a lush flora engulfs OHIO house by studioRK in indonesia

defining the living spaces with a landscape of rich flora

Sited on top of hills in Southern Jakarta, with a 270-degree clear view of the skyline, ‘OHIO House’ by StudioRK takes shape as a hybrid family dwelling, weaving flora and outdoor elements with architectural surfaces and interiors. ‘The landscape of grass, stones, shrubs and the abundance of trees are the first element of architecture proposed to the client from the very beginning of design stages. [They] play an important and absolute role in determining the architecture and interior quality. We don’t use them to fill the space but rather to define it,’ remarks the local practice.

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‘ohio house’ by studiork connects deeply to the outdoors

Every living space inside ‘OHIO House’ by StudioRK (see more here) forges a strong connection to the outdoors through windows, doors, voids, terraces, balconies, and skylights. They provide natural light and ventilation with different proportions of openings and shades, related to different activities and desired atmosphere. Beyond adding fresh aesthetics to the architectural design, the enveloping trees and shrubs also act as a buffer — from privacy to solar heat protection and generating a fresh air supply for the house.

a lush flora takes over the architecture, defining it rather than filling it

‘The interior space elevates those exterior qualities, combined with walls and corridors, solid – voids space, bright to shaded lighting, rough to soft textures, soft fabrics to rustic metals. Ultimately, the physical qualities of the house help attain the emotional experience of daily living,’ concludes StudioRK.

backyard area