KOLOR HOUSE
Years ago, they lived in an old house, surrounded by nature and familiar neighbors. The development of the Long Thành Airport project led them to move to a new urban area, where KOLOR HOUSE would be built not just a place to live but a space to nurture memories and welcome future generations.
For years, they had dreamed of a home with a lush green garden. However, an urban townhouse became their final choice, balancing modern convenience with the traditional values of family.
An Urban Home for Multiple Generations
Designing a townhouse for three generations is a common challenge in Vietnam’s urban areas today. Legal constraints, investment costs, ventilation, natural lighting, and the need for multifunctional spaces are all practical factors that must be addressed.
Beyond these considerations, we envisioned a home that evolves over time-a place where children, after years of working in the city, return to reunite with their parents. It is also where future generations will be born and raised, continuing family traditions in a familiar space.
Spatial Organization
Ground Floor - The most important area of the house, including the living room combined with a worship area, kitchen, and dining space, along with a front yard for parking. This is where family gatherings, meals, and guest receptions take place. Additionally, the ground floor has a bedroom for elderly parents, opening to a quiet backyard garden.
First Floor - Consists of two bedrooms and a workspace that can be flexibly expanded in the future.
Top Floor - Includes a terrace and attic, serving as a laundry area and a green space for plants.
The design follows the principles of modern architecture, featuring an open, continuous layout, geometric forms, and minimalist contemporary materials to optimize functionality. This is also a prevailing trend in residential architecture across Vietnam.
Playing with Light and Colors
Due to the narrow width typical of townhouses, a skylight remains the core solution for enhancing natural light in the central area. Combined with large windows and balconies, the house will always be bathed in daylight.
A circular skylight on the roof is a distinctive highlight, allowing light to stream through geometric blocks in red, yellow, and blue. These vibrant elements not only create a strong architectural identity but also serve as playful hideouts that spark curiosity and imagination in future children.
Connecting Spaces, Strengthening Family Bonds
At the heart of the house is a central void, playing a crucial role in air circulation, enhancing natural ventilation, and fostering family connections. Regardless of which floor they are on, family members can still see each other, exchange smiles, and converse effortlessly - ensuring that, as time passes.
