vietnam-based architecture firm 23o5 studio was commissioned by family to create loc house in ho chi minh city the space’s intention is to connect the family members’ activities together. the house’s common area features a small courtyard roofed by a veranda, where the children can enjoy the open space.

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
the house’s quirky windows are asymmetrical 

 

 

additionally, 23o5 studio’s colorful veranda casts wavy silhouettes on the wood clad floor. the house’s character then becomes an organic part of the environment, along with the plethora of greenery decorating the rooms. the architects intentionally left the open space untouched in order to facilitate communication between each other.

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
the sectioned roof casts an array of shadows, giving character to the house 

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
details of the casted shadows

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
the open space emphasizes the organic silhouette around the residence

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
the kitchen is painted purple to resonate with the corresponding purple shadows in its vicinity 

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
details of the colorful shadows

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
the house features an abundance of locally sourced bamboo

23o5 studio's tinted veranda playfully colorizes the 'loc house' in vietnam
details of the staircase 

 

 

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edited by: lynn chaya | designboom

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