Approximately one hour away from the metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City is the province of Tiền Giang, one of the largest rice-producing regions in the Mekong Delta. Its long-standing tradition of rice cultivation has played an important role in Vietnam’s agricultural and economic development. Although the region has diversified into other agricultural sectors, rice […]
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This design idea for a public library in the equatorial climate of Balikpapan, Indonesia envisions Nature as a source of knowledge or “an old, giant book”, as described by architecture student Abraham Chintianto. He mentioned: “Nature and education goes hand in hand as inseparable parts in maintaining and developing knowledge for the generations ahead.” Hence, […]
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Located on the foothills of Mount Halimun in West Java, the village of Malasari is known to be a Nature-based tourism destination with a national park nearby, along with forests, waterfalls, and agricultural expanses such as tea fields, as well as cultural destinations of arts and crafts. However, the area is highly vulnerable to natural […]
Amidst Yangon’s shift towards luxury developments, this grassroots initiative stands out as a pilot project for a more humanised city development, making use of a locally abundant material. The site is located in Myanmar’s Yankin Township, north of downtown Yangon, close to Inya Lake along a rainwater open-air canal. This space was originally used by […]
Nestled in the historic Australian town of Chewton—established during the gold rush in Australia—this residential building is a contemporary take on the agricultural buildings that are typical of the Central Victorian landscape. The national park in the backyard influenced the design decisions, encouraging a layout that maximises views and connects the indoor living spaces with […]
This playground was designed by Hsc Designs for one of Gujarat’s oldest and most popular schools, based on a child’s perspective of finding playfulness in everyday objects. Tying in with the school’s Montessori-based learning philosophy, the design has the larger aim of teaching life skills, promoting independence, fostering curiosity and building the spirit of adventure. […]
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How can design allow commercial functions to be more sustainable while also ‘negotiating’ the public’s access and usability? Such questions drove the creation of this small-scale building, located on the CPI commercial cluster in Chengdu, China with a limited usage of 10 years. The owner’s brief was for the building to be seamlessly integrated with […]
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Originating in Hawaii architecture, a lanai is the term for a sheltered (roofed) terrace, veranda or porch. This type of in-between space can be used to bring interiors closer to Nature, as is the case for this residence in Manila, the Philippines. The existing house was built decades ago in the form of a family […]
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In the heart of Hong Kong’s Kwun Tong District, The Kwun Tong City Centre Temporary Free Space and Playground is located close to the Mass Transit Railway (MTR) station, a key hub in the city. The Urban Renewal Authority (URA) had the aim of creating a gathering point in the new centre to strengthen urban […]
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The site is located along the approach to a renowned shrine and on the edge of a plateau in the Yushima district of Tokyo. In recent years, buildings in the area have been replaced by apartment complexes, which rapidly transformed the area’s spatial character. There were a few challenges within the site context that significantly […]
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Bukit Timah Nature Reserve, one of the last remaining primary forests in Singapore, is under threat from development and human activity. To serve as a green buffer, the Rifle Range Nature Park was designed to protect the reserve from edge effects and abutting developments as well as enhance ecological connectivity and providing complementary habitats. Located […]
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This project takes inspiration from numerous neighbouring craft villages to Hanoi, the capital city of Vietnam, which has preserved their culture and craftsmanship throughout generations. Located on the ground floor of a new shopping centre, the architects wish to embody a ‘contrasting’ spirit of contemporary Hanoi with local artisanship by using various craft materials, including […]
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