The renovation of a four-story townhouse in Vietnam emphasizes preservation over demolition, aiming to enliven an existing concrete structure. Key changes include a redesigned facade that enhances the building's engagement with its urban surroundings through glass openings and pivoting panels. Material choices reflect regional characteristics, specifically the red basalt soil of the Central Highlands, aligning with local cultural narratives. At the rooftop, circular designs soften the massing, while a translucent canopy connects the space to the area's climate, blending tradition with contemporary architectural practices.
This project involves a four-story townhouse, built with a concrete frame that is typical across many Vietnamese cities. Instead of demolishing and starting from zero, we chose to work with the existing structure.
We restructured the elevation to break away from the rigid rhythm of the existing window system. A new composition of glass openings and pivoting panels was introduced to establish a more open, engaging dialogue with the surrounding urban context.
This material palette not only grounds the building in its local context but also aligns with the brand narrative of Hồng Trà Hòa Bình, which seeks to celebrate the cultural and environmental identity of the highlands.
The design takes a contrasting turn at the rooftop level. Circular forms are introduced to soften the massing and differentiate the upper floor from the orthogonal geometry below.
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