chu văn đông perches ‘forest house’ in the mountains of northern vietnam

in the mountains of northern vietnam, architect chu văn đông has completed a gabled micro-dwelling with a glazed façade that overlooks its rural surroundings. the brief was to construct a temporary shelter — capable of accommodating two people — quickly, easily, and at a low cost. perched on pilotis and surrounded by natural vegetation, the structure is appropriately titled ‘forest house’ and intends to form part of a larger masterplan with other identical dwellings.

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in completing the project, chu văn đông — who is also project manager at handyman decor & furniture — designed a simple timber volume with an entirely glazed elevation that offers views across the undulating landscape. internally, the cabin has everything you may require for a night’s stay, including beds for two and power outlets. an air conditioning unit is also provided for the country’s warmer months, while a stove is capable of offering heat during the winter.

the micro-dwelling features a glazed façade that overlooks its rural surroundings

the temporary shelter is capable of accommodating overnight guests

perched on pilotis, the design is surrounded by natural vegetation

the entirely glazed elevation offers views across the undulating landscape

the cabin can host two people

the cabin provides everything you may require for a night’s stay

lighting is suspended from the timber roof

a small washroom is also included

the structure is appropriately titled ‘forest house’

the jacuzzi at the rear of the property

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project info:

architect in charge: chu văn đông
location: sóc sơn – hà nội
design team: nguyễn anh tuấn, vương thùy giang
area: 12 sqm
project year: 2017
photography: handyman
cost: $3,000