G8A has delivered Concrete Flakes, an extension for OpenAsia’s headquarters, reinforcing a meaningful continuity with the original “The Bridge project” in Hanoi. This new phase continues and extends our “sustainable ruin” philosophy—first explored in the Hoa Lac High-Tech Park—by introducing a highly adaptable structural system that underscores the infrastructural robustness of the building in Hanoi's old quarter context. The design prioritizes climatic responsiveness, spatial coherence, and an exoskeleton-driven constructive logic, while maintaining a strong identity that supports long-term evolution.
The extension reinterprets and expands upon the original design strategies: concrete structural slabs and walls paired with an inox mesh façade, echoing OpenAsia’s philosophy of “transforming raw materials into refined products.” The prevailing use of raw concrete, contrasted with light tonal surfaces and finely detailed bronze elements, conveys a narrative of turning the rough into the precious and the brut into the polished. This dialogue of contrasts intensifies as users move from well-defined circulation areas into generous, panoramic workspaces.
Programmatically, each floor accommodates a “pivot” room at its entrance, functioning as a shared pantry and social anchor. The ground floor serves as an informal meeting hub, complemented by two acoustic booths for private conversations. The rooftop is dedicated to an in-house photography studio and a multipurpose space for fitness, meditation, and wellness activities.
Through this extension, G8A deepens the dialogue between identity, flexibility, and performance—delivering a structure that is robust, resilient, and prepared for future transformation and extension.
