. as the name might suggest, the project consists of 26 houses plus 2 optional units which stagger up the existing landscape, creating a terraced form that provides an unobstructed view of the beach for each unit.

straight on view showing the central pedestrian axis

the design features a central pedestrian access which runs up and connects the terraced gardens together. moments of rest and communal spaces are provided along this axis, providing a sense of community within the multi-house complex. ample deck space is created through the staggered-stacking layout of the units, while a shared roof top accommodates a sundeck and pool. a discreet ramp off the main road leads cars to a covered park area on the 10th level.

private terraces

large overhang provides privacy for the inhabitants

by inserting each house into the slope of the terrain, unnecessary site excavation and fill is kept to a minimum, making the build of the project cost-efficient. based on a rationalized modular system, the design allows for prefabricated construction to be brought on site for a speedier construction process.

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