At first glance, the peculiar spatial arrangement of The River Oasis will impress any passerby. The project has multiple full-width sliding glass doors and balconies facing different directions that give the house a breathtaking panoramic view. This design decision is made based on the fact that the house has no adjacent buildings, and as a result, our client can enjoy the surrounding natural landscape in addition to the direct view of the Red River on the top floor.
Project Name: The River Oasis
Company Name: D&P Associates
Project Location: Ngoc Thuy Street, Hanoi, Vietnam
Total Area: 700sqm
Completion Year: 2019
Photo Credits: Hiroyuki Oki
When a building is surrounded by nature, greenery, and sights, it must be in harmony with its surroundings. Therefore, we opted for a facade finishing with its colors and textures inspired by earth walls.
Next, we give the canopy an attractive characteristic by creating a rectangle shape with a see-through wood grain-like texture. The sophisticated cut out pattern lets a certain amount of sunlight come through and glitter on the ground surface, creating a remarkable sight. This lighting experience changes according to the sun position and the time of the day.
Finally, the wooden doors, particularly the one in the mezzanine, are engraved with beautiful artwork, each of its own. Beyond its decorative purpose, the doors serve as a brief introduction with small openings where people can catch a glimpse of the space beyond. Besides, little adornments on the door showcase the residents, their hobbies, and their personalities.
To sum up, we consider a house not only as a place where our client lives but also a representation of who they are. In our design, we try to add depth to every, even the smallest design element. Thus as a whole, the occupant’s living experience will be significantly enriched and elevated.
