cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam

the project celebrates easy living in the countryside through an open-plan design.

huynhvokts edited by christina vergopoulou April 6, 2023 3 min

Quê’ Son House by BOW.Atelier + KAN Studio

BOW.Atelier joins up with KAN Studio for the construction of ‘Quê’ Son House‘ in Vietnam, a project that celebrates easy living in the countryside. Located on an alley crossing the middle of an acacia forest, the residence is topped by a large gable roof that covers the entire building, indoor and outdoor spaces, framing the green background. The large aperture eave regulates the shade and coolness of the building at a moderate level, limiting the harshness of the climate. The thick protecting plane provides sufficient insulation to the space. The structure forms a central courtyard enfolded within iron lattice expanses and cement block partitions.

cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam - 1 — all images by Quang Trân

apertures and vertical slits fuse nature into the house

The flat ceiling system develops at a low height, spreading under the roof block and forming horizontal cuts and openings for panoramic views of the garden. The large apertures and vertical slits of the cladding allow visual and spatial connection to the natural surroundings. The kitchen arranges the main common meeting place in the center of the plan. The living zone is in contact with the orchard and the spacious front yard. Several outdoor spaces allow gatherings backdropped by the countryside scenery while remaining shielded by rainwater and excessive sunlight. ‘Quê’ Son House’ is one of the collaborative design team‘s rural housing projects, merging contemporary architecture and natural living in the rural context.

cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam - 2 — the living zone is in contact with the orchard and the spacious front yard

cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam - 3 — the residence is topped by a large gable roof that covers both indoor and outdoor spaces

cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam - 4 — the gable roof pops up out of the green scenery

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cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam - 5 — cement blocks and iron lattice enclose the private courtyard

cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam - 6 — the openings of the frame allow visual and spatial connection to the natural surroundings

cement blocks and iron lattice enclose private courtyard in rural vietnam - 7 — vertical slits of the cladding open views toward the garden

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living room bedroom and lounge bedroom axonometric diagram floor plan

project info:

name: Quê’ Son House
designer: KAN Studio | @k.a.nstudio – BOW.Atelier | @atelier.bow

location: Quê’ Son, Quang Nam, Vietnam

photography: Quang Trân

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