Month: September 2024

Pitched roofs and terraced lots or hillsides are some of the oldest, yet still highly functional, solutions for rainwater dispersal, redirection, and erosion management. While most constructions today still opt for traditional pitched or flat roofs, advancements in construction materials and techniques are leading to greater design exploration and layout variations. This has resulted in a rise in green roofs, passive insulation solutions, and more innovative uses of rooftops. One particular case has been the recurrence of the staircase or terraced roofs that often bring about a smooth continuity with the site and provide additional functional spaces to the project.

Two primary building approaches are commonly identified in architecture and design: solid versus hollow construction. These methods vary significantly across different cultures and regions, specifically for interior partitioning systems, when they appear interchangeable. Each has its own established practices influenced by local materials, labor preferences, climatic conditions, and cultural traditions. When architects and designers focus on their local context, it is easy to overlook the broader construction assumptions, limiting design flexibility and methodology. This raises an important question: How do these two building approaches differ?

central to the concept is a landscaped courtyard that enhances natural ventilation and offers a tranquil garden space for residents.
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Located in the vibrant heart of the young city of Da Nang, AEC 4B Tower features 9 floors and 1 basement. The project showcases an innovative architectural design that harmonizes with natural greenery while maximizing the use of natural energy through sustainable strategies.

Experience a cozy space designed exclusively for family bonding at Seoeunjae. Located in a quaint village near Bulguksa in Gyeongju, it offers a peaceful retreat amidst a serene countryside. Named by a father after his three children—Seoyoung, Eunjae, and Sunjae—this place is perfect for kids to play and families to relax. It’s a haven that sparks imagination, bringing a refreshing rural landscape centered around water to children who usually see only urban scenes.

Our journey began in the quaint Hakka village of Duling, nestled in the verdant countryside of Guangxi, China. Duling is a place where time seems to slow down and the air thrums with the rhythms of rural life. This village, home to a community of around 3,000 Hakka people, is a place where the values of hard work and education are deeply ingrained in the fabric of everyday life. Nestled amidst a land blessed with ample rainfall, but suffering from a scarcity of fresh water, the village faced a paradoxical challenge. The villagers, who witnessed rain showers on a regular basis, found themselves reliant on a meager supply of well water due to the absence of a water infrastructure. This deficiency gave rise to hygiene concerns that threatened to endanger the health and well-being of the community, particularly the vulnerable younger generation.

original wooden beams and eighteenth-century ceilings are preserved in the first two bays of the house.
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Located in Bairnsdale, East Gippsland, The Centre for Combined Health was driven by the clients’ passion to improve the physical and mental health of the community through better local health services. Recognising that health outcomes and access to facilities are limited in Regional Victoria, the clients wanted to provide a place where multiple allied health facilities could be combined in one building.