#greenArchitecture

Naturalizing Living Spaces for Urban Townhouses. In the face of the expanding and thriving urban developments in Vietnam today, designing houses on limited spaces while meeting diverse functional needs poses a challenging task for architects. Hiroyuki Oki Hiroyuki Oki SkyGarden House, a townhouse in Nha Trang City, located in Central Vietnam (A region characterized by a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons) was constructed on a non-square 100 Sq.m plot of land, this presented a challenge in the design process. Hiroyuki Oki Hiroyuki Oki The main functions of SkyGarden House include the living room, kitchen, and a bedroom on the ground floor, with two additional bedrooms on the second floor, the master bed... More

The renovation of AG Campus is an ambitious and sustainable project in the centre of Brussels. It introduces light, air and space. Throughout the renovation, materials were chosen as sustainably as possible and maximum effort was made to preserve and reuse materials from the existing building. ©Stijn Bollaert ©Stijn Bollaert The roof of the new extension was implemented entirely as a green roof and additional green spaces were added in the garden, adding in total more than 1500m2 of green spaces in the heart of Brussels. The project AG CAMPUS is a renovation of the ground level of an existing building in the very centre of Brussels. The campus is a meeting and learning place and includes classrooms, meeting rooms, a big... More

Designed through generative method, the aquatic architectural ensemble is nestled upon a series of small, artificial islands forming a lavish archipelago.  Caption Drawing inspiration from the sinuous beauty of natural shapes, the organic forms of the complex gracefully blend with the surrounding picturesque seascapes. A harmonious interplay of curved and fluid structures comes to life, echoing the gentle undulations of waves and the elegant dance of marine life beneath. Caption In an era of changing global temperatures and shifting ecosystems, Marine Meadows arises as an architectural synthesis, transcending the traditional realms of human habitats. Here the vibrant gardens, green roofs and terraces organically meld with t... More

An imaginary city, digital capriccio, created through generative method (Stable Diffusion) - the concept represents a possible scenario for the future city. Arestea Eudeon embodies a profound synthesis of nature and technology, where the architectural fabric embraces the harmony of the natural habitat, where the dwellers enjoy a high quality of life and a low environmental impact. The cityscape thrives within a meticulously planned ecosystem, where lush parklands and canals are harmoniously integrating with urban environment and omnipresent technology, a living system that adapts to the needs and preferences of its residents and visitors. This is the vision of Eudeon, a futuristic ecopolis concept that combines the best of both worlds... More

"CHP project" is a weekend housing project that BALEINE Architectes completed in early 2023. Located on the outskirts of Hanoi, the house features an old traditional Vietnamese building with a modern architectural concept. Kame Kame The project is situated at a significant distance from the crowded residential area, on a strip of land gradually sloping towards the lake. The house is also arranged at a lower elevation compared to the surrounding terrain, aiming to minimize the impact on the current space and vice versa, avoiding issues such as moisture accumulation or termite infestation. The building utilizes column systems to elevate the entire space off the ground, allowing for natural drainage on the surface without the need f... More